California Expands Low Cost Automobile Insurance Program to Eight Additional Counties Effective June 1, 2006

California Expands Low Cost Automobile Insurance Program to Eight Additional Counties Effective June 1, 2006: "Low Cost Auto Program is now available: Contra Costa, Imperial, Kern, Sacramento, San Joaquin, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Stanislaus. Eligible motorists from a total of 16 Counties. The rates are currently less than $400 annually. "

Homeland Security and Animal Groups Encourage Americans to Include Their Pets When Preparing for Emergencies
Tragedies like Hurricane Katrina serve as a serious reminder that emergency preparedness is important for all members of households, including pets,� said Homeland Security Under Secretary George Foresman. �We are pleased to partner with these important animal organizations to encourage Americans to take action to prepare for emergencies and consider the needs of their pets in that process

Hurricane Season 2006 Starts Today, But It's Not Too Late To Ensure Your Home's Financial Security With A Flood Insurance Policy
As hurricane season begins, FEMA's National Flood Insurance Program strongly encourages homeowners to purchase a flood insurance policy to financially protect their investments from the damaging floods these storms can cause. The risk is real; experts recently released predictions for an active 2006 season, with 13-16 named storms and the potential for four to six major hurricanes.

FEMA Urges Residents To Prepare For 2006 Hurricane Season
With the start of the 2006 hurricane season just one day away, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) continues to urge residents living in hurricane prone areas to prepare their families and homes to reduce the risk of damage and loss to lives and property. The Atlantic Hurricane Season, which begins on Thursday, June 1, continues through November 30.

Services to Unaccompanied Alien Children Grant - Group Home Grant
Shelter care services are provided for the period beginning when ORR accepts the child for placement and custody and ending when the child is either released from custody, turns 18 years of age or a final disposition of the child's immigration case results in removal of the child from the United States.

Hurricane Watch 2006 -- Scientists Use Visual Images to Stress Hurricane Risks
As another potentially busy hurricane season approaches, U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) scientists are sharing data and photos with the public to stress the importance of evacuation and storm preparedness. By displaying a series of before-and-after photos that punctuate the damage unleashed on coastal communities recently hit by hurricanes, USGS scientists hope to inform citizens living in coastal regions about the need to heed evacuation orders when a severe storm threatens their community.
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Homeland Security and Animal Groups Encourage Americans to Include Their Pets When Preparing for Emergencies
Tragedies like Hurricane Katrina serve as a serious reminder that emergency preparedness is important for all members of households, including pets,” said Homeland Security Under Secretary George Foresman. “We are pleased to partner with these important animal organizations to encourage Americans to take action to prepare for emergencies and consider the needs of their pets in that process
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Hurricane Season 2006 Starts Today, But It's Not Too Late To Ensure Your Home's Financial Security With A Flood Insurance Policy
As hurricane season begins, FEMA's National Flood Insurance Program strongly encourages homeowners to purchase a flood insurance policy to financially protect their investments from the damaging floods these storms can cause. The risk is real; experts recently released predictions for an active 2006 season, with 13-16 named storms and the potential for four to six major hurricanes.
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FEMA Urges Residents To Prepare For 2006 Hurricane Season
With the start of the 2006 hurricane season just one day away, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) continues to urge residents living in hurricane prone areas to prepare their families and homes to reduce the risk of damage and loss to lives and property. The Atlantic Hurricane Season, which begins on Thursday, June 1, continues through November 30.
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Services to Unaccompanied Alien Children Grant - Group Home Grant
Shelter care services are provided for the period beginning when ORR accepts the child for placement and custody and ending when the child is either released from custody, turns 18 years of age or a final disposition of the child's immigration case results in removal of the child from the United States.
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FCC DENIES REQUEST FOR RECONSIDERATION OF SUPER BOWL XXXVIII

FCC DENIES REQUEST FOR RECONSIDERATION OF SUPER BOWL XXXVIII: "The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) today denied CBS request for reconsideration of the Commission's decision to impose a forfeiture for the broadcast of indecent material during the February 1, 2004 Super Bowl XXXVIII halftime show"

Cheverolet Corvette Recall

Cheverolet Corvette Recall: "On certain 2005-2006 Chevrolet corvettes equipped with painted roofs, the adhesive between the roof panel and the frame may separate. If there is a complete separation, the roof panel may detach from the vehicle and it could strike another vehicle and cause injury and property damage."

