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FBI arrests 4 Conn. cops for alleged racial profiling
By Jonathan Dienst, Joe Valiquette and Shimon Prokupecz, NBCNewYork.com The FBI arrested three police officers and one sergeant in Connecticut for allegedly mistreating Hispanic suspects and residents while on patrol, law enforcement officials said. Three East Haven ... Read this article: FBI arrests 4 Conn. cops for alleged racial profiling
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Starbucks to Sell Wine, Beer in CA, IL, GA
Starbucks will soon be selling beer alongside its usual assortment of coffee, pastries, and Frappuccinos. The company plans to start its new venture in select stores in California, Illinois, and Georgia. Some may think Starbucks and alcohol make a strange mix. It's simply the retailer's latest move to expand its offerings. The company also plans to sell "premium"...
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Three Times Employees Must be Paid Not to Work
Wage laws are tricky. But it is an area of law all employers need to familiarize themselves with. It's necessary to compensate employees -- sometimes even when you least expect it. In fact, there are times when employees need to be paid for... not working. Wait, wait. "Wages" are supposed to be money employees get for their "work."...
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California counties revamping bail policies
Marisa Lagos, San Francisco Chronicle Staff Writer Monday, January 23, 2012 Some California counties are changing long-held policies about who must remain in jail while awaiting trial, allowing judges to free criminal defendants based not on whether ... Follow this link: California counties revamping bail policies
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In Brazil, Protection of Amazon Rainforest Takes a Step Back
Since Dilma Rousseff was elected president, the government has shifted its stance on the Amazon to side more with agricultural interests. Read more here: In Brazil, Protection of Amazon Rainforest Takes a Step Back
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In Brazil, Protection of Amazon Rainforest Takes a Step Back
Since Dilma Rousseff was elected president, the government has shifted its stance on the Amazon to side more with agricultural interests. More: In Brazil, Protection of Amazon Rainforest Takes a Step Back
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SF Supes Consider Local Oversight of FBI Terrorism Investigations (blogs.kqed.org)
San Francisco supervisors have introduced legislation to ensure San Francisco Police Officers working on the FBI Joint Terrorism Task Force comply with local standards governing police intelligence and investigative activities, which are more protective of privacy and civil rights than the FBI’s Guidelines.
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SF Supes Consider Local Oversight of FBI Terrorism Investigations (blogs.kqed.org)
San Francisco supervisors have introduced legislation to ensure San Francisco Police Officers working on the FBI Joint Terrorism Task Force comply with local standards governing police intelligence and investigative activities, which are more protective of privacy and civil rights than the FBI’s Guidelines.
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NRA Great American Hunting Show Starts Friday
NRA Great American Hunting Show Starts Friday Go here to see the original: NRA Great American Hunting Show Starts Friday
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PLACING GPS DEVICE ON CAR WITHOUT A WARRANT VIOLATES THE FOURTH AMENDMENT – Good new search case from the US Supremes
Date: Mon, 23 Jan 2012 10:36:47 -0800 By Al Menaster, Appellate Division, Los Angeles County Public Defender’s Office Well, I’m glad we won this case. But it makes me nervous when Scalia relies on ... Continued here: PLACING GPS DEVICE ON CAR WITHOUT A WARRANT VIOLATES THE FOURTH AMENDMENT – Good new search case from the US Supremes
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