FX Harsono's Rebellious, Critical Voice Against 'Big Power' in Indonesia
For the past four decades, Mr. Harsono has provided a critical voice against political and social oppression in Indonesia.
Man, woman lead police on 2 chases during crime spree
Colorado Springs police arrested a man Thursday suspected in a Bonnie-and-Clyde-style crime spree, car-jacking a taxi cab driver, robbing a fast-food restaurant and stealing another vehicle, all while leading police and sheriff’s deputies on a...
Truck With $70M In Lottery Tickets Burns
A semitrailer containing lottery tickets crashes and catches fire on Interstate 75 in Central Florida.
Arvada police nab 3 in Smiling Moose burglaries
OUR VIEW: Mayor Rivera, take those PETA cans and... (vote in poll)
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All in the Family
The State AA boys and girls basketball tournament began Thursday at Billings Metra.
Sixteen teams from across the state are vying for the state title, and for some local schools the basketball tourney is a family affair.
Convicted child killer Schoenborn 'isn't really nuts,' captor says
Hailed a hero for capturing a convicted child killer, Kim Robinson stands by his decision to turn Allan Schoenborn in rather than take justice into his own hands.
Springs police nab man in string of robberies
Florida reform school probe ends with no arrests
Their stories were chilling: Students at a reform school recounted beatings and sexual assaults at the hands of school administrators and other employees who were supposed to be taking care of them.
Episcopal Diocese sues Fresno parish
The Episcopal Diocese of San Joaquin filed a lawsuit Thursday against St. Columba’s, a northwest Fresno parish that has joined dozens of other churches in seceding from the national Episcopal Church.
Human Trafficking Investigation in SW Fresno
UPDATE: SUSPECT ARRESTED ON WARRANT, DONALD SYKES. MAN SUSPECTED OF PIMPING IS CATRAYEL LOVE. 43. Fresno County Sheriff's detectives and Fresno Police filled a southwest Fresno neighborhood Thursday morning for an investigation into human trafficking. Two people were arrested on various allegations. The multi-agency investigation spans three months. The women who were allegedly sold for sex are being tracked down.
Court: 'Under God' In Pledge Is Constitutional
In a 2-1 ruling, the 9th U.S. Court of Appeals ruled Thursday that the phrase "under God" in the Pledge of Allegiance is constitutional, rejecting arguments by Sacramento atheist Michael Newdow that the phrase violates the separation between church and state.
Injury accident on Highway 16 and Beacon Light Road
EAGLE -- Ada County is responding to an injury crash near Beacon Light Rd. and Highway 16.
An extraction unit was called but it is unclear how many people were injured and the extent of the injuries sustain.
We are following this story and will bring you developments as they become available.
Governor signs bill to fund road projects, create jobs
The new law will create up to 1,000 new jobs by extending an existing tax to finance road projects, according to the governor. At today's meeting of the Regional Transportation Commission, officials said the funds would create 2,000 jobs in Clark County.
Infant body found in travel bag
Last suspect in kidnapping and assault arrested by Mobile police
Khari Johnson is accused of beating a 52-year-old man with sticks and a metal object at a home in the 800 block of Montfort Road, off Zeigler Boulevard.
Infant Survives Rollover Crash
An infant was unharmed in a four-car crash in Orange City.
Medical examiner said Slippery Rock woman likely killed by wolves
The Alaska State Medical Examiner concluded today that a Slippery Rock woman whose body was found in the woods of a remote Alaskan village likely died from being attacked by wolves.
Gas Line Explodes Near Chandler
A high pressure gas line exploded south of Hwy 66 just west of Chandler.
Free tax filing is available
And this year, more people may need the help because of new tax credits that can be worth thousands of dollars
Families Want Trant Reinstated
Jamie Young has never met Dr. Collie Trant, but she and her mother are two of several people fighting to see him restored to his job as Oklahoma's chief medical examiner.
Tulsa Finally Gets Buyer For Old City Hall
The Snyder family, who recently renovated the Mayo Hotel, has offered $1 million for the former Tulsa City Hall which has been vacant since 2008.
Mob Museum gets $220,000 grant from state commission
CARSON CITY – The conversion of the Post Office in Las Vegas to the so-called Mob Museum has received a $220,000 grant from the state Commission for Cultural Affairs.
Miss. school prom off after lesbian's date request
A student says a Mississippi school board that canceled a high school prom did so in retaliation for a question she asked them
No. 20 Cowgirls Hold Off Kansas
Andrea Riley scores 37 points, Toni Young adds 16 and No. 20 Oklahoma State puts away Kansas 76-69 on Thursday in the first round of the Big 12 tournament.
Bill Clinton Plans OKC Visit
Former President Bill Clinton is planning another trip to Oklahoma City in April.
