Democrats' late push yields votes for bill
Party leaders get support of four more lawmakers but others hold back out of concern that measure would open door for federal funding of abortions.
Choosing its battle names wisely
In picking monikers such as "Barbarossa" or "shock and awe," military keeps target audience in mind.
U.S. Leaves Door Open for Iran Dialogue
In video message to Iran, Obama says U.S. is still open to diplomatic contacts despite Tehran's focus on isolation
Bill Omits Obama's Promises
Latest series of unfulfilled commitments related to president's health care proposal emerge in final bill• Pelosi Potentially Secures Votes for Health Passage• Dems Blast 'Fake' Health Care Memo Urging Silence• Health Bill Extends Wage Tax to Investments
Spurs rip Warriors 147-116
SAN ANTONIO(AP) The Golden State Warriors have lost 24 consecutive times in San Antonio, but they've never seen anything here like this.
Spring Training Capsules (AP)
AP - Stephen Strasburg allowed two solo homers and struck out eight in four innings, and the Washington Nationals beat a St. Louis Cardinals split squad 13-5 on Friday night.
35W bridge contractor settles suit for $5 million
The state will collect the money from the consultant, avoiding a trial that could have shed light on the collapse.
Democrats narrow health care hunt to a dozen votes
Seeking to cement a victory Sunday, President Obama and his allies appealed to key Democrats as abortion remained a hurdle.
One minute joking and, suddenly, shot to death in Minneapolis
Relatives of a 20-year-old man killed Wednesday in Minneapolis are grieving and wondering why.
Attorney general sues firms offering home-loan help
The Minnesota attorney general's lawsuit charges that two mortgage modification companies violated a state law that prohibits charging upfront fees.
Liberians get 3rd reprieve
A presidential order means 1,000 Liberians in Minnesota, many in Brooklyn Park and Brooklyn Center, can stay in the U.S. through September 2011.
Cities around the metro are buddying up to cut costs
No one's talking mergers, but sharing services, especially technical ones, is on the rise. Just look at Minnetonka and St. Louis Park. Or Falcon Heights and its neighbors.
Obama appeals to Iranian people in Internet video
In a fresh appeal directly to the Iranian people, President Barack Obama says in an online video that the United States wants more educational and cultural exchanges for their students and better access to the Internet to give them a more hopeful future.
Expert to examine Toyota involved in fatal St. Paul crash
County attorney's office arranges outside inspection, which will not affect a meeting Monday with Koua Fong Lee's defense attorney.
Sarkozy's party braces for electoral wipeout (AP)
AP - President Nicolas Sarkozy's party braced for a potential electoral wipeout in Sunday's final round of regional elections, which an alliance of the rival left hopes will give it a national sweep and a staging ground for 2012 presidential voting.
Student’s English assignment shuts down school in northeastern B.C.
Calm has returned to a northeastern B.C. school after a police investigation revealed that an alarming letter posted throughout the school was actually a student’s English assignment. Classes were cancelled at North Peace Senior Secondary School in Fort St. John on Friday, after a staff member found a suspicious letter posted throughout the school the evening before.
Maryland Moves On After 89-77 Defeat Of Houston
Maryland guard Greivis Vasquez, the ACC player of the year, helped lead his team to the next round of the NCAA Tournament.
Cal rips Louisville 77-62 to win its NCAA Tournament opener
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Cal's little lineup drove Louisville crazy Friday night at the NCAA Tournament.
Rare Hawaiian monk seal lands at UCSC's Long Marine Lab
Ho'ailona, an endangered Hawaiian monk seal, is giving scientists at the University of California-Santa Cruz's Long Marine Lab the rare opportunity to study the critically endangered monk seal.
Giants' Sanchez still not ready to play
Team says second baseman hasn't had any setbacks
Louisville Loses To Cal 77-62
No. 8 seed California defeated No. 9 Louisville 77-62 in first round of NCAA tournament.
Sex Assault Victim Says New Act Surprisingly Similar
A sexual assault victim speaks out after a recent story hit too close to home.
San Mateo Union raises high-speed rail concerns
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Business Briefs: Study says that N.C. ranks 8th for lowest auto insurance
North Carolina has the eighth-lowest auto-insurance rates in the country and the lowest in the South, according to a report from the National Association of Insurance Commissioners.
Lucas shines as Michigan St. hangs on vs. NMSU
Fire & Police Briefs: Two charged with multiple counts of trafficking in marijuana, meth
Two Winston-Salem men were charged yesterday with several counts of trafficking in methamphetamines and marijuana, court records show.
Bouldin's surge helps Gonzaga finish Florida St.
Fatal Fire Highlights Brownout Issue: Union President
San Diego City firefighters union president Frank De Clerq said the man's death highlights a critical issue.
Some Marylanders Upset Over Healthcare Controversy
On Sunday, lawmakers are expected to vote on President Obama's healthcare reform bill. It's controversial legislation, and that fact frustrates Marylanders who want reform.
