A Chicago Police Officer Helping the Hungry
The Chicago Police Department praised Sergeant B. Hagarty for his act of kindness. It's really an effortless act, but heartwarming.
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18 years old and homeless, Griffin Furlong to graduate as valedictorian: http://t.co/RFhI7XJZFz #AmericaStrong pic.twitter.com/DISejPzYbJ
— ABC News (@ABC) May 30, 2014
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by Bernie Fallon
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Overcoming Obstacles:
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