New 2006 Rollover Rankings Show Improvement

New 2006 Rollover Rankings Show Improvement: "Rollover ratings for 2006 model sport utility vehicles (SUVs) show a marked improvement over 2005, the U.S. Department of Transportation's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced today. The rating results also point to an unprecedented number of SUVs with electronic stability control (ESC) in 2006."

Hire A Hero - Hire a Veteran

Hire A Hero - Hire a Veteran: "Each year, 12,000 veterans enter the job market in California. Many have valuable skills. Some are doctors, nurses, and police officers. Others have sophisticated technological skills. All bring a sense of duty and honor that makes them invaluable employees. Veterans canclick here to view a list of job fairs and events throughout California. Events annotated with a flag have special focus for Veterans and their families."

HUD APPROVES LOUISIANA'S $4.6 BILLION "ROAD HOME PROGRAM

HUD APPROVES LOUISIANA'S $4.6 BILLION "ROAD HOME PROGRAM: "Housing and Urban Development Secretary Alphonso Jackson today announced he is approving a $4.6 billion plan proposed by the State of Louisiana to create The Road Home Program. Louisiana intends to use funding provided through HUD's Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program to offer up to $150,000 to certain eligible homeowners whose primary residences were destroyed or severely damaged following Hurricanes Katrina and Rita."

Updated Directory of Drug, Alcohol Abuse Treatment Programs Available

Updated Directory of Drug, Alcohol Abuse Treatment Programs Available: "The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration's (SAMHSA) updated guide to finding local substance abuse treatment programs is now available. The guide, National Directory of Drug and Alcohol Abuse Treatment Programs 2006, provides information on thousands of alcohol and drug treatment programs located in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and four U.S. territories."

Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass Vs LAP-BAND for Treatment of Morbid Obesity (stomach stapling)

Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass Vs LAP-BAND for Treatment of Morbid Obesity (stomach stapling): "Obesity is a growing problem in the United States. Severe obesity, known as morbid obesity, is defined as being 100 pounds in excess of ideal body weight. . According to the NIH consensus conference in 1991, surgery remains the only effective sustained weight loss treatment for morbid obesity. The Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (GBP) is currently considered the gold standard bariatric surgical operation. Mean weight loss following GBP is approximately 65% of the excess body weight during the first 12 to 18 months postoperatively. Long-term weight loss is in the range of 55-70% of excess body weight loss. "

One-Third of Adults with Diabetes Still Don’t Know They Have It
Over the years studied, about 26 percent of adults age 20 and older continued to have impaired fasting glucose (IFG), a form of pre-diabetes. IFG, in which blood glucose measured after an overnight fast is high but not yet diagnostic of diabetes, increases the risk of heart disease as well as the risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
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Transcription Services RFP Announcement
Contractor will provide transcription services for the California Conservation Corps' Headquarters operations located at 1719 24th Street, Sacramento, CA.
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Informational and Referral Resource for HMO Consumers
The Office of the Patient Advocate is seeking a proposer that can develop an Informational and Referral Resource Publication for Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) Consumers.
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Dietary Supplements Fact Sheet
Looking for the right vitamins to round out your diet? Send for Dietary Supplements, a fact sheet from the Food and Drug Administration's Office of Women's Health, to find out what's right for you. Learn how dietary supplements are regulated, and if it's safe to take them with other medications. For your free copy, send your name and address to the Federal Citizen Information Center, Dept. 643N, Pueblo, CO 81009. Or call toll-free 1 (888) 8 PUEBLO, that's 1 (888) 878-3256 and ask for Item 643N . And visit www.pueblo.gsa.gov to place your order online or to read or print out this and hundreds of other FCIC publications for free.
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Insurance Commissioner John Garamendi Announces Arrests of Eight Suspects for Insurance Fraud Following Sweep

Insurance Commissioner John Garamendi Announces Arrests of Eight Suspects for Insurance Fraud Following Sweep: "Insurance Commissioner John Garamendi Announces Arrests of Eight Suspects for Insurance Fraud Following Sweep Eight suspects from Tulare, Fresno and San Luis Obispo counties allegedly defrauded their insurance carriers; all are booked in jail with bail ranging from $5,000 to $300,000"

National Fire Academy Educational Program/Harvard Fellowship Grant

National Fire Academy Educational Program/Harvard Fellowship Grant: "The United States Fire Administration (USFA) has supported fellowships to senior fire executives since 1984, known as The Harvard Fellowship Program. Each fellowship enables a senior fire executive to attend and participate in the three-week Senior Executives in State & Local Government Program course that is held twice each year at the Kennedy School of Government-Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts. "

