Black scholar agrees to meet with Obama, policeman.
Gates says it's time to 'move on' from his arrest.
To me, this Gates's whole shtick is just one big crock. How many people actually heard of him before this incident? How much money was he making? How much can he make off this? TONS!
'Cash for clunkers' rules are released.
Census threatens to rip Iraq into shreds.
Sarah Palin leaving governor's post amid confusion, criticism.
Kyrgyzstan: At the Crossroad of Empires, a Mouse Struts.
Kyrgyz opposition cries fraud over vote
Vote in Kyrgyzstan Gets Harsh Criticism
Community backlash grows regarding arrested Hoboken Mayor Cammarano.
This case is just crazy. I cannot wait to see how this thing plays out over the next few months and years. More on Cammarano and the city of Hoboken here.
Last British Army WWI veteran dead at 111. More here. And here. And here.
Report Sees Agent Orange Link to More Illnesses.
Oakland Voters Approve Marijuana Tax
Drive to legalize marijuana rolls on in California
Is Marijuana the Answer to California's Budget Woes?
New Yorker says he would have been suicide bomber.
American says he volunteered for Taliban suicide mission.
New Yorker Explains Path to Al Qaeda.
Three State Legislators Sidestepping Clout Panel.
Jupiter: Our Cosmic Protector?
Hubble snaps picture of Jupiter impact site.
Quinn, Hynes Trade Shots In Likely Primary Prelude.
The governor called Hynes a "no show" on tough budget choices, while Hynes' campaign accused Quinn of keeping quiet while disgraced former Gov. Rod Blagojevich "drove our state into a ditch.”
Pat Quinn may have kept mostly quiet and out of the forefront while Blago drove Illinois into the ground, but Dan Hynes was even quieter and even more out of the spotlight. So Dan Hynes, who ya crappin’?
“When you get in the arena, you've got to make decisions,” Quinn said. "You can't stand on the side of the road and not take part in tough battles. You can't be a no show. You can't just show up and say, 'Hey, I want to be elected to something.' I think you have to show you have the courage of your convictions to stand in the arena, take tough positions, do hard things because that's what the public demands."
But Hynes campaign spokesman Michael Rendina disputed Quinn's characterization, noting Hynes has proposed $1.2 billion in cuts to the state budget along with $1.8 billion in new money by legalizing more casinos, closing business tax breaks and expanding the sales tax to luxury items. Hynes had been critical of inconsistencies behind Quinn's failed push for an income-tax increase and questioned why the governor hadn't made cuts to try to win public support.”
Hynes did not publicly out line any of his proposed cuts or revenue raising measures. He sent out an open letter, but that had the same rhetoric as this statement. It’s easy to say build more casinos, blah, blah, blah. Unfortunately, Illinois still has an outstanding casino license because we can’t seem to find someone to develop a property that doesn’t have ties to the mob, some other crooked enterprise, or some corrupt politician. And as for Danny-boy Hynes’s cuts, I want to see them line by line. I want to know how did you come up with these cuts? Why did you just send an open letter? How come you haven’t requested a sit-down meeting with Governor Quinn? These are all questions that have to be answered before you can be believed. As for Quinn, he’s been flip flopping left and right so much that I don’t even know where to begin.
Jul 25, 2009
Jul 24, 2009
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Greg Hinz from Crain's on the Olympics.
Water district's Terrance O'Brien to run against Stroger.
More from Greg Hinz. O'Brien's MWRD page. The Tribune.
Comptroller Dan Hynes to run for governor. Hynes's campaign site. (No mention yet of governor's run.)
Pat Quinn basically says Hynes has no spine.
Government 'Cash For Clunkers' Program Begins
Spokesman: Stroger Will Not Veto Pot Ordinance
I think this whole situation is so full of crap it's almost unbelievable. Let's ticket people who are high and then send them off driving while impaired.
Obama Visits Chicago for Democratic Fundraisers.
Massive New Jersey corruption case stuns citizens, voters, the media, and political observers. NYT graphic on the case. More from the NYT. Syrian Sephardic Communities Shaken by Charges Against a Leading Rabbi. More on the CW (cooperating witness) in the case. News release from the New Jersey U.S. Attorney.
