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Darren Sharper signs DVDs at Slidell mall Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 9:02AMMany people braved the rain outside and the long line inside the Northshore Square Mall in Slidell to get their Super Bowl XLIV DVD autographed by veteran safety Darren Sharper Tuesday. Three die-hard Saints fans the first in line at 6:45 a.m. for the noon event. The store showed a Saints’ video for fans while they waited. One of those early risers was Olga Wilson who stood in line for five ...
Police, Firefighters Flex Political Muscles in City Races Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 8:21AMWalter Powell Jr. stood in a restaurant parking lot squinting awkwardly into the sun. A group of out-of-uniform firefighters and police officers stood behind him, holding campaign signs.
Lawmaker lashes out at VW on English bill Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 8:13AMNASHVILLE -- Efforts by a Volkswagen lobbyist Tuesday to state the German auto manufacturer's concerns about legislation requiring all Tennessee driver license exams be conducted in English had a Northeast Tennessee representative questioning if the firm was trying to strong-arm lawmakers into dropping the issue.
Texting While Driving: Put The Thumbs Away Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 11:12PMSome drivers admit to texting while driving despite the known dangers of distraction. And it isn't just young drivers. Some studies show the biggest growth in texting is among people ages 35 and older.
Gas pump death a warning Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 11:11PMIt's very rare.But the unusual tragedy happened last week in Pennsylvania, just about 40 miles from here.A spark from static electricity at a gasoline pump ignited a fire that killed a 19-year-old Cumberland County man who was an aspiring police officer and avid bowler.Experts say L. David Byers...
Flows from Lake Darling Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 11:11PMMinot safety officials are cautioning people to avoid the ice on rivers due to warming temperatures. Ken Sisk, public education officer for the Minot Fire Department, said that running water serves to weaken and thin the ice more quickly than standing water.
Lee County to review sign ordinance Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 11:09PMThe planning commission wants a hold on new signs while the county fixes the ordinance and reviews its stance on animated and flashing signs.
Briefs: Mechanical issues did not cause fatal Toyota wreck Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 11:08PMInvestigators said there were "no obvious signs of mechanical problems" with the car.
UConn Extends Winning Streak to Record 72 Games Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 11:08PMHARTFORD, Conn. (AP) UConn finally celebrated - just a little bit.
NE Town inks contract with Northland regarding road use Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 11:08PMNORTHEAST TOWN-A $10,000-per-year community stipend and an agreement to bury at least part of the transmission lines highlight a road use agreement negotiated between the Northeast Town and Northland Power last week, bringing the wind farm project a step closer to implementation.
More Roadwork Ahead for Marion Village Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 11:07PMMarion Village is bracing for another round of heavy construction, which is set to begin next week and conclude by the end of May. The Phase 3A Village Loop Structural Repairs will include deep digging along Front and Hiller streets with the aim of replacing the sewer system. Marion Board of Selectmen, Town Administrator Paul F. Dawson, Superintendent of Public Works Robert Zora, and contractor ...
Mayor: 'Tough decisions' face city's finances Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 11:06PMMayor Gabriel J. Campana promised on Tuesday he will never lead the city into bankruptcy and, if financially necessary to keep the promise, would even not replace police officers who retire. The mayor made the revelation Tuesday morning while meeting with reporters to discuss a gathering of mayors he attended in Harrisburg on Monda.
UConn to 16th Big East title Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 11:01PMUConn finally celebrated — just a little bit.
911 Call Takers Inundated With Unnecessary Calls Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 10:34PMKFOX received an anonymous letter outlining some issues at the 911 center that could possible leave the public's safety at risk.
Baseball Set For Series at Big 12 Power Texas A&M Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 10:33PMNittany Lions play the Aggies for the first time since 2001.
State preps for another costly cleanup under airport viaduct as dozens of homeless return Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 10:08PMThe trash is back under the H-1 Freeway's airport viaduct, leading state transportation officials to...
Site of polo club owner’s crash doesn’t need traffic lights, Wellington officials say Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 9:57PMWELLINGTON The intersection where engineering graduate Scott Wilson died in a collision with polo club owner John Goodman is probably not busy or hazardous enough to need traffic lights, village leaders and traffic officials say.
