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Norton High teacher placed on leave during police investigation
Mother is told missing daughter is dead during live TV show
Florida man denies cocaine found in buttocks is his
Ohio woman pretended to be boy to date teen girl
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Twinsburg Township man killed in one-car crash
Sheriff: Carrollton mother killed 2 children and herself
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Post office hostage-taker sentenced to 40 years
Police: Man attacks Massachusetts. officer, kills self
Texas octogenarian arrested on voter fraud charge
Hundreds evacuate downtown South Bend, Ind., after gas leak
Southern Baptist leader on yoga: Not Christianity
Judge jails attorney for not reciting Pledge of Allegiance in court
Data overload blocks tracking of sex offenders in 49 states
Blue-collar whites lean toward GOP
Poll's results resemble Republicans' advantage in 1994 when party captured House and Senate
Medal of Honor given to Army Green Beret
Obama thanks parents of staff sergeant killed in Taliban ambush in Afghanistan
Poverty taking flight to suburbs
Number of poor people jumps to 13.7 million; government aid scarce
Church protest case in court
Justices wrangle with free-speech issue, role of demonstrators at military funeral
Report says U.S. lowballed oil spill estimates
Assessment portrays Obama administration as withholding data
National news briefs - Oct. 7
Food-stamp aid sign of the times
Midnight grocery runs capture desperation of American families
Child identifies attacker at Memphis murder trial
Connecticut prisons to amend library policy
Black Pennsylvania judge rejects plea deal for 'white boy'
FBI: Stripper, drugs, guns and judge don't mix
U.S. unveils automobile safety ratings for crash tests
BMW 5 Series, Hyundai Sonata only models to receive five stars under government's new rules
Japanese-Americans get top U.S. honor
Obama awards Congressional Gold Medal to veterans of World War II era when internment camps were used
Immigrant gets life for bombing try
Pakistani, who came to U.S. in '98, unapologetic, presses religious views in court
National news briefs - Oct. 6
Scientists share Nobel in physics for carbon experiments
Duo's isolation of graphene with Scotch tape could lead to new lightweight materials
Acceptance gaining for hands-only CPR
New study says simple method saves more lives than using conventional mouth-to-mouth style
Bank bailout supporters face fight for re-election
Voters send Republicans and Democrats packing in primaries for endorsing $700 billion package
U.S. says 100 killed near Pakistan
Fighting Taliban faction raising border tensions
Abducted girl, 8, escapes when driver cuts off suspect's vehicle
Firefighters save 18-foot snake in burning home
Thoughtful golf course vandals put away carts when finished
Still-defiant Times Square bomber gets life sentence
Vermont police await ID of woman's body found in woods
Police: Florida gunman kills father, self; wounds 5
Doctors study genes to find heart disease
Scientists making progress with blood test to reduce unnecessary angiograms
Fertility researcher wins Nobel Prize
85-year-old from Britain helps develop in vitro technique that has resulted in some 4 million births around world |
National news briefs - Oct. 5
Sides unearth skeletons, dirt in final weeks
Candidates try to scare up votes by revealing secret tape, misleading claims, illegal worker
Supreme Court justices check out new kid
Kagan asks pointed questions on bankruptcy case, disqualifies self from other
Emanuel hits the streets in Chicago
Candidate for mayor begins long campaign, faces skeptical voters
School bus rolls over in Georgia, killing 1 person
Canada seeks clemency for man on Montana death row
Officials: No evidence U.S. targeted in new terror threat
Census shows connectedness of world's marine life
Inmate sues over discarded sandwiches
Georgia church van flips, killing 4 and injuring 15
New survey on sex in U.S., biggest since 1994
Health plan not meeting expectations
Centerpiece of overhaul sees low enrollment in many areas
Chicago mayoral bid online for Emanuel
Former White House chief of staff posts video saying he'll seek long-desired job
National news briefs - Oct. 4
Crews rescue 17 from Ferris wheel
Be careful where you dock laptop
Warm computers can discolor skin on legs
U.S. issuing an advisory for traveling in Europe
Government will urge citizens to be cautious as result of threats
Islamic project is futuristic, secular in NYC
Center and mosque near ground zero aims to serve area residents, Muslims
Kagan will miss many Supreme Court cases
Ex-Obama solicitor general recuses herself from at least 21 as court begins term Monday
National news briefs - Oct. 3, 2010
Activists rally in D.C. to support Democrats
Thousands participate in diverse counterpoint to Beck and Tea Party
Ohio's political pendulum swings away from Dems
Recent drop in unemployment seen as too little, too late to help Obama & Co. GOP talking jobs
For parents of war dead, combat's end revives pain
Iraqi withdrawal begins sense of finality but no closure for grieving mother
Prosecutor's blog tests limits of free speech
Anti-gay comments spark debate on rights of public employees
Militants attack convoys carrying fuel for NATO
Supply lines to foreign troops in Afghanistan vulnerable with one shut down
Activists rallying after N.J. student's suicide
Ellen DeGeneres, others call attention to bullying, encourage tormented gay teens to be strong
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U.S. funds help alter the focus of sex ed curriculum
Abstinence-only takes back seat to programs about making choices
Obama's new chief of staff softens White House tone
Outspoken, combative Rahm exits for Chicago while quiet, media-shy Rouse enters
U.S. apologizes for syphilis study in Guatemala
Scientists infected prisoners and mental patients in 1940s in experiment uncovered by historian
Storm drenches Northeast
Flood warnings and watches in effect after 6 inches of rain falls in a few hours
Woman flees escaped prisoner who passed out drunk
Emotions run high at Rutgers after teen's suicide
Search resumes for U.S. man shot in Mexican waters; pirate warnings renewed
Police kill N.J. man who shoots 3 sons, 2 fatally
Mighty rains deluge cars, close roads in Northeast
Dad who used 2-year-old as shield from Taser gets jail
Police: 4-year-old runs over, kills newborn
Multifaceted Tony Curtis dies
From early bit parts to comedy to drama, he just wanted to be a movie star
Movie director Arthur Penn
His 'Bonnie and Clyde' aimed to reflect times
Recession adds millions to Medicaid rolls
Survey finds enrollment grew 8.2 percent in 2009; one of every six Americans in program
Emanuel to resign today in Obama staff exodus
Chief of staff is latest in recent high-profile midterm farewells but not unexpected
Maid's claim shocks Calif. governor's race
Whitman's housekeeper says candidate was aware of her immigration status
Boehner says both parties are to blame in Congress
House minority leader urges reform as the election nears. Independents' support sought
National news briefs - Oct. 1
Armed pirates shoot U.S. tourist in Mexican waters, sheriff says
Storms drench East, drop 12 inches on N.C.
