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- In Case You Missed It: Ron Johnson grabs headlines, County Board has to write its own May 23, 2013Our daily afternoon roundup of the best stuff on captimes.com and beyond.
- Ron Johnson takes on Apple, and actual apples May 23, 2013The Wisconsin senator received praise for his tough questioning of Apple executives this week. Not so much for his intention to water down the fresh fruit and vegetable snack program.
- Higher ed system increasingly separate and unequal, new report says May 23, 2013UW prof Sara Goldrick-Rab served on the committee that wrote the report for the Century Foundation.
- Facing a dearth of news coverage, the Dane County Board hires its own reporter May 23, 2013Overture spokesman Rob Chappell will be moonlighting in an effort that officials hope will generate more interest in county government.
- Progressives conflicted over anti-obesity and anti-smoking measures May 23, 2013Democrats have mixed feelings about some of the laws Republicans have been pushing to mandate or encourage healthier lifestyles for certain recipients of government benefits.
- Pocan's right: It's Issa who needs to be transparent May 23, 2013Rep. Darrell Issa's committee meeting on Benghazi should be open to the public.
- State Debate: Wisconsin doesn't have many rich people because their taxes are too high, claims John Torinus May 23, 2013A daily roundup of interesting newspaper editorials and blog posts from around Madison and Wisconsin.
- Common Core school standards ruffle feathers among strange bedfellows May 23, 2013Republican legislators, conservative activists join teachers unions in raising questions about the new instructional guidelines coming soon to a school near you.
The Chicago Tribune
- Revised meter deal still a gain for vendor May 24, 2013Revised city deal still a gain for vendor, analysis findsTribune analysis: Chicago taxpayers still could end up pouring hundreds of millions of dollars into the coffers of the company leasing the city's parking meters under Mayor Rahm Emanuel's revamp of the much-reviled deal.
- Bears to retire Ditka's number 89 May 24, 2013Hall of Fame tight end will become 14th Bear honored and 1st since Butkus and SayersThere seems to be a budding debate about whether the Bears can build a bridge to repair relations and retire the jersey number of a certain disgruntled former employee.
- Hawks one game from elimination May 24, 2013With Toews in box for 2nd of 3 penalties in 5 1/2 minutes, Wings net game-winner in 2nd periodJonathan Toews barked at officials from the penalty box, venting his frustration during an almost-surreal string of three penalties called against the Blackhawks captain in a span of 5 minutes, 34 seconds.
- One-on-one with Phil Jackson May 24, 2013Legendary Chicago Bulls coach Phil Jackson discussed his new book, "Eleven Rings: The Soul of Success" with Tribune sports reporter K.C. Johnson Thursday evening. Watch the live interview and learn how the "Zen master" grew to be one of the most innovative coaches in sports.
- British police ponder conspiracy in slaying of soldier May 24, 2013Police investigating the murder of a soldier hacked to death on a busy London street were looking on Friday into whether the two suspected killers, British men of Nigerian descent, were part of a wider conspiracy.
- Jury sides with Trump in condo dispute with Evanston woman May 23, 2013Dispute over condo became theatrical slugfest; lawyers get last digs in during closing argumentsDonald Trump won a heated court fight today when a federal jury in Chicago awarded no damages to an 87-year-old Evanston resident who sued the TV celebrity over a disputed condo deal at his high-rise Chicago hotel.
- Urlacher open to TV analyst role May 23, 2013Former Chicago Bears linebacker Brian Urlacher ended his illustrious NFL career Wednesday when he announced his retirement. Now it’s time for the next chapter in his life.
- McDonald's CEO questioned on nutrition, wages at annual meeting May 23, 2013McDonald's executives fielded a number of questions at the company's annual shareholder meeting Thursday, including its role in the global obesity epidemic, marketing to children and wages for entry-level workers at its restaurants.
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- Boy Scouts to Admit Openly Gay Youths as Members May 24, 2013The Boy Scouts of America voted to allow openly gay youths as members, while continuing its policy of excluding openly gay adult leaders.
- Interstate Bridge Collapses in Washington State May 24, 2013Three people were injured after the failure of an Interstate 5 bridge north of Seattle dumped vehicles into the Skagit River, the authorities said.
- Interstate Bridge Collapses in Washington State May 24, 2013The failure of an Interstate 5 bridge over the Skagit River north of Seattle dumped vehicles and people into the water, the Washington State Patrol said.
- National Briefing | Northwest: Washington: Highway Bridge Collapses May 24, 2013The Interstate 5 bridge over the Skagit River at Mount Vernon collapsed Thursday, dumping vehicles and people into the water, the Washington State Patrol said.