Get A Free High School Education Online Through Oklahoma Virtual Academy
For those seeking an alternative high school education, representatives of the Oklahoma Virtual Academy were in Tulsa today answering questions about their online program.
State Prison Escapee Sought In The Tulsa Area
U.S. Marshals are looking for prison escapee Steve Joe Brown in the Tulsa area.
Tulsa Police Reach Out To Hispanic Crime Victims
Tulsa police are working to gain the Hispanic community's trust. They say criminals know the Hispanic community is generally reluctant to report a crime and count on that.
Oologah-Talala Soccer Suspended
The members of the board of the Oologah-Talala Soccer Club voted to suspend operations until classes resume at the school on March 22nd.
Property Near BOK Center To Be Developed
The Tulsa Development Authority approved plans on Thursday to develop land at Third and Denver, across the street from the BOK Center.
Muskogee School Using FEMA Money To Build Safe Room
Students at one Muskogee Public School will be safer during severe weather thanks to a safe room that will be built on to the school.
Tulsa Artist's Show And Sale Devoted To Haiti Relief
Melissa Key, a Tulsa artist, has been creating paintings for a special show and sale to benefit earthquake victims in Haiti. The public has a chance to purchase her work on Friday. Melissa Key Gallery
Daly City man accused of running down victim
A third suspect has been arrested in a Daly City killing last month in which the weapon was an SUV. Daly City resident Matthew Sean Mouton, 20, was arrested Wednesday evening in Richmond and charged with murder, Daly City police said.
Welcome to 1936 -- Meet the Dog Sack
If Video Games Invaded Famous Paintings
Are video games art? Well, one could argu... screw that. We're not even going to attempt to enter that minefield.
Tim Weiner Discusses the History of the CIA
Dutch nurses’ union: Care does not include sex
A union representing Dutch nurses will launch a national campaign Friday against demands for sexual services by patients who claim it should be part of their standard care.
Northeast Sheriff's Office Crime Tracker for March 4-10
This is a partial list of service calls reported March 4-10 to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office. Questions about a specific event should be directed to the department at (813) 247-8200.
Man punched little children in head for fun, police say
Caught in the act at his local Walmart last night, Ralph Conone admitted that for months he'd been punching children in the backs of their heads with his keys in his fist, Columbus police said today.
The 68-year-old grandfather also told them why, police said: He simply got a kick out of it.
Officer hit by car near Reliant Park
A off-duty deputy constable was hit by a vehicle near Reliant Park Thursday evening
Five soldiers remembered at Carson memorial service
Three soldiers who were killed in February when an explosives-laden motorcyclist attacked a security checkpoint in Afghanistan were among those honored Thursday at a memorial for fallen soldiers.
The service at Fort Carson’s Soldiers’ Memorial...
Police: K2 Found At Edmond School
Police say a Edmond North High School student admitted using a form of synthetic marijuana.
Hit and run on Meridian Street leaves man in critical condition
BELLINGHAM A hit and run collision on Guide Meridian late Wednesday night, March 10, has left a 66-year-old man in critical condition, according to the Bellingham Police Department.
Maple Falls man arrested after foot chase near Mount Baker Highway
EVERSON - Whatcom County Sheriff deputies arrested a Maple Falls man wanted for several felony warrants after a hour-long foot chase Wednesday, March 10.
Rep. Ericksen to seek retiring Brandland's Senate seat
State Rep. Doug Ericksen has announced he will not seek re-election in the House so he can vie for retiring Sen. Dale Brandland's seat in the other chamber down in Olympia.
Maple Falls man arrested after foot chase near Mount Baker Highway
EVERSON - Whatcom County Sheriff deputies arrested a Maple Falls man wanted for several felony warrants after a hour-long foot chase Wednesday, March 10.
Rep. Ericksen to seek retiring Brandland's Senate seat
State Rep. Doug Ericksen has announced he will not seek re-election in the House so he can vie for retiring Sen. Dale Brandland's seat in the other chamber down in Olympia.
Sygitowicz first to announce run at Whatcom County Council seat
Theresa Sygitowicz has announced her intention to fill the remainder of Whatcom County Councilman Bob Kelly's term, after he resigned in 2009.
Sygitowicz first to announce run at Whatcom County Council seat
Theresa Sygitowicz has announced her intention to fill the remainder of Whatcom County Councilman Bob Kelly's term, after he resigned in 2009.
Hit and run on Meridian Street leaves man in critical condition
BELLINGHAM A hit and run collision on Guide Meridian late Wednesday night, March 10, has left a 66-year-old man in critical condition, according to the Bellingham Police Department.
Attorney Of Roethlisberger's Friend Speaks Out
The attorney for one of Ben Roethlisberger's bodyguards is talking about what his client saw the night the Steelers quarterback was accused of sexual assault.