NCBRT teaches courses to emergency responders Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 9:50PMBy: Ryan Buxton On-campus center specializes in danger Police officers know how to shoot guns and kick down doors, but they must also learn to operate in biologically hazardous situations with physical and chemical dangers. Emergency response agencies look to the University for lessons like these — spec...
Ryan Clark says no to Miami Dolphins; safety re-signs with Pittsburgh Steelers Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 9:26PMRyan Clark says no to Miami Dolphins; safety re-signs with Pittsburgh Steelers
Reno traffic safety enforcement includes bicyclists, pedestrians Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 9:25PMReno police have re-launched a campaign to reduce traffic accidents, with bicyclists and pedestrians possible targets for warnings and citations.
'Fun Center' Trampoline Blamed For Shattered Bones Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 8:24PMSky High Sports in Bellevue calls itself a trampoline "fun center," but KIRO 7 has learned that on a lawsuit was filed claiming Sky High and its operators are "grossly negligent."
Zoo reopens after bear bites woman Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 2:17PMA Manitowoc zoo has re-opened one day after a bear bit a woman.
Aussie Losing to Loonie as Canada’s Banks Trump China (Update3) Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 1:44PMMarch 8 (Bloomberg) -- The Australian dollar is being overtaken by the Canadian dollar among commodity currencies as the safety of Canada’s banking system and ties with the U.S. economy spur investors to buy the loonie.
DOT Traveler Advisory Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 1:26PMNew York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) announced today, that soil sampling will be performed on State Route 434 eastbound between the Binghamton University campus exit and Murray Hill Road in the town of Vestal, Broome County, beginning at 9 a.m. on March 10. Motorists will encounter a driving lane closure in the eastbound direction on State Route 434. All work is expected to be ...
Blame bikes? Bad move Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 12:53PMGuest opinion by Thomas Pease The Anchorage Police Department has proposed new language in the Municipal Traffic Department’s Title 9 traffic rewrite that would negatively impact bicyclists throughout Anchorage. Current code (sect. 9.38.020(c)) requires motorists to yield to bikers and other non-motorized users at all intersections. Recently, municipal traffic planners inserted language into the ...
Ice rescue takes place day after training Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 12:45PMHUSTISFORD - Following a daylong ice rescue training session on Lake Sinissippi Saturday, Hustisford firefighters and first responders used that training immediately the next day when a snowmobiler went through the ice on the lake where they had trained.
(AFX UK Focus) 2010-03-08 17:39 U.S. FDA advisory meetings through May 12 Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 12:13PMTHIS DIARY IS FILED AS THE FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION UPDATES ITS SCHEDULE. ITEMS AFTER MARCH 13 ARE EDT/GMT. For more information on the FDA's Advisory Committee meetings, see: http://www.fda.gov/AdvisoryCommittees/Calendar/default.htm
Police Chief called to School Comm. Meeting to address traffic concerns Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 12:11PMSTONEHAM, MA -The signs are all there, the lines are drawn, and the spaces are well demarcated. And still the Stoneham School Committee worries about the continual disregard for traffic laws in school zones - so much that it hosted Stoneham Police Chief Richard Bongiorno at its meeting on Thursday.
High water expected: Projections show 89 percent chance of major flooding on James River in town Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 7:58PMGradual melting and minimal precipitation would lessen problems, but the latest projections show an 89 percent chance of major flooding along the James River at Huron, state officials say.
Special Report: NPC & CPPCC,Annual Sessions 2010 Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 7:43PMForeign scholars and journalists were generally positive in reviewing the government's strategies and outlined the challenges ahead as Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao's government work report delivered Friday caught wide attention across the world.
Two Killed In Helicopter Crash Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 6:23PMAuthorities say they are investigating the cause of a deadly helicopter crash near Dilley.
Richmond Hill pilot, 77, dead in small plane crash on southside Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 6:22PMSummary: A Richmond Hill pilot died overnight Friday when his small plane crashed into a pond on Savannah's southside. A Richmond Hill pilot died overnight Friday when his small plane crashed into a pond on Savannah's southside. Arthur Gautreau, 77, and his 1946 white and blue Luscombe aircraft were reported missing about 7 p.m. Friday after taking off from Hodge Airpark off Hinesville Road ...
