Brookline parents sue over teacher coming out
The Jewels accuse Brookline High School of denying their daughter Johanna a public education after teacher Polly Atwood disclosed her lesbian orientation. They seek 359,571 dollars including 300,000 for emotional distress, while officials say the claim lacks merit and offer alternatives such as another teacher or course. The case highlights clashes over faith, values, and classroom diversity.
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Jackie Onassis estate auction catalog touts millions in items
Sotheby’s catalog lists 5500 of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis belongings from a 40 carat diamond ring to a Ben Hogan golf iron set. Estimated top price reaches 600000 for the ring. overall sale could fetch about 5 million for the estate proceeds. The four day sale begins next month following fierce demand with 23000 catalog orders and printing runs up to 100000.
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IRS walk in tax help offices trim hours and close
Walk in assistance at IRS offices is harder to find as hours are trimmed and some satellite offices closed. GOP lawmakers press for restoration and plan to question IRS Commissioner Richardson. Telephone help rose to 16.3 million, while office visits fell to 2.4 million by early March. Internet tax info and homepage use rise, amid budget constraints and calls for efficiency.
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Teens taped rampage of random violence in Los Angeles
Four 18 year old youths and a juvenile were charged after a home video captured them bashing strangers with a bat and paintball gun across San Fernando Valley streets. Victims included a woman and a man waiting for a bus. The tape aired on CNN and Hard Copy. Authorities said the spree spanned Nov. 1 to Nov. 10 and could carry up to 17 years in prison.
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