Wal-Mart sex discrimination suit could be nation’s largest
A federal class action accuses Wal-Mart Stores Inc. of systematically discriminating against women in promotions and pay. The suit targets up to 500,000 current and former workers and seeks certification as a class action. Plaintiffs’ attorney Brad Seligman says women are underrepresented in management and paid less for equal work.
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Tornado devours Siren Wisconsin leveling town and killing three
A May 8 tornado struck Siren Wisconsin at 8 20 p m with winds up to 206 mph leveled most of the village population 900 about 40 homes 40 businesses damaged or destroyed and left sixteen hurt including three older residents killed. Police Chief Dean Roland witnessed two rotating clouds colliding and debris filling the air as the storm struck the northwest Wisconsin community.
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House votes to boost GI Bill education benefits
The House approved 416 to 0 a major increase in veterans education benefits totaling 9 billion dollars over 10 years. The bill raises monthly payments from 650 to 1100 for three years for veterans with three years of service, and from 528 to 894 for those with two years or four years in reserve service.
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