Teacher Strike Forces Tacoma, WA Schools to Remain Closed for Sixth Day
A teacher strike in Tacoma, Washington, has forced the city’s schools to remain closed for a sixth day. The teachers have decided to continue the strike despite a court order to return to work. Key issues for the striking teachers include pay, class size and how job transfers are handled.
Occupy Wall Street Protests Persist amid 6 Arrests
In New York City, hundreds of activists remain camped out in the Financial District for a fourth day as part of an action called “Occupy Wall Street.” Police made six arrests on Monday mostly during an impromptu march on Wall Street. Jason Amadi was one of the protesters arrested.
Insurers Could Avoid Bulk of Irene Costs
Overall, experts say Hurricane Irene will prove to be one of the costliest disasters in U.S. history, with damages of up to $10 billion. There are growing concerns most effected residents will be left to cover the bill, as standard insurance plans generally cover damage caused by wind, but not by flooding. A review by the Kinetic Analysis Corporation says insurers may end up covering less than 40 percent of the costs because of a lack of flood insurance and a sharp increase in deductibles in coastal areas.