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Man robbed at Tallmadge Avenue eatery
Another winter punch heading toward Ohio
Four teens restrain man, take items from his Akron home
Complaints against officer keep coming
Police: Ohio girl dies after fall into snow bank
Region makes way for latest batch of snow; cancellations rise
Cuyahoga Falls residents come home to find burning couch on balcony
Blogs:
First Bell - On Education:
No City of Akron basketball tonight
Pets:
Pet telethon re-airs
The Heldenfiles:
Chipmunks "Squeakquel" on DVD/BD March 30
Akron Zips:
Late surge gives Zips ugly road win
Tribe Matters:
Blogmail response on Hafner
Cleveland Browns:
Stallworth's contract terminated
Balanced Ledger:
QB in Browns future: another mock draft
Kent State Sports:
KSU Notes – February 9
Cleveland Cavaliers:
NBA Power Rankings from Around the Internet
Buckeye Blogging:
Buckeyes grab 18 players on signing day
Varsity Letters:
Garfield at Buchtel basketball
All Da King's Men:
Palin At The Tea Party Convention
Blog of Mass Destruction:
Republican Pre-Conditions
Akron Law Café:
Law, Love and Chocolate
Car Chase:
Collector Car Hobby Loses One of the Best—Jim Roll
Let's Talk Real Estate:
Decisions Decisions: Credit Cards or Your Mortgage?
Ohio Travels with Betty:
Loucile is looking for a Lake Erie getaway in June for three kids, ages 1, 3, and 5.
Sound Check:
Talk of the Town – Top entertainment picks for the weekend
HRLite House:
OFCCP Report
Akron Gamer:
Makers of 'Castle Crashers' unveil 'BattleBlock Theater'
See Jane Style:
Do IT this week: Layering
National News
Killer talks of Kansas abortion doc's death on YouTube
Kerrigan's family criticizes autopsy report on dad
Cribs recalled after 3 deaths
ATF blames Texas church fires on serial arsonist
Police say drunken man stole ambulance with patient inside
Police search San Antonio landfill for missing baby
Investigators interview survivors of Connecticut blast
Video: Time-lapse of massive D.C. snow
Double hand transplant patient leaves Pennsylvania hospital
Astronauts inspect shuttle on way to space station
Another major storm headed to snowy Mid-Atlantic
Michael Jackson's doctor pleads not guilty in death
Pop star's father says son was murdered; family members appear in court
National news briefs - Feb. 9
Ethics debate over blood from newborn safety tests
Giving leftover samples to scientists raises concerns by parents about DNA warehousing
Space station crew awaits rendezvous with shuttle
Endeavour blasts off in final night launch scheduled for program
Prosecutors argue for gag order in case of Arizona sweat lodge
Study links autism, ages of both parents
Late family starts not seen as only reason disorder is on rise
Chinese spy gets more than 15 years in prison
Man arrested after Detroit airport security breach
North Carolina mudslide evacuees urged to stay away for weeks
Rep. John Murtha of Pennsylvania dies at 77
Official: Death toll should stand at 5 in Connecticut plant blast
34 recovering from carbon monoxide at Pennsylvania church
Former Philadelphia officer to be charged with murder
Man arrested after Detroit airport security breach
GOP cool to Obama call for two-party health talks
Space shuttle blasts off on last night flight
Dentist fixes injured eagle's broken beak
Mid-Atlantic digs out of snow; government shut
Tea Party represents democracy in action
Grass-roots activists exploit social-network sites to find voice for change, expand their influence
First lady set to attack child obesity problem
New campaign to promote healthier schools and homes, more physical activity for kids
National news briefs - Feb. 8
Power plant explosion, blaze kill at least five
Dozen or more workers hurt during test of natural gas lines at Connecticut energy facility
Historic storm continues to paralyze Mid-Atlantic
Heavy snow forces federal government to shut down in Washington, D.C.
