A Michigan woman who’s unemployed and doesn’t have health insurance says she shot herself in an effort to get treatment for a painful shoulder injury.
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Woman Shoots Self to Get Medical Help
Sunday, June 20th, 2010Nose Knows: Seafood Sniffers Smell Out Oily Fish
Tuesday, June 8th, 2010Commercial fishing continues in the Gulf as the oil slick continues to spread. But how do we know the fish we eat is safe? It appears the nose knows as seafood inspectors learn how to sniff out tainted product from oysters to shrimp and fish. (June 7)
Swim Club Accused of Race Bias Sold at Auction
Sunday, May 16th, 2010A private suburban Philadelphia swim club accused of racial discrimination has been sold at a bankruptcy auction for 1.46 million dollars.
Firearms Fuel Controversy in Wisconsin
Sunday, March 14th, 2010Wisconsin is one of only three states that completely prohibits the carrying of concealed handguns. It’s a law resident Nik Clark abides by. Clark says he carries his gun everywhere, including the grocery store and around the house.
NYC Officials: Cab Meter Scam Overcharges Riders
Sunday, March 14th, 2010New York City officials have discovered a widespread scam in which thousands of taxi drivers overcharged passengers more than $8.3 million.
Anti-social behaviour action plea
Thursday, March 11th, 2010The Chief Inspector of Constabulary says urgent action is needed to understand the anti-social behaviour toll on communities
Ark. Loophole Allows Sex Offenders Near Day Care
Wednesday, March 10th, 2010Parents, police and child care workers in Arkansas are concerned about a legal loophole that permits registered sex offenders live near schools and daycares.
Rapper DMX Arrested Again in Arizona
Wednesday, March 10th, 2010Authorities in Arizona say rapper DMX has been arrested for allegedly violating his probation by using drugs.
No charges against Campbell
Wednesday, March 3rd, 2010Supermodel Naomi Campbell looked to have avoided facing another assault charge after being accused of hitting her driver in New York.