Judy Mendoza

Taxpayers pay millions for fed workers' student loans

usatoday.com — The perk was designed to make government jobs more appealing to those who might earn more in the private sector. But a debate is brewing about whether it's due for the chopping block. Members of Congress are not eligible for the loan repayment benefit.

County ok's cell surcharge

democratandchronicle.com — Monroe County cell phone users may soon need to pay an extra $3.60 a year - 30 cents a month - to help fund the county's 911 operations. This is a surcharge that has traditionally been applied to landline phones.

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Clippers, Celtics end negotiations over Doc Rivers

usatoday.com — The Los Angeles Clippers have ended negotiations that would have netted them Boston Celtics coach Doc Rivers and forward Kevin Garnett, according to a person with knowledge of the situation. The person spoke to USA TODAY Sports on the condition of anonymity because of the private nature of the talks.

Startup draws $15 million for iPad art

usatoday.com — FiftyThree's Paper app lands funding. (Photo: FiftyThree) SAN FRANCISCO - Apple's iPad and FiftyThree, the company behind the drawing app Paper, are positioned to turn the design world on its head. Startup FiftyThree on Tuesday announced a $15 million funding round led by Andreessen Horowitz including Highline Ventures, Thrive Capital, SV Angels, and Jack Dorsey as investors.

Pesticide use on pets prompts DEC action

democratandchronicle.com — Pesticide use on pets prompts DEC action Officials say they're taking long-delayed action to make sure pet groomers are properly trained and licensed in the use of products containing pesticides. A link to this page will be included in your message.

Small business spotlight: L-Tron Corp.

democratandchronicle.com — Small business spotlight: L-Tron Corp. L-TronCorp. is expecting sales to increase from about $8 million last year year to about $10 million this year and acquire to other companies in a year or two. A link to this page will be included in your message.