Four die in accident on wet road. Farmers see relief from drought
EPA reviewing toxic chemical for regulation
Family sues over Pennsylvania man's unheeded 911 calls
New York man admits fatal standoff shooting of baby son
Dad, son blame each other in Oregon bomb plot
Dozens charged in New York in global computer virus scam
Nebraska man called relatives before hospital shootout
NYC fire kills 8-year-old boy, hurts 5 other kids
Rate board denies Postal Service price-hike plea
Secret sex video linked to college student's suicide
'Goldilocks' planet could be just right for life
Astronomers say it is in right zone to be prime candidate for harboring life, but questions still remain
Congress runs away for election
Lawmakers delay action on budget, other battles
Kissinger says failures in Vietnam were by U.S.
At conference, Nixon aide says North's will to win was greater than expected
National news briefs - Sept. 30
Research blossoms after spill in Gulf
Once ignored, area gets millions just from BP
House passes 9/11 health bill to help sick workers
Study: Audio recordings of U.S. history fading fast
University of Texas shooter described as intelligent, unemotional
Dead bear dumped outside California market
Libraries launch apps to sync with iPod generation
National news briefs - Sept. 29
Carter hospitalized while in Cleveland
Former president treated at MetroHealth, expected to be OK, resume tour
Police seizure, secrecy case go before top court
Justices' selections for new term include petitions over Anna Nicole Smith funds, criminal appeals
Senate bill to protect jobs defeated
Republicans object saying it would make U.S. companies less competitive
Gunman fires AK-47 on campus
Student kills self in spree at University of Texas. No one else is injured
Crashes increase after states ban texting, study says
Police: Man kills self after shooting at University of Texas
4 dead, including child, 1 hurt in Boston shooting
Survey: Depression up 25 percent on Gulf after oil spill
Spill panel says federal confusion lost public trust
Obama administration's low estimates on spewing oil is compared to Custer's Last Stand
GOP groups overwhelm Dems with political ads
Looser rules, anti-incumbent feeling contribute to big spending gap
'Big questions' could point way to targeted cancer care
Researchers examine genetics of tumors to predict spread, create personalized therapies
Congress asked to study urological war wounds
Medical experts want better treatment, better-designed body armor for protection
Obama calls for longer school year
President says unions can be part of solution to 'dropout factories,' mediocre teachers
National news briefs - Sept. 28
U.S. law enforcement wants to make wiretaps easier
Critics warn of invasion of privacy. Communications services would be forced to make plain text available
'Titanic' actress Gloria Stuart
A Hollywood beauty in the 1930s, she is oldest Academy Award nominee
Georgia preparing again to execute suicidal inmate
Pennsylvania State Police says bulletins caused headaches
Attorney says 'sexting' Wisconsin prosecutor to resign
Philly tow truck driver charged with killing rival
Baby hit in head by bullet piece from upstairs
Flood-damaged levee holds in central Wisconsin
Man kills wife, 4 stepkids, self; spares own kids
Report: Significant cheating by FBI agents on exam
Pennsylvania judge, constable help nab suspect
Report: U.S. would make Internet wiretaps easier
Residents flee homes as Wisconsin levee starts to fail
Megachurch pastor's flock standing by him
How much is life worth? New drugs tote huge cost
$93,000 cancer therapy that adds mere months revives argument over who gets care
Embattled Ga. preacher vows to fight allegations
Megachurch congregation voices support after suits claiming sexual misconduct
National news briefs - Sept. 27
Abu Ghraib detainees still waiting for amends
Iraqi abuse victims petition Supreme Court to hear case against contractors for U.S.
