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Sunday, August 31, 2014

VA apologizes for using Oscar the Grouch to depict frustrated veterans - The Washington Post

VA apologizes for using Oscar the Grouch to depict frustrated veterans - The Washington Post
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Many Attend Cancelled Wedding-Turned Charity Event

Many Attend Cancelled Wedding-Turned Charity Event
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Wilkes-Barre, Pa. Chief Paramedic Retires After 38 Years on Job

Wilkes-Barre, Pa. Chief Paramedic Retires After 38 Years on Job
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East Allegheny teachers to strike Tuesday

East Allegheny teachers to strike Tuesday
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Allegheny County school districts resize, close schools as population shifts - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Allegheny County school districts resize, close schools as population shifts - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
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Sweeping changes to Act 47 proposed in Harrisburg

Sweeping changes to Act 47 proposed in Harrisburg
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Saturday, August 30, 2014

Investigators: Fla. man collects thousands in fraudulent Sandy claims

Investigators: Fla. man collects thousands in fraudulent Sandy claims
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McCandless residents fight township's approval of Wal-Mart store

McCandless residents fight township's approval of Wal-Mart store
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Pittsburgh's wants to sell surplus vehicles and equipment online - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Pittsburgh's wants to sell surplus vehicles and equipment online - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
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Friday, August 29, 2014

Accused ringleader admits coaching retired NYC cops in disability-fraud case - Washington Times

Accused ringleader admits coaching retired NYC cops in disability-fraud case - Washington Times
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Again, Goodwill Does Not Accept Skull Donations

Again, Goodwill Does Not Accept Skull Donations
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Golden Hammer: Local government courtships of Hollywood cost taxpayers millions - Washington Times

Golden Hammer: Local government courtships of Hollywood cost taxpayers millions - Washington Times
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Calls for reform come in wake of fire trucks investigation | Investigations - WTAE Home

Calls for reform come in wake of fire trucks investigation | Investigations - WTAE Home
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August Wilson Center receiver seeks testimony from URA chief - Pittsburgh Business Times

August Wilson Center receiver seeks testimony from URA chief - Pittsburgh Business Times
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Floodplain maps must be updated for Pittsburgh, Allegheny County - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Floodplain maps must be updated for Pittsburgh, Allegheny County - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
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Would-Be Groom Turns Canceled Wedding Reception Into Charity Fundraiser « CBS Pittsburgh

Would-Be Groom Turns Canceled Wedding Reception Into Charity Fundraiser « CBS Pittsburgh
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Thursday, August 28, 2014

Phoenix VA horror stories: Case file vignettes from VA IG investigation

Phoenix VA horror stories: Case file vignettes from VA IG investigation
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Options presented for Shaler Area school buildings - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Options presented for Shaler Area school buildings - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
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Penn Township manager says he was born to be in local government

Penn Township manager says he was born to be in local government
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Monroeville Fire Dept. Sets Off Firestorm With Racy Calendar Fundraiser

Monroeville Fire Dept. Sets Off Firestorm With Racy Calendar Fundraiser
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Wednesday, August 27, 2014

NYPD sergeants' union blasts mayor's plan to bring DNC to Brooklyn - NY Daily News

NYPD sergeants' union blasts mayor's plan to bring DNC to Brooklyn - NY Daily News
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School Districts Avoid Nutrition Rules by Shunning Federal Funds - Businessweek

School Districts Avoid Nutrition Rules by Shunning Federal Funds - Businessweek
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Davis City Council Tells Police To Have Plan For Getting Rid Of MRAP Military Vehicle In Next 60 Days « CBS Sacramento

Davis City Council Tells Police To Have Plan For Getting Rid Of MRAP Military Vehicle In Next 60 Days « CBS Sacramento
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Allegheny County police union interested in county park proposal - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Allegheny County police union interested in county park proposal - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
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Tuesday, August 26, 2014

Water shutoffs to resume in Detroit for unpaid bills - Yahoo News

Water shutoffs to resume in Detroit for unpaid bills - Yahoo News
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Monday, August 25, 2014

