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Dad given custody of kids in hit man case Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 11:07PMzachary.dowdy@newsday.com Attorneys for both the Garden City woman who police said tried to hire a hit man to kill her husband, and the man police said she wanted dead, confirmed that a Nassau court ...
TCU's Sverrisdottir, Mittie earn top MWC women's honors Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 11:04PMThe TCU Lady Frogs' run to the outright Mountain West Conference title has resulted in several postseason awards announced by the league Monday.
Jury mulls fine for West Knoxville drug lord Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 11:00PMFederal prosecutors on Monday ordered up a side of $4.5 million, vehicles, guns and property investments to go with those 38 convictions a jury served a West Knoxville drug lord.The same jury that convicted Donald Ray Reynolds Jr. of running a heavily armed drug trafficking organization that brought members of the violent Placido Benitez Mexican drug cartel to Knoxville will return today to ...
DOJ: Voting machine maker must sell some assets Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 11:00PMThe Justice Department said Monday it will require the biggest voting machine company in the country to sell off key assets following a merger that left the firm in control of more than 70 percent
N.C. to settle inmate lawsuit Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 11:00PMRALEIGH
General Growth investors add $3.93B to Brookfield plan Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 10:51PMThe cash payment matches a provision of a competing bid by Indianapolis-based Simon Property Group Inc., which has offered to buy its biggest competitor for more than $10 billion and pay all unsecured creditors.
2 ex-ACORN workers in Wis. accused of inflating voter registration totals during '08 campaign Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 10:49PMMADISON, Wis. - Two former ACORN workers are accused of repeatedly trying to register the same voters during a Milwaukee drive to meet quotas set by the organization.
Jamie McCourt retains famed trial lawyer David Boies Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 10:39PMIt is seen as a signal that she will fight for her side in the divorce, and will have someone to help oversee her business interests in the proceedings. David Boies, one of America's most celebrated trial lawyers, has joined the team of attorneys representing Jamie McCourt in her divorce from Dodgers owner Frank McCourt.
Law firm gets accident victim $9.3 million award Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 6:26PMLocal law firm gets $9.3 million verdict in 2007 traffic crash
State Supreme Court asks for more judges, judicial employees Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 6:15PMTALLAHASSEE — In 2007, the recession hit the judicial system in Florida just like it hit every sector of public life. The state Legislature slashed the judicial budget by 10 percent while judges saw their workload increase due to rising...
Crafting A Case Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 6:15PMA fired Chickamauga teacher heads to court Monday afternoon to begin a legal process she calls very flawed. Tonya Craft talked with us earlier this week about molestation accusations she calls "false."
Mason City’s Hancock County connection helped shape community we know today Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 6:09PMMason City’s growth from a one-horse-town to a modern, progressive community owes much to five individuals who came by way of Hancock County in the early days of the 20th century.
Attorney seeks changes Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 6:07PMAn area attorney spoke during a recent interim legislative committee meeting on civil commitment cases in the state, saying changes need to be made to ensure theyâre handled adequately.
Leading insurance journal investigates Florida's PIP auto insurnace fraud problem Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 6:06PMBestWeek quotes UAIC CEO Richard Parrillo Jr.,
Child abuse conference set Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 6:03PMEvent planned late this month in Mt. Vernon, Ill.
2 men charged in deaths of 3 at Chicago-area home Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 6:02PMProsecutors say a suburban Chicago man encouraged a friend to kill the mother of his son and her family over a custody dispute.
Prebul Going To Prison Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 6:00PMNewsChannel 9 has learned from sources in New York City that Chattanooga businessman Joe Prebul is going to prison. Prebul has been sentenced to serve one year in prison with no parole according to the U-S Attorney's Office out of the Southern Distict of New York.
Everett's Rev. Paul Stoot Sr. won't face charges Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 7:15AMEVERETT — An Everett pastor won't face charges in connection with his highly publicized arrest last year. Snohomish County prosecutors also declined to file any charges against sheriff's deputies accused of harassing the Rev. Paul Stoot Sr.
Charge against Marzilli gets closer look in court Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 7:13AMWhile former state Senator J. James Marzilli awaits trial in Lowell Superior Court, his lawyers have attempted to clear the most serious charge against him, arguing the case before the Supreme Judicial Court on Monday.
Victim notification system goes online early Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 7:13AMThe new, automated statewide booking system program recently installed at Socorro County's detention center came online sooner than what was originally projected.
Clashes led to Ohio firings, discrimination claims Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 7:06AMCOLUMBUS -- Internal pressure was mounting for months ahead of the February firings of the staff of an agency charged with protecting the well-being of Ohio's insurance fund for injured workers.
Mercedes-Benz hit with large 'lemon law' judgment Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 7:03AMMADISON, Wis. (AP) -- A judge has ordered Mercedes-Benz USA LLC to pay $482,000 in damages and legal fees to a Wisconsin customer who was sold a defective car and not given a refund on time.
Judge To Give Bysiewicz 'Expedited Consideration' For Lawsuit Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 7:00AMSuperior Court Judge Michael Sheldon said Friday that he's giving "expedited consideration" to Secretary of the State Susan Bysiewicz's lawsuit over whether she meets the state's statutory requirement to run for Connecticut attorney general — in hopes of a ruling in time for the Democrats' nominating convention May 21 and 22.
Chamber members advised on pot in the workplace Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 7:00AMMedicinal use of marijuana may be enshrined in the Colorado Constitution, but that does not mean employers are obliged to accept it. That’s according to Curtis Graves, an attorney with the Mountain States Employers Council, a nonprofit consultant to more than 3,000 businesses in Colorado.