Shanghai Promoting 2-Child Families.
Black officer at scholar's home supports arrest.
ComEd loses customers for the first time ever.
I know it's because of the economy, but the way this place is run it should have been hemorrhaging customers for years.
Cop that sued Sheriff's office wins money.
Cook County lets motorists pay traffic tickets online.
Slowly but surely this area can crawl out of the stone age.
Murder Charge Filed in Gay Sailor's Death
Hawaii says no to wieners!
Water district's Terrance O'Brien to run against Stroger.
More from Greg Hinz. O'Brien's MWRD page. The Tribune.
Comptroller Dan Hynes to run for governor. Hynes's campaign site. (No mention yet of governor's run.)
Pat Quinn basically says Hynes has no spine.
Government 'Cash For Clunkers' Program Begins
Spokesman: Stroger Will Not Veto Pot Ordinance
I think this whole situation is so full of crap it's almost unbelievable. Let's ticket people who are high and then send them off driving while impaired.
Obama Visits Chicago for Democratic Fundraisers.
Massive New Jersey corruption case stuns citizens, voters, the media, and political observers. NYT graphic on the case. More from the NYT. Syrian Sephardic Communities Shaken by Charges Against a Leading Rabbi. More on the CW (cooperating witness) in the case. News release from the New Jersey U.S. Attorney.
Shanghai Promoting 2-Child Families.
Black officer at scholar's home supports arrest.
ComEd loses customers for the first time ever.
I know it's because of the economy, but the way this place is run it should have been hemorrhaging customers for years.
Cop that sued Sheriff's office wins money.
Cook County lets motorists pay traffic tickets online.
Slowly but surely this area can crawl out of the stone age.
Murder Charge Filed in Gay Sailor's Death
Hawaii says no to wieners!
Jul 22, 2009
Around the News - Lowe Style
Black professor's arrest continues to rattle Boston area.
L.A. County coroner's staff improperly viewed Michael Jackson's death certificate.
This certainly isn't a surprise to me.
U.S. trials for H1N1 vaccine announced.
She'll be coming around the mountain...
Chinese Apple Suicide
Wall Street Journal
Christian Science Monitor
Oklahoma Trooper Suspended Over Scuffle With Paramedic.
I first heard this story awhile back from Rick Sanchez on his hour of CNN Newsroom. (2 pm Central (M-F), CNN)
Spider-Man Director to make World of Warcraft film.
Analysis Finds Toxic Substances in Electronic Cigarettes.
Tim Burton's Alice in Wonderland.
Apparently a trailer was released today and that's how this story came to my attention. Unfortunately, by the time I looked at a couple articles, the trailer was down because someone 'accidentally' released it early.
CPD officers may retire at 55 with benefits.
CPS investigates admissions at elite schools.
ESPN bans NY Post reporters from shows after paper publishes stills from Andrews video.
John Kass -- Mansion's 'cross' didn't help banker's tax case.
This one's a classic.
New Chicago Blackhawks winger Marian Hossa has shoulder injury.
At least Milton made it into the first game of the year.
THE TACO BELL DOG IS DEAD.
Man Says He Found Condom in French Onion Soup.
Investors, including NASCAR drivers, bilked out of $5.4 million.
L.A. County coroner's staff improperly viewed Michael Jackson's death certificate.
This certainly isn't a surprise to me.
U.S. trials for H1N1 vaccine announced.
She'll be coming around the mountain...
Chinese Apple Suicide
Wall Street Journal
Christian Science Monitor
Oklahoma Trooper Suspended Over Scuffle With Paramedic.
I first heard this story awhile back from Rick Sanchez on his hour of CNN Newsroom. (2 pm Central (M-F), CNN)
Spider-Man Director to make World of Warcraft film.
Analysis Finds Toxic Substances in Electronic Cigarettes.
Tim Burton's Alice in Wonderland.
Apparently a trailer was released today and that's how this story came to my attention. Unfortunately, by the time I looked at a couple articles, the trailer was down because someone 'accidentally' released it early.
CPD officers may retire at 55 with benefits.