National Fire Academy Educational Program/Harvard Fellowship Grant

National Fire Academy Educational Program/Harvard Fellowship Grant: "The United States Fire Administration (USFA) has supported fellowships to senior fire executives since 1984, known as The Harvard Fellowship Program. Each fellowship enables a senior fire executive to attend and participate in the three-week Senior Executives in State & Local Government Program course that is held twice each year at the Kennedy School of Government-Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts. "

CALIFORNIANS UNDERESTIMATE LONG-TERM CARE COSTS, SURVEY SHOWS

CALIFORNIANS UNDERESTIMATE LONG-TERM CARE COSTS, SURVEY SHOWS: "More than 65 percent of Californians underestimate the cost of long-term care and have not thought about its potential financial impact on themselves and their families, according to results of a statewide Field Institute poll released today by the California Department of Health Services "

Baby Pacifiers Recalled for Choking Hazard

Baby Pacifiers Recalled for Choking Hazard: "The pacifier's nipple can easily detach from the guard, posing a serious choking hazard to young children"

Secret Service Forms Task to Fight High-tech Computer-based Crimes

Secret Service Forms Task to Fight High-tech Computer-based Crimes: "The United States Secret Service has announced the formation of nine new Electronic Crimes Task Forces, a successful public-private partnership aimed at fighting high-tech computer-based crimes. The new task forces will open in Baltimore, Birmingham, Buffalo, Louisville, Minneapolis, Oklahoma City, Orlando, Pittsburgh and Seattle and join an existing network of 15 other nationwide operations."

Prevention and Support Services for Women Incarcerated or Newly Released Living With or at Risk for HIV/AIDS/STDs Grant
The primary purpose of this OWH HIV/AIDS program is to increase health related support services available for HIV infected incarcerated and newly released women.
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Americans Marrying Older, Living Alone More
The median age of first marriage was 27.1 years for men and 25.8 years for women last year, up from 23.2 and 20.8 years, respectively, 25 years earlier, according to new information on America’s families and households released today by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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LOOKING FOR OUR CHILDREN - National Missing Children’s Day 2006 - FBI Reports
These are just a very few of the children who are far away from home tonight.Please take a minute to look at all the faces on our Kidnapping and Missing Persons Investigation page and see if you can identify Analyce, Francisco, Asha, or any of the other children listed there with their stories.
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$50,000 Reward Offered for Return Of Electronic Data Containing Veterans’ Information
Today, the Department of Veterans Affairs Office of Inspector General (VA OIG) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) have announced a $50,000 reward through the Montgomery County Crime Solvers organization, for information that leads to the recovery of a laptop computer and external hard drive that contained personal information for millions of veterans.
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Americans Marrying Older, Living Alone More

Americans Marrying Older, Living Alone More: "The median age of first marriage was 27.1 years for men and 25.8 years for women last year, up from 23.2 and 20.8 years, respectively, 25 years earlier, according to new information on America�s families and households released today by the U.S. Census Bureau."

CalHFA Multifamily Announces New 30/15 Permanent Financing Program

CalHFA Multifamily Announces New 30/15 Permanent Financing Program: "The California Housing Finance Agency announced the first of several new initiatives to make it easier for developers to finance rental apartments for low- to moderate-income Californians."

Department of Consumer Affairs Urges Consumers to Evaluate Pre-need Funeral Plans Carefully

Department of Consumer Affairs Urges Consumers to Evaluate Pre-need Funeral Plans Carefully: "With the number of people planning for their own funerals likely to grow for the foreseeable future, the Department of Consumer Affairs (DCA), as part of Older Americans Month, is urging Californians to do their homework before entering into these arrangements."

Insurance Commissioner John Garamendi Discloses Apparent "Excess Profits" by Homeowner and Auto Insurers

Insurance Commissioner John Garamendi Discloses Apparent "Excess Profits" by Homeowner and Auto Insurers: " Today, Insurance Commissioner John Garamendi released a new report on the burgeoning profitability of Homeowners and Private Passenger Automobile Insurance companies. The study discloses that for the past two years insurance companies have enjoyed a scenario in which the amount they pay for claims has dwindled, while the money they keep has soared."

