Hocus-pocus charged in mental patient work plan
Sacramento California officials battle Labor Department over applying the Fair Labor Standards Act to state hospital work therapy programs for mentally ill and retarded patients. Mario Obledo urges a joint federal suit to stop the move arguing it intrudes on treatment and doctor patient relations and could cost California millions in wages and back pay.
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New England Snow Hits Hard as Winter Arrives
A Boston weatherman notes heavy snowfall as winter begins with parts of New Hampshire receiving up to 21 inches. New Jersey and Connecticut elementary schools close, while Northern states report subfreezing temps and scattered storms across the country.
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