Mitch Snyder Homeless Advocate Dies After Hunger Strikes
Mitch Snyder, famed activist who pressured Reagan to convert a federal building into a homeless shelter and led hunger strikes, killed himself at 46. His career included a 51 day fast, a shift in Navy naming policy, and a bid to expand shelter access before a new Washington funding cut.
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Hollywood
Carol Fennelly
Reagan
Daniel Berrigan
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Danbury
Conn
Berrigans
Jack Kerouac
Fireworks accident probed in Torrington crowd injures 18
Investigators examine a black powder lift charge after a launching rack tipped over during a July Fourth display in Fuessenich Park. A 6 inch rocket veered into spectators injuring 18 and hospitalizing four. Officials note possible dislodging by a second rocket and discuss new crowd-distance rules.
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NEA backs non traditional routes to become teachers
The National Education Association voted to accept alternative certification pathways for midcareer professionals, establishing standards like bachelor degrees teacher supervision and enrollment in accredited courses. The move aims to expand access while requiring rigorous preparation and full licensure.
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Teen kills father after plotting murder for three weeks
An 18-year-old woman, Stacey Lannert, planned for three weeks to hire a killer to murder her father, Thomas Lannert, then shot him as he slept in St. Louis suburb St John. Her 15-year-old sister is charged with murder. a man linked to the plot faces charges and bond set. Prosecutors cite monetary motive and forged checks.
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