Get Marty: Airport Salvation Army Fundraiser’s Job Saved

Get Marty: Airport Salvation Army Fundraiser’s Job Saved
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Pittsburgh airport gas drilling project set for official kickoff

Pittsburgh airport gas drilling project set for official kickoff
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Sunday, August 24, 2014

Why EMS needs higher education

Why EMS needs higher education
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A City Pool Lets Dogs In Before It Closes For The Year And They Are The Happiest Dogs On Earth

A City Pool Lets Dogs In Before It Closes For The Year And They Are The Happiest Dogs On Earth
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FEMA.gov Communities - National Preparedness Community Main Group - NPM 2014 Digital Engagement Toolkit

FEMA.gov Communities - National Preparedness Community Main Group - NPM 2014 Digital Engagement Toolkit
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Does the federal Clery Act actually make campuses safer? | The John William Pope Center for Higher Education Policy

Does the federal Clery Act actually make campuses safer? | The John William Pope Center for Higher Education Policy
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6.0 Preliminary Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Near Southwest of Napa | NBC Bay Area

6.0 Preliminary Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Near Southwest of Napa | NBC Bay Area
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The Golden State’s Pension Reforms Get Spiked

The Golden State’s Pension Reforms Get Spiked
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15 Foot Parking Rules Signs Spotted in Culver City, Los Angeles County

15 Foot Parking Rules Signs Spotted in Culver City, Los Angeles County
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Police Departments are Over-funded: It’s All About Priorities :: The Mises Economics Blog: The Circle Bastiat

Police Departments are Over-funded: It’s All About Priorities :: The Mises Economics Blog: The Circle Bastiat
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Law enforcement officers cleared more than 400 times each year for justified homicides - Washington Times

Law enforcement officers cleared more than 400 times each year for justified homicides - Washington Times
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D.C. Metro will pay $4M fine for abusing government grants

D.C. Metro will pay $4M fine for abusing government grants
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Iceland says subglacial eruption is under way | Fox News

Iceland says subglacial eruption is under way | Fox News
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Baltimore Settles ADA Claim With Justice Department

Baltimore Settles ADA Claim With Justice Department
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Suit Filed To Block Minnesota City From Leaving Fire District

Suit Filed To Block Minnesota City From Leaving Fire District
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Saturday, August 23, 2014

Sandusky cover-up case unusually shrouded

Sandusky cover-up case unusually shrouded
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Friday, August 22, 2014

Suit over too-tall Pittsburgh Parking Authority meters nearly settled | TribLIVE

Suit over too-tall Pittsburgh Parking Authority meters nearly settled | TribLIVE
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Top Commerce official to employees: ‘Erroneous time-keeping’ is illegal - The Washington Post

Top Commerce official to employees: ‘Erroneous time-keeping’ is illegal - The Washington Post
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Thursday, August 21, 2014

Commonwealth Foundation - Pension Costs Forcing Teacher Layoffs

Commonwealth Foundation - Pension Costs Forcing Teacher Layoffs
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Munhall council president says layoffs possible | TribLIVE

Munhall council president says layoffs possible | TribLIVE
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Postal Service workers' comp costs rise as headcount falls | Federal Times | federaltimes.com

Postal Service workers' comp costs rise as headcount falls | Federal Times | federaltimes.com
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Wednesday, August 20, 2014

School Reserves Offer Pension Reform Opportunity

School Reserves Offer Pension Reform Opportunity
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Mt. Oliver fire officials plan to handle impostor firefighter "internally" | Local News - WTAE Home

Mt. Oliver fire officials plan to handle impostor firefighter "internally" | Local News - WTAE Home
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Your State May Be Next in Drive to Control Highway Dollars

Your State May Be Next in Drive to Control Highway Dollars
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Tuesday, August 19, 2014

People loved when Sophie talked like Sophie | TribLIVE

People loved when Sophie talked like Sophie | TribLIVE
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Politicians, everyday Pittsburghers gather for funeral of Sophie Masloff - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Politicians, everyday Pittsburghers gather for funeral of Sophie Masloff - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
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Ravenstahl grand jury expires; feds mum on probe | Local News - WTAE Home