Stink bug invasion fouls farmers' yields
Asian bug is chomping through veggies, fruit on its march westward
Stimulus funds not delivering highway jobs
Some states moving slowly on projects. Nation far from delivering on Obama year-end prediction
Dems expect tax cut vote after election
Compromise with GOP more likely then, White House, party leaders say
Damaged plane lands safely in New York
Ga. pastor vows to fight sex allegations
Many Americans think health law didn't do enough
On the other hand, 1 in 5 says federal government shouldn't even be involved in decision, poll finds
Some churches are thin on misconduct safeguards
Sex allegations against Georgia pastor latest scandal among megachurch leaders
National news briefs - Sept. 26
Rove leads shadow Republican network
Bush coalition regroups to capture both House and Senate in November
White House uses state-secret privilege
Justice Department wants lawsuit on behalf of cleric born in U.S. and suspected of terrorism thrown out
National news briefs - Sept. 25, 2010
Bank teller wearing bomb steals to live
Fla. thieves strap explosives to abducted employee, hold his father hostage during successful robbery
Lesbian will get military job back
Judge orders Air Force to reinstate ousted nurse in legal setback to policy
Newark mayor's mettle impresses Internet tycoon
Facebook founder pledges $100 million to school system after meeting with N.J. leader
Poll: GOP backers more fired up
Democrats are showing less interest in elections; both parties unpopular
House may act on tax cuts
Under pressure from some Democrats, Pelosi says issue could come up for vote before fall elections
Obama on offensive
He condemns allegation by Iran's leader that U.S. involved in 9/11
Bill targets China's manipulation of currency
House panel OKs measure that would allow Obama administration to put tariffs on Chinese goods
Police: Connecticut man stole flag, put up hippo toy
Man linked to 23 kids gets prison in support case
Wife charged in lawyer-husband's death
Amgen recalls anemia drugs due to glass flakes
Bank robbers strap bomb to abducted teller
Aye Carumba! Bart Simpson statue stolen
Education in U.S. gets big screen close up
Comedian breaks record with 40-hour standup act
Obama tries to keep Mideast peace hopes alive
U.N. address encourages Israel to extend freeze on building settlements
1950s singer, actor Eddie Fisher dies
Dems delay vote on Bush-era tax cuts
Meeting fails to produce an agreement on how to proceed
Republicans promote agenda to cut taxes, reduce spending
GOP's 'Pledge to America' comes up short on details, declines to mention issues
U.S. regulators limit use of diabetes drug
European health officials ban controversial Avandia because of heart attack risk
Facebook's founder giving $100 million to N.J. schools
Huge donation is coming ahead of unflattering film about 26-year-old tycoon
National news briefs - Sept. 24
Some Medicare drug plans face double-digit increases
More than half of Ohio insurers raising rates next year, research group says
Congress sends small business bill to Obama
Measure to create $30 billion federal fund to help banks issue loans. Critics say impact minimal
School district to get $100 million Facebook donation
Officer: Home invasion suspects texted hours before
Fewer children killed in motor vehicle crashes in 2009
Woman fends off bear attack with zucchini
Girl, 7, says she knew 2 siblings died in closet all were locked in
Boy who found lighter, brought it to school is suspended
'Secure zone' suggested to counter computer threat
Marine admits he helped kill 50 petting zoo ducks
Woman charged with stealing from grandmother
Philadelphia to become largest U.S. city with casino
Patrol: Driver smoked pot heavily day before deadly Utah bus crash
Authorities: Gunman wounds 3, kills self in Nebraska
New heart valves easier to implant
Study finds procedure that snakes through artery instead of cracking chest benefits older patients
National news briefs - Sept. 23
Obama defends, refines approach to overseas aid
President throws support behind targeting assistance to reform-minded countries
Clinton says give Dems time
Former president believes party can still win election if it goes on the offensive
Marshal apologizes for paying for lap dance during visit to serve warrant
Dog poop has bright side: Powering park lamp
Senator calls for expansion of textbook rentals
Largest U.S. tax increase ever? Not quite
As rhetoric heats up between Democrats and Republicans, the truth is in the middle
National news briefs - Sept. 22
Obama honors 1968 act of bravery
Not too late to pay tribute, president says of soldier shot in Laos
Nine NATO troops die in Afghan chopper crash
'Large number' of Americans among dead, U.S. military official says. Cause unclear
Poll finds health law confusing Americans
Many people lack facts about overhaul's effects on insurance coverage
Teacher bonuses score low in study
No link found between student achievement, merit pay in examination of Tennessee district
Republicans block bill to lift military gay ban
Being obese comes with hefty price tag
Report finds the extra weight costs people thousands more a year; women most affected
Distracted drivers cause fewer deaths
Numbers drop 6 percent in 2009 from previous year. Transportation secretary says problem still epidemic
FDA considers salmon that's genetically altered
Critics warn of 'frankenfish' that might cause allergies, harm wild population
U.S. Muslims voice support for plan near ground zero
Leaders of Islamic groups propose interfaith dialogue to fight religious intolerance
Obama says many still hurting post-recession
He challenges Tea Party activists to offer solutions, not just complaints
Recession came to end in June 2009, panel says
Economic researchers believe the downturn began in December '07
GOP is divided on what to do with health care
Legislators support repeal of law, but lack clear plan on what to put in its place
U.S. official says blown-out oil well 'effectively dead'
Tests show BP spill is permanently sealed; those in Gulf greet announcement with muted fanfare
Ben Affleck's 'Town' takes No. 1 spot The Town is...
