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Hotel Niagara Condemned
 It turns out, big plans for the historic Hotel Niagara may be just be that-- plans.
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Pothole Killer Returns to the Falls
 The Pothole Killer makes a return to The Falls despite an unsuccessful go-around last winter. [more...] |
Governor Orders Flags to Half Staff for Fallen Soldier
 21-year-old Army Specialist Alan Dikcis was killed last week in Afghanistan.
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Starks Ready for the NFL
 Niagara Falls native and former UB star running back James Starks is ready to prove he belongs in the NFL. Starks had an impressive showing at the annual NFL combine and is confident he can play at the next level.
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Hundreds Rally to Keep State Parks Open
 Hundreds of people gathered in front of the state Capitol on Wednesday to rally against Gov. David Paterson's proposal to close 55 of the state's 213 parks and historical sites. [more...] |
New York Offers $12 Billion In Optional Medicaid Coverage
 New York state, in the midst of a budget crisis, offers $12 billion in Medicaid services that are not required by the federal government.
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Suspects Confess in Series of "Zip-Tie" Hold-ups
 An alert citizen is credited with reporting a suspicious vehicle that led Town of Tonawanda Police to arrest two men suspected in a series of robberies over the past several weeks.
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"We Need To Do This".
 With state cupboards bare, Niagara Falls area septuagenarian ready to role up sleeves to stage grand parade to mark 125th Anniversary of nation's oldest state park. [more...] |
Appliance Rebate Program Extended
 If you couldn't get to an appliance store before Sunday and thought you missed out on a rebate for upgrading to an energy-efficient appliance, don't fret. [more...] |
Lawmakers Want Law to Prevent Income Tax Refund Delays
 The state would have to provide income-tax refunds within at least 30 days after a taxpayer files a return under legislation sponsored by Sen. George Winner, R-Elmira, and Assemblyman Richard Brodsky, D-Greenburgh, Westchester County. [more...] |
Carbon Monoxide Detectors Mandatory as of Monday
 Starting Monday, a new law will go into effect requiring carbon-monoxide detectors in nearly all New York homes, condominiums, dormitories and other residences. [more...] |
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Gov. Says Legislature to Blame if Refund Checks are Delayed
Paterson says they failed the people of New York in December by refusing to cut spending and address the full deficit then, forcing him to delay aid payments to keep the state solvent. Send Gov. Paterson your thoughts [more...] |
New Passport Office Will Open in WNY
 A new, comprehensive one stop shop passport facility will soon open at the historic Genesee Gateway Complex in Buffalo. [more...] |
Botched Housing Project Gets More Money
 Back in November, our Dave McKinley told you about the Hope VI project that's been plagued with problems. In fact, five months after it started, crews had to stop working and tear down what they built because they were building on a dumping ground.
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Dog Attacks Police Officer Responding to Burglary Call
 A Niagara Falls police officer suffered at least eight bite wounds when attacked by a dog while responding to a burglary in progress call Monday morning.
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Swiss Chalet Closing Remaining WNY Restaurants
 Plans call for the restaurants, located at 1551 Niagara Falls Boulevard in Amherst and 4757 Transit Road in Depew, to shut down by the end of the month.
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Man Who Faked Suicide Over the Internet Gets Community Service
 Court officials say a 21-year-old western New York man whose faked Internet suicide alarmed chat-room viewers overseas must do 30 hours of community service and charges against him will be dismissed if he stays out of trouble.
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Help the Food Bank of WNY With the Pound For Pound Challenge
.jpg) There's a way that you can help the Food Bank of Western New York without spending a dime!
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WNY Offers Limited Help To Cities Hit By Big Snows
 Transportation types in Western New York can offer sage advice and counsel, but no equipment to East Coast Cities due for more snow.
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Mayor of Niagara Falls Wants More than $100 Million from NYPA
Mayor Paul Dyster of Niagara Falls is requesting $100 million for tourism development. The money would come from the New York Power Authority.
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Powerball to kickoff in New York State
Lottery players in New York State now have the power to win big jackpots on more nights of the week. Powerball joins the lottery family with two drawings a week on Channel 2. [more...] |
New Ice Rink Open in Niagara Falls
 Ice skaters, sharpen your skates. The DeVeaux Ice Rink is now open.
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NEXUS Extends Hours for Sabres Game Nights
 From now on, all NEXUS Lanes entering Canada will extend their hours during Sabres games. The NEXUS program allows pre-approved and low-risk travelers to cross the border with minimal questioning.