Ravenstahl grand jury expires; feds mum on probe | Local News - WTAE Home
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Investigation After Convicted Arsonists & Former Firefighter Spotted At Mt. Oliver Blaze « CBS Pittsburgh

Investigation After Convicted Arsonists & Former Firefighter Spotted At Mt. Oliver Blaze « CBS Pittsburgh
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New Pittsburgh Foundation CEO Maxwell King on return to Pittsburgh, challenges and collaborative efforts - Pittsburgh Business Times

New Pittsburgh Foundation CEO Maxwell King on return to Pittsburgh, challenges and collaborative efforts - Pittsburgh Business Times
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L.A. dramatically increases 'water cops' staffing as drought worsens - LA Times

L.A. dramatically increases 'water cops' staffing as drought worsens - LA Times
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Study: Half of All School Employees Not Teachers, 130% Increase Since 1970 | CNS News

Study: Half of All School Employees Not Teachers, 130% Increase Since 1970 | CNS News
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Monday, August 18, 2014

Sophie Masloff Left Big Imprint On Local Politics « CBS Pittsburgh

Sophie Masloff Left Big Imprint On Local Politics « CBS Pittsburgh
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Reporters Look Back On Covering Sophie Masloff « CBS Pittsburgh

Reporters Look Back On Covering Sophie Masloff « CBS Pittsburgh
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Port Authority seeks public's help naming new bus-tracking system - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Port Authority seeks public's help naming new bus-tracking system - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
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Sunday, August 17, 2014

L.A. Faces $15 Billion Bill as Pipes Spring Leaks: Cities - Bloomberg

L.A. Faces $15 Billion Bill as Pipes Spring Leaks: Cities - Bloomberg
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Battle looming for county controller position next year - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Battle looming for county controller position next year - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
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Former Mayor Sophie Masloff Dies At 96 « CBS Pittsburgh

Former Mayor Sophie Masloff Dies At 96 « CBS Pittsburgh
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Friday, August 15, 2014

Proposed Act 47 program's changes leave out Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Proposed Act 47 program's changes leave out Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
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USW looking to increase support at county level for adjunct unions - Pittsburgh Business Times

USW looking to increase support at county level for adjunct unions - Pittsburgh Business Times
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Allegheny County Crime Lab Facing Uncertain Future « CBS Pittsburgh

Allegheny County Crime Lab Facing Uncertain Future « CBS Pittsburgh
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USPS continues decline with $1.96B loss - Pittsburgh Business Times

USPS continues decline with $1.96B loss - Pittsburgh Business Times
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Gov. Tom Corbett announces $7 million for redevelopment site at Pittsburgh International Airport - Pittsburgh Business Times

Gov. Tom Corbett announces $7 million for redevelopment site at Pittsburgh International Airport - Pittsburgh Business Times
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Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education, Association of Pennsylvania State College and University Faculties start contract talks - Pittsburgh Business Times

Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education, Association of Pennsylvania State College and University Faculties start contract talks - Pittsburgh Business Times
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Monday, August 11, 2014

Port of Pittsburgh Commission names a new executive director - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Port of Pittsburgh Commission names a new executive director - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
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Federal law bans sweets at school bake sales | www.wsbtv.com

Federal law bans sweets at school bake sales | www.wsbtv.com
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Commonwealth Foundation - Study: Selective Carve-Outs Make Poor Tax Policy

Commonwealth Foundation - Study: Selective Carve-Outs Make Poor Tax Policy
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Sunday, August 10, 2014

Contractor for Department of Education scammed city for more than $1 million: feds  - NY Daily News

Contractor for Department of Education scammed city for more than $1 million: feds  - NY Daily News
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New policy boots longtime Salvation Army worker from airport | TribLIVE

New policy boots longtime Salvation Army worker from airport | TribLIVE
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Bus driver overtime costs will be 'rectified,' Allegheny County exec says | TribLIVE

Bus driver overtime costs will be 'rectified,' Allegheny County exec says | TribLIVE
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Pittsburgh Airport Solicitor Ban Irks Some Fliers « CBS Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh Airport Solicitor Ban Irks Some Fliers « CBS Pittsburgh
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Saturday, August 9, 2014

