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  • Across the nation Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 11:14AMYUMA, Ariz. - A U.S. Army private has been charged with trying to sneak a small amount of military explosives on board a United Airlines flight from Arizona to Los Angeles, authorities said Thursday.
  • Edwards trial set for October Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 9:20AMGREENSBORO - John Edwards let his attorneys do his talking at a hearing Thursday in which the judge tentatively set October as the month for trial of the campaign finance case brought last month against the former U.S. senator and 2008 presidential candidate.
  • John Edwards trial set for October Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 7:27AMA judge has ruled that John Edwards trial for using campaign funds to cover up an affair is set for October.
  • John Edwards trial tentatively set for October Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 6:38AMWASHINGTON: The trial of former US presidential hopeful John Edwards - accused of using campaign funds to cover up an extramarital affair - is tentatively set for October, a judge ruled on Thursday.
  • Edwards may go on trial in October Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 3:57AMA date is tentatively set for trial on charges that former U.S. Sen. John Edwards broke campaign finance law in failing to report money used to support his mistress. 1B
  • John Edwards Trial to Begin in October Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 2:11AM ...
  • Tentative October Trial Date Set for John Edwards Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 12:58AMA judge has tentatively scheduled an October trial for former presidential candidate John Edwards.
  • Trial Date For John Edwards Set For October Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 11:48PM(CNN) -- The criminal conspiracy trial of former Democratic presidential candidate John Edwards is tentatively scheduled to begin in October, U.S. District Judge Norwood Carlton Tilley Jr. said Thursday.
  • Edwards Hearing in Greensboro on Thursday Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 12:54PMA scheduling hearing involving John Edwards is set to take place Thursday morning at the federal courthouse in Greensboro.
  • John Edwards Trial Date Expected Thursday Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 12:08PMThe judge is expected to set a trial date for charges Edwards misused campaign money to cover up an affair.
  • Holding will seek 13th District seat Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 10:20AMRALEIGH - Former U.S. Attorney George E.B. Holding, who made his reputation pursuing high-profile Democrats in public corruption cases, announced Wednesday that he plans to run for Congress next year.
  • Bachmann Says ‘I Do’ to Marriage Vow Friday, July 8, 2011 @ 9:32PMCampaigning in Iowa, Rep. Michele Bachmann has been steering clear of controversial social issues…until now. Bachmann is saying “I do” to something called The Marriage Vow, a controversial pledge that commits candidates to support a ban on gay marriage and a ban on pornography, among other things.
  • Local teen joins advisory council Thursday, July 7, 2011 @ 3:45PMDENVER -- The Colorado Meth Project recently announced its founding Teen Advisory Council, formed to assist the Project in its statewide community action programs aimed at preventing methamphetamine use.
  • Obama team goes on the offense Thursday, July 7, 2011 @ 3:00PMSo far, the Republican race for the right to challenge President Obama has been a family affair. Republican candidates are talking about Republican issues to woo Republican voters.
  • How tilting at windmills helps Michele Bachmann Thursday, July 7, 2011 @ 2:05PMThere’s a reason that Barack Obama was the first Member of Congress to be directly elected to the presidency in nearly 50 years.
  • Blackpool boss Holloway talks No 1 Gilks to snub Villa and sign new deal Thursday, July 7, 2011 @ 12:39PMIan Holloway has talked Matt Gilks into committing his future to Blackpool after fearing the Scotland keeper was about to be lost on a free transfer.
  • Republican Fundraising Slow for 2012 Presidential Candidates Thursday, July 7, 2011 @ 10:54AMIn the first test of the 2012 presidential campaign, the Republican field of candidates is lagging behind the fundraising pace of both Democratic and Republican contenders at the start of the 2008 campaign.
  • Akron mayoral candidate claims she’s received threats to get out of the race Saturday, July 2, 2011 @ 11:26AMJanice Davis has felt anything but welcome since she entered the Akron mayor’s race.In fact, Davis claims she’s gotten nothing but threats and pressure since she filed to run two weeks ago, becoming the third candidate in what is expected to be a highly competitive Democratic primary.