- National Briefing | Washington: Cartel Chief Admits Deadly Ambush May 24, 2013A Mexican drug cartel commander, Julian Zapata Espinoza, pleaded guilty in federal court to ordering the ambush and killing of American immigration agents.
- DealBook: Banks’ Lobbyists Help in Drafting Financial Bills May 24, 2013In a sign of Wall Street’s resurgent influence in Washington, bank lobbyists are aiding lawmakers in drafting legislation that softens financial regulations.
- Tyrone Brooks, Georgia Legislator, Is Defended by Ex-Gov. Roy Barnes on Fraud Charges May 24, 2013State Representative Tyrone Brooks, a veteran lawmaker and civil rights leader, has pleaded not guilty to 30 federal counts of mail, wire and tax fraud.
- Racing the Clock and a Storm: A Way of Life in Tornado Alley May 24, 2013In the breeding ground of Oklahoma tornadoes, people prepare for the season with the care that the defensive coordinator for their Sooners prepares for the inevitable autumn.
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- BART plans another test for bicyclesBART plans another test for bicycles After a nearly two-hour hearing, the BART board voted 6-3 to conduct the test instead of the other option it was considering, which was to end its policy of banning bikes on trains during peak commute hours. All but a couple of them urged BART to get rid of the rush-hour prohibition, which many said kept them from getting […]
- SF Chronicle names new management teamSF Chronicle names new management team Hearst Corp. on Thursday named a new management team to lead The San Francisco Chronicle, picking a newspaper industry veteran to serve as publisher and a seasoned digital media executive as the paper's president. Incoming Chronicle President Joanne Bradford, in contrast, has spent much of her career in online medi […]
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- Boy Scouts vote to allow gay youthBoy Scouts vote to allow gay youth The Boy Scouts of America voted Thursday to allow openly gay Scouts to join troops for the first time in the group's 103-year history, but sought a political middle ground by retaining a ban on gay adults serving as leaders. The Scouts didn't appear to satisfy many people with their decision, leaving local troop l […]
- S.F.'s new tack in fighting metal theftS.F.'s new tack in fighting metal theft San Francisco prosecutors have opened a new front in the battle against copper theft, filing a $10 million lawsuit against a scrap-metal recycler that allegedly chose to shut down and trash its files rather than comply with a city subpoena seeking sales records. The unusual suit against J&S Recycling, which un […]
- Court rejects Arizona abortion lawCourt rejects Arizona abortion law A federal appeals court that included an ardent opponent of abortion struck down Arizona's ban on abortions after 20 weeks of pregnancy Tuesday, citing 40 years of Supreme Court precedents that allow a woman to terminate her pregnancy if the fetus is not yet viable. Nancy Northup, president of the Center for Reproducti […]
- Supplier urged use of banned Bay Bridge rodsSupplier urged use of banned Bay Bridge rods San Francisco Chronicle Copyright 2013 San Francisco Chronicle. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Updated 9:11 am, Wednesday, May 22, 2013 Caltrans decided to install high-risk steel rods on the Bay Bridge's new eastern span after a supplier pointe […]
- Ray Manzarek, Doors keyboardist, diesRay Manzarek, Doors keyboardist, dies Ray Manzarek, the founding member and keyboard player for the Doors whose haunting and sweetly melodic organ riffs loomed large in the psychedelic rock era, died Monday at the RoMed Clinic in Rosenheim, Germany. Formed in 1965, when Mr. Manzarek had a chance encounter with aspiring poet and film student Jim Morrison at V […]
The San Jose Mercury News
- A noteworthy accolade: Gunn High School string orchestra picked to perform at prestigious Midwest conference May 24, 2013Hitting a high note for Palo Alto and the entire Golden State, Henry M. Gunn High School's string orchestra has been picked to perform at the 67th annual Midwest Band and Orchestra International Conference.
- Obama plans to swing by Palo Alto and Portola Valley on June 6 to rake in cash for Democrats May 24, 2013President Barack Obama will return to the Peninsula on June 6 for two more fundraising events, this time in Palo Alto and Portola Valley.
- Suspect robs liquor store in unincorporated Redwood City May 24, 2013An armed man robbed a liquor store in unincorporated Redwood City on Thursday evening, the sheriff's office said.