Alabama AG Troy King cleared by grand jury
Attorney General Troy King said today that a federal grand jury investigation involving his office has been closed and that no indictments were filed. King, a Republican seeking re-election this year, said he was informed by Joyce Vance, the U.S....
Police: Woman Stabbed Boyfriend
Police arrest a woman whose boyfriend says stabbed him.
Report: Mother convicted of criminally negligent homicide in death of son
Crystal Finnegan was driving her children home in 2008 when she lost control of her pickup truck and struck a church bus carrying Kentucky students.
8 Outrageous Frauds Involving Phony Online Degrees
Widespread marketing and misrepresentation have resulted in a glut of phony degrees, and you should check any alleged accreditations against the US Department of Education Database.
Kansas Becomes 1st State to Ban K2 (Synthetic Marijuana)
As expected, Kansas Gov. Mark Parkinson signed a bill banning the active chemicals in K2 synthetic marijuana. JWH-018 and JWH-O73 are now schedule I controlled substances in Kansas, illegal to possess, use or sell.
Muslim Website Calls for 'Sharia' Islamic Law in Ireland
Townships seek county help in regulating gambling parlors
Storefront gambling parlors are a common sight in Springfield and Coventry townships. Too common, according to township leaders.
DYER: 'Distraction' redefined in Florida
Every time we turn around, they want to take away more of our rights (smiley face goes here). Police in the Florida Keys are not happy with a driver who has introduced yet another wrinkle to the ongoing problem of ''distracted driving.''
Two men arrested at E. Smith Road home on suspicion of cocaine dealing
Two men were arrested on suspicion of dealing cocaine from an East Smith Road home Wednesday, March 10 - including one who posted bail on a cocaine-possession charge March 1.
Two men arrested at E. Smith Road home on suspicion of cocaine dealing
Two men were arrested on suspicion of dealing cocaine from an East Smith Road home Wednesday, March 10 - including one who posted bail on a cocaine-possession charge March 1.
Swimmer From Sunnyvale Missing In Oahu
Honolulu police said a tattered pair of black shorts found at Papailoa Beach on Oahu's North Shore belong to a missing swimmer.
Sen. Reid's wife breaks back in wreck
The wife and daughter of Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid were injured Thursday in a highway accident, a spokesman for the senator from Nevada said.
Dobson forced to sign off before he was ready, source says
A prominent evangelical created a firestorm this week by saying that Focus on the Family forced James Dobson out of the ministry, and that losing Dobson will probably lead to the family group’s ruin.
“Focus was stupid to lose that voice on the...
Airdogs hit the snow hard on BSU campus!
BOISE -- Crews trucked snow down from Bogus Basin to Boise State University Thursday for the 3rd annual Campus Rail Jam Tour.
Oh, and it was wicked! Airdogs everywhere doing backside 180s and dolphin turns, and some "beefed it bad."
Thirty tons of snow was dumped in the BSU parking lot and turned into a snowboarding course 20-feet tall by 100-feet long.
Top snowboarders and freeskiers from around Boise competed on the course for thousands of dollars in cash and prizes. It was sick!
Brothers found guilty of cash smuggling
Two brothers who were caught driving toward Mexico with nearly half a million dollars in a duffle bag last year have been found guilty by a federal jury in San Diego of two counts each related to bulk cash smuggling.
March Madness: The Geek Edition - NYTimes
Roethlisberger Denies He Had Sexual Intercourse With Accuser
Epic Beta Proves StarCraft 2 Will Not Suck [w/Pics]
3-D Printing Whole Buildings in Stone...in Space
Enrico Dini is building sandcastles on the moon. His giant 3-D printer is the first of its kind with the potential to print whole buildings, and it makes them out of solid rock, cutting down a thousand-year-long process into a few minutes.
Pac-10: UCLA tops Arizona to open tourney
MLS players vote to strike if no deal by March 25
Major League Soccer players voted to strike if a new labor contract isn't agreed to before the first season opener on March 25.
State Education Board Finalizes Low-Performing Schools List
The California State Board of Education voted Thursday to approve a controversial list of what are called "low-performing" schools.
Heigl to check out of ‘Grey’s Anatomy’
Gardner's parole violations didn't trigger rearrest
The man accused of raping and killing Chelsea King could have been returned to prison seven times during the three years he served on parole, but he was allowed to remain free following each violation, state prison officials confirmed today.
Ex-Conroe policeman convicted of bank robbery
NYC to pay up to $657M to settle WTC health cases (AP)
AP - New York City has agreed to pay up to $657 million to settle more than 10,000 lawsuits filed by ground zero rescue and response workers who say they were sickened by World Trade Center dust.








