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    May 13, 2013 | Allentown Morning Call

  1. Continuing traffic on the topic of roadside panhandlers

    The Road Warrior w/Dan Hartzell
    The May 3 column on panhandlers drew some interesting responses, including South Whitehall Township resident Everette Carr's observation that, though I dispensed advice from experts on how to deal with homeless people begging at the roadside, one of...
    2. May 14, 2013 |Story| Orlando Sentinel

  2. Florida officials announce details to halt public-assistance fraud

    Florida officials are cracking down on those who rip off taxpayers by defrauding public-assistance programs — a crime estimated to cost the state as much as $1.35 billion last year.
    Florida officials are cracking down on those who rip off taxpayers by defrauding public-assistance programs — a crime estimated to cost the state as much as $1.35 billion last year. On Tuesday, leaders from the Department of Children and Families...

    Tags: Pension and Welfare, Health Insurance, Media Industry, Police Arrests, Business Institutions

    3. May 12, 2013 |Story| Los Angeles Times

  3. Debate over amnesty looms over efforts to reform immigration laws

    In 1986, lawmakers decided the problem of illegal immigration had to be dealt with. More than 3 million people were living in the United States after crossing the border illegally or overstaying their visas.
    In 1986, lawmakers decided the problem of illegal immigration had to be dealt with. More than 3 million people were living in the United States after crossing the border illegally or overstaying their visas. A new law signed by President Ronald Reagan...

    Tags: Migration, Immigration Reform Legislation (2013), Labor Legislation, Elections, Labor Markets

    4. May 12, 2013 |Story| Orlando Sentinel

  4. For paltry pay, teaching assistants are unsung heroes in state's push toward excellence

    LEESBURG — In a room dubbed Confidence City, a burly Baptist minister-turned-educator calls out writing instructions to a row of special-needs teenagers hunched over their work sheets.
    LEESBURG — In a room dubbed Confidence City, a burly Baptist minister-turned-educator calls out writing instructions to a row of special-needs teenagers hunched over their work sheets. Derrick King Sr., a part-time 40-year-old pastor with a...

    Tags: Orange County (Florida), Orlando, Teaching and Learning, Students, Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test

    5. May 13, 2013 |Story| South Florida Sun-Sentinel

  5. Web tool gives easier route to benefits

    Thousands of the poorest South Florida residents are not claiming somewhere between $383 million and $1 billion in federal aid for which they qualify, according to estimates from researchers at the South Florida Regional Planning Council.
    Thousands of the poorest South Florida residents are not claiming somewhere between $383 million and $1 billion in federal aid for which they qualify, according to estimates from researchers at the South Florida Regional Planning Council. Palm Beach...

    Tags: Politics, United Way , Miami (Miami-Dade, Florida), Lobbying, Palm Beach County

    6. May 9, 2013 |Story| Orlando Sentinel

  6. Nation is watching Florida's new foster-care reforms

    For thousands of foster kids across Florida, life is about to become a little more "normal."
    For thousands of foster kids across Florida, life is about to become a little more "normal." Under newly passed laws being watched by much of the nation, children growing up in the state's care will soon be allowed to play sports, sleep over at a...

    Tags: Rick Scott, Education

    7. May 12, 2013 |Column| Orlando Sentinel

  7. Anthony House worthy of financial help from public to keep serving homeless

    The quintessential drunk with a graying beard drooling in his sleep on a park bench is still out there.
    The quintessential drunk with a graying beard drooling in his sleep on a park bench is still out there. But the face of the homeless in Lake County has taken a dramatic turn. Think: Single dad raising two preschoolers. Or Mom and three kids, ages 7, 6...

    Tags: Substance Abuse, Amusement and Theme Parks, Social Issues, Human Interest

    8. May 12, 2013 |Story| Los Angeles Times

  8. L.A. worries about immigration reform's cost to taxpayers

    As Congress takes up immigration reform, Los Angeles County officials are voicing concerns that local taxpayers <a href="http://www.latimes.com/news/local/la-me-county-immigration-20130512,0,4085231.story">will be "left holding the bag" to </a>pay for the brunt of healthcare and other services for the multitudes of immigrants who apply for citizenship.
    As Congress takes up immigration reform, Los Angeles County officials are voicing concerns that local taxpayers will be "left holding the bag" to pay for the brunt of healthcare and other services for the multitudes of immigrants who apply for...

    Tags: Immigration Reform Legislation (2013), Migration, Politics, Dianne Feinstein, Local Government

    9. May 11, 2013 |Story| Los Angeles Times

  9. L.A. County officials worried about costs of immigration overhaul

    WASHINGTON &mdash; Few regions will absorb the impact of future immigration reforms more than Los Angeles County, home to an estimated 1.1 million people in the country illegally, one-tenth of the nation's total.
    WASHINGTON — Few regions will absorb the impact of future immigration reforms more than Los Angeles County, home to an estimated 1.1 million people in the country illegally, one-tenth of the nation's total. As the Senate Judiciary Committee...

    Tags: Migration, Immigration Reform Legislation (2013), Health Insurance, Labor Legislation, Career and Workplace

    10. May 12, 2013 |Story| Aberdeen News

  10. Letter: Don't cut food stamps program

    Votes involving cuts to the SNAP program (food stamps) are coming up in the Senate Agriculture Committee. Why does this have to be? To cut out food for the poor, especially children, is just hurting ourselves and stewards of each other.  By cutting...
    11. May 14, 2013 |Story| Daily Press

  11. Hampton opens new WIC clinic

    &nbsp;In a press release, The Hampton Health Department announced the opening of its second WIC clinic at 1206 N. King St., "creating a location more convenient for Hampton residents in the eastern part of the city, including Langley Air Force Base.&nbsp; The clinic was specifically built to provide WIC services.&nbsp; Hampton Mayor Molly Joseph Ward cut the ribbon to officially open the clinic on May 8<sup>th</sup>.&nbsp;&nbsp;
     In a press release, The Hampton Health Department announced the opening of its second WIC clinic at 1206 N. King St., "creating a location more convenient for Hampton residents in the eastern part of the city, including Langley Air Force Base.  The...

    Tags: Healthy Diet, Nutrition, Hampton (Hampton, Virginia), Hospitals and Clinics, Langley Air Force Base

    12. May 14, 2013 |Story| AP Member Choice Limited

  12. Senate panel approves massive farm bill to cut spending while still growing farm programs

    Associated Press
    WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate Agriculture Committee on Tuesday approved a massive five-year farm bill that would cut spending while also creating new subsidies for farmers. The legislation approved 15-5 includes concessions to Southern rice and...

    Tags: Pat Roberts, Agriculture, George W. Bush, Meteorological Disasters, Parties and Movements

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