Wife blames city for death Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 6:56AMCITY HALL — A wrongful death lawsuit against the city filed by the wife of a man who allegedly died from injuries sustained during a fall at the historical Casa Adobe de San Rafael is scheduled to go to trial this month.
Do your loved ones a big favour: draw up a will Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 6:56AMThis week we deal extensively with the problems of cessions of life assurance policies to provide security for loans. It is a complex issue and one that can become a great deal more complex if you do not have a will.
Public defenders critical of new statewide boss Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 8:54AMSeveral attorneys in Minnesota's state public defender's office are being unusually vocal with criticisms of a new colleague hired to lead their office.
Verizon asks cities for $2 million in refunds Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 8:54AMThe utility says it overpaid its taxes; cities say it’s a bad time to ask for money back.
Is Toyota Hiding Crash Data? Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 8:53AMToyota has for years blocked access to data from ?black box? devices that could explain crashes blamed on sudden acceleration, according to AP investigation.
Man charged with murder in heroin overdose death Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 8:47AMNew murder law went into effect last year
Victim's mother barred from courtroom in teen murder trial Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 8:47AMNEW BRITAIN — The trial of one of three men accused in the 2006 death of a 14-year-old opened Thursday with the victim’s mother barred from the courtroom as a potential defense witness.
Judge hears arguments in Sunnyvale housing discrimination lawsuit Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 8:45AMA federal judge on Thursday heard arguments on whether Sunnyvale violated terms of a settlement of a housing discrimination lawsuit that stretches back decades.
Dong To Be Hospitalized Before Sentencing For Grandmother's Murder Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 8:40AMThe girl who pleaded guilty to the July 2008 stabbing death of her grandmother is headed to a hospital, not prison. Julie Dong, who turned 20 today, was found to be in need of psychiatric treatment by a doctor.
Duronio case goes to jury Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 7:09PMThe murder trial of Matthew Duronio went to the jury Thursday afternoon after attorneys finished their final arguments.
Federal CIO Describes Problems, Changes in IT Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 7:07PMFederal CIO Vivek Kundra spoke about inefficiencies in the government's IT systems and plans for improvement.
Surprises Mark Start Of Kirkland Murder Trial Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 7:06PMJurors dismissed, Anthony Kirkland pleads guilty in two murders; new shocking details of allege serial killer emerge.
Gunfire at Pentagon subway station Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 7:04PMGunfire at Pentagon subway station.
BREAKING NEWS: Former retirement fund director Rios pleads not guilty Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 7:03PMFormer government of Guam Retirement Fund Director John Rios pleaded not guilty to a variety of charges stemming from accusations that Rios allegedly enhanced former Gov. Carl Gutierrez's retirement fund annuity by more than $30,000 a year.
Toyota Secretive Over 'Black Boxes' Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 7:02PMCompany reportedly guarding info on devices which may have recorded which pedals pressed during car crashes
Surprises Mark Start Of Kirkland Murder Trial Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 7:01PMCINCINNATI -- Surprises and shocking statements marked Thursday's opening of the trial of suspected serial killer Anthony Kirkland in Cincinnati. They involved jurors, Kirkland himself and new graphic details on the four murders of females he's accused of committing in 2006 and 2009.
Collier judge again rejects gill net pleas Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 7:00PMFor the second time in three weeks, a Collier Circuit judge rejected plea demands Thursday by defense attorneys for two boat captains and a deckhand accused of using entangling nets to catch two tons of fish in Caxambas Pass.“The court declines to accept this plea again,” Judge Fred Hardt told boat captains Kirkwood Jay Smith , 42, Scott Joseph Mobley, 34, both of Naples, and deckhand Cary Shane ...
County doesn't foresee layoffs Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 6:59PMState funding is unstable and federal aid is dwindling, but despite that Coos County commissioners don't expect to add to the county's jobless rate in the coming year.
Witnesses: Newlywed vocal about wife’s killing Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 6:57PMCharles Reese could face up to life in prison if a jury finds him guilty of murder.
Member quits Woodbridge school board after winning fire district seat Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 6:51PMWOODBRIDGE — The township Board of Education is scrambling to decide what action to take after a fellow board member handed in his letter of resignation Wednesday night.
UPDATE: Member who resigned from Woodbridge school board in race with 8 candidates Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 6:51PMWOODBRIDGE — Eight residents submitted nominating petitions by Monday's deadline to be candidates in next month’s election for three seats on the Board of Education. One of the candidates is a man who resigned from the school board last week.
Former Big Island Teacher In Prison For "Ice" Distribution Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 6:47PMA former Keaukaha Elementary special education teacher tries to avoid consecutive sentences for dealing drugs.
Applications to riverfront commission are still open Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 6:45PMThose who want their voices heard on the future of Bayport's riverfront are encouraged to contact the city.
Judge tosses some testimony as harassment trial nears end Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 6:45PMJurors won’t consider the most provocative of sexual harassment claims when they begin deliberating Wednesday whether Stanislaus County owes a former sheriff’s clerk hundreds of thousands of dollars.
Charges filed in attack on man acquitted of kidnapping Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 6:44PMSeven people are facing charges nearly 20 months after they allegedly beat two men they claimed kidnapped children from a South Salt Lake home during a late-night party.
Appeals court vacates sentence of man accused of killing son Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 6:42PMAssociated Press - March 2, 2010 7:25 PM ET LAWTON, Okla. (AP) - The Oklahoma Court of Criminal Appeals has vacated the sentence of a Medicine Park man who was convicted of killing his...