National news briefs - Sept. 20
Early voting changing candidates' campaign strategies
At least 30 percent of ballots are expected to be sent in before Election Day
President Ahmadinejad says future belongs to Iran
Leader in U.S. for U.N. assembly insists country doesn't want atomic bomb
Released U.S. hiker says companions aren't spies
Woman, 32, insists 'huge misunderstanding' led to their detentions by Iran
'Town' tops weekend box office
Missing members of cult found safe in Calif. park
Freed hiker says she was not a spy
Army battling surge in drug abuse, crime
As Iraq war winds down, U.S. military confronts behavior problems that officers often overlooked
National news briefs - Sept. 19
Separating fact, fiction in Bush tax-cut debate
Who will be affected by proposed changes and how? Nonpartisan center experts provide some answers
Obama tries to stoke support in fiery campaign speech
President appeals for grass-roots efforts to quell GOP attempt to regain power
Afghan fraud accusations no deterrent to contractor
Despite evidence of overbilling U.S. taxpayers, company still winning big rebuilding projects
World leaders to measure progress on helping poor
Summit in New York to scrutinize goals and what still needs to be done
Bermuda braces for Igor; Mexico mourns after Karl
Weather systems are still dangerous tropical storms, even as they weaken
Oil disaster not over for weary Gulf residents
Cement signals blown-out well is near death, but businesses on coastline are struggling to rebuild
Customers wringing hands over not-so-shiny dishes
Greener formulas for products like dishwasher detergent not as effective
Few in Washington city are angry at acid-hoax woman
Community members say they are confounded by story police say was a lie
Police nab 6 in alleged plot against the pope in London
Pontiff sticks to schedule for state visit despite raid at city street-cleaning depot
Muslims planning summit over center
Islamic groups come together to discuss furor over New York City site
National news briefs - Sept. 18
Obama's new assistant to help create agency
Consumer advocate Warren will shape bureau that will write, enforce lending rules
Americans years away from recovering wealth
Consumers unlikely to ramp up spending as net worth remains stagnant
Lawsuit seeks data on Gulf oil disaster
Environmental group says White House keeping documents on extent, severity of spill damage
MSHA says explosive coal dust found at West Virginia mine
Police say acid attack self-inflicted
Teen showed police how he killed brother
U.S. fights order to release Guantanamo detainee
Weather service to probe whether tornado hit New York City
Police: Officers shoot gunman on Capitol Hill
Woman's ex-spouse, son emerge after 17 years
Officials defend gas-pipe policies
Survey of key states finds no safety reviews ordered since California explosion
'Sexting' downplayed
Wis. prosecutor says messages he sent to abuse victim were 'respectful'
Sealing oil well unlikely to halt worries in Gulf
Livelihoods in fishing, tourism might suffer for years, residents say
Cartoonist in fear for life
On advice of FBI, Seattle artist goes into hiding over Mohammed satire
Expiring tax cuts would affect all
If lawmakers don't renew, families at every level could see more withheld from their paychecks
Senate approves new loan fund
Measure encourages bank lending to small businesses
Gunman kills himself, mother at Md. hospital
Distraught son shoots surgeon in patient's room at Johns Hopkins
National news briefs - Sept. 17
Legislation would tighten oversight of U.S. pipelines
Oil spill, blast call attention to violations over safety
States cutting benefits for retirees
Government workers feeling sting of budget cuts as New Jersey and 19 other states face shortfalls
National news briefs - Sept. 16
Poll shows political climate growing more in favor of GOP
Americans critical of Obama, Democrats heading into general election
Latest Mideast talks end amid violence
U.S.-brokered negotiations fail to reach deal
Pot knockoff bans go up in smoke
Merchants changing the chemical formula to offer legal alternative
TV host Edwin Newman dies at 91
Newscaster worked at NBC for 32 years
Man who invented the Club
James Winner, 81, dies in traffic accident in Pa.
Prosecutor: Man drank for hours before crash that killed Angels' pitcher
Allen says blown-out Gulf of Mexico oil well to be sealed by Sunday
Oregon rescuers dig camel out of sinkhole
Feds probe time it took to shut down gas pipe
Police: Man crashes, tries to tow two cars while drunk
Who's a family? New study tracks shifting U.S. views
Scientists release early map of DNA for tree that produces chocolate
Sea burial botched as man's body resurfaces
Court says hoisting up saggy pants not an illegal search
Who has a better plan for Ohio?