Economic Injury Disaster Loans Available For Small Buisnesses In Disaster Areas
If your small business suffered economic injury as a result of the severe storms, you may be eligible for financial assistance from the U.S. Small Business Administration.
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SBA Urges Homeowners, Renters and Businesses to Face Risks and Prepare for the Inevitable Disaster before it Strikes
Last year hundreds of thousands of homes and businesses were destroyed, and billions of dollars were lost in the destruction caused by Hurricanes Katrina, Rita and Wilma. With the Atlantic hurricane season approaching June 1, the U.S. Small Business Administration is urging homeowners, renters and businesses across the country to take steps to protect their lives and property now.
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Insurance Commissioner John Garamendi Discloses Apparent "Excess Profits" by Homeowner and Auto Insurers
Department of Insurance study finds insurers are paying far less to cover claims and making no effort to reduce rates; Commissioner Garamendi will begin hearings in July to eliminate any excess profit through rate reductions.
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HUNDREDS ARRESTED IN MASS-MARKETING FRAUD

HUNDREDS ARRESTED IN MASS-MARKETING FRAUD: "The schemes were carried out through various methods, such as telemarketing, the Internet and mass mailings. The wide variety of schemes uncovered during the operation included so-called '419' advance-fee schemes; foreign currency trading; bogus lottery, prize and sweepstakes schemes; offers of nonexistent investments; bogus offers of 'pre-approved' credit cards or credit-card protection; and tax fraud schemes."

NTIA Seeks Comments on Internet Domain Name (Internet DNS) and Addressing System - Comments Due July 7

NTIA Seeks Comments on Internet Domain Name (Internet DNS) and Addressing System - Comments Due July 7: "The United States Department of Commerce�s National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) seeks comment on the continuation of the transition of the technical coordination and management of the Internet domain name and addressing system (Internet DNS) to the private sector."

Economic Injury Disaster Loans Available For Small Buisnesses In Disaster Areas

Economic Injury Disaster Loans Available For Small Buisnesses In Disaster Areas: " If your small business suffered economic injury as a result of the severe storms, you may be eligible for financial assistance from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)."

Abandoned Infants Grant Announcement

Abandoned Infants Grant Announcement: "The purpose of this Cooperative Agreement is to fund a National Resource Center (NRC) to provide training and technical assistance (T/TA) that will promote the purposes of the Abandoned Infants Assistance (AIA) Act of 1988 Public Law (P.L.) 100-505, as amended. This T/TA will build the capacity of programs designed to serve abandoned infants, young children, and their families, particularly infants and children infected with Human Immunodeficiency Virus/Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (HIV/AIDS),"

Study of Istradefylline (KW-6002) for the Treatment of Restless Legs Syndrome

Study of Istradefylline (KW-6002) for the Treatment of Restless Legs Syndrome: "The primary purpose of this study is to evaluate the efficacy, safety, and tolerability of 40 mg per day of istradefylline (KW6002) in patients with Restless Legs Syndrome. "

SEC and OFHEO Announce Resolution of Investigation of Fannie Mae -Fannie Mae Agrees to Pay $400 Million Penalty

SEC and OFHEO Announce Resolution of Investigation of Fannie Mae - Fannie Mae Agrees to Pay $400 Million Penalty: "The Securities and Exchange Commission and the Office of Federal Housing Enterprise Oversight (OFHEO) announced today that the Federal National Mortgage Association (Fannie Mae) has agreed to settle charges relating to the misstatement of its financial statements from at least 1998 through 2004. Fannie Mae has agreed to the entry of a permanent injunction and to pay a $400 million penalty."

IRS Encourages Taxpayers to Safeguard Financial and Tax Records During Hurricane Preparedness Week

IRS Encourages Taxpayers to Safeguard Financial and Tax Records During Hurricane Preparedness Week: "With the approach of hurricane season, the Internal Revenue Service encourages taxpayers to safeguard their records as part of National Hurricane Preparedness Week, May 21-27. Some simple steps can help taxpayers and businesses protect financial and tax records in case of hurricanes and other disasters."

New Report Reveals Status Of Women�s Health In California

New Report Reveals Status Of Women�s Health In California: "More California women are receiving mammograms and fewer are smoking, according to a women's health survey that for the first time analyzed multiyear data to identify trends, California Department of Health Services (CDHS) Director Sandra Shewry announced today."