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H1N1 Shots in Niagara County
 The Niagara County Health Department stresses that there is still a real need for people to become immunized against the H1N1 and seasonal flu viruses.
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Exercise for the Mind at the Vancouver Olympics
 At this year's 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver, visitors will have more things to do than just watch sports.
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Tops Purchase of Penn Traffic Stores a Done Deal
 Tops Friendly Markets has bought Penn Traffic's 79 supermarkets in the Northeast and will not close any right away.
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Paterson Wants to Cut Big Money Jobs on State Parole Board
 The New York State Parole Board -- whose members make $101,600 each for the politically appointed posts -- would be cut from 19 members to 13 members under a proposal by Gov. David Paterson. [more...] |
Flu Clinics in Niagara County
 Tomorrow there are already 1,000 people registered for a free seasonal and H1N1 flu clinic being held inside Lockport High School. There are seven other clinics schedule in Niagara County over the next two months. [more...] |
Dogs Seized from Wheatfield Home and Kennel
 A Wheatfield woman is in trouble tonight for having an unsafe home and running an unsafe kennel.
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Falls Worker Charged with Selling Drugs on the Job is Fired
 An employee with the Niagara Falls City Water Department has been fired after being charged last week with dealing drugs while on the job.
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New York Far Behind Other States in Race for High Speed Rail Money
 New York finished an unimpressive eighth Thursday in the race to share $8 billion in federal money to develop high-speed passenger rail service.
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Niagara Falls State of the City
 The Mayor of Niagara Falls announced the State of the Cataract City is strong and restless. [more...] |
Niagara Falls Sheds New Light on Solar Power Initiative
 Mayor Paul Dyster joined together with Richard Kessel from the New York Power Authority (NYPA) and other local lawmakers Thursday to announce plans to install 100 megawatts of solar power throughout New York State.
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New York Gets $151 Million for High Speed Rail
The Obama administration is awarding New York $151 million to develop high-speed passenger rail service, New York lawmakers said Wednesday. [more...] |
Niagara Falls Aiport announces direct flights to Newark
 Niagara Falls International Airport announces daily direct flights to Newark, New Jersey.
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New York Wineries Upset by Double Standard
 Canadians who visit any of New York's 255 wineries are allowed to bring home two bottles per person duty-free. But the price of wine bought in the U.S. almost doubles with duties and excise taxes imposed by the Ontario government if a Canadian returns home with more than two bottles. [more...] |
Local Reservists Return From Haiti
 Members of the 914th Airlift Wing, Air Force Reserve and the 107th Airlift Wing, New York Air National Guard are back from a relief mission in Haiti.
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Funding for Culinary Institute Unchanged
 Plans to put a college culinary institute inside a Niagara Falls mall, instead of a hotel, will not cost Niagara County any additional money.
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Audit Finds Problems at Niagara Falls Public Library
 The audit says the board failed to provide proper stewardship of library operations, set an example to staff, or fulfill its fiduciary responsibilities.
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How to Help the People in Haiti
 Western New Yorkers donated $150,000 to the American Red Cross Friday night, during a 2 On Your Side live phone bank to help Haiti.
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Falls Police Looking for Killer
 Niagra Falls Police are searching for a suspect in their first homicide of the year.
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Robbery Possible Motive in Niagara Falls Homicide
Around 7:30 p.m. Monday night, Niagara Falls Police responded to the call of a deceased person in an apartment on Ontario Ave.
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Siena Poll: Small Support For State Legislature & Governor
 Latest voter survey also sees Governor Paterson's favorability rating rise for the third straight month; although 60% would still rather see "someone else" win the next election.
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Niagara Falls Schools Celebrate Martin Luther King's Dream
 Friday is the birthday of a man who broke down racial barriers. On the eve of that day, students in Niagara Falls celebrated Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
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Falls Boy Donates Hair to Locks of Love
 A Niagara Falls boy grew out his hair for 2-1/2 years, then had it chopped off Thursday to donate to Locks of Love.
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Legislators Battle Falls Bridge Commission In Court
 Two Niagara County Legislators are suing the Niagara Falls Bridge Commission. They are asking a federal judge to force the Commission to honor the Freedom of Information laws.
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WNY iPhone App Moving Forward
 iPhone users may soon have information about the Buffalo-Niagara Region at their fingertips.