Democrat Strickland, Republican Kasich trade accusations during first gubernatorial debate
Iran frees American woman after bail deal
Hiker is released for $500,000. Fiance, second male companion remain in jail accused of spying
Changing attitudes redefine American families
Research shows couples of same sex more accepted today because of a greater open social environment
Senate vote clears way for credit plan for small businesses
Democrats crack GOP filibuster with help of Voinovich. House awaits bill
Tea Party favorite wins in Delaware
Unknown O'Donnell claims GOP Senate primary over political veteran backed by key Republicans
National news briefs - Sept. 15
Security funding by Iraqis going fast
U.S. insists surpluses of new government may diminish quickly
Pipeline troubles draw scrutiny from Congress
Lawmakers mull tougher regulations after spills contaminate Midwest, explosion in California
Soldier admits killing 2 roommates in northern New York
FDA questions safety, effectiveness with diet pill
Court blasts Wisconsin judge for Hitler reference
Escaped monkey roams hills in Texas
Aging gas pipe at risk of explosion nationwide
Tuberculosis scare patient seeks to sue CDC
Canadian company shuts down third oil pipeline
GOP insists on tax relief at all incomes
Battle over extended cuts has Boehner dropping compromise
Imam says mosque site is not 'hallowed ground'
Leader behind divisive project in New York City tells critics he's studying options
Restaurants asked to give kids' meals big upgrade
First lady requests portions with more fruit, vegetables, fewer calories for children
Family of American asks Iran to drop bail
Jailed woman's release complicated by feuds, questions of payment
National news briefs - Sept. 14
Tea Party challenges GOP in final round
Democrats hope Republican primaries this week will net unelectable candidates for opposition
Scientists find thick oil layers on Gulf floor
Dead shrimp, other animals are underneath, says researcher. Surface, shore show resilience
Deputies handcuff 7-foot alligator near school
Police evacuate parts of Capitol after powdery substance found
Arkansas bar fight leads to death of Oklahoma officer
Church members show faith with tattoos
Researchers: Thick coat of oil on Gulf of Mexico sea floor
Geithner welcomes GOP support for Obama's tax plan
Scores on SAT college entrance test hold steady
Imam says resolution to New York City mosque debate in works
FBI says violent crime fell again last year
California neighbors survey ruins of blasted hillside
Second Colorado fire erupts, destroys at least 1 home
Boehner says he'd back targeted tax cuts
House minority leader from Ohio willing to support maintaining lower rates for only middle-class earners
U.S. regulators endorse new global bank rules
Financial institutions told to increase cash on hand in attempt to avoid future crises
National news briefs - Sept. 13
Swift, West dominate spotlight at VMAs
Outrageous Lady Gaga nabs top prize, 7 others; Black Keys take trophy
Coast to coast, Tea Party promotes its message
Organizers recall Sept. 11 attacks as rallies across U.S. seek to galvanize supporters
Urgency ups stakes for Mideast peace
Clinton, Obama warn time running out as talks resume. Dispute over extending settlement ban weighs on efforts
Residents return after pipeline blast
At least four dead, nearly 50 homes destroyed in suburban San Francisco
Afghan security steadily declining
Taliban on rise in areas once viewed as safe. U.S. says greater rate of attacks reflects troop surge
National news briefs - Sept. 12
Officials investigate gas line blast in Calif.
4 dead, 2 missing as crews assess damage, look for cause and try to restore basic services
GOP leader's alliance with lobbyists is strong
Boehner's close ties coming under attack. Republican says it's politically motivated
Colo. fire retardant drops under scrutiny
Environmentalists say hazardous chemicals pollute lakes, creeks
Small businesses closely watching tax-cut debate
Obama, Democrats want return to pre-2001 levels of 36 percent, 39.6 percent on high-income earners
Job hopes sag, but military recruitment thrives
Service branches see entrance-exam scores top records as unemployment fuels the competition
Obama pleads for tolerance at memorial
Tributes to victims of Sept. 11 terrorist attacks take place amid controversies and increasing anti-Muslim sentiment
Kremlin suppresses dissent with support of Microsoft
Russian government cites pirated software when it seizes computers of foes
Record poverty increase expected in U.S.
Grim census findings are unfortunate timing for Obama, Democrats
Officials confident they can stop Colorado wildfire
Dueling demonstrations follow 9/11 memorial
First lady speaks at Flight 93 crash site
EPA says Ill. pipeline leak is slowing
Residents still barred from neighborhood of California explosion
Senate urged to repeal 'don't ask, don't tell'
Gay-rights groups push lawmakers to address issue after judge rules policy unconstitutional
Daley says everyone can be replaced
Chicago mayor avoids endorsing a successor
Mosque battle deepens pall on 9/11
Activists on both sides plan rallies near ground zero as nation commemorates terrorist attacks
Obama urges U.S. to remain united
President believes poor economy helped stir anger at Muslims, wants Americans to guard against fears
National news briefs - Sept. 11
World news briefs - Sept. 11, 2010
Storm in Atlantic gathering strength
Forecasters predict that Igor will grow to hurricane in days
California officials seek cause of gas line explosion
4 die, 50 injured in blast that rocks neighborhood in San Francisco suburb
Police: Mom pulls gun on seventh-grade students
Man arrested twice in one night for DUI
Woman held after 2 shot dead at Pennsylvania cookie plant
Afghans protest, Florida pastor plans to meet New York imam
Judge says she'll stop military's 'don't ask, don't tell' policy
1 dead, 53 homes destroyed in California fire
President offers blunt assessment for Democrats
Obama says voters focusing on economy will back Republicans
Obama: Emanuel could lead Chicago
President stops short of giving chief of staff endorsement for post
Preacher flip-flops on Quran burning
Pastor claims imam lied to him about deal to move mosque from ground zero
Traffic deaths across America skid to new low
Level not seen since 1950 as 33,808 die on highways
National news briefs - Sept. 10
Embryonic stem-cell funding OK'd
Court gives short-term approval for government to award federal money, but battle's just begun
Obesity in women raises colon cancer risk, researchers say
At least 169 homes destroyed in Colorado wildfire
FDA warns of deadly side effect with imaging drugs
Obama: Emanuel would be 'terrific' Chicago mayor
Report: LAPD officer involved in previous shootings
U.S. highway deaths fall to lowest level since 1950
Questions, worries, arguments preceded Gulf blast that sparked oil spill
Obama implores minister to call off Quran burning
Obama says tax breaks for richest must expire
Speaking at campus in Parma, president says GOP philosophy is what got country in 'this mess'
Destructive fires add to hardship in Detroit
Flames, probably sparked by wind-tossed power lines, spread from house to house
Florida pastor on fringe of Christian life in U.S.