Shuttle launch pushed back to Monday
U.S. missionary reunited with family
National news briefs - Feb. 7
Mudslides wreak havoc in California
Unexpected heavy rain roars down mountains, damages houses, cars
Analysts detect little help in bill for consumers
Stripping exemption from health insurers would be small step
Toyota dealers begin repairs
Parts for recalls arrive. Plans for Prius hybrid to be announced soon
Tea party activists stand up and cheer for Palin
She caps off convention by going after Obama, calling for 'revolution'
Snowstorm blankets D.C., Mid-Atlantic
Cross-country skiers, snowball fight among scenes as 'Snowmageddon' shuts down nation's capital
Obama tries to cheer dejected Democrats
President says political leaders must understand economic difficulties that Americans are facing
BURIED IN SNOWSTORM
Nation's capital digs in for blizzard conditions; hundreds of accidents in Mid-Atlantic states
House GOP leader slams proposed spending panel
Boehner attacks Obama plan for commission to study debt reduction
Tea party brings activists seeking more influence
Convention attendees hope to become force for conservative change
National news briefs - Feb. 6
Kick back and get ready to laugh at ads
Advertisers hope goofy Super Bowl commercials will appeal to frugal viewers
Police: Boy found dead in luxury Manhattan hotel
FAA: Scope of plane attack not immediately known
Burger King: Police filed no Pa. spitting charges
Swine flu epidemic shows signs of being over
Leader of feared Mexican cartel gets 17 years
Washington cities clamp down on bikini baristas
Judge says ex-John Edwards aide in contempt, wants tape
Snowstorm has Mid-Atlantic scrambling for staples
Man charged with operating on his own dog
Police: Fugitive's Facebook information leads to arrest
Alaska OKs some exotic cats; bars chimps, sloths
After 22 years, Missouri family finds slain sister in Ohio
Student arrested for doodling on school desk
OSU president says tenure antiquated
Job protection typically emphasizes publications over teaching
Toyota facing scrutiny of Prius
Investigation begins as automaker deals with gas pedal recalls
National news briefs - Feb. 5
Jet bomb suspect aids hunt for cleric
Sources say man turns against terrorist mentor
Senator's arrival is last piece in GOP blockade
Swearing-in of Scott Brown of Massachusetts means Republicans are able to stop any bill they don't like
House OKs hiking U.S. debt
$1.9 trillion increase will keep government afloat for another year
Prius problems put focus on electronics
Car advancements bring both benefits, risk of malfunctions
1st U.S. 2-hand transplant patient back in hospital
Magnitude-6.0 quake off Northern California coast
Ten Americans charged after taking Haitian children
New York AG filing civil charges against BofA
Gay New York teen's harassment suit gets federal notice
Police say New York driver used mannequin in car pool lane
Police: Body found in landfill is missing Virginia boy
Kiteboarder killed by sharks in rare deadly attack
Self-help speaker charged in Arizona sweat lodge deaths
Conviction doesn't silence Pakistani scientist
Donald Trump annoyed with park weddings next to golf club
Questions raised about Prius brakes
Toyota's woes grow as owners in Japan, U.S. report problems
National news briefs - Feb. 4
Border 'fence' plagued by glitches, long delays
Washington orders reassessment of project along boundary with Mexico
Obama's aunt hopes to avoid deportation
Kenya native to make second bid for asylum, wants to stay in U.S.
Obama urges Democrats to action
President says Americans are out of patience, want help in keeping their jobs
Scans show awareness in some vegetative brains
Signals appear only in patients with traumatic injury, not those who were deprived of oxygen
Trooper: Deputy locked in dog cage after DUI stop
South Carolina first lady: E-mails spelled end of marriage
Space rock worth thousands stirs ownership debate
Woman held in missing baby case is released
California man posed as marshal to deport woman, police say
Mom to sue school after child's mouth taped
Pennsylvania lawyer says Canadian wrongly served on jury
Police say woman admitted killing 2 young sons
FBI: Unruly passenger blames medical pot cookies
Police: Woman, babies die after she hid triplet pregnancy, gave birth at home
Cleveland trucker sues Burger King, says Erie, Pa., worker spit in food
Friend charged with hiding lottery winner's death
Oregon parents found guilty of neglecting ill son
Democrats lay out jobs plans
Senators seeking support for business tax incentives
National news briefs - Feb. 3
Journal retracts 1998 paper linking vaccine and autism
10 co-authors renounce conclusions; 3 might lose right to practice medicine
Military chiefs urge lifting ban on gays
Mullen, Gates request year to study impact before decision made
Jackson doc might soon face charge
Punxsutawney Phil's text: Better late than never
Court: Sentence for millenium plotter too lenient
3 Calif. children mauled by pack of escaped dogs
Jenny Sanford: Governor asked her advice on affair
Motor City freeze: Detroit home encased in ice by artists
Scottsdale woman arrested in missing baby case
Women accused of gluing man's penis to stomach avoid jail time
Only living American World War I veteran turns 109
Rep. John Murtha hospitalized in intensive care
Police: Thieves swipe Twinkies, leave tracks in snow
Tough economy spurs shift to cheaper liquor
1 dead, 15 hurt in Long Island bus crash
Gates to announce review of military gay ban
Trial set to begin for woman who pierced kittens
Safety reforms lag a year after Buffalo, N.Y., plane crash
Police: Couple locked girl in closet for year
Teacher charged with making fourth-graders fight
Punxsutawney Phil predicts 6 more weeks of winter; Ohio counterpart begs to differ
Use of Twitter, Facebook rising among gang members
Drug research takes aim at retardation, autism
Breakthroughs offer hope it may be possible to reverse some intellectual disabilities
Grand goals confront fiscal reality
Administration's own documents predict jobless rate, soaring deficit will barely change by the end of year
National news briefs - Feb. 2
Moon visit canceled; rocket tech boosted
Obama's plan kills $100 billion Bush program based on existing methods
Abstinence program seen as success
Experimental project avoids talk about morals, focuses on motivations
Military academy creates area for pagan religions
Judge: Suspect in Connecticut home invasion found unconscious in cell
Autopsy: Detroit imam shot 20 times at FBI raid
Prosecutor: Pakistani scientist wanted to kill Americans
NASA moon mission killed on Columbia anniversary
States seeking to ban mandatory health insurance
Boy, 7, saves brother, 10, after fall through ice
Justice Department reportedly probing alleged Blackwater payments
Woman killed trying to rescue cat on highway
Aircraft makes emergency landing on New Jersey Turnpike
President proposes budget to attack recession
$3.8 trillion plan focuses on unemployment, tax on rich, spending freeze
Obama touts nuclear energy as inducement for climate bill
President courts Republicans with new generation of plants
National news briefs - Feb. 1
Beyonce makes history with six Grammys
'Single Ladies' wins song of year; Swift gets album of year for her 'Fearless'
For one teen, small gains, insight into battling obesity
Participant in intense regimen to control weight finds frustration along the way
Alleged Iraq bribes investigated by U.S.