CPS investigates admissions at elite schools.
ESPN bans NY Post reporters from shows after paper publishes stills from Andrews video.
John Kass -- Mansion's 'cross' didn't help banker's tax case.
This one's a classic.
New Chicago Blackhawks winger Marian Hossa has shoulder injury.
At least Milton made it into the first game of the year.
THE TACO BELL DOG IS DEAD.
Man Says He Found Condom in French Onion Soup.
Investors, including NASCAR drivers, bilked out of $5.4 million.
Jul 21, 2009
Around the News - Lowe Style
City to eliminate taxi fuel surcharge.
Cook County sheriff's deputy of Palestinian ancestry sues superiors. Felt "demonized."
Giannoulias officially kicks off campaign although he has had a website up with plenty of postings for months. As noted here, he announced an exploratory committee in March.
Cook County Board votes to roll back sales tax while Todd Stroger threatens veto. How the commissioners of the board voted.
Dan Seals announces he is running for Congress again.
Cook County sheriff's deputy of Palestinian ancestry sues superiors. Felt "demonized."
Giannoulias officially kicks off campaign although he has had a website up with plenty of postings for months. As noted here, he announced an exploratory committee in March.
Cook County Board votes to roll back sales tax while Todd Stroger threatens veto. How the commissioners of the board voted.
Dan Seals announces he is running for Congress again.
Jul 20, 2009
Around the News - Lowe Style
U.S. Withheld Data on Risks of Distracted Driving
The government lies and we all know it.
The son of Bill Kurtis has died.
If the CPD can't keep track of its own dogs can it keep track of criminals? (Not really, I mean they have 14 year olds impersonating cops at the police stations....)
Couple charged in $40 million fraud.
John Barry, former CEO who helped WD-40 become household name, dies at 84.
This guy probably helped America more than Billy Mays or the ShamWow guy.
Jerry Reinsdorf gives interview to K.C. Johnson, continues his bullcrap.
"But the only way you can avoid making a mistake is not to make a decision...It's just the thought of when you make a mistake, you own that mistake." No, duh Jerry boy. But then the moron goes on to say this, "I wouldn't mind paying the tax if it's an intelligent expenditure." But you won't pay the tax because your too afraid of mistakes. So, quit two timing us Jerry, man up, and pay the tax so we can get a good team and win some championships. What Mr. R doesn't seem to understand is that the better you do in the playoffs and stuff, the more money you make. To have a good team, you have to spend some money Jerry. While talking about the hiring of Vinny D, Jerry boy had this to say, "The novice, because he was a first-time coach, deserved a lower salary than the others." Of course we hired a novice because we wouldn't pay anybody else because you are too cheap Jerry. If we hired a veteran coach, they would probably want to bring in some seasoned assistants, costing you more money Cheap Jerry.
The government lies and we all know it.
The son of Bill Kurtis has died.
If the CPD can't keep track of its own dogs can it keep track of criminals? (Not really, I mean they have 14 year olds impersonating cops at the police stations....)
Couple charged in $40 million fraud.
John Barry, former CEO who helped WD-40 become household name, dies at 84.
This guy probably helped America more than Billy Mays or the ShamWow guy.
Jerry Reinsdorf gives interview to K.C. Johnson, continues his bullcrap.
"But the only way you can avoid making a mistake is not to make a decision...It's just the thought of when you make a mistake, you own that mistake." No, duh Jerry boy. But then the moron goes on to say this, "I wouldn't mind paying the tax if it's an intelligent expenditure." But you won't pay the tax because your too afraid of mistakes. So, quit two timing us Jerry, man up, and pay the tax so we can get a good team and win some championships. What Mr. R doesn't seem to understand is that the better you do in the playoffs and stuff, the more money you make. To have a good team, you have to spend some money Jerry. While talking about the hiring of Vinny D, Jerry boy had this to say, "The novice, because he was a first-time coach, deserved a lower salary than the others." Of course we hired a novice because we wouldn't pay anybody else because you are too cheap Jerry. If we hired a veteran coach, they would probably want to bring in some seasoned assistants, costing you more money Cheap Jerry.
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