- Justice Prosecutors Drop Manslaughter Charge Against One Blackwater Guard
Federal prosecutors in Washington announced Friday they will dismiss a manslaughter charge against one of the Blackwater contractors charged in a high-profile shooting incident in Baghdad two years ago. - Court Hearing For Fort Hood Suspect To Be Held In Hospital
Prosecutors have requested a pretrial confinement hearing for accused Fort Hood shooter Maj. Nidal Hasan in his hospital room on Saturday, Hasan's attorney told CNN Friday. - Dorgan Decries 'Unbelievable Waste' Of High-Priced Border Crossings
Spending millions of dollars to revamp remote border crossings in Montana and North Dakota is an "unbelievable waste" of stimulus money, Sen. Byron Dorgan of North Dakota said Friday. - Police: 2 Suspects Charged With Murder In Killings; Third Suspect Shot Dead
Authorities have charged two people with murder in the slaying of five people in Arkansas last week, police said Friday. - MTA To New Yorkers: There's A Light At The End Of The Tunnel
After reading the back of their MetroCards, New Yorkers might feel a twinge of optimism during their morning commute. - Former State Dept. Official, Wife To Plead Guilty To Spy Charges
A former State Department employee and his wife, accused of illegally aiding the government of Cuba for nearly 30 years, say they intend to plead guilty to federal charges. - Wal-Mart Scuffle Prompts Racism Claims
Whether Heather Ellis cut in line or merely switched checkout lanes to join her cousin is in dispute, and the accounts of what happened next vary greatly. The debate has divided this economically struggling town of 11,000 along racial lines. - California students Occupy Buildings To Protest Fee Hike
Students were occupying buildings Friday on campuses of the University of California system in protest of a 32 percent tuition hike.
- Former State Dept. Official, Wife To Plead Guilty To Spy Charges
A former State Department employee and his wife, accused of illegally aiding the government of Cuba for nearly 30 years, say they intend to plead guilty to federal charges. - What To Expect In Senate's Saturday Health Care Vote
To debate or not to debate the Senate's health care reform bill; that is the question. - Democrats Slam GOP As Party Of 'Fear' In Health Care Debate
Traditional Senate decorum yielded to brass-knuckle politicking in the health care debate Friday as top congressional Democrats sought to close party ranks before a key procedural vote this weekend. - Justice Investigation Finds $200,000 Awarded To ACORN-Affiliated Groups
About $200,000 in Justice Department funds ended up in the coffers of the activist grass-roots community-organizing group ACORN or its affiliated organizations in recent years, the Justice Department watchdog says in a newly released report. - Senators Team Up for Senior Nutrition Programs
Pat Roberts, Iowa's Tom Harkin are urging the USDA to restore bonus commodity eligibility. This could be a big help to programs like "Meals on Wheels." - Obama Wraps Up 4-Nation Tour Of Asia
President Obama wrapped up an eight-day tour of Asia on Thursday, holding talks with South Korean President Lee Myung-bak and speaking to American troops at Osan Air Base. - At 2,074 Pages And $849 billion, Senate Health Bill Arrives
Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid on Wednesday unveiled a sweeping health care bill that would expand health insurance coverage to 30 million more Americans at an estimated cost of $849 billion over 10 years. - Obama: Guantanamo Closing Date Uncertain
Weighing or delaying a closure of Gitmo by January, is frustrating critics already upset with the decision to send 9/11 defendants to New York for their trial.
- Death Of Drew Brees' Mother Ruled A Suicide
The death of the mother of New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees has been ruled a suicide. - Record, Title, Turmoil In Kansas vs. No. 3 Texas
When Colt McCoy started his first game at Texas in 2006, the second pass of his career was a sign of things to come: It was a 60-yard touchdown in a rout of North Texas. - Royals Set Winter Roster
The Kansas City Royals today announced their winter 40-man Major League roster. - KU Chancellor Issues Statement On Perkins, Mangino
University of Kansas Chancellor Bernadette Gray-Little issued the following statement today in response to a baseless media report of a university administration review of Athletics Director Lew Perkins: - McCray Named To Naismith Trophy Watch List
Kansas senior All-American Danielle McCray was one of 50 players named to the Naismith Trophy Preseason Watch List announced on Wednesday, Nov. 18, by the Atlanta Tipoff Club. - No. 19 Kansas Hosts Undefeated Michigan Sunday Afternoon
No. 19 Kansas hosts undefeated Michigan on Sunday afternoon in Allen Fieldhouse. Tip-off is slated for 2 p.m. - K-State Plays Ole Miss In Puerto Rico Tipoff
Kansas State will face its stiffest test of the young season on Friday night, as the Wildcats play Ole Miss (3-0) in the semifinals of the O’Reilly Auto Parts Puerto Rico Tipoff at the Coliseo de Puerto Rico at 7:30 p.m. CT. - Hornet Volleyball Inks Three In Early Signing Period
Emporia State head coach Bing Xu has announced the signing of three players during the early signing period to attend ESU and play volleyball for the Hornets.
- Man Headed To Prison For Re-entering U.S.