Newspaper says company authorized $1 million
Ethics overhaul lingers in Alaska
Palin's shadow looms large in ongoing efforts to update political rules
NASA eyes private space launchings
Government would pay corporations to send astronauts into orbit
U.S. to boost missile defenses in Persian Gulf
Military plans deployments in at least four countries as strategy to raise pressure on Iran
National news briefs - Jan. 31
Republicans face challenges, opportunities in election year
Party is optimistic over latest victories, but struggling with strategy and finding strong leadership
Obama eyes tax cuts that expire on Dec. 31
Soaring federal budget deficit means trillions will be added to debt if they're made permanent
Treasury watchdog warns financial safeguards lacking
Special inspector general says bailouts have created greater risks in system
Miss Virginia struts away with pageant title, crown
Cities fight hosting trials for 9/11
Officials say that they don't want to have proceedings because of costs and security
GOP 'census' letter irks Democrats
Critics say wording on fundraising mailer could confuse people
Beijing threatens sanctions if Taiwan gets arms
American firms to sell $6.4 billion in rockets, copters, other materiel
Obama attends Duke-Georgetown game
Obama, House Republicans trade barbs
Health-care bill, economy, federal debt stances show a deep divide on facts, figures
Anger, fear grows over Toyota recall
Company giving few answers to dealers, drivers
Terror trials test Obama pledges
President's vow to try alleged Sept. 11 planner at stake in debate over where to hold hearings
National news briefs - Jan. 30
Man guilty in death of abortion doctor
Scott Roeder's defense blocked from arguing he acted to save unborn
FEMA trailers stir backlash
RV lobbyists want 100,000 sent to Haiti, but they pose potential health risk
Thieves break through walls to steal from library
U.S. plans missile intercept test over Pacific
Government told to cut own greenhouse gases 28 percent
Companies say Alaska gas pipeline could cost $41 billion
'Geezer Bandit' strikes sixth bank
Facebook dispute precipitates shooting; 3 hurt
Obama retools tax credit idea for creating jobs
Bill Gates, wife make $10 billion vaccines pledge
Study: Distracted driving laws don't stop crashes
Coast Guard flies 2 turtles from Oregon to California
Kentucky man pleads not guilty to killing doctor who wouldn't prescribe him narcotics
ACORN foe: Phone scheme meant to embarrass senator
Body found during search for missing lottery winner
'Princess and Frog' pendants sold at Walmart stores recalled for cadmium
Edwards' mistress wants return of 'private' tape
Man convicted of murdering Kansas abortion provider
Massachusetts man guilty of smuggling ivory, whale teeth
Official: Terror case may happen outside Manhattan
Amtrak passenger detained in Colorado after alleged threat
Heavy snow, ice bury southern Plains, cut power
Phoenix-area police officer killed at traffic stop
Iconic, reclusive author J.D. Salinger dies
His 'Catcher in the Rye' is young readers' classic
National news briefs - Jan. 29
Health reform gridlock stymies Senate
Congressional leaders try to find prescription to help move forward on legislation overhaul
Bernanke OK'd for second term
Critics say he missed clues of recession. Proponents hail his quick action
NASA to get more money, but must scratch moon plan
Pentagon to propose way forward on gay ban
California pot backers submit petitions for ballot
Teen gets prison in killing of Wal-Mart cashier
Prosecutor says woman lied to try to get baby off life support
Activist touted 'project' before phone tamper case
Video: Man hugging, kissing chicken on New York subway
Fans banned from high school games due to safety concerns
Woman accused of having sex with young son
TSA agent reassigned over nap photo
John, Elizabeth Edwards separate after 30 years
3-year-old dials 911 when grandmother has seizure
Lawsuit: Dentist left drill bit in woman's head
Police: Ohio trucker was watching porn at time of fatal N.Y. crash
Obama 'won't quit'
President promises job growth will top list in State of Union
Humbled president takes share of blame
Obama tries to cover all bases in speech before Congress
Geithner draws anger defending AIG bailout
Republicans, Democrats lash out at Treasury secretary for role in financial crisis
Motive remains mystery in Louisiana wiretap case
Political spying or prank? Authorities keeping quiet
National news briefs - Jan. 28
Obama's State of the Union speech
Defense lawyers rest case at gay marriage trial
Colo. pot dispensaries welcome state regulation
School district ends dictionary ban
Dinosaur tail feathers were carrot colored, study says
2 off-duty LAPD officers held in pistol-whipping
Washington state SWAT officer kills loose bull
Florida ex-attorney pleads guilty in $1.2 billion Ponzi scam
Chicago man pleads not guilty to terrorism charges
Teenage firefighters' bodies pulled from Pennsylvania pond
Boulder crashes through house, barely misses woman
Obama to announce high-speed rail plan after speech
Oregon says yes to taxing wealthy, businesses
PETA proposes robotic groundhog for Pennsylvania festival
Octuplets celebrate first birthday at California home
Obama seeks to reassure doubtful Americans
First State of the Union address to tout plans for ailing economy, health care, anti-terror defenses
Household chemicals tied to fertility drop
Flame-retardant substances may delay women's chances of pregnancy, study finds
Cold weather contributes to Fla. manatees' deaths
Low temperatures kill at least 77 of 107 sea cows found dead in state waters this month
National news briefs - Jan. 27
Senators unable to create panel to slash deficits
Vote rejects plan to form powerful commission that could limit future government spending
Age-related hearing problems down
Study shows impairment rate for 45- to 75-year-olds lower than their parents
Some tax refunds could disappoint
New credits, deductions may bring extra cash, but many benefits have already been doled out
Yale lab tech pleads not guilty in student killing
2 D.C. transit workers killed working on tracks
NASA ends effort to free rover from Martian sand
Firing of Wyoming officers who Tasered tractor driver, 76, upheld
Study finds drop in age-related hearing problems
Los Angeles City Council set to approve pot ordinance
College 'gender gap' favoring women stops growing
Plane makes emergency landing on golf course
Florida woman fights ruling that kept her in hospital
U.S. Transportation Department bars commercial drivers from texting
Grenade launcher, maps seized after man's arrest
Panel: U.S. not ready for bioterrorist attack
Remote Alaskan village is first stop in census
Inupiat community of 650 canvassed by sled riders as 2010 count commences in temperatures near zero
National news briefs - Jan. 26
Girls' fear of math might be learned
Pupils fare worse when female teachers worry over subject, study finds
Research links hypertension and dementia
Scarring can build up on white brain matter starting in middle age
Dems shaping strategy to salvage reforms
Supporters are trying to pass health bill despite loss in Mass.
