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Woods named All-Star coach Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 2:41PMBob Woods just keeps adding his name to the record book. The head coach of the Hershey Bears yesterday was named head coach of Team Canada for the 2009 AHL All-Star Classic, an honor he earned after the Bears rolled to a 7-2 victory over the Worcester Sharks.
ANAND PRAKASH Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 2:36PMA few good people who decided to quit good jobs for better ideas. Eight years ago, Anand Prakash, an economics graduate from Delhi University, created a sample card for Rs 100. “It was immediately rejected,” laughs the businessman whose turnover this year is slated to be Rs 75 lakh.
Enbridge Energy agrees to pay $1.1 million for Wisconsin environmental violations Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 2:33PMCALGARY - Enbridge Energy Partners LP (NYSE:EEP) has agreed to pay US$1.1 million for environmental violations related to a crude oil pipeline it
U.S. 30-Year Bonds Drop Amid Concern Debt Sales to Reach Record Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 2:26PMJan. 5 (Bloomberg) --Treasury 30-year bonds fell the most in seven weeks amid concern government efforts to spur the economy will lead to a record amount of debt sales as the U.S. prepares to auction $54 billion of notes this week.
Train Derailment in Washington County Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 2:20PMWASHINGTON - A section of road in Washington County is expected to be closed through Tuesday as crews work on a derailed train. About 14 Iowa, Chicago and Eastern rail cars left the tracks in the 2400 block of Palm Ave around 7:10 Monday morning.
D.C. trip makes an impact on Illinois veteran Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 5:27AMA trip to the World War II Memorial in Washington, D.C., touched off several memories for an ex-Danville resident.
Burris to go to DC as his fate remains in question Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 5:12AMIllinois U.S. Senate appointee Roland Burris plans to have a high-stakes showdown on Capitol Hill this week with Democratic leaders who continue to say he won’t be seated in Congress.
AP: Tim Kaine To Take Over As DNC Chairman Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 5:00AMVirginia Gov. Tim Kaine is set to become the next chairman of the Democratic Party. Two Democratic officials said Sunday that President-elect Barack Obama has chosen the governor to take over the Democratic National Committee.
Kaine set as next chairman of DNC Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 4:56AMVirginia Gov. Tim Kaine is set to become the next chairman of the Democratic Party.
Obama joins family in Washington, prepares for busy week of meetings Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 4:53AMAssociated Press ANDREWS AIR FORCE BASE — President-elect Barack Obama landed in the Washington area Sunday evening, setting up the final march toward his Jan. 20 inauguration.
Economy influences the decision to have babies Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 12:19PMCHICAGO -- Amanda Wegner already has a 2-year-old daughter and was looking forward to getting pregnant again soon. But her husband recently lost his job in advertising sales and her pay as a part-time magazine editor has fallen 20 percent.
New genetic markers for ulcerative colitis identified, researchers report in Nature Genetics Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 12:12PM( University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences ) An international team of researchers has identified genetic markers associated with risk for ulcerative colitis. The findings, which appear today as an advance online publication of the journal Nature Genetics, bring researchers closer to understanding the biological pathways involved in the disease and may lead to the development of ...
The Obamas begin to arrive in D.C. Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 12:09PMAssociated Press WASHINGTON — Michelle Obama and her two daughters arrived Saturday in Washington, ahead of President-elect Barack Obama who is expected to make the trip today.
Homicides down in some US cities including Detroit Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 9:28AMMILWAUKEE (AP) — Killings dropped by a third here last year, making Wisconsin’s largest city among the nation’s most successful in tackling its 2008 murder rate.
ECHL Today Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 9:03AMDayton Bombers (17-11-4) at Trenton Devils (13-14-3) 7 p.m. ET - Devils are fourth in the league on the power play with 21.0 percent (35-for-167). - Dayton defenseman Mike Looby had season highs with two assists and two points on Friday.
Jane Brown retires Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 8:49AMWhen Jane Brown began working at Melrose City Hall on July 25, 1972, there were three parking spaces labeled City Clerk, Assistant City Clerk, and Assistant City Clerk.