He's adamant about proceeding with Quran burnings Saturday to protest 9/11 attacks
National news briefs - Sept. 9
BP quick to point fingers in explosion report
Oil giant gives possible preview of legal strategy, accepts small portion of blame. Critics call it self-serving
Panel says toughen offshore well rules
More inspectors on job, more stringent penalties for violations proposed
Media mogul, billionaire, donor John Kluge dies at 95
Eight missing as wildfire scatters Colorado residents
About 3,500 have been evacuated from drought-ravaged area north of Boulder
Legalizing pot in California among 150 ballot measures
Voters in 35 states to decide a variety of issues ranging from abortion to liquor sales on Nov. 2
2 motorists die in Texas in flooding from storm
City to auction off 143 garden gnomes
Winds push fires through dozens of Detroit homes
Rhode Island officer gets 40 years for rape at substation
Gamer suspended over name of town: Fort Gay
Florida minister says Sept. 11 Quran burn still planned
BP report blames itself, others for oil spill
'Old Farmer's Almanac:' Global cooling to continue
Former CIA officer implicated in abuse
Sources say interrogator remains a contractor for U.S. intelligence
Athletes can milk the benefits
Whey, casein make it more beneficial rebuilding muscles than sports drinks
White House becomes stage for inaugural dance event
First lady hosts performances, including tribute to outgoing Alvin Ailey leader
House Dems prepare to fight GOP onslaught
Republicans could gain 40 seats party needs to command majority
Twin towers relic installed at memorial
Construction continues at site of attacks, with access limited
Pharmacy robberies increase across U.S.
With painkillers listed as a top drug problem, crime on rise at stores
Quran-burning scheme draws national concern
Minister of Florida church insists on proceeding with plan despite danger to troops
National news briefs - Sept. 8
Colorado wildfire forces 3,500 residents to flee
At least 63 structures destroyed, authorities say after survey of half the area
Microbes take bite out of spill, but effects unknown
Oil is vanishing from Gulf, but dispersants used to break it up could still prove harmful
Obama refuses to keep Bush-era tax cuts
Compromise ruled out on breaks for wealthy. Business incentives planned in bid for jobs
Non-word 'refudiate' gets most online searches
Yellow jackets sting woman more than 500 times
Tropical Storm Hermine crosses into Texas
Tax cuts sore spot to Ohio delegation
Democrats might rebel, keep Bush-era breaks
Little Rock 9 pioneer of '50s dies in Ohio
Jefferson Thomas made stand against segregation as high school student
Obama proposes billions for travel upgrades
Repairs of roads, rails, runways would also provide much-needed jobs, president avows
Money buys happiness to a point, study finds
Researchers say mood improves with income up to about $75,000
Billions needed to train Afghan security forces
Additional troops sought as well. Spending plans call for U.S. help through 2015
Not all presidents who write books will find success
George W. Bush is the latest to announce plans. 6 of 13 have been on best-seller lists in life or death
National news briefs - Sept. 7
Hormone may aid in picking medicine
Three studies suggest doctors test patients with hypertension
Obama struggling to get judges confirmed
Republicans stalling approval of nominations, as 102 out of 854 positions waiting to be filled
GOP poised for wins in races for governor
Tough economy, voter anger favor Republicans. Seats up for grabs in many battleground states
Hurricane watch issued for Texas-Mexico coast
Ex-soldier surrenders after standoff at Army hospital
Jefferson Thomas, member of Little Rock 9, dies of cancer
Plane crash on Nevada street kills 1, injures 3
Obama rolls out jobs program
Comedian Schimmel dies at 60
Frequent contributor on Stern, Conan shows injured in car accident
Are fireflies' lights dimming?
Volunteers track numbers on database sponsored by Boston museum
Future hiring likely to favor high-skilled
Outlook is poor for workers with less training
Speaker-in-waiting Boehner balances Republican factions
House GOP leader from Ohio promises to dismantle Obama's health-care law if party gains control in D.C.