  • Filing time set to open for towns Friday, July 1, 2011 @ 5:52PMBEN HOGWOOD BEAUFORT — The 2011 municipal election season is gearing up and its almost time for prospective candidates to file their intentions with the County Board of Elections.
  • Deaths Saturday, June 18, 2011 @ 7:38AMTULSA
  • Chipotle lawyers up for immigration probe Friday, June 17, 2011 @ 9:47PMLOS ANGELES - Chipotle Mexican Grill has hired a team of Washington legal A-listers to shore up its hiring and handle a federal criminal investigation stemming from the discovery of hundreds of illegal workers in its popular burrito restaurants.
  • Looking for the next ‘Macaca?’: George Allen has Media Matters-affiliated, other left-wing trackers on his tail Friday, June 17, 2011 @ 9:03PMFormer Sen. and Virginia Gov. George Allens’ 2012 campaign to return to the US Senate has attracted several “gotcha” left-wing media folks, who are likely looking for the next “Macaca” moment. Allen lost his 2006 Senate re-election bid after he pointed out Indian American S.R. Sidarth, who was tracking Allen’s campaign for Democrat Jim Webb, and called him “Macaca.”
  • AP NewsBreak: Prosecutors have Edwards emails discussing knowledge of payments to mistress Tuesday, June 7, 2011 @ 7:25AMWASHINGTON — If the case against former presidential candidate John Edwards goes to trial, prosecutors plan to use his own emails with a former aide to help prove a key element of their case against him. People familiar with the case told The Associated Press that Edwards and his former speechwriter Wendy Button exchanged emails working on a draft statement for him to acknowledge what he had ...
  • AP Sources: Edwards E-Mails Acknowledge Payments Tuesday, June 7, 2011 @ 6:14AMProsecutors have obtained emails between John Edwards and a former aide to use as evidence at trial that he knew about payments to his pregnant mistress even while he was publicly denying it, people familiar with the case told The Associated Press on Monday.
  • Prosecutors Have E-mails Proving Edwards Knew About Payments Tuesday, June 7, 2011 @ 5:25AME-mails str evidence that he knew about payments to his pregnant mistress.
  • Predictions for the 2012 GOP ticket Monday, May 16, 2011 @ 3:46AMPresident Bill Clinton looked me in the eye and asked, “Do you think Bush will pick Ridge?
  • School news - all areas Wednesday, May 11, 2011 @ 6:19PMRICHLAND 1
  • White House Bracing For Issa Investigations Wednesday, May 11, 2011 @ 5:07PMWASHINGTON -- The Obama administration is staffing up in preparation for expanded oversight and inquiries from a Republican-run House of Representatives.
  • White House Hires Communications Hand To Handle Issa Oversight Wednesday, May 11, 2011 @ 4:09PMRep. Darrell Issa (R-Calif.), right, chair of the House Oversight Committee has brought some challenges to the Obama administration.
  • “Three Cups of Tea” Lawsuit Could Open Path for Many Donors to Sue Wednesday, May 11, 2011 @ 3:52PMA new federal lawsuit demanding that Greg Mortensen, the author of Three Cups of Tea, and his charity return millions of dollars of donations and book proceeds could shake up the nonprofit world.
  • Lady Cards clinch third straight South title Wednesday, May 11, 2011 @ 8:19AMST. HELENA -- Emily Wingler pitched a two-hitter and Kelcie Reynolds went 2-for-3 with a double and three RBIs on Tuesday as the Clear Lake Cardinals beat the St. Helena Saints 11-0 in five innings to clinch the undisputed North Central League I South softball championship at St. Helena.
  • Edwards WHL Humanitarian of the Year Wednesday, May 4, 2011 @ 7:47PMMoose Jaw, SK. - The Warriors 2010/11 Captain, Spencer Edwards now has another title to add to his WHL career; the 2011 WHL Humanitarian of the Year. A humanitarian is defined by having concern for or helping to improve the welfare and happiness of people.
