Suspect in Colorado bar shooting held without bail

The Associated Press

A man suspected of killing one person and wounding three others in a shooting at a Colorado bar has been ordered held without bail.

Holiday Orders

Can't find the hot new toy? Blame the economy

AP Retail Writer

Robotic toy hamsters, the latest Barbie dolls and stylish boots are disappearing from store shelves as holiday shoppers start to get serious. But don't confuse this with the days of Tickle Me Elmo.

Cleveland Bodies Found

Ohio suspect charged in case that led to remains

Associated Press Writer

A Cleveland man has been indicted on rape and attempted murder charges in the investigation that led to the discovery at his home of the remains of 11 people.

2 workers rescued from wobbly oil rig as Ida nears

The Associated Press

The Coast Guard says two Chevron Corp. workers have been rescued from an oil rig that was in danger of toppling as Tropical Storm Ida churned up high seas.

Meltdown Burglaries

Recession's good news: Cities see burglaries fall

Associated Press Writer

Ever since he was laid off in March, Frank Beil has been on the lookout.

Md. man killed, 6 hurt in Pa. speakeasy shooting

The Associated Press

Authorities in eastern Pennsylvania say a Maryland man is dead after a weekend shooting at an illegal bar that also injured six people.

Abortion Shooting

Man confesses to shooting Kan. abortion provider

Associated Press Writer

Defiant and unapologetic, a man accused of shooting a Kansas abortion provider confessed to the slaying Monday, telling The Associated Press that he killed the doctor to protect unborn children.

Pa. panel hears testimony in court kickbacks case

The Associated Press

A judge tasked with unraveling an alleged $2.8 million kickback scheme involving two Pennsylvania judges says they presided over a juvenile justice system "run amok."

Paterson calls for action on deficit, gay marriage

Associated Press Writer

Gov. David Paterson has urged lawmakers to give final approval to a same-sex marriage bill when they convene in a special session Tuesday.

Families: Iran's accusations against hikers untrue

The Associated Press

The families of three American hikers accused of espionage by an Iranian prosecutor say the allegations are untrue and that their loved ones should be freed.

Federal judge asked to end Yellowstone bison kills

Associated Press Writer

A coalition of environmental and American Indian groups sued two federal agencies Monday to stop the mass slaughter of bison that migrate outside Yellowstone National Park in search of food.

Judge hears arguments on Smart case witness list

Associated Press Writer

Defense attorneys for the man charged in the abduction of Elizabeth Smart argued Monday testimony by experts in Mormon fundamentalism and religious extremism is irrelevant and should not be allowed at a hearing to decide the suspect's mental competency.

Fort Hood Shooting

Tighter security at Fort Hood after deadly rampage

The Associated Press

Routine daily visits by the public at Fort Hood, Texas, have been suspended as the post tightens security following a deadly shooting spree.

APTOPIX US Military Funeral Afghanistan

US troops killed in Afghanistan and Africa

The Associated Press

Army Sgt. Ryan C. Adams

Soldier Funeral

US troops killed in Iraq and Kuwait

The Associated Press

Army Spc. Paul E. Andersen

Hebrew Bible looted by Nazis being sent to Vienna

The Associated Press

A 16th century Hebrew Bible looted by the Nazis six decades ago was returned to Vienna's Jewish community Monday. U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officials turned over the two-volume Bible to two Austrian emissaries during a repatriation ceremony at the Museum of Jewish Heritage in Manhattan.

Prosecutors say Chicago man had al-Qaida video

AP Legal Affairs Writer

Two videos produced by Osama bin Laden's al Qaida terrorist network have been found in the home of a Chicago man accused of plotting an armed attack on a Danish newspaper, federal prosecutors said.

US Israel

Israeli prime minister calls for peace talks

AP National Security Writer

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday called for an immediate resumption of peace talks with Palestinians and pledged more steps to improve economic conditions in Palestinian areas.

University of Montana proposes campus tobacco ban

The Associated Press

The University of Montana is proposing a campus-wide ban on all forms of tobacco, though students and staff would have nearly two years to quit before it's enforced.

Widow of cop involved in stun gun death sues NYPD

Associated Press Writer

An NYPD lieutenant who committed suicide was treated by his superiors as if he had done something wrong and was afraid he might be prosecuted for ordering officers to use a stun gun on a man who fell to his death, the lieutenant's widow said Monday.

US Supreme Court refuses to stop sniper execution

Associated Press Writer

The U.S. Supreme Court has refused to block Tuesday's scheduled execution of sniper mastermind John Allen Muhammad.

Clinton, Bush cancel LA, NY appearances

The Associated Press

Former Presidents Bill Clinton and George W. Bush have canceled February appearances in Los Angeles and New York because a promoter wrongly billed the events as debates.

Trucker dies as big-rig plummets off SF bridge

The Associated Press

A trucker died Monday after his big-rig plummeted 200 feet from a new section of the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge that has seen more than 42 crashes since it opened, authorities said.

Authorities: Object at LA courthouse was not bomb

The Associated Press

Authorities say a suspicious object found outside an East Los Angeles courthouse was not a bomb.

Govt asks 27 years in prison for ex-Rep. Jefferson

The Associated Press

Federal prosecutors want a prison term of at least 27 years for a former Louisiana congressman convicted of taking hundreds of thousands of dollars in bribes.

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