Crimes on Cruise Vacations - FBI Reports

Crimes on Cruise Vacations - FBI Reports: "There were 39 cases of crimes on the high seas last year involving U.S. citizens, including sexual and physical assaults, death, drug smuggling, theft, and vessel conversion.

Free Online Continuing Education for Prevention of Hepatitis A Course

Free Online Continuing Education for Prevention of Hepatitis A Course

New Report:Self-Reported Asthma Among High School Students -
Asthma is a leading chronic illness among children in the United States. To examine self-reported asthma and asthma attacks among U.S. high school students.
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The Truth About Your Automobile Insurance Rates
If you’re here because of the insurance industry's attack campaign, then you probably haven’t heard the true story. If you believe, as I do, that your insurance rates should be based more on how safely you drive than where you live, you might want to learn the real facts about my new regulations.
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Verizon Foundation Grants Announcement
Verizon is accepting applications for Verizon Foundation Grants. The purpose of this program is to promote literacy and literacy education in communities or domestic violence prevention and interventions.
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Project Gotham Racing Now available on Xbox Live

Project Gotham Racing Now available on Xbox Live: "Microsoft and Bizarre Creations today announced the availability of the PGR 3 Cadillac V-Series Collection, now available on Xbox Live Marketplace. Gamers can add all three Cadillac V-Series vehicles to their virtual garage and race for an opportunity to bring home a new and exclusive award."

Diagnosis and initial treatment of ischemic stroke

Diagnosis and initial treatment of ischemic stroke: "Diagnosis and initial treatment of ischemic stroke. This guideline updates a previous version: Diagnosis and initial treatment of ischemic stroke."

Active Exploitation of a Vulnerability in Microsoft Word
US-CERT is aware of an increase in activity attempting to exploit a vulnerability in Microsoft Word. The exploit is disguised as an email attachment containing a Microsoft Word document. When the document is opened, malicious code is installed on the user's machine. The exploit then attempts to connect to a remote host.
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Free Solar Energy Workshop in Chula Vista, May 31
As energy costs soar, designers and installers of solar (photovoltaic) energy systems are seeing more and more demand for their services. The City of Chula Vista is offering a free workshop for installers and designers on Wednesday, May 31 at 5:30 p.m. in the Chula Vista City Council Chambers.
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Inflatable Swimming Pool Ladder Recall
Aqua-Leisure and CPSC are aware of nine incidents. There have been six reported injuries, including a concussion, a broken arm, fractured ribs and a wrist sprain.
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State of California Unclaimed Property Live Simulcast Auction

State of California Unclaimed Property Live Simulcast Auction The State of California is holding their annual auction of unclaimed property on May 25 and 26. Get lots of stuff at a great discount.

The Truth About Your Automobile Insurance Rates

The Truth About Your Automobile Insurance Rates: "If you�re here because of the insurance industry's attack campaign, then you probably haven't heard the true story. If you believe, as I do, that your insurance rates should be based more on how safely you drive than where you live, you might want to learn the real facts about my new regulations."

New Report:Self-Reported Asthma Among High School Students -
Asthma is a leading chronic illness among children in the United States. To examine self-reported asthma and asthma attacks among U.S. high school students.
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FTC Offers the �Inside� Story on Conserving Energy and Increasing Fuel Efficiency

FTC Offers the "Inside" Story on Conserving Energy and Increasing Fuel Efficiency: "The Federal Trade Commission now has two Web sites available in Spanish to help consumers save money. One offers energy conservation tips to help consumers save money in every room of the house. The other offers tips for improving fuel efficiency from bumper to bumper on a car"

Advanced Wireless Services Auction To Start August 9, 2006

Advanced Wireless Services Auction To Start August 9, 2006: " the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) released a Public Notice that revises the schedule and filing requirements for the FCC's upcoming first auction of spectrum licenses for Advanced Wireless Services (AWS-1). This auction, Auction No. 66, will include 1,122 AWS-1 licenses in the 1710-1755 MHz and 2110-2155 MHz bands. "

Hybrid Cars and Alternative Motor Vehicles

Hybrid Cars and Alternative Motor Vehicles: "Hybrid vehicles have drive trains powered by both an internal combustion engine and a rechargeable battery. Many currently available hybrid vehicles may qualify for the tax credit.
These models have been certified for the credit in the following amounts:"

Active Exploitation of a Vulnerability in Microsoft Word

Active Exploitation of a Vulnerability in Microsoft Word: "US-CERT is aware of an increase in activity attempting to exploit a vulnerability in Microsoft Word. The exploit is disguised as an email attachment containing a Microsoft Word document. When the document is opened, malicious code is installed on the user's machine. The exploit then attempts to connect to a remote host."

