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Man’s death ruled homicide 35 years after shooting
Posted by Examiner Texas Headlines on 01 6th, 2009
A man shot in the back 35 years ago died of complications from the shooting and his death has been ruled a homicide, the Tarrant County medical examiner's office said. Craig Buford, 54, lived a normal life after recovering from severe internal injuries...
Stocks up moderately after mixed economic reports
Posted by Examiner New York Headlines on 01 6th, 2009
Wall Street proceeded cautiously Tuesday, with stocks rising moderately following disappointing readings on pending home sales and factory orders. While investors expected the data to show further deterioration, they were hoping the pace of the declines...
Lawsuit last option for Coleman in Minn. recount
Posted by Examiner Minnesota Headlines on 01 6th, 2009
No longer a U.S. senator, Republican Norm Coleman prepared to go to court Tuesday to overturn a state board's certification that Democrat Al Franken won the U.S. Senate recount. Coleman's lawyers vowed a legal challenge a day earlier, arguing that...
Fla. man denies child porn charges
Posted by Examiner Florida Headlines on 01 6th, 2009
A Florida man charged with 37 counts of possessing child pornography has told investigators he's "not the monster the news is making him out to be." Alton Everett Smith denied taking inappropriate pictures of children and disputed reports from authorities...
Amish file federal lawsuit against upstate NY town
Posted by Examiner New York Headlines on 01 6th, 2009
Eleven Amish families are suing a northern New York community for religious discrimination. The Amish claim the town of Morristown refuses to issue building permits that allow them to practice their religion and build homes according to their beliefs....
Wisconsin vets see pet owners cutting back on care
Posted by Examiner Wisconsin Headlines on 01 6th, 2009
Some Wisconsin veterinarians say they've noticed people skipping appointments to save money as the economy worsens. Dr. Teresa Case-Doney of Klondike Kennels and Veterinary Services in Marshfield says postcards sent to remind pet owners about vaccinations...
NY offers healthier food in women, child program
Posted by Examiner New York Headlines on 01 6th, 2009
New York is updating its nutrition program to offer healthier options and discourage obesity among low-income women, infants and children. State health officials say whole grains, fruit, vegetables, tofu and brown rice will now be encouraged under...
Va 6-year-old takes family car after missing bus
Posted by Examiner Virginia Headlines on 01 6th, 2009
A 6-year-old Virginia boy determined to get to school took his family's car after he missed the bus. Virginia State Police say the Wicomico Church boy wrecked the vehicle but he suffered only minor injuries and made it to class at Northumberland...
Breaking News From California Newman trustees defer decision on banned book
After 70 people packed the Newman-Crows Landing Unified School District meeting Monday to hear discussions about a banned book, trustees said they will decide next week whether to return it to the curriculum. All but one speaker defended "Bless Me, Ultima," a book by Rudolfo Anaya about a Latino boy...
Breaking News From Chicago Lawsuit last option for Coleman in Minn. recount
No longer a U.S. senator, Republican Norm Coleman prepared to go to court Tuesday to overturn a state board's certification that Democrat Al Franken won the U.S. Senate recount. Coleman's lawyers vowed a legal challenge a day earlier, arguing that some ballots were mishandled and others were wrongly...
Breaking News From New York Stocks up moderately after mixed economic reports
Wall Street proceeded cautiously Tuesday, with stocks rising moderately following disappointing readings on pending home sales and factory orders. While investors expected the data to show further deterioration, they were hoping the pace of the declines would slow. The market is eager for signs that...
Breaking News From North Carolina Whichard retires as Daily Reflector publisher
A newspaper publisher whose family founded The Daily Reflector of Greenville is retiring both from the paper and as group publisher of Cox North Carolina Publications Inc. The Daily Reflector reported Tuesday that D. Jordan "Jordy" Whichard will retire immediately after 23 years at the company. Along...
Breaking News From Florida Fla. man denies child porn charges
A Florida man charged with 37 counts of possessing child pornography has told investigators he's "not the monster the news is making him out to be." Alton Everett Smith denied taking inappropriate pictures of children and disputed reports from authorities that there are tapes of him having sex with minors....
Breaking News From Minnesota Lawsuit last option for Coleman in Minn. recount
No longer a U.S. senator, Republican Norm Coleman prepared to go to court Tuesday to overturn a state board's certification that Democrat Al Franken won the U.S. Senate recount. Coleman's lawyers vowed a legal challenge a day earlier, arguing that some ballots were mishandled and others were wrongly...