Nebraska town delays immigration ordinance

OMAHA, Neb. - A city in eastern Nebraska has suspended a voter-approved ban on hiring and renting property to illegal immigrants, less than two days before it was set to take effect.

The Fremont City Council unanimously voted Tuesday to suspend the ordinance, which is being challenged in court.

Officials say the move will save the city money in its legal defense.

The council narrowly rejected the ban in 2008, prompting supporters to gather enough signatures for the ballot measure.

Voters approved the ban last month. Supporters say it was necessary to make up for what they see as lax federal law enforcement and opponents argue that it could fuel discrimination.

- AP