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Feds react to WikiLeaks
The controversy surrounding the latest disclosure of secret and classified diplomatic cables, dubbed “cablegate” by some uninventive types in the media, has spawned a wide variety of responses...
BlackBerry, iPhone square off for corporate sales
LOS ANGELES — There was a time when BlackBerrys grew wild...
Senate nears passage of $858 billion tax-cut deal
WASHINGTON — The $858 billion tax-cut deal moving through Congress will jolt life into the struggling U.S. economy over the next two years, but faces one more major hurdle first — passing the House of Representatives despite Democrats angry about its estate tax and ...
In DREAM Act vote, a measure of GOP’s shift
WASHINGTON — After years of courting Latino voters with a softer tone on immigration, Republican leaders in Congress have all but abandoned that posture, risking what remains of GOP support among the fastest-growing segment of the U.S. population...
Virtual justice: Online game world meets real-world cops and courts
PHILADELPHIA — When Tim Quirino needed cash to help him get through his senior year at Drexel University, he knew what to sell...
Tax cuts will pass despite Democratic uprising, Obama advisor says
WASHINGTON — The $858 billion package of tax cuts and jobless benefits that President Barack Obama and Republican leaders crafted will pass Congress without major changes despite a revolt among House Democrats, a top administration adviser said Sunday...
3 discharged gay veterans file suit seeking reinstatement
LOS ANGELES — Three decorated military veterans discharged because they are gay filed suit Monday in San Francisco...
Obama signs child nutrition bill
LOS ANGELES — With his wife by his side, President Barack Obama...
Anti-gay church plans to picket Elizabeth Edwards’ funeral
RALEIGH, N.C. — News that a Kansas church known for its provocative disruptions of soldiers' burials plans to picket Saturday's funeral in Raleigh for Elizabeth Edwards has sparked outrage...
Porn industry health clinic shut down by L.A. County health officials
LOS ANGELES — Los Angeles County...
Widow offers to pay fine for library book overdue 74 years
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — For 95-year-old Hazel Severson, the decision was straightforward. The book didn't belong to her, so she needed to return it...
