WHEATON, MD (WUSA) -- Another man is abducted in Wheaton and forced to drive to several ATM's to withdraw money.
Montgomery County Police say it happened just before two this afternoon as the 77 year old was leaving the Target store at Westfield Shopping Center in Wheaton.
The victim was cut with a sharp object and hit in the face and head.
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Monday, November 28, 2011
Hunger In America, By The Numbers
Last year, 17.2 million households in the United States were food insecure, the highest level on record, as the Great Recession continued to wreak havoc on families across the country. Of those 17.2 million households, 3.9 million included children. On Thanksgiving weekend, here’s a look at hunger in America, as millions of Americans struggle to get enough to eat in the wake of the economic crisis.
17.2 million: The number of households that were food insecure in 2010, the highest number on record. They make up 14.5 percent of households, or approximately one in seven.
48.8 million: People who lived in food insecure households last year.
3.9 million: The number of households with children that were food insecure last year. In 1 percent of households with children, “one or more of the children experienced the most severe food-insecure condition measured by USDA, very low food security, in which meals were irregular and food intake was below levels considered adequate by caregivers.”
6.4 million: Households that experienced very low food security last year, meaning “normal eating patterns of one or more household members were disrupted and food intake was reduced at times during the year because they had insufficient money or other resources for food.”
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17.2 million: The number of households that were food insecure in 2010, the highest number on record. They make up 14.5 percent of households, or approximately one in seven.
48.8 million: People who lived in food insecure households last year.
3.9 million: The number of households with children that were food insecure last year. In 1 percent of households with children, “one or more of the children experienced the most severe food-insecure condition measured by USDA, very low food security, in which meals were irregular and food intake was below levels considered adequate by caregivers.”
6.4 million: Households that experienced very low food security last year, meaning “normal eating patterns of one or more household members were disrupted and food intake was reduced at times during the year because they had insufficient money or other resources for food.”
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Seven Surveys Make A Trend For Fox And Viewers
The release yesterday of yet another survey indicating the more you watch Fox News the less they know, has once again shone a spotlight on one of the unique features that defines Rupert Murdoch's cable news outlet - it is very, very good at misinforming people. And it's very bad at reporting the news.
In other words: Propaganda? Yes. News? Not so much.
It's true that the most recent survey, conducted by Fairleigh Dickinson University, only polled adults in New Jersey and doesn't represent national indictment against Fox. Nonetheless, the findings created amedia stir because they reinforce what pollsters and academics previously discovered; that one of the country's all-news channels consistently leaves viewers less informed.
What's stunning is how many different areas of the news and public policy Fox viewers are misinformed about. For instance, the Fairleigh Dickinson survey asked viewers about recent grassroots uprisings in Arab nations [emphasis added]:
For example, people who watch Fox News, the most popular of the 24-hour cable news networks, are 18-points less likely to know that Egyptians overthrew their government than those who watch no news at all..... Fox News watchers are also 6-points less likely to know that Syrians have not yet overthrown their government than those who watch no news.
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In other words: Propaganda? Yes. News? Not so much.
It's true that the most recent survey, conducted by Fairleigh Dickinson University, only polled adults in New Jersey and doesn't represent national indictment against Fox. Nonetheless, the findings created amedia stir because they reinforce what pollsters and academics previously discovered; that one of the country's all-news channels consistently leaves viewers less informed.
What's stunning is how many different areas of the news and public policy Fox viewers are misinformed about. For instance, the Fairleigh Dickinson survey asked viewers about recent grassroots uprisings in Arab nations [emphasis added]:
For example, people who watch Fox News, the most popular of the 24-hour cable news networks, are 18-points less likely to know that Egyptians overthrew their government than those who watch no news at all..... Fox News watchers are also 6-points less likely to know that Syrians have not yet overthrown their government than those who watch no news.
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Record Crowds Turn Out For Black Friday Shopping
More Americans hunted for bargains over the weekend than ever before as retailers lured them online and into stores with big discounts and an earlier-than-usual start to the holiday shopping season.
A record 226 million shoppers visited stores and websites during the four-day holiday weekend starting on Thanksgiving Day, up from 212 million last year, according to early estimates by The National Retail Federation released on Sunday. Americans spent more, too: The average holiday shopper spent $398.62 over the weekend, up from $365.34 a year ago.
Accident In Salisbury
There's been an accident on Church Street and Truitt. Traffic is stopped in both directions.