ATF SEARCHING FOR MORENO VALLEY MAN IN EXPLOSIVES THEFT

ATF SEARCHING FOR MORENO VALLEY MAN IN EXPLOSIVES THEFT: "RIVERSIDE, Calif. --John A. Torres, Special Agent in Charge of the Los Angeles Field Division, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), announced today that ATF is holding an arrest warrant and searching for Joshua Gawn, 33, of Moreno Valley, Calif., in connection with the theft of more than 500 pounds of explosives from the Gold Mountain Mine Co., in Big Bear City, Calif., earlier this month."

OSHA Offers Best Practices Guide for First Aid Programs

OSHA Offers Best Practices Guide for First Aid Programs: "The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) today issued Best Practices Guide: Fundamentals of a Workplace First-Aid Program, a new guide to help employers and employees develop workplace first aid programs."

Beware of Fraudulent Avian Flu Therapies

Beware of Fraudulent Avian Flu Therapies: "The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued warning letters recently to nine companies marketing bogus flu products behind claims that their products could be effective against preventing the avian flu or other forms of influenza. FDA is not aware of any scientific evidence that demonstrates the safety or effectiveness of these products for treating or preventing avian flu and the agency is concerned that the use of these products could harm consumers or interfere with conventional treatments. "

Update: New Seattle Landslide Maps n- USGS maps provide greater detail for owners of landslide prone property

Update: New Seattle Landslide Maps n- USGS maps provide greater detail for owners of landslide prone property: "Experts at the United States Geological Survey (USGS) have produced a series of new landslide maps of Seattle that will provide property owners, government agencies and utilities with improved landslide information. "

Evaluation and Follow-up of Individuals with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder and Related Conditions

Evaluation and Follow-up of Individuals with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder and Related Conditions: "The purpose of this study is to better understand the long-term progress of people with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and related conditions such as anorexia nervosa, Tourette syndrome, and trichotillomania. "

Investigation of the Safety and Efficacy of Renzapride in Constipation Predominant Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

Investigation of the Safety and Efficacy of Renzapride in Constipation Predominant Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS): "The purpose of the study is to investigate whether renzapride will help alleviate the symptoms associated with constipation predominant irritable bowel syndrome in female patients. "

Treatment-Resistant Depression Registry

Treatment-Resistant Depression Registry: "This registry will collect information about patients with treatment-resistant depression (TRD) who are currently in a major depressive episode. "

Attorney General Lockyer Petitions Federal Government to Crack Down on Cigarettes Masquerading as �Little Cigars�

Attorney General Lockyer Petitions Federal Government to Crack Down on Cigarettes Masquerading as "Little Cigars ": "Attorney General Bill Lockyer today announced he has petitioned the federal government to close a regulatory loophole that has increased youth and adult smoking of cigarettes disguised as little cigars, and allowed the manufacturers to evade marketing restrictions and higher taxes that apply to cigarettes."

Attorney General Lockyer and California Million Mom March Endorse Legislation to Crack Down on Illegal Gun Trafficking

Attorney General Lockyer and California Million Mom March Endorse Legislation to Crack Down on Illegal Gun Trafficking: "Attorney General Bill Lockyer and the California Million Mom March Chapters of the Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence today kicked off a national grassroots campaign to disrupt illegal gun trafficking by endorsing a package of state legislation and announcing their opposition to two federal bills. "

MySpace Training for Parents

MySpace Training for Parents: "Parents are invited to attend an informational session about on-line dangers. Officer Steve Wolf and Detective Joe Monroe will provide information on MySpace, chat rooms, blogging, Instant Messaging, and parental controls. Parents will learn how to discuss cyber safer with their children."