Pernell Roberts, 81, 'Bonanza' star, dies
Last surviving member of show's original cast succumbs to cancer
Obama seeks middle class security net
Federal help for child, elder care, student loans, retirement key to president's plan to ease anxiety
Pennsylvania woman guilty of cutting baby from teen's womb
Man finds $3,100 hidden in trashed picture
NYPD sex-abuse accuser says he ran because of old case
Police say man coughed up ring he tried to steal
Skater Nancy Kerrigan's dad dies; brother accused of assault
Who's got the best pot? Contest aims to find out
USDA awarding $310 million for broadband projects
Thousands of veterans could get benefits upgrade
Nazi group tackles Colorado highway trash
Bubble Wrap aficionados popping up everywhere
Fiftieth birthday used to deflate some myths about the tactile delight
Republicans head to Waikiki to work on party strategy
Reinvigorated RNC seeks to clarify message, damp down internal differences
Audit critical of pact for Iraq security detail
State Department accused of failing to monitor $2.5 billion contract with DynCorp International
National news briefs - Jan. 25
Coast Guard cleans up Texas oil spill
Former Commerce Secretary Mosbacher dead at 82
National news briefs - Jan. 24
Bomb kills two Americans
Top commander in Afghanistan anticipates more trouble when 37,000 more service members arrive
Obama seeks to reconnect with public
His State of the Union will recast agenda, offer people hope after year of economic troubles
Campaign ruling, Brown win hammer Dems
Obama tries to adjust strategy by calling in expert to help party regain footing with midterm elections
Rainstorms trash beaches in California
Floodwaters damage Arizona towns; heavy snow reported in higher elevations of New Mexico
Lifesaving tool turns deadly when errors made
Newspaper examining risks for patients getting radiation finds mistakes are often underreported
Screen legend Jean Simmons, star of 'Guys and Dolls,' dies
London-born actress, 80, was in films alongside Hollywood's leading men
Health overhaul has hit 'buzz saw,' Obama says
But president pledges to continue pushing for ambitious change
Judge cuts $1.92 million penalty in Minnesota song-sharing case
Celebrities, musicians unite for Haiti
All-star telethon raising funds to aid quake victims in impoverished nation
National news briefs - Jan. 23
Trial under way in slaying of Kansas abortion doctor
Defense team expected to argue alleged shooter acted to protect unborn children
New bank rules draw mixed reviews
Analysts say Obama plan probably won't affect big institutions. Industry objects to reform proposals
Some Democrats no longer back Fed chairman
Anger about economy, Senate loss in Mass., threatens nomination
Man accused of beheading says he was battered
Report: Hospital erred as dying man was robbed
North Carolina casino cleans slots every 2 hours to beat virus
Woman says she poisoned margarita to get boyfriend sick, not kill him
Former Air Force officer gets 3 years for China spying
ATF stings put 250 million illegal cigarettes on streets
Warrant describes how 8 Virginia slaying victims found
Three Mile Island generator moving to North Carolina
Pittsburgh teen violist alleges police brutality
Police: Boy, 9, found hanged in school bathroom
Police say mom forced son to kill hamster
Mudslides threaten as Southern California storms linger
Senate OKs fast tax break for Haiti gifts
High court ends limits on election spending
Corporations can supply big bucks to sway voters
Mud flows newest worry for California
Evacuations ordered as drenching rains continue
National news briefs - Jan. 22
Edwards admits he is father of toddler
Former aide to release tell-all book on Feb. 2
Dems seek health options
Pelosi says Senate bill lacks votes in House. Small versions possible
Obama tough on regulations for big banks
Investors dump stock after announcement by combative president
No wall for special-interest ads
Business and labor power to grow in campaigns after Supreme Court ruling allowing free spending
Mom drives 3 hours in labor to meet military husband
California braces for fourth day of rain, wind
Pelosi says House lacks votes to OK Senate health bill
Flight diverted to Philadelphia after confusion over prayer
Meteorite strikes doctor's office in Virginia
Amtrak cop: Worn-out holster led to foot-shooting
Former Sen. John Edwards admits he is child's father
Third Pacific storm pummels California
Rain, snow and wind force more evacuations, shut down key highway
Obama's pick to head TSA withdraws name
Airport security expert blames political agenda for failed nomination
Errors admitted in bomb probe
Intel chief says new unit should have been ready
Health-care bill alive
Obama urges pared-back version as alternative after GOP victory in Mass.
