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Chuck Hagel: Filibuster in store for Obama nominee?Chuck Hagel filibuster: Republican Senator Mitch McConnell said opposition to the former Republican senator leading the Pentagon was growing.
Chris Kyle, ex-Navy SEAL sniper, died pursuing his passionChris Kyle, author of the best-selling book 'American Sniper,' and his friend Chad Littlefield apparently were doing just that Saturday when, officials say, they were shot and killed by former Marine Eddie Ray Routh.
Superdome power outage embarrassing for New OrleansThe outage, blamed on an unspecified 'abnormality' in the Superdome stadium's power system, was an embarrassment for New Orleans, which was hosting its first Super Bowl since 2002 and was eager to show off how it has been rebuilt since Hurricane Katrina.
Alabama hostage standoff: new details emerge about kidnapperJim Lee Dykes, the man accused of killing a bus-driver and abducting a five-year-old boy, is said to have been a reclusive man with anti-government beliefs.
What comes now for the NFL after a tumultuous season?The NFL is still coming to grips with the dangers of professional football — a brutal sport that makes the league tremendously wealthy.
Man charged in fatal shooting of ex-SEAL sniper Chris KyleEddie Ray Routh has been charged with murder in connection with a shooting at a Texas gun range that killed former Navy SEAL and "American Sniper" author Chris Kyle and his friend.
Where are the surprises in Super Bowl ads?With the growth of social media sites like Facebook and Twitter, it's no surprise that more advertisers are releasing ads online up to a week or more before Game Day.
Cardinal Roger Mahony defends his legacy on church child abuseRetired Roman Catholic Cardinal Roger Mahony defended his tattered legacy one day after Archbishop Jose Gomez stripped Mahony of his administrative duties and released thousands of pages of confidential files on sexually abusive priests.
Had your winter Phil? Check Groundhog Day forecastWith thousands watching on Gobbler's Knob in west-central Pennsylvania, Punxsutawney Phil emerged from his lair Saturday but didn't see his shadow.
Coach fined $25,000: Raptors coach Casey fined for criticizing refsCoach Dwane Casey charged onto the court with his arms extended, demanding an explanation for a call he believed was wrong.
Ed Koch, ex-mayor and icon of NYC chutzpah, diesEd Koch, described as bald and bombastic, rescued New York City from near-financial ruin during his three terms as mayor of the city. Ed Koch died at 88.
Catholic church releases sexual abuse files, relieves cardinal of dutiesThe archdiocese of Los Angeles releases thousands of pages of personnel records, revealing a "sad and shameful chapter in the history of our local church."
Alabama hostage standoff: Negotiators talking through a pipeA PVC tube has become the conduit for food, medication, and ongoing negotiations between law enforcement and the Alabama man who shot a bus driver and took a child hostage on Tuesday.
Most popular dogs: Labradors still top dog, but bulldogs are closing inThe votes are in: Labradors remain America's most popular dogs, followed by German shepherds and golden retrievers, but bulldogs are climbing the 'most popular' charts.
- Video: Sen. John McCain and Chuck Hagel tangle over Iraq
Sen. John McCain had a feisty exchange with Chuck Hagel about the Iraq troop surge at Senate confirmation hearings for President Obama's pick for secretary of defense.
Vijay Singh withdraws from Phoenix Open after admitting antler spray useSingh said in a statement on Wednesday that while he used deer-antler spray he was not aware he may have been violating the U.S. PGA Tour's anti-doping policy.
Trayvon Martin trial date: George Zimmerman wants more time, more moneyTrayvon Martin case: George Zimmerman's lawyers want to move the murder trial to November. Zimmerman is also seeking donations for his legal defense fund in the Trayvon Martin case.
Chicago shooting: A case of 'mistaken identity'?Hadiya Pendleton, a Chicago teenager, was shot on Tuesday by a bullet police believe was intended for someone else. Gun violence in Chicago appears to be on the rise. In the meantime, legislators discussed gun laws in Washington on Wednesday.
Alabama: Hostage drama continuesAfter allegedly fatally shooting a school bus driver on Tuesday, an Alabama man took a kindergartner from the bus and is now holding the boy hostage. The suspect appears to be an "antigovernment radical and survivalist," said one observer.
Arizona shooter remains at largeAn Arizona man shot three people at a Phoenix office building following a Wednesday morning meeting. Police were still looking for the suspect. One man is dead and two other people were wounded.