Carnival Cadiz delights in the dole Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 6:20PMALONG with the distinction of being the oldest city in Europe, Cadiz is best known for two things: its famous carnival and its chronic unemployment.
State: Something fishy about church sign Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 3:05AMOrganizers of a popular Friday night fish fry at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Ida are being ordered by the state to remove a sign at M-50 and Lewis Ave. advertising the event.
Transportation ideas sought, discussed Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 3:05AMTOLEDO — How would you like to be driving south on I-75 and be told there was so much congestion about four miles ahead in Toledo that you should take another route?
Giants make 12 roster moves on eve of free agency Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 3:00AMEAST RUTHERFORD, N.J.—The New York Giants have tendered one-year contracts to nine restricted free agents on the eve of free agency.
Australia launches major probe into Indian toddler's murder Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 3:00AMMELBOURNE - Australian police launched a major murder investigation Friday after a three-year-old Indian boy's body was found dumped by a Melbourne roadside, threatening to cast a fresh shadow over ties.
Plenty of Adopt-A-Highway permits up for grabs Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 2:40AMAfter being out of commission for the last 18 months, the Adopt-A-Highway program is up and running again.
Fishing still showingsigns of improvement Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 3:52PMDr. Bogus Some say insanity is doing the same thing over and over and each time expecting a different result – others just call it fishing. But I am a firm believer that there is one thing that does pay off in fishing, and that is persistence or perseverance, whatever you want to call it.
Spring break switcheroo: Europe gains visitors at Caribbean's expense Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 3:43PMTwo youth-oriented travel agencies report European locales are besting Caribbean counterparts for spring break travelers. A recent survey by STA Travel shows 34% of its spring break customers are bound for Europe. Just 10% are going to Mexico, a reversal from last year.
More Reasons To Be Concerned About Escalators Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 3:43PMThere are warnings on escalators in the Chicago area. But how many of us have ever read them, or understand what they mean? Experts have known about the danger of feet getting snagged by escalator stairs and how to avoid it for more than 10 years. CBS 2 Chief Correspondent Jay Levine reports.
Bruce Road still an issue for Boaz residents Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 3:35PMThe deep, hilly waves of Bruce Road east of Alabama Highway 168 remain a concern for some Boaz residents. “It’s fixing to be a political issue in that town,” said Edwin Allison, of Bruce Road.
Glassboro's Brackett re-signs with Colts Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 3:20PMLinebacker Gary Brackett, a 1998 graduate of Glassboro High School, wanted to finish his NFL career where it all started -- Indianapolis.
Hidden Hills boarder dies in tree well Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 3:14PMFollowing the death last Saturday of a 43-year-old snowboarder near the Secret Spot run at Mammoth Mountain Ski Area, Lt. Robert Weber of the Mono County Sheriff’s Department confirmed the cause of death as asphyxiation and suffocation from fresh snow, secondary to the snowboard accident.
Bridge opens near town Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 3:08PMA supervisor with Greenville Paving departs on a dozer from the Roberts Road construction site Thursday after completing the Cedar Creek bridge replacement project that began in November. The detour signs and barricades were removed Wednesday opening the bridge to traffic.
Care taken with Rusheon Middle Schoolers, parents Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 3:06PMAs students and parents continue to deal with the alleged sexual assault of two Rusheon Middle Schoolers, the Bossier School Board pledged safety and help.
Lions' Tom Lewand: 'We'll be on the phone after midnight' Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 8:46AMALLEN PARK - The NFL free agency market opens at midnight tonight and the Detroit Lions don't plan on wasting any time in getting started. "We'll be ready to be on the phone after midnight,'' said Lions president Tom Lewand. "We'll see where it takes us. We're prepared.
Safety experts: Air traffic control incidents point to complacency, signal wider problems Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 8:38AMWASHINGTON - For the third time in seven months, the judgment of those who operate the nation's air traffic control system has been called into question and concerns raised that complacency may be causing controllers and their supervisors to bend rules.
Kids At Controls Raise Air Traffic Safety Concerns Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 8:35AMFor the third time in seven months, the judgment of those who operate the nation's air traffic control system has been called into question and raised concerns that the system may not be as safe as officials claim.
Letters to the Editor: March 3, 2010 Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 8:28AMLetters to the Editor: March 3, 2010