Obama re-evaluates sweeping agenda
President signals he could scale back health plan in wake of Senate defeat
Explosives found at rural Va. home
Suspected gunman in 8 deaths surrenders to police at daybreak
National news briefs - Jan. 21
Pentagon orders 2,000 more Marines to Haiti
Police arrest seventh suspect in homecoming gang rape
Evacuations ordered before third California storm in a row
Fingertip amputations prompt Graco stroller recall
Couple charged with stealing from dead friend
Virginia slaying suspect may have left bombs near house
Republican wins Mass. Senate race to replace Kennedy
Election of Scott Brown could allow GOP to block overhaul of health care, rest of Obama's agenda
Officials: Asian carp DNA found near Lake Michigan
Supreme Court rejects bid to make Illinois halt water flow from its rivers, close locks
Plan for deficit panel divides Democrats
Congressional infighting holds up borrowing bill headed for Senate floor
National news briefs - Jan. 20
Massachusetts defeat costly for Democrats
Obama, party leaders discussing ways to salvage health-care overhaul legislation after losing vote
Maine town loses big tree and living link to history
Crews take down ailing massive elm that sprouted in late 18th century
New charges in New York pet torture case
Victim to speak 'from the grave' in Peterson case
Ex-mistress says minister admitted killing wife
53 Haitian orphans arrive at Pittsburgh airport
California meat company recalls 864,000 pounds of beef
Detainees' last hours prompt questions
Magazine raises doubts about three deaths ruled suicide at Guantanamo
Entrepreneur who founded Taco Bell chain dies at 86
Glen Bell Jr. launched brand in 1962, is called 'visionary' by company
Marital bliss giving men economic boost
Trends increasingly show American women married to husbands who earn less
National news briefs - Jan. 19
King's sense of urgency part of holiday reminder
As president serves hungry, professor tells congregation to heed the entire message
Massachusetts Senate candidates battling to the end
Statewide polls showing candidates in dead heat. Obama's agenda at risk
Obama tests populist campaign message
President finds possible antidote to GOP rhetoric while stumping for Democrat in key Senate race
Soldier guilty of cruelty and maltreatment of fellow soldiers in Iraq
Woman killed in Colorado heli-skiing accident
5 people shot to death in Texas home
Recession takes toll on university president pay
What's in a cigarette? FDA to study ingredients
Civil rights icon King remembered in hometown
Rapes of elderly women terrify central Texas towns
2009 a big year for U.S. terror charges
Volume of cases largest since Sept. 11, 2001, Associated Press review finds
National news briefs - Jan. 18
Dems look to bypass 2nd Senate health vote
Massachussetts race clouds efforts to pass overhaul bill
Health overhaul leaves some gaps
Workers who have disabilities still face wait to get coverage
'Avatar' snags honors for drama, directing
Bullock and Bridges named for dramatic roles. Streep, Downey win in comedies
NASA to search for silent Mars lander
Conan O'Brien might exit 'Tonight' for $30 million
NBC close to deal that would return Jay Leno to late-night TV
National news briefs - Jan. 17
Founder of Focus on Family switching to new radio show
James Dobson, voice for Christian conservatives, plans venture with son
Tobacco lawyers try to avoid paying billions to U.S.
Government may go to Supreme Court in racketeering lawsuit. Industry concealed smoking danger for decades
Obama facing tough challenges
Economy, health care and taxes top to-do list in second year. Immigration, emissions may have to wait
Democrats closing in on accord on health
Senate proposal to expand Medicaid among hurdles remaining for supporters
Fort Hood probe finds supervisors share in the blame
Pentagon says military still at risk from radicals serving in its own ranks
A year after landing in river, passengers reunite for a toast
Survivors of US Airways Flight 1549 return to Hudson site for celebration of life
Johnson & Johnson expands drug recall
Tylenol brands, Motrin, Benadryl, Rolaids on list that could make you sick
National news briefs - Jan. 16
More moms working as spouses lose jobs
Number of stay-at-home dads increasing in shift of gender roles. Women help families stay afloat
Health bill hits Massachusetts race
Obama plans visit to Bay State to boost support for Democrat campaigning to fill Kennedy seat
Network flaw causes scary Web error
Trio using mobile phones to log onto Facebook end up in wrong accounts
Police officer fired over nude photos sent to student
Washington, D.C., trial eyed for Guantanamo terror suspect
Man reportedly arrested in airplane bomb threat
In a gender shift, more moms become breadwinners
Survivors of Hudson River jet landing gather year later
Singer Teddy Pendergrass, 59, helped redefine R&B music
Colon cancer claims artist paralyzed from waist down after 1982 car crash
Dow closes at 15-month high
Investors bet corporate earnings reports will turn around after disappointing start
National news briefs - Jan. 15
Obama, Kennedys fight for Mass. seat
Republican challenger seen closing gap in Senate race after debate win
Tea Party trying to control GOP at precinct level
Positions wield power to determine leadership, influence candidates
'Safely dispose' trinkets for kids, agency advises
Cheap metal jewelry from China may contain toxic cadmium or lead
DeWine worries for Haitian school
Complex named for former senator's late daughter
Populist plan pits banks vs. taxpayers
Obama wants new tax on financial institutions
Tentative tax deal is health-care breakthrough
Unions back down from opposition, administration makes concessions as legislation begins to take final shape
Woman accused of trading child for gun
British fugitive nabbed after crashing into police car
Officers find pot growing in buried school bus
Consumer chief says to take away jewelry
Regulator warns that toxic metals found in some products could put kids in danger
