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Opinion: Obama Is Trying To Buy The Hispanic And Female Vote With Another Government Giveaway

Conveniently-timed for Obama’s reelection, the Hispanic and Women Farmers and Ranchers Claims Resolution program began September 24, 2012 – just a month-and-a-half before the election. Apparently the Obama administration did not care about this alleged injustice to females and Hispanics any time in the past three-and-a-half years. It just happened to be thought about and addressed now – just before voters pull the lever.

2012/09/27

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Opinion: Stop, Michelle Obama! The Children Are Hungry

In recent decades, the government has taken to feeding needy children to combat the negativity of trying to learn while being hungry. Now, with new Obama administration regulations on school lunches, we have a government that is causing hunger.

2012/09/26

First U.S. Case Of Mad Cow Disease In 6 Years Confirmed In Central California

The United States’ first case of mad cow disease in six years has been reported in Central California, according to USDA Chief Veterinary Officer John Clifford.

CBS2 / KCAL9–2012/04/24

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Bug Hunters Fan Across SoCal Hoping To Stop Spread Of Devastating Citrus Tree Disease

The ubiquitous backyard citrus tree, symbolic of California’s agricultural abundance, is front and center in the battle now under way to save the state’s nearly $2 billion citrus industry.

2012/04/02

Investigation Uncovers People Selling Taxpayer-Funded Food Stamps

A CBS2 News hidden-camera investigation uncovered people selling food stamps, cashing in your taxpayer money.

CBS2 / KCAL9–2012/02/16

E.Coli Concern Prompts Ground Beef Recall

A meatpacker is recalling more than 40,000 pounds of ground beef products that were shipped to institutions and distributors in California, along with 15 other states.

2011/12/17

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USDA: Some Moldy Foods Are OK To Eat

Not all moldy foods need to be thrown away. According to the United States Department of Agriculture, throwing away moldy fruits and veggies is not necessary.

CBS Los Angeles–2011/06/16

What Do Your Meat Labels Mean?

Various meat labels approved by the USDA have left many consumers confused and questioning their true meaning.

CBS2 / KCAL9–2011/05/05

USDA: Delay In Meat Sales Could Prevent Recalls

The Obama administration is aiming to prevent meat recalls by withholding meat and poultry products from grocery store shelves until government testing is complete.

2011/04/05

Trader Joe’s Packager Recalling 131,000 Pounds Of Frozen Pizzas

A California company is recalling 131,000 pounds of frozen pizza products found at Trader Joe’s stores because they contain an allergen not declared on the label.

CBS2 / KCAL9–2011/03/30

7 Tons Of E. Coli-Tainted Beef Recalled

A southern Kansas packing plant has recalled more than 7 tons of ground beef products after lab tests detected E. coli.

2011/03/10

Pico Rivera Company Recalls Ground Beef Possibly Contaminated By E. Coli

A Southern California meat producer has recalled 3,170 pounds of ground beef that might be contaminated with E. coli.

2011/02/07

Thousands Of Pounds Of Beef Recalled

A Pico Rivera company, is recalling thousands of pounds of ground beef because it could make you sick.

CBS2 / KCAL9–2011/02/05

USDA Rule Change Follows Chino Meat Packer Case

The U.S Department of Agriculture is telling slaughterhouse veterinary inspectors to ensure cattle are euthanized when they are too sick or injured to stand.

2010/12/23

USDA Rule Change Follows SoCal Slaughterhouse Case

The U.S Department of Agriculture is telling slaughterhouse veterinary inspectors to ensure cows are euthanized when they are too sick or injured to stand.

2010/12/22