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Obama’s Speech Draws Support, Protest

President Barack Obama didn’t say much about health care reform when he spoke at the Veterans of Foreign Wars convention in Phoenix on Monday, but the issue wasn’t far from the minds of protesters gathered outside.

Milwaukee Mayor Released From Hospital

Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett went home from the hospital on Monday after a man shattered his hand and knocked two of his front teeth out as the mayor tried to defend a grandmother who was screaming for someone to call 911.

Cadets fall ill at police academy

More than half of the cadets at the Albuquerque Police Academy are out sick, suffering from several respiratory illnesses, News 13 has learned.

Pet of the Week: Kirby

Meet Kirby, this week’s Pet of the Week. If you’re interested in Kirby or any other furry four-legged friend, call Animal Humane at 505-255-5523.

Couple Gets Married in Animal Shelter

Couple Gets Married in Animal Shelter: Long-time sweethearts meld their two loves — each other and homeless cats — by holding their nuptials at their local Florida animal shelter.

Are You Losing Control? – Terrence Higgins Trust Runs New Drugs Course For Gay Men, London

On Tuesday September 1, Terrence Higgins Trust (THT) is launching a course of workshops for gay men who feel they are losing control when it comes to drugs and/or alcohol. The group will take place each Tuesday for 8 weeks from 6.30 – 9pm in Central London. The ‘Are you losing control?’ group aims to help people who feel that their drug/alcohol use is having a negative impact on their lives. It is led by expert facilitators who have training to deal with addiction issues.