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Trump Tells OPM to Take Direct Role in Disciplining Employees of Other Agencies; Focus on Suitability

WASHINGTON, D.C. (FEDweek) — President Trump has ordered OPM to take a direct role in disciplining employees of other agencies by invoking “suitability” considerations…

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Domestic violence survivor speaks in support of proposed changes to state’s Discovery Law

ROCHESTER, NY (WHEC) — Proposed changes to New York’s Discovery Law could help domestic abuse survivors by ensuring alleged abusers face justice. The law, originally…

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Teacher arrested on criminal possession of a weapon charges

GUILDERLAND, NY (WTEN) — Two arrests made in two Capital Region cities connected to one teacher. 53-year-old Akili-Abdul Duncan was arrested Thursday by the Guilderland…

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Northville coach charged with harassment following hair-pulling video

NORTHVILLE, NY (WRGB) — An investigation is now underway following a now viral moment caught on camera at a girls High School basketball game. Former Northville coach Jim…

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Fired Federal Workers Stuck in Limbo After Judges Order Return

WASHINGTON, D.C. (Bloomberg Law) — Thousands of probationary federal employees reinstated to their positions via court orders aren’t back to work, as the administration…

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Schenectady SPCA advises public to pet shop responsibly

SCHENECTADY, NY (WTEN) — The Schenectady County SPCA is warning the public to be careful when purchasing a pet. Despite a 2024 law, humane law enforcement says shoppers must…

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Domestic violence survivor speaks in support of proposed changes to state’s Discovery Law

ROCHESTER, NY (WHEC) — Proposed changes to New York’s Discovery Law could help domestic abuse survivors by ensuring alleged abusers face justice. The law, originally…

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How to handle a layoff (the legal version)

WASHINGTON, D.C. (Tribune Content Agency) — DEAR READER: If you lose your job, what are your rights during layoff conversations and how should you handle a termination…

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Revoking Security Clearances: How Bad Could It Get for Lawyers?

WASHINGTON, D.C. (Bloomberg Law) — Washington lawyer Mark Zaid’s security clearance gives him access to information, like whether a client works for the Central…

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Trump administration now says it’s up to federal agencies if they want to dismiss probationary employees

WASHINGTON, D.C. (CNN) — In wake of legal pushback, the Trump administration today revised a memo about probationary federal employees, specifying that agencies choose…

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