Thursday, May 23 2013 7:15 AM EDT2013-05-23 11:15:28 GMT
This letter released to Muscogee County Sheriff's office employees today raised concern to many in that department, in particular pregnant woman. The document signed by Sheriff John Darr says that "allMore >>
This letter released to Muscogee County Sheriff's office employees today raised concern to many in that department, in particular pregnant woman. The document signed by Sheriff John Darr says that "allMore >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 7:49 AM EDT2013-05-23 11:49:02 GMT
The devastation you see on the television following severe weather, like the tornado that ripped through Oklahoma, may leave some children worried or confused about the images they are seeing.More >>
The devastation you see on the television following severe weather, like the tornado that ripped through Oklahoma, may leave some children worried or confused about the images they are seeing.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 5:51 AM EDT2013-05-23 09:51:03 GMT
The American Cancer Society celebrates its 100 birthday on Wednesday May 22! The organization proudly says they have been leading the way to transform cancer from deadly to treatable for a century. OnMore >>
The American Cancer Society celebrates its 100 birthday on Wednesday May 22! The organization proudly says they have been leading the way to transform cancer from deadly to treatable for a century. OnMore >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 5:30 AM EDT2013-05-23 09:30:07 GMT
As millions of Americans focus their attention on the devastation in Oklahoma, many will feel compelled to reach out and help. But sometimes, in massive recovery efforts, people's good intentions can turnMore >>
As millions of Americans focus their attention on the devastation in Oklahoma, many will feel compelled to reach out and help.
But sometimes, in massive recovery efforts, people's good intentions can turn into a burden for workers in the trenches.More >>
PHOENIX (CBS5) -
A new mortgage ploy is surfacing in Arizona, Attorney General Tom Horne said Wednesday.
Residents are being warned about a mailing that appears to be an official legal or government document. There is no company name or return address on the envelope or the letter itself, Horne said. A call to the toll-free number in the letter reveals the company as Fresh Start, based in New York.
The letter informs homeowners that they may be eligible to join a national lawsuit or make a potential legal claim against a mortgage lender. The pitch from Fresh Start is that the homeowner must first pay $2,700 for the company to do "research" and then another $2,500 to retain a lawyer. Such up-front fees are a violation of federal regulations and Arizona consumer fraud laws, Horne said.
"Fresh Start claims to offer so-called audit services as a precursor to directing consumers to obtain legal assistance for mortgage holders who may have been victimized in the mortgage crisis," Horne said. "But they first require as much as $5,200 up front from a homeowner. This is a blatant violation of Arizona law."
Horne said it's ironic that the consumer who brought this to the attention of his office has not been victimized in the mortgage crisis, but Fresh Start indicated he may be eligible for relief anyway and should pay the initial up-front fee for "research."
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Wednesday, May 22 2013 11:21 PM EDT2013-05-23 03:21:05 GMT
After months of negotiations between several Alabama state entities, State Bill 286 is heading to the desk of Governor Robert Bentley after passing the House in a 73-28 vote Monday.More >>
After months of negotiations between several Alabama state entities, State Bill 286 is heading to the desk of Governor Robert Bentley after passing the House in a 73-28 vote Monday.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 6:21 PM EDT2013-05-22 22:21:12 GMT
(RNN) - British officials are saying one man is dead and two others were injured in a possible terrorist attack in London on Wednesday.According to BBC News, eyewitnesses said man was attacked in a streetMore >>
One man is dead after two men attacked him in broad daylight with knives and meat cleavers. More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 10:44 PM EDT2013-05-23 02:44:09 GMT
It's not every day a baby is born weighing more than a sack of potatoes, or even your average sized watermelon. But for one Columbus family it's been a year since their little – or shall we say bigMore >>
It's not every day a baby is born weighing more than a sack of potatoes, or even your average sized watermelon. But for one Columbus family it's been a year since their little – or shall we say big – bundle of joy arrived.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 11:28 PM EDT2013-05-21 03:28:09 GMT
It's a battle that Talbot County residents along Highway 208 say they've been complaining about for years. They say John Weaver can't afford to feed his horses, so he lets them starve to death. An openMore >>
It's a battle that Talbot County residents along Highway 208 say they've been complaining about for years. They say John Weaver can't afford to feed his horses, so he lets them starve to death. An openMore >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 6:38 PM EDT2013-05-22 22:38:56 GMT
Beginning in July, Stewart County will have a new superintendent of schools. Dianne Watkins was voted in by the school board to replace Floyd Fort, who is moving to Pelham City. There's been mixedMore >>
Beginning in July, Stewart County will have a new superintendent of schools. Dianne Watkins was voted in by the school board to replace Floyd Fort, who is moving to Pelham City. There's been mixedMore >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 7:15 AM EDT2013-05-23 11:15:28 GMT
This letter released to Muscogee County Sheriff's office employees today raised concern to many in that department, in particular pregnant woman. The document signed by Sheriff John Darr says that "allMore >>
This letter released to Muscogee County Sheriff's office employees today raised concern to many in that department, in particular pregnant woman. The document signed by Sheriff John Darr says that "allMore >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 12:59 AM EDT2013-05-23 04:59:06 GMT
(WTVM) -- Scott Ressmeyer and the 11 other Miracle Riders have been on a 21-day cross-country trek to raise money and awareness for Children's Miracle Network at the Medical Center. On Friday, May 24,More >>
Scott Ressmeyer and the 11 other Miracle Riders have been on a 21-day cross-country trek to raise money and awareness for Children's Miracle Network at the Medical Center.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 11:00 PM EDT2013-05-23 03:00:16 GMT
After much debate and a unanimous vote from the board, Edgewood Elementary and Marshall Middle schools will close their doors for the final time next Friday. But what happens after next week?
After much debate and a unanimous vote from the board, Edgewood Elementary and Marshall Middle schools will close their doors for the final time next Friday. But what happens after next week?
Arizona Attorney General Tom Horne
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