Christian school files religious liberty suit

A Southern California Christian school is suing two former teachers who had threatened a lawsuit over the school's practice of demanding proof of faith from its employees.



http://www.sfgate.com/news/article/Christian-school-files-religious-liberty-suit-4225860.php

Harkin, chairman of Senate HELP panel, won't seek re-election

U.S. Sen. Tom Harkin said Saturday he will not seek a sixth term in 2014, a decision that frees a new generation of Iowa Democrats to seek higher office and eases some of the burden Republicans face in retaking the Senate.



http://www.modernhealthcare.com/article/20130126/INFO/301259984

Franklin County area students in thick of college financial aid effort

For Chambersburg Area Senior High School senior Austin Frazer, a decision during his junior year helped pay off during the college selection process as a senior.



http://www.publicopiniononline.com/news/ci_22453539/franklin-county-area-students-thick-college-financial-aid

Using Consumer Reports as a Pre-Employment Screening Tool

Employers choosing to utilize the consumer report or "credit report" as a method of evaluating potential employees face a myriad of legal pitfalls.



http://www.jdsupra.com/legalnews/using-consumer-reports-as-a-pre-employme-13708/

Federal guide explains sound money practices to teens, young adults

Credit cards, interest rates, the magic of compounding: Learning to manage money can be complex and confusing for any teenager.



http://www.star-telegram.com/2013/01/25/4576284/federal-guide-explains-sound-money.html

Kirkwood Woman Breaks Ground for Americans With Disabilities

By Brittney Smithers, Lighthouse for the Blind - Saint Louis Sierra Gregg of Kirkwood , a senior at Missouri's Truman State University who is legally blind, proves that hard work, dedication and belief in a cause can overcome all limitations.



http://kirkwood.patch.com/articles/kirkwood-woman-breaks-ground-for-americans-with-disabilities

Harkin Says he Won't Seek 6TH Term

Democratic U.S. Senator Tom Harkin of Iowa said Saturday he will not seek a sixth term in 2014.



http://www.kscj.com/local-news/2704-harkin-says-he-wont-seek-6th-term

Career branding

A common buzzword in the HR zeitgeist these days is "Career Branding". What is it, and why do you need to know? We are all familiar with consumer brands.



https://www.examiner.com/article/career-branding?cid=rss

NU investigates claim of stuffed animal hanging by its ...

Northwestern University is investigating a claim of racial harassment by a black employee who allegedly found a stuffed animal hanging by its neck near his desk at the school's Evanston campus last month.



http://www.suntimes.com/17782811-418/nu-investigates-claim-of-stuffed-animal-hanging-by-its-neck-near-desk-of-a-black.html

The jobs numbers have been terrific lately. Can we believe them?

Lately, we've been getting some genuinely encouraging news on the jobs front. For the past two weeks, the number of initial unemployment claims has been plummeting.



http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/wonkblog/wp/2013/01/25/the-jobs-numbers-have-been-terrific-lately-can-we-believe-them/?tid=pm_pop

Rep. Braley calls Harkin's pending retirement 'a huge loss'

U.S. Sen. Tom Harkin's decision to not run again after his term expires in two years is "a huge loss," said a Democratic congressman who is considered a possible candidate to replace Harkin.



http://www.desmoinesregister.com/needlogin?type=login&redirecturl=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.desmoinesregister.com%2Fapps%2Fpbcs.dll%2Farticle%3FAID%3D2013130126009%26nclick_check%3D1

Axe on Harkin: 'He'll be missed'

Tom Harkin will be remembered for many things.But I appreciate his passionate advocacy for people with disabilities.He'll be missed.



http://www.politico.com/politico44/2013/01/axe-on-harkin-hell-be-missed-155294.html

Nine former - American Idol' contestants, including Dallas-born Akron ...

According to TMZ , nine former American Idol contestants from different seasons are banding together under NY attorney James H. Freeman to sue the popular FOX reality show, alleging that racism played a key role in their dismal from the show.



http://popcultureblog.dallasnews.com/2013/01/nine-former-american-idol-contestants-including-dallas-born-akron-watson-planning-to-sue-the-show-for-racist-discrimination.html/

Special Meeting - Galveston County Commissioners Court

CONSENT AGENDA: ALL ITEMS MARKED WITH A SINGLE ASTERISK ARE PART OF THE CONSENT AGENDA AND REQUIRE NO DELIBERATION BY THE COMMISSIONERS COURT.



http://thepolicenews.net/default.aspx?newsletterid=36337&act=Newsletter.aspx

When caring for aging parents, don't wing it

The emotional, physical and financial demands of caring for aging parents can be extensive.



http://www.madison-press.com/2013/01/caring-aging-parents-don%e2%80%99t-wing/

CIA Torture Whistleblower Sentenced to 30 Months

The "newsiest" iReports are sorted in lists at the top of each section on the homepage and in other places around the site.



http://ireport.cnn.com/docs/DOC-916097?ref=feeds%2Flatest

Iowa Senator Tom Harkin Will Not Seek Re-Election In 2014

The Senator says he wants to spend more time with his wife, Ruth, "before it gets too late". He says, he doesn't "by any means plan to retire completely from public life at the end of this Congress." But Harkin says he is, "going to make way for someone new in this Senate seat." He says he thinks that is right not just for him, but for Iowa, as ... (more)



http://kiwaradio.com/local-news/iowa-senator-tom-harkin-will-not-seek-re-election-in-2014/

Byrd autobiography shows man who grew with times

Long and detailed, "Robert C. Byrd: Child of the Appalachian Coalfields," offers personal and political insights into the man who has cast more votes in the Senate than anyone in U.S. history.



http://wvgazette.com/rcbarchive/200803130525

'Idol' Roundup: 9 Contestants Accuse the Show of Racism

In today's Roundup, nine former contestants are accusing Idol of racism. Read on to find out who they are, what their specific claims are and if there's any holes in the allegations.



http://www.buddytv.com/articles/american-idol/idol-roundup-9-contestants-acc-49009.aspx

Nine Former 'American Idol' Contestants Sue Show For Alleged Racism

The producers of one of America's most popular reality TV competition shows " American Idol " are being sued by nine former contestants for alleged racism, according to TMZ .



http://thebuzzcincy.com/1268799/nine-former-american-idol-contestants-sue-show-for-alleged-racism/