Houston among U.S. cities that saw drop in slayings Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 8:45AMHouston; Minneapolis; Jacksonville, Fla.; Boston; San Jose, Calif.; San Francisco; Oakland, Calif.; and Tulsa, Okla., had fewer slayings last year than the year before. Chicago; Columbus, Ohio; Washington, D.C.; Tucson, Ariz.; Kansas City, Mo.; St. Louis; Indianapolis; Seattle; and Charlotte, N.C., had more killings.
Panthers win with Delhomme’s new elbow, odd style Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 11:28PM(AP) CHARLOTTE, N.C. - Jake Delhomme’s critics have plenty of material to work with. His arm isn’t that strong. He doesn’t move well. He seemingly throws balls up for grabs and Steve Smith bails him out. He always has a mediocre passer rating.
Red Wings look to avoid Winter Classic letdown Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 11:23PMST. PAUL, Minn. -- Now that the excitement for the Winter Classic and two big victories against the Chicago Blackhawks have passed, the challenge for the Detroit Red Wings is to maintain that intensity for ordinary games and lesser opponents.
Weaver Auto auction postponed Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 11:21PMAuto dealers Tom and Matt Weaver got another reprieve from the auction block Friday when the sale for the land their Grass Valley dealership formerly sat on was postponed.
Obituary: James J. Brungo / Longtime North Side physician Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 11:20PMJames J. Brungo, a former North Side physician, died Tuesday. He was 87. Dr. Brungo, of Ross, was born in Sicily in 1921 and immigrated to Pittsburgh with his family when he was 8.
An Evening with Neil LaBute Held at Profiles Theatre Jan. 3 Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 11:12PMChicago theatregoers get an intimate look at the plays of Neil LaBute when the playwright takes part in an evening at Profiles Theatre Company Jan. 3.
Hess, Blackhawks close out Dakota in strong second half Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 11:12PM When Stockton saw its double-digit lead begin to slip away in the third quarter against Dakota, Jared Hess made sure the Blackhawks wouldn’t let it get away with two big 3-pointers. Stockton didn’t look back from there, beating Dakota, 46-32, on Friday at Stockton High School.
Some cities see homicides drop in 2008 Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 7:17AMSeveral big cities, including Houston, saw fewer homicides last year
Art notes: From hot blues to cool art Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 7:15AMHot time in old town, second chance Friday and a mixed blend of art.
Ex-player turns to officiating Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 7:05AMThe goal for almost every player in the International Hockey League is to improve enough to rise to a higher level. That #8217;s also true for the officials who are trying to get better every night.
An Alaska ferry tale, strange but true Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 7:03AMAlaska TourismAn Alaska ferry cruises the Inside Passage. Alaska celebrates 50 years of statehood Jan. 3. We were 24 hours north of Bellingham, so spotting a bald eagle was already routine. But this time, a pair of the magnificent birds...
Gaza, the Ummah and Universal Compassion Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 7:02AMThe cries of an Israeli mother pain my heart just as those of a Palestinian mother. And I feel this way because I am part of the Muslim ‘ummah’, says Hesham A. Hassaballa .
Freight cars removed from Montana derailment site Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 12:17AMESSEX, Mont. (AP) - Sixteen freight cars have been removed from a site in northwestern Montana where a BNSF freight train derailed over the weekend.
Should a College Degree Be Essential? Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 12:15AMTo the Editor:.
Sensational rookies, hits and starts highlight NHL season so far Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 12:13AMTRACEY MYERS We’re barely removed from New Year’s Eve. The bells are still ringing — oh, wait, that’s just our ears. Some of us caught another great Winter Classic on NBC to make sure we at least avoided a hockey hangover. Still, it’s another big holiday and always a good time to reflect, so we bring you the "best of" so far in the 2008-09 season. Yes, we know there’s only been about three ...
Jazz Listings Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 12:11AMJAZZ.
Peoria jeweler sells Senate seats Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 12:01AM PEORIA — Gov. Rod Blagojevich might deny selling the state’s U.S. Senate seat, but “Al the Jeweler” is hopeful the public will want to buy plenty from him.
Lions pursuing, but Vikings’ Frazier focused on playoffs Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 12:01AMEDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. (AP) — Now that the Detroit Lions have called about defensive coordinator Leslie Frazier, the Minnesota Vikings expect interest from other teams with head coaching vacancies.
