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Union Workers Clash with Hotel Owned by Pension Fund in Ongoing Contract Dispute

LOS ANGELES, Calif. – Union workers in Southern California are continuing to negotiate new contracts with hotel operators, and one hotel is standing out as an unlikely holdout in the bargaining process. The Hyatt Regency LAX, owned by the Southwest Carpenters Pension Trust, is the only hotel not to have reached a collective bargaining agreement with the union representing its workers. The ongoing contract dispute has resulted in the hotel being placed on a union …

Pennsylvania Man Sentenced to 5 Years for Stealing Deceased Father’s Social Security and Pension Benefits

Brodheadsville, Pennsylvania – A man from Brodheadsville, Pennsylvania has been sentenced to five years in prison after being accused of concealing his father’s death to fraudulently obtain his Social Security and pension benefits. 56-year-old Timothy Gritman pleaded guilty to wire fraud and Social Security fraud after an investigation revealed that he had unlawfully obtained $204,985 in benefits belonging to his deceased father. According to U.S. Attorney Jacqueline Romero, Gritman prioritized financial gain over his father’s …

Putin’s Trolling Tactics On Full Display in Interview with Russia-Friendly Carlson

Moscow, Russia – In a recent interview with a Western journalist, Russian President Vladimir Putin revealed his satisfaction with the passive approach of the interviewer, sparking controversy and criticism. It was a surprising choice when Putin hand-picked Tucker Carlson, a Russia-friendly former Fox News host, for his first interview with a Western journalist since the invasion of Ukraine. Known for his cozying up to autocrats, Carlson’s passive approach during the interview did not sit well …

Disney” Reorganizes ABC News Leadership as President Receives “Demotion

Embattled ABC News president Kim Godwin is facing significant changes in her role, following a major restructuring of the network’s leadership by parent company Disney. According to insiders, Godwin has been effectively demoted and will now report to Debra O’Connell, a long-time Disney executive. O’Connell is set to take the helm of a new division encompassing ABC News, which includes popular shows like “Good Morning America” and “World News Tonight with David Muir.” This restructuring …

Republican Preston Romero and Democrat Paula Villescaz Share Competing Views on Public Safety, Cost of Living, and Homelessness in California

SACRAMENTO, Calif. – As the political landscape of California heats up in anticipation of the upcoming elections, two candidates have emerged with their sights set on making a difference in the state. Preston Romero, a policy analyst for the California State Senate, and Paula Villescaz, a San Juan Unified School District Board Member, each bring a unique set of experiences and priorities to the table. Romero, a Republican, is prioritizing public safety, the cost of …

Tragedy Spurs Foremost Group Founder James Chao Out of Retirement to Lead Company After Daughter’s Death

NEW YORK – James Chao, the founder of Foremost Group, has announced that he will be coming out of retirement to lead the New York-based bulker owner following the tragic death of his daughter. Chao had handed over the reins of the company to his daughter Angela in 2018, who had been serving as both chief executive and chair. However, as reported on Monday, Angela passed away in a car accident, prompting her father to …

Scheme Unveiled: North Carolina Couple Pleads Guilty to Multi-Decade Identity Theft

HUNTERSVILLE, N.C. — A couple in Huntersville, North Carolina, pleaded guilty to a long-running fraudulent scheme involving stolen identities, as confirmed by United States Attorney Adair Boroughs in South Carolina. The scheme involved the use of identities from individuals who passed away as children almost 80 years ago. 75-year-old Gayle Smith Gay of Huntersville was sentenced to five years of probation and 240 days of home confinement after pleading guilty to the theft of government …

Chiefs Fans Celebrate Super Bowl Win Before Tragic Shooting at Victory Parade

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The streets of downtown Kansas City were bustling with celebratory energy as fans gathered to honor the back-to-back Super Bowl champions, the Kansas City Chiefs. The parade marked the team’s third NFL championship celebration in five years, cementing their status as the league’s latest dynasty. Crowds cheered as Chiefs players rode through the city on double-decker buses before joining the parade route on foot, interacting with fans and spreading the jubilant …

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An error has occurred in accessing the requested website in New York, NY. The server is currently blocked, preventing users from connecting to the app or website. This issue may be due to high levels of traffic or a configuration error. Users are advised to try accessing the website at a later time or to contact the app or website owner for assistance. If the website is hosted on CloudFront, users can refer to the …

Access to Affordable, Healthy Meal Kits Expanded for Cigna Customers

Des Moines, Iowa – Healthcare companies in the United States are increasingly looking for ways to address disparities in access to health services. One such initiative involves UnitedHealth Group physicians making over 10 million home visits to patients last year, as reported by Home Health Care News. In addition, Uber Health and the analytics company Socially Determined are working together to identify Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries to help with transportation to appointments and delivery of …