S. Carolina lawmakers reprimand governor
Scandal involving mistress leads to official censure
National news briefs - Jan. 14
Obesity rate in U.S. no longer expanding
Doctor says unhealthy numbers 'still staggering'
Bankers apologize for actions that led to crisis
But executives defend actions as appropriate, say compensation fair
Texas braces for fight over social studies lessons
Cleanup of explosives spill delays North Carolina port opening
Massachusetts parents to be tried separately in fatal child overdose case
Fatal gunplay in Maine sex dungeon leads to trial
National news briefs - Jan. 13
Another jeweler pulls tainted items
Heavy metal cadmium found in kids' charms, bracelets from China
Federal Reserve returns billions to taxpayers
Republicans want more details about AIG bailout, seek letter that tells of move to block information
Defense option remains on table
Abortion doctor's killer may still be able to argue shooting was justified
U.N. slashes fraud inquiries
Anti-corruption unit halts self-policing investigations during last year
Major quake hits Haiti; many casualties expected
Poll: Black optimism rises; Hispanics wary on race
North Carolina port closed after containers of explosives are punctured
Ex-funeral home director gets house arrest for intentionally giving families wrong ashes
School board keeps ban on boy's long hair
Judge denies bid to toss charge in girl's death
Labor leaders press Obama on health tax
Unions oppose excise charge on high-cost plans, saying it hurts middle class, benefits elite
Jobless rate unchanged by billions in stimulus spending
Money for roads, bridges doesn't ease unemployment on local level, analysis finds
National news briefs - Jan. 12
Suicide rate rises for young veterans
VA secretary says more must be done to prevent deaths
Northern Ireland leader steps down after wife's affair
Scandal with teen prompts his break to tend to family
Same-sex marriage ban in U.S. court
Lesbian says denial is emotional ordeal. Proceedings won't be on YouTube for now
Too much TV can shorten life span, study discovers
Watching more than four hours a day may increase the risk of heart disease
Bloodmobile offers beer to blood donors
Ex-FEMA worker charged in $721,000 Hurricane Katrina fraud
Union praises pilots who landed crippled jet in New Jersey
Father in balloon boy hoax reports to jail
New York City asks food manufacturers to cut salt content
Study: Students now have more mental health issues
NBC ready to institute a late-night upheaval
Leno heading back to 11:35. O'Brien reported to be upset
National news briefs
Northern California cleans up after quake
No major damage reported in 6.5 magnitude temblor
GOP attacks Reid on Obama remark
Republicans say Dems' response shows double standard
Lab tests detect toxic metal in kids' jewelry from China
Manufacturers switch from lead to more dangerous cadmium in bracelets, pendants
Rich drivers fined in Europe
Nations increasingly use wealth to assess penalties for traffic infractions
Jet makes emergency landing at Newark
UPDATE: No serious injuries in California quake
Consumers still feeling pain of tame '09 inflation
Prices fall, but not on items purchased on regular basis
U.S.-run medical insurance no longer an option
Senior House Democrats have largely given up on measure that won't get Senate support
National news briefs - Jan. 10
Hawaii unable to afford election
Seat will remain vacant if state can't replace congressman stepping down
For the unemployed, a new job pays less
Salaries are smaller when they finally find work; often, they must move
Senate's Reid says he's sorry for racial remarks
Book reports Democrat said that Obama speaks 'with no Negro dialect'
NYC man faces charges of training with al-Qaida
Federal investigators say he flew to Pakistan in 2008 with two other men
Fox News chief at pinnacle of media and politics
Son of plant foreman in Warren behind rise of network's ratings and advertising profits
Kosar's assets to be sold off
Obama returns focus to unemployment
After weak jobs report, president shifts agenda away from terrorism
NBC stations want 'Leno' moved to a later time slot
Poor prime-time ratings may lead to airing O'Brien 'Tonight Show' at midnight
Gates to remain in Defense post for another year
Trusted Obama adviser to oversee new strategy in Afghan war in 2010
National news briefs - Jan. 9
Vice president credits mother for his beliefs
Mom who taught 'everyone is your equal' dies at age 92
Groups inspired by al-Qaida able to react quickly
Recent attacks show militants strengthening reach and taking advantage of opportunities as they arise
Plane terror suspect enters not guilty plea
Passenger from flight says Nigerian is only small part of bigger problem
Thousands at Graceland celebrate Elvis milestone
King of Rock 'n' Roll's fans, family attend event to honor 75th birthday
National health reforms may save money
Economists predicting greater competition for insurance will slow rising medical costs
Early release inmate returned for attempted murder
Fraud suspect spins tale of Obama overthrow plot
Doctor may get 8 years in prison for hitting cyclists
Prosecutor: Fake agent had faked police ID before
Police: Students knew of plot to slay mom
FBI arrests 2 more in NYC terrorism investigation
Peaches, apples may benefit from Deep South freeze
CDC: Swine flu now widespread in only 1 state
Girl, baby sitter shot to death; dad arrested
Police: Suspected shooter among dead at Missouri plant
Mind-reading systems could change air security
Snowstorm enters Northeast, complicating commutes
EU nations split on use of airport body scanners
U.S. wants devices to aid in security but opponents say technology is invasive and potential health risk
St. Louis gunman kills three then self
Workers run for cover as man starts shooting
Race questions raised in Atlanta secession effort
Some say push to split sprawling Fulton County, led by House speaker pro tem, is only about money
Obama orders changes in security, intelligence
