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For CIA chief, Obama taps drone strike defenderJohn Brennan, nominated to lead the CIA, is one of the few administration officials who has publicly supported the use of controversial interrogation techniques and drone strikes.
Casey Anthony appeals lying convictionsCasey Anthony appeals her convictions on four counts of lying to authorities. Casey Anthony's attorneys say the appeal is based on the fact that her statements were made before she'd been informed of her right to remain silent.
Lottery winner killed: Should lottery winners' names be kept secret?A lottery winner was killed the day after his scratch-off ticket won, prompting questions about the need to protect the privacy and identity of these often very highly publicized lottery winners.
Supreme court will hear gay marriage arguments in MarchJustices on Monday announced they will hear arguments in Hollingsworth v. Perry on March 26 and United States v. Windsor on March 27.
- Sheriff thinks Conn. tragedy a factor in Ala. school bomb plot
Seventeen-year-old Derek Shrout appeared in court Monday on a charge of attempted assault.
Notre Dame, Alabama stoke strong feelings for BCS national title gameBoth the Fighting Irish and Crimson Tide have won their share of NCAA college football championships over the last century, dredging up dynastic disgust in fans everywhere.
- Ala. teen accused of planning school bomb attack
The student was apprehended after a journal was found by a teacher and turned over to authorities, Russell County Sheriff Heath Taylor said.
- Colo. policeman kills 'limping' elk, candlelight vigil held
The officer who shot the elk allegedly said it was limping and appeared as if it needed to be put down, though a resident has said it wasn't limping a few hours before it died.
Prosecutors to outline case against alleged Aurora shooter James HolmesJames Holmes is charged with more than 160 counts, including murder and attempted murder, in the July 2012 movie theater shooting in Aurora, Colo.,
Who faces tougher nomination: John Brennan at CIA or Chuck Hagel at defense?Early Monday afternoon, President Obama will nominate John Brennan to head the CIA and Chuck Hagel to be secretary of defense. But both Hagel and Brennan may face an uphill nomination process.
Chris Christie: Political calculator? Or just doing his job?New Jersey governor, and possible GOP presidential contender Chris Christie has landed in the spotlight time and again for his take-charge attitude, and his willingness to say what's on his mind. The governor says he's not trying to be political.
McConnell rules out raising taxes, points to spending 'addiction'As the debt ceiling debate heats up, Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell said additional tax hikes are out of the question, and the most important issue the country faces is spending.
Hostage situation leads to another horrific scene in Aurora, Colo.Four adults, including a gunman who allegedly held four people hostage, died Saturday a in suburban townhouse in Aurora Colo. One person escaped the townhouse unharmed. Police have yet to release details, such as the gunman's name or motivation.
Hagel may face opposition if nominated as defense secretarySenators from both parties are predicting a difficult confirmation due to controversial statements the former Senator has made in the past.
Earthquake shakes Alaska, CanadaThe 7.5 temblor produced a tsunami warning that was cancelled after no serious waves were detected.
Pilot arrested after flunking blood-alcohol testPilot arrested after blood-alcohol test: An American Eagle pilot failed a blood alcohol test in Minneapolis. About 10,000 pilots are given a drug and alcohol test annually. Federal rules prohibit pilots from flying within eight hours of drinking or having a blood-alcohol level of 0.04 percent or higher,
Oklahoma and Texas A&M renew Big 12 acquaintances in Cotton BowlBoth the Sooners and Aggies competed in the Big 12 before Texas A&M left for the Southeastern Conference this season. The former conference foes meet Friday night in the 77th annual Cotton Bowl outside Dallas.
Barney Frank asks for interim Senate appointmentFrank, who served 16 terms and headed the House Financial Services Committee, says the next few months will be important for the nation's finances.
- Ariz. teens rescued from frozen lake by a firefighter
Ariz. teens rescued: Two teenage boys spent two hours clinging to a dead tree when the ice on a frozen lake near Show Low, Ariz., cracked. The were rescued by a firefighter in a waterproof suit.
New Congress to vote on superstorm Sandy aidThe new Congress is expected to vote on Friday for relief for the many home and business owners devastated by superstorm Sandy.
