Workers defy Halloween ban risk termination at Allen Press
Two employees challenge a no costume rule at Allen Press over Halloween. Erickson wore festive attire and was fired after a department memo questioned the policy. Roberts, citing past costumes, was let go after missing days due to injury. Both cite fairness and religious freedom concerns.
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Microsoft tentatively OKs antitrust case settlement
Washington AP says Microsoft and the Justice Department reached a tentative agreement to settle the historic antitrust case. State attorneys general review terms, with a five year consent decree and possible two year extension. Shares fell 73 cents to $58.15 on Nasdaq.
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High normal blood pressure raises heart risks, study finds
Boston University researchers report that blood pressure readings just below the high blood pressure threshold substantially raise the 10 year risk of heart attack stroke or heart failure. The Framingham study data show those with high normal levels are more likely to develop cardiovascular events than those with optimal readings.
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Schools mark Halloween in different manners
District policy requires Halloween to be a secular observance. Riverside and Woodlawn did not allow costumes while Prairie Park and East Heights tied costumes to academic projects. Riverside hosted dancers and pumpkin activities. Langston Hughes staged parades for photos. Pinckney led a long parade to hospital and back. Hillcrest offered library alternative. Woodlawn held a fall party with a neighborhood parade. local board member Morgan noted balancing Santa Claus and the Great Pumpkin with civil liberties.
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