Aruba Missing Woman Suspect To Be Freed
Hearing Set For Day After His Release
(CNN) -- A hearing will be held Wednesday for the lone person suspected in connection with the disappearance of his traveling companion in Aruba -- one day after the suspect is expected to leave the Caribbean nation, Aruba's solicitor general said Saturday.
Gary Giordano's U.S.-based attorney, Jose Baez, had said in a statement Friday that his client would be released at 8 p.m. Tuesday after weeks in Aruban custody and "return home to his family in the United States."
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(CNN) -- A hearing will be held Wednesday for the lone person suspected in connection with the disappearance of his traveling companion in Aruba -- one day after the suspect is expected to leave the Caribbean nation, Aruba's solicitor general said Saturday.
Gary Giordano's U.S.-based attorney, Jose Baez, had said in a statement Friday that his client would be released at 8 p.m. Tuesday after weeks in Aruban custody and "return home to his family in the United States."
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Older Craigslist Killings Suspect Was a 'Mentor' to Arrested Teen
The mother of one of the Craigslist killings suspects said her son has a "caring heart" and even served as a mentor to the high school student who was arrested with him in connection with three murders and one attempted murder.
Richard Beasley, 52, who worked as an unpaid chaplain, was arrested on Nov. 16, along with Brogan Rafferty, 16, for allegedly luring victims through a job advertisement that was posted on Craigslist seeking extra help working on an Ohio cattle farm.
Richard Beasley, 52, who worked as an unpaid chaplain, was arrested on Nov. 16, along with Brogan Rafferty, 16, for allegedly luring victims through a job advertisement that was posted on Craigslist seeking extra help working on an Ohio cattle farm.
Teen Tweeter Won't Apologize to Kan. Governor
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — A Kansas teenager who wrote a disparaging tweet about Gov. Sam Brownback said Sunday that she is rejecting her high school principal's demand for a written apology.
200-lb 8-Year-Old Placed In Foster Care
CLEVELAND - An 8-year-old elementary school student who weighs more than 200 pounds has been taken from his family and placed into foster care after county social workers said his mother wasn't doing enough to control his weight.
The Plain Dealer newspaper reports that the Cleveland 8-year-old is considered severely obese and at risk for such diseases as diabetes and hypertension.
Sunday, November 27, 2011
Dog Found In Fruitland: UPDATE
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We've Changed Things Up A Little Bit Today
I thought I'd bring in an antique set of Lionel Trains and change up some of the displays. We're even expanding items into the offices. If you'd like to bring in a gift for needy children you can do so Monday through Friday from 9 AM to 5 PM. Click on images to enlarge.
Native American Tribes Struggle For Maryland Recognition
Friday was American Indian Heritage Day in Maryland, a new name for what just used to be just the day after Thanksgiving and a state holiday. There are more than 20,000 Native Americans living in Maryland, and there are eight indigenous tribes who form and operate communities. Still, these indigenous tribes don't have the economic and cultural benefits afforded to other Native American tribes that have obtained recognition.
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'Frosty The Snowman' Arrested At Maryland Parade
CHESTERTOWN, Md. -- Who says "Frosty the Snowman" has to be jolly?
A man in a "Frosty the Snowman" costume was arrested Saturday during the annual Christmas parade in Chestertown, on Maryland's Eastern Shore. He's accused of scuffling with police and kicking at a police dog.
Sgt. John A. Dolgos tells The Star Democrat of Easton that 52-year-old Kevin Michael Walsh became agitated when a dog-handling officer tried to escort him away from the crowd.
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A man in a "Frosty the Snowman" costume was arrested Saturday during the annual Christmas parade in Chestertown, on Maryland's Eastern Shore. He's accused of scuffling with police and kicking at a police dog.
Sgt. John A. Dolgos tells The Star Democrat of Easton that 52-year-old Kevin Michael Walsh became agitated when a dog-handling officer tried to escort him away from the crowd.
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These Are The 10 Cities Where Violent Crime Is Declining
Publishers Notes: Keep in mind, the following information is based on 100,000 people per capita. The numbers are quite different when you bring them down to real numbers but we felt it only fair to share this information as published.
For years, experts have maintained that crime rates increase with rising unemployment and poverty rates. Yet, data released earlier this year from the FBI show a marked decrease in the national violent crime rate between 2005 and 2010 even as unemployment and poverty have continued to skyrocket.