Parish keeps on giving - Illinois church embraces generous spirit throughout year Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 11:41PMSCHAUMBURG, Ill. - The members of Waterfront Community Church attend weekly services in a high school auditorium. Their contemporary Christian music rock band practices at someone’s home. And the pastor relies on a laptop and Starbucks for an office.
City, county tackle growing pains Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 5:15AMMountain Home officials dealt with the thorny issue of portable businesses and an indoor pool during most of the year in 2008, while county officials declared an end to attempts to bring commuter air service in at Ozark Regional Airport.
Defiant Illinois Governor Names Pick for Obama Seat Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 5:13AMFacing corruption charges, Gov. Rod R. Blagojevich named Roland W. Burris, a former state attorney general, to replace Barack Obama in the U.S. Senate.
City takes a closer look at $95k efficiency program Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 5:08AMThe city #8217;s management efficiency program is designed to save Fort Wayne money, but is it worth the price?
TransCanada to go it alone on Colorado pipeline Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 5:07AMCALGARY -- TransCanada Corp. said it is still committed to a $2-billion pipeline project in northwestern Colorado, despite the credit crunch that has forced its potential partners to withdraw.
Designer fosters global advocacy movement Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 5:04AMValerie Casey’s mission to raise awareness about sustainable practices up and down the supply chain has sprouted wings. What began in mid-2007 as a draft set of principles to help designers engage their clients in discussions about environmental responsibility has become a global movement.
Wife, daughter of Nathan Cox resettle in Q-C Monday, December 29, 2008 @ 7:02PMOn Christmas Day, they planned to catch a movie and then spend a night by the fire at home, but for Nathan Cox’s wife and daughter, memories of him are never far away.
Republicans say stimulus will cost $1 trillion, vow to scan for wasteful spending Monday, December 29, 2008 @ 6:53PMWASHINGTON (AP) — Congressional Republicans on Monday said they would work with Democrats to craft a plan to stimulate the economy, but only if GOP ideas are considered for a bill that could cost as much as $1 trillion.
Blagojevich lawyer gets few takers in defense of Gov. Monday, December 29, 2008 @ 6:51PMUPDATED 4:30 p.m. SPRINGFIELD -- Gov. Rod Blagojevich’s lawyer spent more than an hour Monday trying to convince a House panel there’s not enough evidence to impeach the governor. | Prosecutor wants to release wiretap tapes | Lt. Gov. Quinn not openly preparing yet
Rise Of The Fix-It Economy Monday, December 29, 2008 @ 6:48PMThere is plenty around the country that needs fixing, reports CBS News correspondent Hari Sreenivasan. In West Palm Beach, Judith Montrone is not waiting for the other shoe to drop. Instead, she is dropping off her shoes for repair.
A lasting peace deal needs more than slogans Monday, December 29, 2008 @ 2:58PMIf the president-elect, Barack Obama, was in any doubt about the size of the challenges facing him when he takes office, the latest eruption of violence between the Israelis and Palestinians in the Gaza Strip will help identify one of the defining issues of his presidency.
Option trader bets LDK will sustain gains by January Monday, December 29, 2008 @ 2:53PMCHICAGO, Dec 29 (Reuters) - At least one option trader on Monday is banking that Chinese solar wafer maker LDK Solar Co Ltd will stay above $10 a share by January expiration.
Q&A Mary Seramur Sunday, December 28, 2008 @ 7:06AMA love for creating art drew Mary Seramur to East Towne Jewelers 25 years ago. "One of the niches we have is redesigning old jewelry into new jewelry," she says. Finished pieces are either of Seramur’s own design or commissioned.
Vikings control destiny Sunday, December 28, 2008 @ 6:52AMTechnically speaking, the Minnesota Vikings do not have to beat the New York Giants today to get into the playoffs.
Robert Gibbs Prepares for His Starring Role Sunday, December 28, 2008 @ 6:37AMCan the ex-political knife-fighter adapt to the more genteel White House podium?
Playbook - 23 days to Inauguration - Gaza is ‘First test for Obama’ - Axelrod and Gibbs on Sunday sh Sunday, December 28, 2008 @ 6:21AMBrokaw on Russert. Remembering Samuel Huntington. After-hours tip for reporters covering the Waikiki White House.