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2 infants among 10 kids killed in Oklahoma tornado
When a small anti-abortion group in Iowa sought nonprofit status, the IRS asked its board to promise not to organize protests outside Planned Parenthood and demanded to know how its prayer meetings and protest signs... When a small anti-abortion group in Iowa sought nonprofit status, the Internal Revenue Service asked its board to promise not to ... (more)
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GOP questions IRS scrutiny of anti-abortion groups
When a small anti-abortion group in Iowa sought nonprofit status, the Internal Revenue Service asked its board to promise not to organize protests outside Planned Parenthood and demanded to know how its prayer meetings and protest signs were educational.
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Boy Scout leaders to vote on lifting gay ban
Councilman Eric Garcetti, who jammed with pop star Moby and fashioned himself as a voice for a new generation of city leaders, has opened a growing lead in the race for Los Angeles mayor with the pool of uncounted... When a small anti-abortion group in Iowa sought nonprofit status, the IRS asked its board to promise not to organize protests outside ... (more)
10 hrs ago | Patch.com
Over the Hump: 6 Items to Help You Through Wednesday
Are Wednesdays really so tough? Well, yes, they can be. Here, though, is to keeping things in perspective.
CREW suing IRS on nonprofit rules
A government watchdog group is suing the IRS, arguing that the agency needs to revise its internal rules on nonprofit status.
Former IRS commissioner: 'Not personally responsible' for creating the 'Be On The Lookout' list
Shulman, who served as IRS commissioner from 2008 to 2012, appeared before the Senate panel to discuss the IRS scandal Former Internal Revenue Service Commissioner Douglas Shulman said that he was "not personally responsible" for the agency's practice of placing elevated scrutiny on conservative groups that applied for nonprofit status, but that he ... (more)
How to help Oklahoma tornado victims
The search and rescue mission continues this evening after a massive tornado touched down Monday afternoon.
Analysis: Some Republicans see new scandal in Sebelius fundraising
With the White House already reeling from three major controversies, some Republican lawmakers are zeroing in on what they perceive is another possible scandal tied to President Barack Obama's landmark health reform law just as it nears implementation.
HEMET: Ovation for Casey Abrams' Hemet Theatre show
The Hemet Theatre was an ideal venue for Casey Abrams' May 18 performance. Left to right, Casey Abrams, Marshall Hawkins, Quinton Zigler.
One Fund Boston Receives Tax-Exempt Nonprofit Status
One Fund Boston has gained official tax-exempt status from the Internal Revenue Service, meaning contributions are tax-deductible. IRS Spokesperson Peggy Riley confirmed to Patch that One Fund Boston was granted official 501 status by the IRS, which is also posted on One Fund's website .
'Perfect storm' led to IRS fiasco, former employees say
The tax-exempt determinations division of the Internal Revenue Service has long been considered a bit of a dead end within the agency.
Teen wins fellowship to build site, skip college
The $100,000 Thiel Foundation fellowship James Schuler just won allows young entrepreneurs to drop out of college to pursue their business ideas - except he never got there in the first place.
Electronic Frontier Foundation again takes bitcoin donations
The Electronic Frontier Foundation has resumed accepting bitcoins donations, saying some of the legal ambiguity around the virtual currency has disappeared.
Democratic primary for Union County's 20th District is a clash of the machines
New Jersey State Senator Raymond Lesniak , shown in this file photo, is facing a primary challenge backed by the Elizabeth Board of Education State Sen.
Money tangle: The IRS and its tea party tempest
The Internal Revenue Service is feeling the sort of heat that targeted taxpayers feel from the tax agency.
Through foundation, brothers honor meaning of Memorial Day
Courtesy of Gordon Dershimer David A. Dershimer places a red silk flower bouquet at the Three Soldiers Memorial for Vietnam in Washington, D.C. At least that's the point the Dershimer brothers want to get across: they are promoting Memorial Day as a "reverent holiday to honor people who protect our freedom" by volunteering with the Memorial Day ... (more)
Nonprofit Has Tons of Success Clearing Litter from State Waterways
About this sponsorship : In honor of the 60th anniversary of Sir Edmund Hillary's historic ascent of Mount Everest, Patch and Grape-Nuts are teaming up to highlight those who inspire people around them to climb their own mountains.
Newport County Nonprofits Awarded $187,000
Twenty-eight nonprofit organizations across Newport County received grants by the Rhode Island Foundation totalling more than $187,000. The Newport County Fund supports organizations engaged in enriching arts and culture, community and economic development, education, environment, health, and human services throughout Jamestown, Little Compton, ... (more)
Political Nonprofit Skirting PA Election Law Targeted Four GOP Lawmakers Last November
By Eric Boehm | PA Independent HARRISBURG - A new political nonprofit claims to be holding Gov.
Paul Templer of Beverly Hills fought a terrific battle - and lost an arm - to a hippo in an African river.