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Outdoor Concerts Will Return to Hard Rock Cafe in the Falls
City leaders say the concerts are a form of economic development, drawing thousands downtown and boosting parking revenue as well. [more...] |
State Tax Amnesty Program to Start Friday
 The Penalty and Interest Discount Program offers big discounts to eligible parties with tax liabilities that are at least three years old.
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New York City Billionaire Meets With Schumer And Dyster About Falls
A top level meeting was held Friday in New York City that could have a significant impact on the future of downtown Niagara Falls.
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Plans Afoot To Bring Back Niagara Falls, NY Festival Of Lights
 Tall task awaits those seeking a re-birth for what was once Western New York's premier winter time event.
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Thruway Tolls on the Rise Again
 Tolls on the state Thruway will increase 5 percent on Sunday, the last of a series of toll hikes in recent years on the 641-mile system.
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Celebrity Sighting: Actress Heather Morris In Niagara Falls
Heather Morris from FOX TV's Glee wows young audience in Niagara Falls. [more...] |
Falls Area Reservist Heading To Afghanistan
 Local plumber and Navy Reserve Utilities Man 1st Class Duane Hawk given warm send off by friends and co-workers. [more...] |
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State Parks Near Financial Disaster
The State budget crisis has forced the State Parks System into five rounds of budget cuts that may force the closing of local parks if more funding is cut.
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Wait Till You See This Place
For generations it stood as the tallest building in Niagara Falls, NY. More recently it stood before millions of tourists as an abandoned eyesore. Six years and $10 million later, the former United Office Building is anything but that. [more...] |
Niagara Falls Airport Terminal Opens To Rave Reviews
 NFTA Chairman: "This community has waited a lifetime for this day."
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You Paid For It: Bill For Governor's Attorney Is $1 Million
 New York taxpayers are on the hook for $1 million to a law firm that represented Gov. David Paterson in his fight to appoint a lieutenant governor.
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Paterson Signs Shadow Government Bill Into Law
The legislation marks the end of a five-year effort to shine the light on what critics call New York's "shadow government."
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Low Border Traffic Prompts Passport Alternative Push
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Gay Marriage Advocates to Target NY Senators who Voted "No"
 Locally, State Senator Antoine Thompson (D-Buffalo) was the only lawmaker to vote "yes."
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Niagara Falls' NBA Star Jonny Flynn Plays In Toronto
 Jonny is clearly enjoying himself, taking on future Hall of Famers on the court who he was watching on TV just six months ago.
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Mayor Fights For Two Six Figure Jobs; Cites Progress in Falls
 As part of the budget process, the Common Council amended the Mayor's budget and cut the City Administrator's pay by $40,000 dollars.
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Aquarium of Niagara Plans Expansion
 The Aquarium of Niagara is making plans for a major expansion.
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New York Clerk Raises Concern about New Plates
 There's some concern over whether or not lawmakers have actually withdrawn the measure that requires vehicle owners to buy new license plates.
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Slim Fast® Recall
 The recall affects all Slim-Fast® ready-to-drink products in cans.
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Lake Snow Advisory Cancelled
 The Lake Effect Snow Advisory for Niagara, Erie Orleans and Genesee counties has been cancelled. However, there will still be light snow in those areas. Send us your snow photos
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Thousands Of Temporary Census Jobs Coming To WNY
 Thousands of temporary jobs are coming to WNY in January of 2010 for the U.S. Census Bureau, jobs paying from 9 to 20 dollars per hour.
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Congress Seeks Answers on Delphi Pensions
 Lawmakers and Delphi retirees reacted with outrage and confusion Wednesday to last summer's decision by General Motors to fully finance some retirees' pensions but not others. [more...] |
Help Niagara Falls Senior Win a Rudy Award!
 A Niagara Falls High School Senior is trying to win a national competition in the face of a personal crisis. Help Anthony Braham win a Rudy Award for college scholarship money.
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Holding People In Power Accountable: Niagara Falls
About a year ago, 2 On Your Side aired a special half hour investigation comparing the two Niagara Falls. 2 On Your Side's Scott Brown looks at what has happened since then.
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Unique Places; Goat Island In Niagara Falls, NY!
It's just one reporter's humble opinion, ... but WGRZ's Dave McKinley believes the best view of Niagara Falls is from the American side.
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Buffalo Fans Frustrated by Elton John & Billy Joel's Postponement
 Fans of Elton John & Billy Joel will have to wait once again for their Buffalo concert. Those looking for refunds will have to eat fees.
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Be a Hero for People in Need During the Holidays
 Now that the holidays are here, you can be a hero for people in need.
