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Jennifer Hudson's Estranged In-Law Charged With Murder
Dec 2, 2008 | 12 comments
William Balfour, the estranged brother-in-law of actress Jennifer Hudson, has been charged in the deaths of three of her family members.
"I Worked Out with Obama!"
Dec 2, 2008 | 20 comments
Yeah, we know people have been motivated, even moved to tears by Barack Obama. But a Philadelphia man actually got a chance to work up a sweat with the President-elect when Obama showed up at his gym....
Top News Photos
Dec 2, 2008 | 19 comments
Check out amazing pictures from news events and happenings around the world and close to home.
Juice Could Face 18 Years in the Can
Dec 2, 2008 | 1 comment
O.J. Simpson and a co-defendant face a recommended 18 years in prison in the gunpoint robbery and kidnapping of two sports memorabilia dealers.
American Folk Music Legend Odetta Dies at 77
Dec 2, 2008
Odetta, the folk singer with the powerful voice who moved audiences and influenced fellow musicians for a half-century, has died. She was 77.
Former CA Assembly Speaker's Son Accused of Murder
Dec 2, 2008
The 19-year-old son of former Assembly Speaker Fabian Nunez was arrested Tuesday along with three others for the stabbing death of a 22-year-old college student in San Diego.
Divorce Up Among Military Couples
Dec 2, 2008
The divorce rate among soldiers and Marines increased last year as military marriages suffered continuing stress from America's two wars.
Message in Bottle Tossed Off NJ in '69 Found in NC
Dec 2, 2008
A message in a bottle tossed into the ocean off Barnegat Bay has turned up in North Carolina — 39 years later.
Obama to Tap Richardson for Commerce
Dec 2, 2008
Democratic officials say President-elect Barack Obama plans to name New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson as his choice for Commerce Secretary today. Richardson was Energy secretary and United Nations ambassador...
Bah, Humbug! WH Axes Impeachment Ornament
Dec 2, 2008
A handcrafted Christmas tree ornament that calls for President Bush's impeachment was one of about 370 submitted to the White House but is the only one that won't be displayed on its tree.
Obama Uses Congress Recruiting Base
Dec 2, 2008
The incoming Obama administration is potentially tapping two more up and comers in Congress – California Democrats Xavier Becerra and Mike Thompson – for high level administration positions.
Jeb Bush "Considering" Senate Run
Dec 2, 2008
Former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush – the younger brother of the president – is weighing a run for the Senate seat currently held by Republican Mel Martinez.
Chambliss Thwarts Dems' Bid for 60 Senate Seats
Dec 2, 2008 | 1 comment
Georgia Republican Sen. Saxby Chambliss handed the GOP a firewall against Democrats eager to flex their newfound political muscle in Washington, winning a bruising runoff battle Tuesday night that had...
Mother Defends Accused Hudson Family Murderer
Dec 2, 2008 | 1 comment
William Balfour has been officially accused of the murders of Jennifer Hudson's family members, and William's mother is speaking out against the accusations.
"Spiderman" Raises Awareness, Costs Money
Dec 2, 2008
"Spiderman" gets slap on wrist, community service for wasting New York taxpayers money. See what other Cities Spidey has cost a bundle to raise awareness about the environment...
Obama's Philly Visit
Dec 2, 2008
While President-elect Obama was in Philadelphia for a national governors' conference he showed up unexpectedly at a Philadelphia gym.
Nudists Campaign for Bare Beaches
Dec 2, 2008 | 1 comment
Currently, only one beach in Miami is designated as clothing-optional. Nudists say nude beaches will lure more tourists to Florida's shores.
LIVE VIDEO: Police Discuss Charges in Hudson Family Murders
Dec 2, 2008
Watch a live police news conference detailing charges in the murders of actress Jennifer Hudson's family members.
Stocks Pop on News From Ford, GE
Dec 2, 2008 | 1 comment
Buyers returned to Wall Street Tuesday, sending stocks higher in a session that was marked by indecision even as the Dow Jones industrials closed up 270 points.
Gregory to Host 'Meet the Press'
Dec 2, 2008 | 1 comment
NBC News plans to name David Gregory as moderator of “Meet the Press,” infusing one of television’s most-prized franchises with a sharp edge.
Congress Won't Have to "Smell the Tourists" Anymore
Dec 2, 2008 | 10 comments
With the economy limping along like a sick cockroach, taxpayers can take heart that their money is being well spent. A new Capitol Visitors Center opened in D.C. this morning with a final price tag...
Automakers Road Trip to DC to Beg for Cash
Dec 2, 2008 | 11 comments
Auto execs returned to DC today, leaving their private jets at home and promising paltry salaries in return for a bailout.
As Palin Stumps for Saxby, Martin Relies on Rappers
Dec 2, 2008
Irreverent political news and analysis from Politico's video blog
Emaciated Missing Teen Found Shackled
Dec 2, 2008
A half naked teenager ran into a northern California fitness center with an inch-thick chain shackled to his ankle looking emaciated and bruised, and he may have been held captive, Tracy police said. The...
Obama Seeks to Assure Nervous Govs on Economy
Dec 2, 2008 | 1 comment
President-elect Barack Obama pledged quick work Tuesday on an economic recovery plan to include tax cuts and increased federal spending, and told U.S. governors he wants their advice in designing it. "We...
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Fabian Nunez's Son Arrested in Murder Case
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