  • Ray, Drennen capture council races Wednesday, May 4, 2011 @ 4:35AMBy DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Two incumbent Youngs-town council members,
  • The decade of bin Laden politics Tuesday, May 3, 2011 @ 9:22PMGeorge W. Bush responded to 9/11 with a binge of hubris that shaped American politics for years to come
  • Panthers pounce on Midland Trail Thursday, April 28, 2011 @ 9:27AMGARDNER — Four Panthers had two hits apiece, and Amber Atkinson allowed just one hit, leading PikeView to an 11-1 win over Midland Trail on Wednesday afternoon.
  • Early Day Motion 1334 Tuesday, April 5, 2011 @ 12:48PMThe Morning Star has been successful in instigating an parliamentary early day motion (EDM 1334) which insists that the BBC gives fair attention to the paper in its news review coverage.
  • UConn Tops Butler for Third Title Tuesday, April 5, 2011 @ 8:06AMThe Connecticut Huskies played suffocating defense on their way to a 53-41 win over Butler in the 2011 NCAA National Championship game
  • 2011 High School Softball Preview Capsules Tuesday, April 5, 2011 @ 3:47AMHigh school softball preview capsules
  • Obama 2012 Kicks Off Campaign Efforts Ahead Of All Challengers Monday, April 4, 2011 @ 6:40PMThe Obama 2012 campaign officially began today as the 44th president signed official documents declaring his intent to seek reelection in 2012.
  • New York Times: Edwards lies low, but that won’t last Tuesday, March 1, 2011 @ 6:47PMBy: Kim Severson The New York Times CHAPEL HILL, N.C. — Over the past few weeks, people in this tight-knit university community have not seen much of John Edwards. They used to. He would hang out on a metal stool at Bowbarr, a short walk from the environmentally friendly condominium complex where he moved after details of an extramarital affair sent him from the family home. He would swing into ...
  • Pierce O’Donnell Suspended Over Illegal Campaign Contributions Tuesday, March 1, 2011 @ 6:07PMProminent Los Angeles attorney Pierce O’Donnell has been suspended from practice for violating election campaign laws, State Bar records show.
  • John Edwards May Face Federal Indictment Tuesday, March 1, 2011 @ 5:43PMJohn Edwards of North Carolina may face a federal indictment connected to campaign finances, observers said.
  • Edwards Faces Possible Federal Indictment Tuesday, March 1, 2011 @ 5:29PMFormer 2008 Democratic presidential candidate John Edwards of North Carolina may face a federal indictment connected to campaign finances, observers said.
  • As federal investigation winds down, John Edwards vanishes from public eye Tuesday, March 1, 2011 @ 4:07PMEven with his political image shattered and his private life in shambles, John Edwards used to be a regular at the bars and restaurants near his home in North Carolina. But as federal prosecutors wind down their investigation into whether Edwards broke the campaign finance laws trying to cover up an affair with a former [... ]
  • Ensign talks of repentance and re-election at town hall Wednesday, February 23, 2011 @ 10:02AM"Have you repented to God for your affair?"
  • SA out to shed chokers tag Wednesday, February 23, 2011 @ 5:59AMSouth Africa are determined to prove themselves on the big stage and shed the unwanted tag of chokers as they take on an unpredictable West Indies side in their World Cup cricket opener on Thursday.
  • Cheating Edwards inspires a novel Wednesday, February 23, 2011 @ 5:37AMTongues are wagging over a book proposal by former Kerry-Edwards campaign finance director Bridget Siegel. The untitled novel, described as "Primary Colors" meets "The Devil...
  • Blackpool 3 Tottenham 1: DJ Campbell puts sorry Spurs in a spin Tuesday, February 22, 2011 @ 10:07PMInspirational captain Charlie Adam opened the scoring as Blackpool eased their relegation fears with a well-deserved win over Tottenham at Bloomfield Road on Tuesday.
  • Paul W. Joy, led Carborundum, founded foundation Tuesday, February 22, 2011 @ 12:15PMYOUNGSTOWN—Paul William Joy, of Youngstown, a philanthropist and industrialist who was former president of Carborundum Co., died Thursday in the Center for Hospice& Palliative Care, Cheektowaga. He was 87.
  • Tuesday, February 22, 2011 1:15 am Tuesday, February 22, 2011 @ 6:20AMWendy Burkley Barry was looking for a change and saw a need for more childcare options in the community.