21.   And significant changes seem likely in the way the government investigates spy cases.

22.   And they probably will achieve some cosmetic and statistical gains in television coverage, less likely in ratings and attendance, more likely in handle.

23.   And though ups as well as downs are likely in the level of surpluses, a few even raise the possibility of a deficit in coming years.

24.   As a result, a period of moderate snow is likely in Michigan and northern Indiana.

25.   As moist winds from the Gulf of Mexico intercept the front, scattered showers and thunderstorms are also likely in Missouri and Illinois.

26.   As the damp air ascends the sloping terrain, heavy snow is likely in the Big Horn mountains.

27.   Bands of showers and a few thunderstorms are likely in the central and eastern Gulf States, except for Florida where sunshine will prevail.

28.   Behind the front, a few showers are likely in parts of Oregon, Nevada and the Bitterroots.

29.   Benson said a turnaround in prices is likely in late December and January because of a seasonal boost in the bacon business, aided in part by restaurant buying.

30.   Boonstra said that more layoffs were now likely in other parts of the company.