WARMEST APRIL ON RECORD IN U.S. - Drought Persists Across South and Southwest

WARMEST APRIL ON RECORD IN U.S. - Drought Persists Across South and Southwest: "The contiguous United States experienced its warmest April ever based on records dating back to 1895, according to scientists at the NOAA National Climatic Data Center in Asheville, N.C. Drier-than-average conditions and severe drought persisted across large portions of the southern and southwestern United States. April also was marked by a series of tornado outbreaks during the first half of the month impacting large parts of the Midwest and central Plains, into the Deep South. The global surface temperature was the seventh warmest April on record. "

Disaster-Damaged Rental Homes May Qualify As Businesses

Disaster-Damaged Rental Homes May Qualify As Businesses: "Owners of rental properties damaged by the early April tornadoes in seven Arkansas counties may qualify for an SBA low interest disaster business loan, officials from the Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Arkansas Department of Emergency Management (ADEM) said today"

Project Safe Childhood Initiative Launched to Protect Children from Online Exploitation & Abuse

Project Safe Childhood Initiative Launched to Protect Children from Online Exploitation & Abuse: " Attorney General Alberto R. Gonzales today announced the beginning of the nationwide implementation of Project Safe Childhood (PSC), a Department of Justice initiative designed to protect children from online exploitation and abuse. As technology advances and as the Internet becomes more accessible, the number of computer-facilitated sexual exploitation crimes committed against children including child pornography offenses and enticement crimes is expected to continue to grow."

Statewide Bicycle Courier Insurance Scheme Indictments Announced Today

Statewide Bicycle Courier Insurance Scheme Indictments Announced Today: "Insurance Commissioner John Garamendi today announced the indictment of eight Massachusetts residents for insurance premium fraud charges. "

2006 Pending Privacy and Identity Theft Legislation

2006 Pending Privacy and Identity Theft Legislation: "The California Legislature considers many bills on privacy issues each year. This page summarizes some of the currently pending or recently enacted bills, as of the date noted at the bottom of the page. The listing of these bills does not imply a position of support or opposition to any of them. To get more information on the bills and their status, click on the link below and enter the bill number"

HIV Vaccine Awareness Day � May 18, 2006

HIV Vaccine Awareness Day - May 18, 2006: "May 18th marks the ninth annual HIV Vaccine Awareness Day. This annual observance is a day to recognize and thank the thousands of volunteers, community members, health professionals, and scientists who are working together to find a safe and effective HIV vaccine. It is also a day to educate our communities about the importance of preventive HIV vaccine research. "

Online Continuing Education Credits for STD Conference - CEU, CHES, CNE & CME

Online Continuing Education Credits for STD Conference - CEU, CHES, CNE & CME: "Continuing education credit for the 2006 National STD Prevention Conference is available through the CDC Training and Continuing Education Online system only. To receive continuing education credits or your certificate of completion, you must complete the online evaluation by June 12, 2006."

DHS Awards $20 Million in Equipment to Local Law Enforcement and Fire Departments

DHS Awards $20 Million in Equipment to Local Law Enforcement and Fire Departments: "The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced awards today to more than 1,100 local police and fire departments totaling more than $20 million as part of the second phase of the fiscal year 2005 Commercial Equipment Direct Assistance Program (CEDAP). "

SEC Charges Former Video Game CEO in Junk Fax Scam

SEC Charges Former Video Game CEO in Junk Fax Scam: "The Securities and Exchange Commission today charged the former Chief Executive Officer of Seattle-based video game developer Infinium Labs, Inc., for his role in a fraudulent "junk fax" scheme to promote the company's stock. "

Used Dating Services to Target Victims - Atlantic City Gambler Admits Defrauding Many Women Across The Country

Used Dating Services to Target Victims - Atlantic City Gambler Admits Defrauding Many Women Across The Country: "An Atlantic City gambler pleaded guilty today to wire fraud charges for his scheme to defraud more than 80 women across the United States whom he had targeted through the use of phone dating services, U.S. Attorney Christopher J. Christie announced."

Celebrating the Fourth of July 2006 - Fourth of July Facts & Statistics

Celebrating the Fourth of July 2006 - Fourth of July Facts & Statistics: "150 million hot dogs (all varieties) are expected to be consumed by Americans on this holiday. (That's one frankfurter for every two people.) There's more than a 1-in-4 chance that the hot dogs made of pork originated in Iowa, as the Hawkeye State had a total inventory of 15.2 million market hogs and pigs on March 1, 2006. "

Planning Could Save Your Business from Storm Damage

Planning Could Save Your Business from Storm Damage: "If a hurricane is threatening the area where your business is located, you can take actions ahead of time that may help minimize damage and lost productivity, according to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). "

U.S. Postal Service expands popular personalized postage for businesses

U.S. Postal Service expands popular personalized postage for businesses: "Businesses across the country now have one more way to literally send a message about their company and products with the expansion of the U.S. Postal Service's popular customized postage program"