Better technology for airport screeners, more reports to agencies
National news briefs - Jan. 8
Study finds abuse in youth prisons
Sexual victimization reportedly widespread in 13 detention facilities
Calorie count could be higher
Study finds restaurant, frozen-food label discrepancies
Experts expect to find Earth-like planet soon
Top astronomers say discovery could occur within four, five years
'Persons of interest' named in Arizona missing baby case
Blackwater reportedly settles series of civil lawsuits
Juvenile centers have high rate of sex abuse, report says
Couple collects cans to pay for wedding
Virginia company pleads guilty to arms brokering
Callers to free tow number directed to porn line
3 dead, 5 wounded in St. Louis plant shooting
Police: Teen hired friend to kill mom
Feds: Man bombed Arkansas medical board chairman in revenge
Police: Mom left kids in cold car while tanning
Naked jogger nabbed after run near White House
Sunbeam, magnifying glass start fire in home
Frigid weather hits Midwest, -52 wind chill in North Dakota
Dems facing trouble heading into elections
Push to build durable political majority stalling
National news briefs - Jan. 7
President is urging Democrats to back tax
House leaders resist paying for health bill by targeting high-end insurance plans
Attacks on CIA costly, but U.S. won't pull back
Agency will continue to take risks in order to target terror leaders
Boy says mom, her friend beat him over food
Man charged with holding Florida woman captive for 4 days
Family sues funeral home over brain sent with personal effects
Fugitive caught after killing of Utah deputy
Federal judges: Washington felony inmates should get vote
Police seek woman who trashed McDonald's because she didn't like burger
Cold grips much of US, Florida races to save crops
Florida sheriff fears missing lottery winner killed
Officials cast Las Vegas federal building shooting as 'suicide mission'
U.S. had more warnings, Obama says
Reports allege al-Qaida was working with plane attack suspect, planned targets in Yemen, America
National news briefs - Jan. 6
Drugs for depression vary in effectiveness
Medications provide relief in extreme cases but do little for most patients, study says
Google expands its reach into smart phones
Nexus One only takes a few incremental steps beyond current devices
Home sales take unexpected hit in November
Index of sales contracts falls 16 percent, raising fears of new downturn
Health-care deal still faces hurdles
Obama meets with congressional Democrats as White House takes lead in settling disputes
Judges rule Washington felons should get to vote
FDA drug approvals mostly flat in 2009
Suspect in New Hampshire machete attack regrets girl survived
U.S. health spending slowed in 2008
Utah deputy shot, killed; suspect sought
Ex-NBA star Jayson Williams hurt in New York crash
Man calls detectives who left ransom note after seizing pot plants
South chilled by Arctic winds, record snow in East
Bomber at CIA base was a double agent, ex-U.S. intelligence official says
U.S. job satisfaction falls to record low
Survey finds only 45 percent of Americans are content with their work
National news briefs - Jan. 5
Bankruptcies up 32 percent in '09
Year is seventh worst in nation for filings. Ohio petitions increase 21 percent
Study finds refusing chickenpox vaccine puts kids at risk
Unvaccinated children nine times as likely to get infection that requires medical attention
IRS anticipates new regulations for tax preparers
Competency tests, registration to be paid using fee revenues
Cold snap breaks records
Snow, temperatures fall, causing closings, delays across the eastern U.S.
Health spending hits $2.3 trillion as growth slows
U.S. costs make up 16 percent of GDP in 2008, but analysis shows rate of increase at 48-year low
Threats against federal judges, prosecutors are up
Winter system drops record snow, chills the South
Update: Guard, gunman dead in Vegas federal building shots
Tunnels beneath Las Vegas a refuge for homeless people
Flights behind schedule after New Jersey security breach
Bernanke to guard against speculation
Better regulation, possibly higher interest rates are key, Fed chairman says
National news briefs - Jan. 4
Presidential adviser says criticism by Cheney crossed line
Counterterrorism official describes ex-VP as ignorant or intentionally misleading
Evidence doesn't link autism, digestive woes
Panel of medical experts says available information doesn't back special diets
State budgets are bleak as legislatures reconvene
Challenges include loss of revenue from taxpayers, feds, greater need for services
Obama aide says errors made in sharing clues
But intelligence didn't state bombing suspect planned to get on U.S. plane, Brennan says
U.S., Britain close Yemen embassies over threats
Obama to return to mainland tonight
Obama links al-Qaida to bomb attempt
President says U.S. to coordinate intelligence efforts, train security forces in Yemen
National news briefs
Americans are living on just food stamps
Numbers are increasing for those in households with no cash income, aid
Families do more, buy less, says poll
Recession shifts priorities of shopping Americans
Cities taking back business tax breaks
If corporations fail to deliver jobs, they will lose abatements
Home foreclosures continue
Rate outpaces federal effort to curb the crisis, which has made little progress
Harvard hospitals cap outside pay to officials
New rules aim to limit possible conflicts of interest for those who sit on pharmaceutical, biotech boards
'Don't go there,' experts say of airport pat-downs
Critics say searches not likely to find much because of limits
National news briefs - Jan. 2
Mine deaths in U.S. fall to just 34 in 2009
That's the fewest on record. Tougher state, federal rules, increased inspections cited
North Carolina prohibits smoking in bars, eateries
State is home to two major tobacco companies. Legislation goes into effect today
Iraqis outraged by Blackwater ruling in U.S.
