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Thousands of Tacos Delivered to Connecticut Mayor After Controversial Remark

Joseph Maturo told a reporter he “might have tacos” to help the Hispanic community. Soon after, he was inundated with complaints — and Mexican food.

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In This Recession, Even a Police Dog Got Laid Off

A harsh economic climate has negatively affected cities and municipal services across the country. But the downturn hit home for a five-year-old German Shepherd named Daro earlier this month.