- Former Oakland Raiders receiver Tim Brown on himself, Charles Woodson, Willie Mays May 24, 2013Brown, who was inducted into the Bay Area Hall of Fame, very impressed that he's in a same Hall as the Say Hey Kid
- Los Altos woman accused of stabbing husband at work in Redwood City pleads insanity May 24, 2013The trial of a 52-year-old Los Altos woman accused of stabbing her estranged husband while wearing bubble wrap abruptly halted this week after her attorney announced she would enter a new plea -- not guilty by reason of insanity.
- Purdy: San Jose Sharks are desperately hoping their series against Los Angeles Kings goes seven games May 24, 2013No one from San Jose proves to be a decisive player, as L.A. is just too tough at home in 3-0 win.
- San Jose Sharks lose to Los Angeles Kings 3-0, trail playoff series 3-2 May 24, 2013For a fifth consecutive game in this series, the road proved inhospitable Thursday night as the Los Angeles Kings shut out the San Jose Sharks 3-0 at Staples Center to take a 3-2 lead in their best-of-seven series.
- 8.0 earthquake hits Russia's far east May 24, 2013MOSCOW (AP) -- A powerful earthquake has hit Russia's Far East with slight tremors spreading westwards as far as Moscow.
The New Orleans Times-Picayune
- Despite best efforts, Landrieu administration couldn't sway judge to vacate NOPD consent decree May 24, 2013City invoked rogue federal prosecutor as well as labor law in its efforts
- JPSO investigating cutting incident in Marrero May 24, 2013The Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office is reporting a cutting with non-life-threatening injuries to a female in the 5200 block of Savannah Lane in Marrero on Thursday night.No further details were available at this time. Stay with NOLA.com | Times-Picayune for...
- Jefferson Parish charter board completes report, declines again to endorse contracting changes May 24, 2013Jefferson Parish activists Thursday night urged a charter review committee to submit as charter amendments contracting proposals that have stalled at the Parish Council. But members of the Charter Advisory Board declined to add the proposals to their final report
- Mandeville City Council pushes plan for long-range budget forecasts May 24, 2013Two contentious resolutions designed to modify the way the Mandeville municipal budget is formulated were brought before the City Council for a second time Thursday night, with one being approved and the other deferred.NOLA.com | The Times-Picayune archive The resolutions,...
- Former TeachNOLA fellow feels honored to speak at Sci High graduation May 24, 2013Gwyneth O'Neill and her husband, Geoff Sweeney, are flying into New Orleans this weekend to celebrate their wedding anniversary."Sunday will be our one-year anniversary, and there's no better place to celebrate," O'Neill said, when we talked by phone a few...
- SUNO to launch forensic science degree program May 24, 2013Southern University at New Orleans will add a new bachelor's degree program in forensic science, the first of its kind in the state of Louisiana, Chancellor Victor Ukpolo said. Beginning this fall, the university will offer a 120-credit-hour degree...
- Gulf restoration draft plan lacks required priority list, spending allocation plan May 24, 2013The federal-state body that will oversee the spending of billions of dollars in Clean Water Act fines resulting from the BP Deepwater Horizon oil spill on Thursday released a “draft initial comprehensive plan” for spending the money on projects that...
- Jindal officials say public hospital privatization is ahead of schedule, more expensive May 24, 2013Deals to privatize nine of the state's public hospitals are nearing completion, carrying a larger price tag than initially envisioned, an official in Gov. Bobby Jindal's administration said Thursday. Overall, the plan will involve spending more than $1 billion...
