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- CCSU suspect in custody, lockdown lifted
CCSU suspect: After reports of a gunman on campus, Central Connecticut State University locked down the school. Nearly three hours later the CCSU lockdown was lifted and a man was in custody.
Red Sox beards worth $100,000 to Boston One FundWorld Series MVP David Ortiz and Boston Red Sox teammate Shane Victorino had their beards shaved for charity. Gillette donated $100,000 to the One Fund. The two Red Sox players were joined by Fenway Bullpen-Boston police officer Steve Horgan.
Virginia governor race in the national spotlightVirginia governor race: Vice President Joe Biden is campaigning with Democrat Terry McAuliffe in the Washington suburbs a day before Election Day.
- Two planes collide over Wisconsin, everyone survives
Nine skydivers and two pilots survived – with no serious injuries – when two planes collided in midair Saturday evening in Wisconsin. One plane went down after a big flash fireball, and the wing separated. The other landed safely.
JFK assassination ushered in video ageTelevision introduced Americans to a young John F. Kennedy Jr., joined him on the campaign trail, and chronicled his murder, memorial, and burial.
In early endorsement, Chuck Schumer bets on Hillary ClintonSenator Chuck Schumer of New York endorsed Hillary Clinton for president during a speech at the Iowa Democratic Party dinner on Saturday, despite the fact the former secretary of state, senator, and first lady has not yet declared her intention to run.
Will resounding victory for Chris Christie translate to national success?Polls predict New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie will easily win a second term in Tuesday's election. But the left does not view Christie as a moderate, and many wonder if the Democratic-leaning state would go his way in a presidential election.
- One injured in North Carolina A&T State University shooting
North Carolina A&T State University went on lockdown after the shooting of a 21-year-old man, whose injuries were serious but not life-threatening. Police are searching for four suspects believed to be armed.
- Horsemeat lawsuit fails: Greenlight for horse slaughterhouse in US
Horsemeat lawsuit: A federal judge threw out a lawsuit by The Humane Society trying to stop the opening of a US plant to produce horsemeat for human consumption.
- Missouri Southern State football coach shot, killed, school cancels Homecoming
Derek Moore, a new assistant football coach at Missouri Southern State University, was shot and killed in the parking lot of a Joplin movie theater Friday night. MSSU canceled Homecoming activities for the weekend, and planned a candlelight vigil.
Charlie Crist to run as Democrat against Rick Scott for FL governorThe Sunshine State's gubernatorial race is sure to be hot. On Friday, former Republican Governor Charlie Crist filed official paperwork to run as a Democrat against Governor Rick Scott (R.). Though deeply unpopular, Scott is well funded and mud will surely fly.
- Boston Red Sox rolling rally plunges into Charles River
The Boston Red Sox rolled through the city in amphibious 'duck boats' Saturday. Team members stopped and placed the 2013 World Series trophy on the Boston Marathon finish line. "We played for the whole city," said Red Sox second baseman Dustin Pedroia.
Bernard Goetz, 'subway vigilante,' caught in pot stingBernard Goetz, famous as the 'subway vigilante' who shot four youths in 1984 in New York, was arrested Friday. Bernard Goetz was arrested for selling $30 worth of marijuana to an undercover cop.
Broad bipartisan support to ban discrimination based on sexual orientationIn response to popular opinion that homosexuality should be accepted rather than discouraged, both Democrats and Republicans support the passage of a Senate bill that would prohibit employers from discriminating based on sexual orientation or gender identity.
Road to the NYC Marathon: Runners tell their storiesOn Sunday, nearly 50,000 runners hope to complete the New York City marathon. After events like Hurricane Sandy, the cancelation of last year's race, and the Boston Marathon Bombing, each runner has a story to tell.
- Red Sox beards to be shaved at Gillette headquarters
Red Sox beards: World Series MVP David Ortiz and Red Sox outfielder Shane Victorino will shave their beards Monday in a promotional event. All Red Sox players grew beards in the 2013 season as a sign of solidarity.
Suspect in custody after Los Angeles airport shooting, police sayThere are reports of multiple injuries in a terminal at Los Angeles International Airport. The shooting occurred Friday in the terminal that houses Virgin America.
Texas abortion restrictions were stopped by court, now reinstatedTexas abortion restrictions: A federal appeals court says Texas' tough new abortion restrictions can take effect immediately, putting at least 12 clinics out of the abortion business.
F-35 fighter opposition defeated in Burlington, Vt.F-35 fighter: The Vermont Air National Guard facility at Burlington International Airport is the Air Force's preferred site for basing the new planes. A decision is expected this fall.
Red Sox win; Boston fans celebrate World Series victoryFor the first time in 95 years, Boston Red Sox fans can celebrate a World Series victory won at home. Police were prepared should any problems arise during post-game parties, they said.