National Dog Bite Prevention Week, May 21-27

National Dog Bite Prevention Week, May 21-27: "CINCINNATI - Many letter carriers attacked by dogs last year were victimized by pets which broke loose of their owners grip to jump through screen or glass doors. As part of its messaging to kickoff National Dog Bite Prevention Week, May 21-27, the Postal Service is asking customers to place their pets in a separate room and close the door before accepting mail at their front door. "

PROTECT YOUR INFORMATION Online - Personal Data is Cyber Treasure

PROTECT YOUR INFORMATION Online - Personal Data is Cyber Treasure: "It's no secret the Internet has bred its share of innovation, changing the way we shop, bank, communicate, and do business. But where money's changing hands, you can bet there's a criminal writing a nefarious computer code to siphon a piece of it."

Quick Facts about Heart Disease

Quick Facts about Heart Disease: "Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States and is a major cause of disability. Almost 700,000 people die of heart disease in the U.S. each year. "

Qick Facts about Heart Disease

Qick Facts about Heart Disease: "Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States and is a major cause of disability. Almost 700,000 people die of heart disease in the U.S. each year. That is about 29% of all U.S. deaths. "

Update: Most Popular Baby Names for 2005

Update: Most Popular Baby Names for 2005: "The Social Security Administration just released the most popular baby names for 2005, based on people applying for social security cards at a child's birth. Did you know the top three names for girls are Emily, Emma and Madison -- and for boys, Jacob, Michael and Joshua? See more popular names in 2005 or any other year, or check out how popular your name is or has been over the years. This is a fun site. "

Update: Most Popular Baby Names for 2005

Update: Most Popular Baby Names for 2005: "The Social Security Administration just released the most popular baby names for 2005, based on people applying for social security cards at a child's birth. Did you know the top three names for girls are Emily, Emma and Madison -- and for boys, Jacob, Michael and Joshua? See more popular names in 2005 or any other year, or check out how popular your name is or has been over the years. This is a fun site. "

Cox Announces Identity Theft Charges Against Two Nursing Home Employees

Cox Announces Identity Theft Charges Against Two Nursing Home Employees: "Attorney General Mike Cox announced today that he has filed felony charges against two former employees of St. Michael Nursing Center, located at 19175 Anglin, in Detroit."

Answers to Common Questions About Debit Cards

Answers to Common Questions About Debit Cards: "The bottom line? 'Since a debit card payment is just like writing a check, you should always keep track of how much money you have left in your account to avoid overdrawing the account and incurring fees,' said Joni Creamean, an FDIC Senior Consumer Affairs Specialist"

France Meets U.S. Requirements for E-Passports

France Meets U.S. Requirements for E-Passports: "The Department of Homeland Security announced today that new digital passports issued by France are compliant with U.S. technical requirements for countries participating in the Visa Waiver Program (VWP). "

FTC Advises: Protect Your Wireless Network to Protect Yourself

FTC Advises: Protect Your Wireless Network to Protect Yourself: "Wireless Internet access can free you from the confines of cords, but not from the need for security. Without taking the proper precautions, it's easy for others to use your wireless network connection to access the Internet, or even to access the information on your own computer."

IRS Takes New Steps on Credit Counseling Groups Following Widespread Abuse

IRS Takes New Steps on Credit Counseling Groups Following Widespread Abuse: "Internal Revenue Service officials today released a report on tax-exempt credit counseling agencies and announced further steps to ensure these organizations comply with the law."

IRS Notice of Public Auction Sale: Bobcat Skid Steer

IRS Notice of Public Auction Sale: Bobcat Skid Steer: "A 1999 Model #763 F Ingersoll-Rand Bobcat Skid Steer,Logged Hours: 3,332 with a 46 hp diesel engine and operating capacity of 5,300 pounds and a capacity weight of 1500 pounds and other equipment to include a pallet fork and bucket will be on sale May 20, 2006"

Job Outlook for Electricians

Job Outlook for Electricians: "Employment of electricians is expected to increase as fast as average for all occupations through the year 2014. As the population and economy grow, more electricians will be needed to install and maintain electrical devices and wiring in homes, factories, offices, and other structures."

Choosing a Credit Card: More to Consider than the APR

Choosing a Credit Card: More to Consider than the APR: "I often receive offers in the mail for pre-approved credit cards that promise to save me money. I need a card that allows me to pay my purchases off over time. Is the best offer the one with the lowest interest rate?"