Judge throws out criminal case saying suspects made statements thinking they were given immunity
Labor secretary moving quickly on work safety
Tougher enforcement of rules in workplace on priority list of Solis
Foreign governments give to Clinton's charity
Norway, Oman on list of donors to foundation including Donald Trump, Coca-Cola, Elton John
Students hope walk calls attention to immigrants' plight
Four set out for 1,500-mile journey from Miami to Washington, D.C., on their 'Trail of Dreams'
Google executive plans run for Vermont governor
Matt Dunne campaigns for Democratic nomination on technology platform
Reports say suicide bomber not searched at Afghan base
Sources believe CIA courting man it hoped to turn into informant. Seven Americans are killed in attack
U.S. is falling short of lofty health goals
Nearly 34% of adults are obese; that's up from 25% in 2000, statistics show
National news briefs - Jan. 1
Former detainees fuel terror group
Prisoners once held at Guantanamo are key players in Yemen
Obama targets terrorist security failures
U.S. agencies reassessing procedures after incident on Detroit-bound plane
Rush Limbaugh in hospital after suffering chest pains
National news briefs - Dec. 31
Russia might try to deflect asteroid
Spacecraft may be sent to knock it off course
Legendary firm sold shadowy securities
Investors take on role of insurers of risky home loans
One comment works against administration
'System worked' remark by Obama's aide, Cabinet secretary seems premature to many
Problems found in FDA approval of heart devices
Reports say OK given based on studies lacking clear safety measures, standards
Senior citizen volunteers sniff out Medicare fraud
Organization discovers companies' suspicious activity and reports to government, saving millions of dollars
NEW YORK Security costs add up ...
Phones aid border crossers in their search for water
College art instructors from California, Michigan to provide GPS directions for illegal immigrants
San Francisco's famous sea lions have vanished
Tree surfer in Calif slams into car, injures head
Rare New Year's Eve 'blue moon' to ring in 2010
Sailor who survived USS Cole bombing dies in Fla.
Custody battle launched over Palin's grandson
Obama pledging to bolster security
Airline plot called a reminder of the need to remain vigilant as threats continue to change
World news briefs - Dec. 29
Fewer police officers died on the job in 2009
Fatalities at 50-year low, and the decade is among the safest
Health proposal includes long-term coverage
Insurance bill provides assisted-care benefits experts say is needed as boomers get older
Confusion fills skies after failed attack
Captains left to choose restrictions. Reading, lavatory use banned
9 dead, including at least 6 kids, in Miss. fire
Obama orders security probe in plane scare with Nigerian
Another incident on same route Sunday ends in emergency landing
National news briefs - Dec. 28
U.S. retailers merrier after Christmas sales
Shoppers boost spending 3.6% this holiday season, a turnaround from 2008
Kim Peek, 'Rain Man' inspiration, dies at 58
Nigerian out of hospital after plane attack
Security is tightened after bomb attempt
Passengers on some flights can't leave their seats or have access to their carry-ons during last hour
Sparse shelves greet deal hunters
After-Christmas shoppers find some bargains, but inventory is reduced
National news briefs - Dec. 27
Decade of unemployment might loom for Americans
Economic recovery expected to continue slowly, which would hold back job creation
States protest Senate health reforms
Those with expanded medical coverage say bill will penalize them
Health care front, center for Congress
After break, House and Senate face key issues for makeover ahead of State of the Union speech
Doctors discover first case of drug-resistant TB in U.S.
Visiting Peruvian has strain that is so rare, few cases in the world have been documented
Winter weather disrupts travel in Plains, East
Snow, ice and rain delay flights, strand motorists. Warmer temperatures raise threat of flooding
Police arrest man in Ariz. girl's kidnapping
Five-year-old treated, returned to her family after Christmas rescue
Nigerian charged in airliner attack
U.S. authorities learn father tried to warn them about son, who is on terror database
14 Americans killed in 2 Afghan helicopter crashes
Video: Police say men had sex with horses on Tenn. farm
U.S. Senator Ted Kennedy dies
Live video: President Barack Obama to introduce mortgage relief plan, 12:15 p.m. EST
Live video: President Barack Obama to sign economic stimulus bill in Denver, 2:40 p.m. EST
Photos: In the wake of Gustav
Photos: GOP Convention Day two
Photos: Republican National Convention day one
Photos: Hurricane Gustav makes landfall
Photos: Democrats at Invesco Field
Photos: Sen. Barack Obama makes history
Photos: Dems in Denver, Day Two
Gasoline price spike could be a lot worse
If gas-pump prices rose in step with crude oil, we'd be paying more
Pope's message of hope
Benedict meets, prays with victims of clergy sex abuse
Photos: Mississippi River Bridge Collapse in Minneapolis