National news briefs - Sept. 6
President wants research credits from Congress
Obama to aid Dems in Wisconsin
President to speak with union workers at Labor Day event
Frugal buying more gizmos to save money
Gadgets to conserve soap, toothpaste are in, but some scoff at price
Army studying effect of concussion on soldiers
Bomb technicians based in Fort Campbell, Ky., subjects of tests by military
Democrats now in line to pay the price
Republicans hope to capitalize on voters' frustrations with economy, incumbents. Balance of power at stake
Craigslist strikes ads listing adult services
Web site section shut down under pressure from prosecutors over sex-crime concerns
National news briefs - Sept. 5
Earl unleashes most damage on New England businesses
Storm leads vacationers to cancel hotel reservations, forgo shops and restaurants
Key evidence in oil spill raised to Gulf's surface
Crane hoists 300-ton blowout preventer a mile. Investigators will try to figure out why it failed
Afghanistan closer to talks with rebels
President Karzai working to round out members of High Peace Council to pursue the negotiations
Democrats plan political triage to stem House losses
Plan calls for funding best-chance candidates while conceding seats to Republican rivals
President vows help for middle class
Obama acknowledges recession's toll. Critic blasts new regulations
'Birth tourism' produces fewer immigrant babies
Experts say women don't cross border as much to assure child's citizenship
Governor backs off from claims of beheadings
Brewer's statements about Arizona violence haunt her at debate
Scientist in '03 plague scare sparks shutdown of airport
Officials release researcher without charges after testing suspicious canister
Investor in proposed mosque gives to Hamas-linked charity
Earl dodges N.C., heads to Cape Cod
Hurricane loses steam, turns into tropical storm as it reaches New England
Fire on Gulf oil rig complicates drilling debate
Accident fuels calls to extend deep-water ban. Officials resist comparisons to BP disaster
National news briefs - Sept. 4
Corruption hurts Afghan campaign to crush Taliban
Citizens fear central government can't provide security as military attempts to oust insurgents
Earl weakens to Category 1, heads for Northeast
Latest Gulf oil rig problem differs from BP spill
Pearl Harbor marks 65th anniversary of WWII's end
Police: Man left grandson in casino lot
Some flooding on N.C. Outer Banks as Hurricane Earl passes
Police question scientist in Miami airport scare
Rains hit N.C. as Earl weakens
East braces for storms. Officials warn hurricane remains strong
National news briefs - Sept. 3
Some Democrats buck tax plan
More resist Obama proposal to let part of Bush administration's cuts expire
Rig explodes, but crew OK, no Gulf spill
No oil leak reported after fire aboard platform off Louisiana coast forces 13 workers into water
Man dragged by car he was pushing up hill
New York state Senate candidate charged with stalking ex-girlfriend
Earl threatens East Coast with weekend pounding
Another rig explodes off Louisiana coast; oil spreading
Girl, 6, mom and officer bit by K-9 in Pennsylvania
10-year-old shot in Brooklyn
Homeless man calls 911 from hot tub, seeks cocoa
Feds failing to use land to produce solar power
Tracts remain idle 5 years after government opened up stretches to developers
New test for TB offers several advantages
Scientists say fast, highly accurate process detects drug-resistant strain. Experts hope tool will revolutionize care in poor nations, U.S.
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Vacationers move inland as Earl nears East Coast
Perfect weather belies potential destruction from major hurricane
Forecasters get high-tech help
Computer models improve accuracy, but storm like Earl can still be tricky
Swing sets removed at some West Virginia schools
Number of illegal immigrants in U.S. now declining
Youth football player dies from injury
2 face trial in boiling water attack on mom
Police officer forced out over marijuana plant
Island evacuations start as Hurricane Earl nears East Coast
Police say possible body found in western Pennsylvania barrel
Man plunges 39 stories, lands on car, survives
Obama says U.S. role in Iraq combat over
President turns emphasis of war address to dire state of economy
National news briefs - Sept. 1
Benefits seen for ovary removal
Study finds women at high risk for cancer may reduce threat, live longer with preventative surgery
Makeover changes feel of Oval Office
Obama chooses relaxed color scheme, plush sofas
East Coast braces for Earl
Forecasters still expecting hurricane's dangerous center to remain in Atlantic
Fewer U.S. children living in foster care
Shift in local, federal practices credited with drop
Ethics policy aims to rein in drilling agency
Rules block inspectors from duties involving family members, friends
Judge: School district must pay $260,000 in spying case
Montana drinking and driving culture at crossroads
Teen who zapped nipples during shop class sues
Hurricane Earl threatens U.S. coast after hitting Caribbean
Man accused of torturing woman over Facebook post
Man hangs self days after death sentence lifted
Agency studies awarding grades for auto fuel use
Revisions to window stickers are proposed to help vehicle buyers. Industry fears an impact on sales
Obama to cap combat in Iraq, turn to Mideast
President to declare Iraqis in charge of the war, meet with Israelis, Palestinians
Obamas dish on daughters
Parents reveal tidbits about Malia, Sasha, including their activities, wake-up time
National news briefs - Aug. 31
Scientists urge major overhaul of climate panel
Experts reviewing troubled U.N. committee don't call for ouster of its current chairman
Growing Hurricane Earl threatens U.S. coast
Winds reach 135 mph as storm batters Caribbean islands. Warnings issued
Diabetes No. 1 claim of Vietnam veterans
Thousands compensated for possible link, direct or indirect, to Agent Orange
FDA finds rodents, other contamination at egg farms
