Dan Sciury dies at 81 longtime labor leader and fellow unionist
Dan Sciury, longtime president of United Steelworkers Local 5260 and Hall of Fame Central Labor Council AFL-CIO, died Friday at 81. He led labor efforts for over five decades, remembered as a straight shooter who fought to raise living standards for workers building and maintaining the community. Our View honors his 50 years of leadership and lasting legacy.
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FCC approves 988 hotline to aid distressed callers
The FCC backed a three digit National death by own action Prevention Hotline code to reach trained personnel. By 2020 callers can dial 988 for immediate help, similar to police or fire numbers, ensuring quick access to assistance for those in crisis.
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Reader poll highlights driving annoyances and porch piracy
Friday's poll asks readers to choose the biggest driving pet peeve with options including tailgaters and rude drivers. The poll totals show 18 percent overall. Today's poll invites readers to submit prevention tips for porch piracy via IndeOnline.com.
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Impeachment push undercut by claims of political motives
Rep. Bob Gibbs argues the impeachment inquiry is driven by Democratic anger over 2016 election results and aims to weaken President Trump. He criticizes House leaders for rushing proceedings and accuses them of weaponizing investigations, citing reliance on anonymous testimony and the administrative state.
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Jim Mapes of Jackson Township questions voters about supporting a four time draft dodger and public figures criticized for disrespecting veterans. He condemns political figures including Jim Jordan and voices concern over alleged past actions and treatment of service members.
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