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Over Two Million Cribs Being Recalled
 The agency is aware of four deaths of young children who suffocated in the cribs, which have a side that moves up and down to allow parents to lift children from the cribs more easily.
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Missing Man's Body Found After Search in Niagara County
At around 8 p.m. Saturday, the Niagara County Sheriff's Office recieved a call for a possible lost person in the wooded area around Meyers Lake.
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HGTV Needs Local Families for Reality Show
 Producers for the Home and Garden Television Network need young families, who like to decorate for the holidays, to sign up.
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Food 2 Families
 The one day food drive for the Food Bank of Western New York will take place on Friday, December 11th at six different Tops markets locations.
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Midnight Madness Event Kicks Off Black Friday
 Doors at the Fashion Outlets in Niagara Falls open at 11PM for a pre-shopping party and all stores open at Midnight.
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Falls School District Defends Costly Meals in NYC
 The went to New York City on business and had a nice dinner on the taxpayer's dime. Now the Niagara Falls School District says it's changing its policy to make sure board members and employees spend less on meals. [more...] |
WNY Food Pantries Facing Shortages
 Some food pantries across Western New York may not have the resources to help those in need this Thanksgiving. Charities say tough economic times have forced donors to limit help they used to provide. Channel 2's Andy Pierrotti explains how you can be a hero
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Police Have Robbery Suspect; Now Looking for Victim
 In an unusal twist, Niagara Falls police have the man they believe responsible for robbing an elderly woman and throwing her to the ground. What they don't have is the elderly woman.
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Teen Struck and Killed in Lockport
 Lockport Police are investigating a fatal pedestrian accident Tuesday.
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Paterson Says License Plate Fee Was "Revenue Grab"
 So much for that reflectivity argument. Governor David Paterson today said that the controversial new $25 fee on license plates was nothing more than a "revenue grab".
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Fatal Falls Fire Blamed on Unattended Cooking
 Tests show the home's stove was already on fire when the blaze was discovered and reported.
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New Life For Old Mall
 The Rainbow Centre Mall, which has been vacant for nearly a decade, is scheduled to become the new home of Niagara County Community College's Culinary Institute.
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A Blossom of Hope in Niagara County
 The Niagara Floral Center and Greenhouse serves 125 people with physical and mental disabilities each week. You can help support the program this holiday season.
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Congress Allowed To Use Inside Info To Invest in Stocks
 For a group often criticized for being out of touch with what's happening on Main Street, some argue Congress seems to be deeply in touch with what will soon happen on Wall Street, especially when compared to the average investor.
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1 Month Until New Falls Airport Opens
Will the new terminal really help things take off, ...or is the NFTA spending money on a wing and a prayer? [more...] |
City Responds To Suit Filed By Former Mayor's Brother
 There's new information involving a public skirmish caught on camera during a Niagara Falls City Council meeting two years ago.
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Niagara Falls Police Department Investigating Homicide
 Niagara Falls Police Officers responded to a report of shots fired at 1:15 a.m. Saturday morning in the area of Main St. and Niagara Ave.
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Unknown Stories: Long Lost Episode of Rt.66
 How a haunting and ironic twist of fate resulted in the decision to pre-empt a program shot on location in Niagara Falls, NY.
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Falls New Year's Eve Celebration Gets Big Boost
The Falls City Council voted unanimously to dedicate the money from the city's share of casino revenue to sponsor an outdoor concert and ball drop in partnership with the Hard Rock Cafe.
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Tough Questions for the Man who Controls Your Stimulus Money
 2 On Your Side's Pete Gallivan recently took a trip to Albany to ask the man who controls where your stimulus dollars go tough questions about how the money is being spent.
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Niagara County Votes to Downsize Legislature
 Niagara County residents passed a proposition election night to downsize the number of legislators representing them.
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Local Health System CEOs Warn Senators About Cuts
 Health care advocates say cuts proposed by Governor Paterson to trim the state's deficit could cause local hospitals to close and patients to lose services.
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2 On Your Side Investigation: Hope VI
Does this public housing project reflect hope, ...or hopelessness? It depends who you ask.
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New Airport Lands New Flights
 The new Niagara Falls International Airport terminal has finally landed its first carrier for an inaugural flight to take off in mid-December.
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After Revoking Pension Benefits, Comptroller has to Pay them Back
 After issuing more than a dozen press releases since 2008 touting his crackdown on alleged fraud in the state pension system by private attorneys, Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli has quietly restored the benefits to the 62 attorneys who had them revoked. [more...] |
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