46-year old Raudel Medrano-Estrada, who has lived in the Dodge City, Kan., area for much of the past 15 years, pleaded guilty Sept. 14 to re-entry after deportation subsequent to conviction for an aggravated felony. - Woman Sentenced For Stealing From Church
43-year old Lanora Michelle Driskill Spigarelli was ordered to repay the more than $74,000 she took from the church where she used to work. - Shots Fired In Downtown Topeka
Shots were fired in the 500 block of SW Tyler Wednesday morning. No one was injured. - Arraignment Delayed For Abduction Suspect
KNZA Radio says 21-year-old Roy Hernandez of Odessa will be arraigned in Brown County Nov. 25th. He faces two misdemeanor charges of contributing to a child's misconduct and driving with a suspended license. - Second Man Charged In Cockfighting Case
Douglas County Attorney Charles Branson filed a felony charge of unlawful conduct of cockfighting Wednesday against 40-year old Jose Guerrero of Eudora. - Man Guilty On 11 Counts Involving Sex With A Teenaged Relative
41-year old Ralf Mondonedo was found guilty on a total of 11 counts for having sex with a teenaged relative. - Topeka Businesses Tagged By Graffiti
Several Topeka businesses were tagged by graffiti overnight Tuesday. Topeka Police hope a web-based tracking system can help wipe out the problem. - Governor Taps Ambrosier as 26th District Judge
Parkinson says the Washburn Law School alum has practiced law "in every court in the district."
- Shawnee Co. Expands H1N1 Target Groups
Adults aged 25 to 64 with underlying health conditions will now be able to get the H1N1 vaccine in Shawnee County. - Eyes Put Focus On Potential Problems
People with diabetes need to be especially vigilant about eye health. - FDA Issues Warning for Plavix, Prilosec Users
The FDA says people who take both Plavix and Prilosec may not get the full benefit of both drugs. - Sebelius to Couric: Recommendation Won't Set Policy
The former Kansas governor and now Health and Human Services Secretary tells Couric on the "CBS Evening News" a panel's recommendation on mammograms at 50 should change insurer's policies on paying for the procedures. - FDA Announces Warning on Plavix
The Food and Drug Administration also says Plavix users should avoid combining it with Prilosec or its OTC variety. - Kansas Health Report Rankings Released
Obesity's on the rise, but Kansas' health report card show a continuing drop in smoking and binge drinking. Here's what else the report shows. - Kansans Appointed To Various Health Commissions
The Governor's Councils on Autism and Fitness are among those gaining new members. - Health Policy Authority Says Reform Would Lower Kansas Costs
A Kansas Health Policy Authority analysis shows Kansas could saving millions of dollars a year with health care reform.
- Oprah Confirms End of Show
Oprah Winfrey told viewers Friday that she plans to end her long-running show in 2011. - Bus With Miley Cyrus Tour In Accident, One Dead
A tour bus crashed in Virginia on I-85 killing one. The bus is reported to be with the Miley Cyrus concert tour. - Bus With Miley Cyrus Tour In Accident, One Dead
A tour bus crashed in Virginia on I-85 killing one. The bus is reported to be with the Miley Cyrus concert tour. - Alanis Morissette's New Outlook On Health
Alanis Morissette was the definition of "fierce" when she arrived on the American music scene with one of the big break-up songs of the '90s, "You Oughta Know." But behind that tough exterior were secrets of a difficult past. - Wal-Mart Black Friday Ad: TVs Top Deals
Wal-Mart's much-awaited Black Friday deals will focus on a gamut of gadgets such as high-definition TVs, laptops and Blu-ray players, as well as holiday gift favorites such as toys and DVD's. - Ashlee Simpson: Don't Call My Sister Fat
Ashlee Simpson-Wentz wants people to stop calling her big sister Jessica fat, the singer-turned actress told Women's Health magazine. - Mexican Man Allegedly Kills Woman He Believes Was Witch
According to officials, Iniguez Olivares went into the woman's home, accused her of putting a witch's spell on him and started to beat her with a stick. - Famed Sitcom Writer David Lloyd Dies
David Lloyd may have written the funniest, most daring comedy episode ever.. "Chuckles Bites the Dust" for the Mary Tyler Moore Show in the 70s. Lloyd died earlier this week, and even Chuckles may be weeping for his friend.
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- Survivor Samoa Episode 10 - Review of "The Day of Reckoning” – Russell finds the THIRD idol!!!
The old Galu tribe has crumbled! Russell H. is dominating! This episode and season has been full of suspense! Russell H. found the 3rd hidden immunity idol this time with a clue!!! - Be Careful with That! (The Season's Most Dangerous Toys)
- Advantage to Bill Snyder
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- Royals Biggest Day since 1985 - Cy Young & All Star Game!
- 14 Scariest Twilight Souvenirs
As Twilight mania hits the theaters some unusual products are hitting the shelves.
- Embrace Love, Stop Violence
YWCA's Week Without Violence is October 18-24, 2009. It includes a film screening, rally and self-defense class. - Call to Action to Help More Hispanic Children
BBBS of Topeka is issuing a challenge to the Latino community, as we head into the second half of Hispanic Heritage Month. - Spend A Day On The Greens, Help A Child With Cancer!
Start the first weekend of autumn with a charity golf tournament. Funds raised by the 3rd Annual DMan Hero Foundation tournament help families with children diagnosed with cancer. - Topekans Honored with Mana de Topeka Latina Awards
A night of celebration caps off a year of accomplishment for the Mana de Topeka organization. Here's a list of who was honored with this year's "Latina Awards." - Ministry Group To Give Away Free Groceries
On Saturday August 22nd at 11a.m., Randel Ministries, Inc. in partnership with Family of God Church, 1231 NW Eugene St , Topeka, will be distributing a semi-truckload of food to anyone who is need of food (no ID or proof of income required). - Charity Event For At-Risk Manhattan Youth
K.O. Boxing will be holding their 2nd annual "Fight for Charity" children's benefit event on Saturday, August 29th at the National Guard Armory. Celebrity boxing bouts are planned.
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