The Guardian, UK
- Obama details new drone policy May 23, 2013Increased oversight designed to bring killing programme out of legal shadows as president defends use of strikes in the pastSpecial courts would be asked to decide on targeted assassinations of terrorism suspects under a clutch of new legal checks proposed by Barack Obama to bring an end to the notion of an "boundless war on terror". The president, […]
- Father rebukes Israel for report on son's death May 23, 2013Report re-ignites war of words over death of 12-year-old al-Dura in Gaza in 2000 by claiming the incident was stagedIn a scrubby cemetery in central Gaza, where crumbling tombstones nestle in the sand amid wind-blown rubbish, Jamal al-Dura crouched at the grave of his son Muhammad to recite the Muslim prayer for the dead. With the youngest of his 11 children […]
- Tibetan activists boycott Holiday Inn firm May 23, 2013Free Tibet-led campaign calls on Holiday Inn owner to withdraw from vast Lhasa project criticised as 'PR coup' for BeijingTibetan campaign groups are launching a boycott of the InterContinental Hotels Group – the owner of Holiday Inn, Crowne Plaza and others – because of plans to open a vast 2000-room resort in Lhasa.The campaign, led by Free Tibet […]
- Eurozone crisis live: Japan closes higher after wild day of trading May 24, 2013The Japanese market suffered another turbulent session after Thursday's dive – dropping as much as 3.5% in the afternoon – but stabilised to close 0.9% higherJosephine Moulds
- Why is Anonymous helping teenage lesbians? | James Ball May 24, 2013Anonymous may not be known for its gay rights credentials, but this loose collective of libertarians loves an underdogAny experienced internet denizen might feel wary on seeing the words "teenage lesbians" and "hacker collective Anonymous" in close proximity. And, quite probably, with good reason, especially if they're using a work c […]
- Bridge collapse in Washington raises construction fears – video May 24, 2013Rescuers check water beneath a four-lane highway bridge that collapsed halfway between Seattle and Vancouver, British Colombia, on Thursday
- Syria agrees to take part in peace conference, Russia claims May 24, 2013Russia claims the Assad regime has agreed in principle to attend next month's peace conference in Geneva while the opposition consider whether it will turn upMatthew WeaverGuardian readers
- Man held hostage for a month in New York May 24, 2013Three arrested after Ecuadorean victim snatched on street, bound and burned with acid while held for $3m ransomA businessman was snatched from a New York City street in broad daylight, then held captive for more than a month in a warehouse where he was bound and burned with acid while his kidnappers demanded a $3m ransom that his family in Ecuador did not ha […]
The BBC
- Obama defends 'just' drones war May 24, 2013President Obama defends the use of drones as a "just war" of self-defence against deadly militants, and a campaign that has made America safer.
- Powerful quake off Russia east coast May 24, 2013A strong earthquake strikes off the Kamchatka peninsula in Russia's far east, but an initial tsunami warning issued by the authorities is lifted.
- WHO urges sharing over coronavirus May 23, 2013The WHO urges countries with possible cases of novel coronavirus to share information amid concern over patent rights held by commercial labs.
- US Boy Scouts to allow gay members May 24, 2013The Boy Scouts of America organisation votes to accept openly gay scouts, after a divisive campaign pitting liberals against some religious groups.
- India soldiers die in Kashmir ambush May 24, 2013Three soldiers are killed in an ambush by suspected militants in the Pulwama district of Indian-administered Kashmir, officials say.
- US road bridge falls into river May 24, 2013Three people have been rescued after part of a road bridge collapsed into the Skagit River in the US state of Washington, officials say.
- Bombers hit Niger barracks and mine May 24, 2013Suicide bombers target a military camp and a French-run uranium mine in north-western Niger leaving at least 20 people dead, officials say.
- Nasa to lease shuttle launch pad May 23, 2013Nasa is looking for commercial operators to lease a historic launch pad in Florida used for the first Moon missions and by the space shuttles.
The Independent, UK
- US rapper Tim Dog accused of faking his own death May 24, 2013Lack of a death certificate or burial site and sparse obituary information has led to talk in hip-hop circles that rapper Tim Dog, who owes thousands of dollars to women he was convicted of swindling, faked his own death.
- Boy Scouts of America to admit openly gay boys May 24, 2013The Boy Scouts of America has thrown open its ranks to gay youngsters, but not adult leaders, in a compromise that some warned could fracture the organisation and lead to mass defections.
- President Barack Obama defends drone strikes - but moves to rein them in May 23, 2013President Barack Obama combined a vigorous defence of his controversial use of drones with a no less impassioned demand for the closure of the notorious prison at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, which he called “a symbol around the world for an America that flouts the rule of law.”
- President Obama defends drone strikes - but moves to rein them in May 23, 2013President Barack Obama combined a vigorous defence of his controversial use of drones with a no less impassioned demand for the closure of the notorious prison at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, which he called “a symbol around the world for an America that flouts the rule of law.”
- Video: 300-yard wooden railroad bridge in Central Texas collapses after catching fire May 23, 2013Dramatic footage has emerged of a 300-yard wooden railroad bridge in Central Texas collapsing after catching fire.
- Boy Scouts of America vote over allowing gay members into troops May 23, 2013Boy Scouts are today voting to determine whether openly gay members can participate in the organisation, as part of a landmark debate that could change the face of Scouting across America.
- White House confirms four American citizens killed in US drone strikes since 2009 May 23, 2013The Obama administration acknowledged publicly for the first time that four US citizens have been killed in drone strikes since 2009 in Pakistan and Yemen.
- Love don't cost a ring-ring...Jennifer Lopez launches her own mobile phone store chain May 23, 2013If Mary Portas can’t save the high street, perhaps J-Lo can? The entrepreneurial diva has announced that she is to open her own retail chain of mobile phone stores.
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