Caesarean Section Statistics Show Major Changes
Atlanta, GA—A new report by the Centers for Disease Control in Atlanta shows that pregnant women in the United States no longer face an increasing rate of caesarean section in United States hospitals. For many [...]... Read More
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Amerigroup Corp鈥檚 Divestiture will Allow for Competition
On November 28, 2012, the Department of Justice ended its concerns over WellPoint Inc’s proposed acquisition of Amerigroup after Amerigroup Corp sold its subsidiary, Amerigroup Virginia Inc. The Justice Department initially ruled that the merger would significantly decrease competition of Medicaid managed care plans in Northern ...
Sportspower Recalls Trampolines Because of Injury Hazard
On November 28, 2012, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced the Sportspower Ltd is voluntarily recalling a model of trampolines because of serious injury risks. Consumers need to stop using this product immediately.
The trampoline is being recalled because the metal support legs can bump out of position ...
Florida Man Receives 130 Months for Fraud Scheme
On November 27, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the Central District of Illinois announced that Walter Holmich of Tampa, Florida was sentenced to 10 years, 10 months in federal prison and ordered to pay $780,190 in restitution. Holmich is the owner of two businesses that operated as government procurement companies.
Holmich ...
Former Massey Executive Charged in Mine Safety Conspiracy
On November 28, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of West Virginia announced that David Hughart of Crab Orchard, West Virginia was charged with two federal crimes. Hughart was the executive for Massey Energy Company, and the US Attorney’s Office reported he is charged with “conspiring to ...
Violent Crime Reduction Partnership Results Announced
On November 28, 2012, federal officials revealed the results of the Violent Crime Reduction Partnership (VCRP). The partnership was an effort between federal agencies and the Philadelphia Police Department to reduce violent crimes in Philadelphia’s most vulnerable neighborhoods.
The sweep was performed over ...
Mint Hill Fire Chief to Plead Guilty of Public Corruption
On November 27, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the Western District of North Carolina announced that Jeremy K Russell, the former fire chief of Mint Hill Volunteer Fire Department, agreed to plead guilty for embezzling over $225,000 from the Town of Mint Hill and the Fire Department.
According to the charge filed ...
Personal Income Rose in all Metropolitan Areas in 2011
On November 26, 2012, the Bureau of Economic Analysis under the Department of Commerce announced that personal income increased in all 366 metropolitan statistical areas (MSAs)—the first time since 2007. Personal income increased 5.2 percent in 2011 compared to 3.8 percent in 2010, but inflation increased to 2.4 percent compared ...
Kirkland Saut茅 Pans and Glass Lids Recalled
On November 28, 2012, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) reported that Kirkland Signature Six-Quart Pans and glass lids were voluntarily recalled for a laceration hazard. The pans were manufactured in Thailand, distributed by Meyer Marketing Co, Ltd, of Macau, and sold exclusively at Costco Wholesale stores.
The ...
Assistance Needed in Identifying San Diego Bank Robber
On November 27, 2012, the FBI in San Diego and the San Diego Police Department asked the public for information on an unidentified man who robbed a US Bank inside a Vons grocery store on November 27, 2012.
The FBI announced that the man is suspected in one robbery but may be linked to other robberies as well.
The ...
At Least Seven Inmates Poisoned from Prison Hooch
On November 26, 2012, the Pinal County Communication Director, Heather Murphy, announced that at least seven inmates from the Special Management Unit 1 of the Arizona State Prison Complex Eyman in Florence, Arizona show signs of botulism poisoning.
Last Saturday, four inmates became extremely ill and underwent treatment at a hospital ...
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