Port Authority of Allegheny County transit drivers on road to riches

Port Authority of Allegheny County transit drivers on road to riches
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67 apply to become next Pittsburgh police chief | TribLIVE

67 apply to become next Pittsburgh police chief | TribLIVE
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After 5 years, Rivers Casino seen as good neighbor - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

After 5 years, Rivers Casino seen as good neighbor - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
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Traffic Fatalities of Marijuana-Positive Drivers on Rise

Traffic Fatalities of Marijuana-Positive Drivers on Rise
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Friday, August 8, 2014

Moody’s Investors Service raises Pittsburgh's bond rating - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Moody’s Investors Service raises Pittsburgh's bond rating - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
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Strategic Styles and Organizational Capability in Crisis Response in Local Government

Strategic Styles and Organizational Capability in Crisis Response in Local Government
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Oxford pitches new Downtown office tower - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Oxford pitches new Downtown office tower - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
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Thursday, August 7, 2014

An Epidemic: Top 10 Outbreaks In U.S. History

An Epidemic: Top 10 Outbreaks In U.S. History
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High-tech water meters touted for Pittsburgh customers | TribLIVE

High-tech water meters touted for Pittsburgh customers | TribLIVE
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Pennsylvania Department of Education's nightly email purges get notice | TribLIVE

Pennsylvania Department of Education's nightly email purges get notice | TribLIVE
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Wednesday, August 6, 2014

Wilmerding appoints 5th mayor in 3 years | TribLIVE

Wilmerding appoints 5th mayor in 3 years | TribLIVE
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Eastern Derry Township VFD future no clearer; supervisors undecided on $30K donation | TribLIVE

Eastern Derry Township VFD future no clearer; supervisors undecided on $30K donation | TribLIVE
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Jefferson County Health Officials Warn About ‘Rabbit Fever’ « CBS Denver

Jefferson County Health Officials Warn About ‘Rabbit Fever’ « CBS Denver
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Radio World: Five Questions: WBA & Emergency Broadcaster ID Cards

Radio World: Five Questions: WBA & Emergency Broadcaster ID Cards
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Radio World: Noory Campaigns on EMPs

Radio World: Noory Campaigns on EMPs
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Tuesday, August 5, 2014

Ross officials want residents and business owners input on township's new plan

Ross officials want residents and business owners input on township's new plan
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Toledo water declared safe to drink

Toledo water declared safe to drink
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Questions about this new Ebola drug

Questions about this new Ebola drug
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Officials say Pennsylvania hospitals ready if Ebola strikes

Officials say Pennsylvania hospitals ready if Ebola strikes
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'Heightened Alert' over Ebola in New York

'Heightened Alert' over Ebola in New York
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Monday, August 4, 2014

Former Pittsburgh mayoral candidate changes mind on plea deal | TribLIVE

Former Pittsburgh mayoral candidate changes mind on plea deal | TribLIVE
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IAFF Video Expose on Looting of Public Pension

IAFF Video Expose on Looting of Public Pension
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LAPD Ethics Expert Caught Having Sex at Work | Jasmyne A. Cannick

LAPD Ethics Expert Caught Having Sex at Work | Jasmyne A. Cannick
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Sunday, August 3, 2014

Golden Hammer: Railroad board pays $1B in bogus disability benefit - Washington Times

Golden Hammer: Railroad board pays $1B in bogus disability benefit - Washington Times
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Groups angle for slice of RAD pie

Groups angle for slice of RAD pie
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Ohio drinking water emergency 'not over yet'

Ohio drinking water emergency 'not over yet'
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Lake Erie's algae woes began building a decade ago | CNS News

Lake Erie's algae woes began building a decade ago | CNS News
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Saturday, August 2, 2014

De Blasio's Policing Dilemma by Heather Mac Donald, City Journal 28 July 2014

De Blasio's Policing Dilemma by Heather Mac Donald, City Journal 28 July 2014
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I am an assistant professor of public administration and the director of public administration and undergraduate organizational leadership programs at Point Park University in Pittsburgh, PA. I have over 30 years of experience in public safety and disaster management and 25 years as a teacher, instructor and professor.
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