Teen motorcycle racer killed in crash at Indy
Standoff continues in Alaska where gunman killed 2 officers
Obama pledges to revive Gulf Coast
President visits New Orleans on anniversary of Katrina, renews promises to hold BP accountable for spill damage
Families of veterans question drug's role in deaths
Soldiers with post-traumatic stress disorder often are given anti-psychotic that critics view as risky
National news briefs - Aug. 30
'Mad Men' wins drama, 'Modern Family,' comedy
Emmy trophies also go to actress Jane Lynch, director Ryan Murphy for 'Glee'
Internet could spell end of Oxford dictionary in print
Twenty-tome set can't keep up with cost, ease of use of going online
Beck, Palin urge return of American honor, values
Tens of thousands attend event on National Mall. Counter-rally organized by civil-rights activists
Experts agree Alzheimer's remains unstoppable disease
Jury of 15 medical scientists concludes nothing has been proven to reduce risk
National news briefs -- Aug. 29, 2010
A new bank emerges despite tough times
Ex-LSU player operates only facility that becomes federally insured this year
President's war tenure has steep learning curve
Obama to formally end Iraq combat mission, defend buildup in Afghanistan
Hope, faith return to city caught 'between storms'
New Orleans trumpets progress since Katrina, but BP oil spill exposes city's vulnerabilities
U.S. birthrate is plummeting with economy
Decline in number of babies mirrors Depression trend
British researchers decipher genetic code of wheat
Scientists hope analysis leads to better harvests to fight global hunger
National news briefs - Aug. 28
La. poll gives Bush better mark in crisis
61 percent disapprove of Obama's leadership during oil spill in Gulf
Egg recall shows cracks in system
Farming ban doesn't deter 'habitual violator' from doing business in Iowa
Torpedo found at Philadelphia construction site
Meth defendant accused of going to court with meth in pants
Sheriff's deputy fatally shot near Arizona-Utah border
Former FEMA head: Government didn't tell all on Hurricane Katrina
Beck says rally is to reclaim civil rights
Event on anniversary of speech by King draws strong criticism. Portage Tea Party plans to attend
Contamination common at coal ash sites
People near dumps in Stark County, elsewhere at risk from foul water
NASA Kepler telescope finds possible Earth-size planet
Scientists say discovery is 2,000 light-years away
Johnson & Johnson unit recalls two kinds of ASR hip implants
Patients who've had surgery with either product are advised to visit their surgeon for evaluation
National news briefs - Aug. 27
Spill impact sporadic, tax-record study shows
AP finds some areas doing better economically, others faring much worse
90,000 U.S. inmates sexually victimized behind bars
Army ending its GED program for aspiring soldiers
Flying fish knocks paddler from river race
Fire crew finds boy treading water in basement
Web site hit with $11 million judgment for post about teacher who is also NFL cheerleader
Serial stabbings suspect blamed in Ohio attack being extradited to Michigan
Snake in electrical box causes hospital outage
New type of artificial cornea can restore sight, study finds
Method attempts to regenerate cells, preventing need for standard transplant
National news briefs - Aug. 26
Dems heartened by Tea Party wins in GOP primaries
Ultra-conservatives face general-election claims of being far too extreme
3 million may feel Medicare drug change
Some prescription plans to be dumped under health-care reform, forcing participants to switch coverage
Infected hens' eggs could be used in food
Eggs not already shipped out will be pasteurized to kill any salmonella, then sold to processors
Former Republican chairman Mehlman tells magazine he's gay, backs marriage
Soldiers face more charges in Afghan killings
Army adds conspiracy count in deaths of three civilians. Seven others charged in alleged cover-up
33 trapped miners must stay skinny
Men's waists can't be more than 35 inches around to make it out of planned escape tunnel in Chile
U.S. soldiers face additional charges in Afghan killings
Army adds conspiracy counts in deaths of three civilians. Seven others charged in alleged cover-up
Spies probe U.S. military computers
Pentagon reveals attack in 2008 but won't give details about incident
U.S. Serbian Orthodox leader dies
Indiana man charged in Pennsylvania Facebook stalking case
Hurricane Frank forms in the Pacific
Mistake on application might have cost N.J. federal education grant
New microbe discovered eating oil spill in Gulf of Mexico
Woman's unclaimed body left in hearse 9 days
Honolulu's long-standing trash woes growing worse
Developmentally disabled girl found dead in Washington; 18-year-old detained
Power problem halt trains throughout Northeast
Biden tells auto workers industry will thrive again
Stop in Toledo comes as GM, Chrysler prepare for stock sales to repay bailout aid
National news briefs - Aug. 24
Obama official leading charge for electric cars
Administration wants consumers to start switch this decade, backs development of autos, batteries
Five states are seeking to shut 'carp highway'
First hearing is held in U.S. court. Judge sets dates for experts to discuss fish DNA
Gulf residents struggling in aftermath of oil spill
Cleanup work dries up, cutting off men who still can't go back to fishing
Audit: US cannot account for $8.7B in Iraqi funds
Nelson ensures 60 votes for bank regulation bill
Feds open criminal probe of Gulf oil spill
Right to remain silent? Suspect better speak up
Al and Tipper Gore split after 40 years
Obama set to send 1,200 troops to US-Mexico border
Primary analysis: Voters back anti-D.C., anti-establishment candidates
White House: VP Joe Biden's son has mild stroke
Oil spill testimony to Congress: Not our fault
Car bomb scares Times Square but fails to explode
Alexander Haig, former secretary of state, dies
Video: Man smashes 29 TVs at Wal-Mart
Video: Time-lapse of massive D.C. snow
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