10. Salisbury, MD
5-year decrease in violent crime rate: -237
Violent crime per 100,000 (2005): 906.4
Violent crime per 100,000 (2010): 669.7
Murders per 100,000: 9
In 2005, the Salisbury, Maryland area had the 12th highest violent crime rate in the country. At a rate of 906.4 for every 100,000 residents, it was nearly double the national rate of 469.3. By 2010, however, the region’s rate had dropped 38 percent to 669 violent crimes per 100,00 people. This was still much higher than the national average, and the murder rate actually went up over that time, but a substantial decline in the number of robberies and assaults represented a positive sign for the crime-ridden region.
State Governor Martin O’Malley announced that year a $156,000 grant to Salisbury to start the second Safe Streets program in the state, according to the Baltimore Sun. The program had shown apparent benefits in Annapolis.
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For years, experts have maintained that crime rates increase with rising unemployment and poverty rates. Yet, data released earlier this year from the FBI show a marked decrease in the national violent crime rate between 2005 and 2010 even as unemployment and poverty have continued to skyrocket.
10. Salisbury, MD
5-year decrease in violent crime rate: -237
Violent crime per 100,000 (2005): 906.4
Violent crime per 100,000 (2010): 669.7
Murders per 100,000: 9
In 2005, the Salisbury, Maryland area had the 12th highest violent crime rate in the country. At a rate of 906.4 for every 100,000 residents, it was nearly double the national rate of 469.3. By 2010, however, the region’s rate had dropped 38 percent to 669 violent crimes per 100,00 people. This was still much higher than the national average, and the murder rate actually went up over that time, but a substantial decline in the number of robberies and assaults represented a positive sign for the crime-ridden region.
State Governor Martin O’Malley announced that year a $156,000 grant to Salisbury to start the second Safe Streets program in the state, according to the Baltimore Sun. The program had shown apparent benefits in Annapolis.
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Surging Gingrich Nabs Key NH Paper's Endorsement
In the most significant endorsement of the GOP race so far, the New Hampshire Union Leader newspaper endorsed former Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich.
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New Local Ad Featuring A Same-Sex Couple Sparks Controversy
BALTIMORE COUNTY, Md. (WJZ) — A new local ad is meant to shock in hopes that you will shop. A Baltimore County jewelry store is trying a new approach to boost their sales, but will it work? Andrea Fujii has the story.
It’s not your typical jewelry store advertisement. It’s already running in the City Paper and Baltimore Sun. The slogan is “Let’s Grow Old Together,” and it features diverse couples, including two lesbians.
“I think same-sex couples just want the same American dream that straight couples want,” said Sydney Nusinov.
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It’s not your typical jewelry store advertisement. It’s already running in the City Paper and Baltimore Sun. The slogan is “Let’s Grow Old Together,” and it features diverse couples, including two lesbians.
“I think same-sex couples just want the same American dream that straight couples want,” said Sydney Nusinov.
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Getting By: Rethinking Retirement
Flagging economy forces older workers to stay on the job
Traveling. Playing with the grandkids. Taking up golf or tennis or scrapbooking. Moving to a warmer climate.
They're the hallmarks of a carefree retirement - a dream that's fading fast for many older Americans thanks to a persistently poor economy that has shrunk retirement savings, increased the cost of health care, made work difficult to find and wiped out home equity.
"Unfortunately, it's not the rosiest picture," said Jean Setzfand, vice president of financial security for AARP.
Long gone are the days of retirement starting on one's
65th birthday with a gold watch from the boss and paychecks for life from a pension and Social Security.
These days, more of the burden is on workers themselves to save their own money for retirement, perhaps with some matching funds from an employer.
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Traveling. Playing with the grandkids. Taking up golf or tennis or scrapbooking. Moving to a warmer climate.
They're the hallmarks of a carefree retirement - a dream that's fading fast for many older Americans thanks to a persistently poor economy that has shrunk retirement savings, increased the cost of health care, made work difficult to find and wiped out home equity.
"Unfortunately, it's not the rosiest picture," said Jean Setzfand, vice president of financial security for AARP.
Long gone are the days of retirement starting on one's
65th birthday with a gold watch from the boss and paychecks for life from a pension and Social Security.
These days, more of the burden is on workers themselves to save their own money for retirement, perhaps with some matching funds from an employer.
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