Police Seek Man Wanted For Robbery Spree
Jennie Runevitch /Eyewitness News Indianapolis - Metro police are searching for a man who they say robbed four businesses, claiming he had a gun. Three of the robberies happened within hours of each...
Step right up? Even amid budget deficit, California still hires by the thousands
According to the state controller's office, 237,000 paychecks were sent out last month, including part-timers and seasonal workers. That accounts for just over 1 percent of all workers in California, but it's a work force larger than the city of Fremont.
No. 2 Ohio State outlasts UC Santa Barbara
Evan Turner took a back seat to slick shooter Jon Diebler and big forward Dallas Lauderdale, and Ohio State outlasted persistent UC Santa Barbara 68-51 in the first round of the NCAA tournament Friday night.
Wild Weekend For Basketball Family In Braham
There are families that love the game of basketball, and then there are
the Dahlmans. Nathan and Kathy Dahlman have six children, and four of them are
involved in major basketball tournaments this weekend.
Linebacker Porter signs three-year deal with Cardinals (Reuters)
Reuters - Four-times Pro Bowl linebacker Joey Porter has agreed a three-year contract with the Arizona Cardinals, the team said Friday.
Tea party protest of health care bill draws more than 400 people to Pleasanton
On and offramps at Interstate 580 near Stoneridge Mall closed due to crowds of demonstrators
Olympic gold medalist wants to help stop sex abuse in competitive swimming
Former Olympian wants better screening of coaches
George Dohrmann: Michigan St. survives New Mexico State
New Mexico State tried to match Michigan State's physical style -- and it almost worked. MSU prevailed 70-67, but not without controversy at the finish, writes George Dohrmann.
Perkins Case Not Norm
exposing women to HIV is shining light on the proliferation of online dating and some of the pitfalls that can result.Tony Perkins, 47, was charged earlier this week with an additional 15 counts of fa...
Some In Search Of Summer Glow, Despite Risks
INDIANAPOLIS -- As spring break and the summer season quickly approach, tanning bed businesses are teeming with Hoosiers eager to get a jumpstart on a darker shade.Drawbacks to tanning are well-docume...
Reports: 2 St. John Candidates Accepted Contributions
At least two candidates in the race for president of St. John the Baptist Parish have accepted campaign contributions from politicians convicted of corruption charges, according to reports released this week.
W.Mass. town has 7 open positions, no candidates
Town Clerk Cynthia Stetson tells The Recorder of Greenfield said she has posted notices in several newspapers and sent them to the town's e-mail list, but no nomination papers were returned by the March 15 deadline for the May 3 town election a ' not even from incumbents.
Firefighters Could Gain New Role Under Proposed Bill
Firefighters in Louisiana may soon take on a new role if lawmakers in Baton Rouge approve a new proposed bill.
Newton, like many others, is looking for work
Like hundreds of other people in this tough economy, former state Sen. Ernest M. Newton II was looking for a job Thursday at Career Resources ' 14th annual job fair at Housatonic Community College .
Hot Flames hand Sharks fifth straight defeat
Western leaders continue to struggle as Calgary triumphs 4-3.
House of Correction improved since sheriff took over, report says
The once troubled House of Correction in Franklin has undergone a major transformation, with big improvements in security, staffing, maintenance and fiscal oversight, according to a report done by the National Institute of Corrections.
Witness: Botti claimed Lauretti took thousands from safe
Even Leon Sylvester, Shelton's former superintendent of schools and Planning and Zoning Commission member, couldn't believe his ears.
James is youngest to 15,000 points in Cavs' win
Motorcyclist dies in crash with pickup in Shelton
A 43-year-old motorcyclist has died from injuries he suffered in a crash with a pickup truck late last night.
Nyc Cops Sorry For Pounding Couple's Door 50 Times
NEW YORK — Cheesecake in hand, the police commissioner personally apologized Friday for the 50 or so mistaken, door-pounding visits that police have made to the home of a bewildered elderly Broo...
Obama: Iran Has Chosen Isolation Over Dialogue
In a video to the Iranian people, the second of his presidency, Obama said the United States' offer of diplomatic dialogue still stands but the Iranian government has chosen isolation.
Two-ring circus hits town
She was a mom taking care of her kids while watching her husband hard at work.
No Onuaku, no problem for No. 1 Syracuse
Orange stomps Vermont without injured center, will face Gonzaga next.
NCAA South Regional: Purdue wants no pity, sends Siena packing
Texas A&M stops Utah State; Duke cruises to victory
Woman charged with concealing body of a child
A 20-year-old Surrey woman accused of throwing her dead baby into a dumpster in Richmond was formally charged this week.
Woman charged with concealing body of a child
A 20-year-old Surrey woman accused of throwing her dead baby into a dumpster in Richmond was formally charged this week.
Vancouver police warn of home invasions targeting seniors
Vancouver police are warning seniors about two home invasions this month targeting elderly women who were home alone.








