Philadelphia groups seek halt to Constitution bicentennial events
Protesters claim police spying and surveillance violate First Fourth Fifth and Fourteenth Amendments as a federal injunction seeks to shield open discussion during Constitution bicentennial activities. The suit names FBI Philadelphia office and groups behind We the People Inc and Independence National Historical Park, with a hearing set for July 8.
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Beating inquiry launched into Mexico prison return
The State Department orders its Merida consulate to probe the events surrounding a prison release of a man. Ed Hoffman, a Pottstown police officer, accuses the jail beating and plans formal complaints. A Pottstown doctor says some bruises may have been caused by the jail transfer.
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Cocaine toll rises as alcohol abuse remains widespread
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