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Judge orders merging of Aurora lawsuits against movie chainA District Judge consolidated seven lawsuits brought against Cinemark, the theater chain where 12 were shot and 58 wounded during the premier of 'The Dark Night Rises' this summer. Cinemark is accused of lax security.
Chris Christie files papers to seek re-election in N.J.The technical step allows Christie to set up a campaign headquarters, hire staff and raise money toward his re-election, said people who spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity.
Kidnapping victim Elizabeth Smart's memoir to be written by US congressman-electUtah Congressman-elect and author Chris Stewart said that Smart has made a surprising recovery from the brutal experience at the hands of her captor.
Casey Anthony: Did she do a Google search for 'fool-proof suffocation'?Casey Anthony case: Florida detectives did not discover that someone at Casey Anthony's house did a Google search on her computer for "fool-proof suffocation" on the day her 2-year old daughter died.
Lawrence Guyot, civil rights leader, dies after decades of activismLawrence Guyot, a 73-year-old civil rights activist who survived beatings and went to prison in Mississippi in the 60s, died late Thursday night. Guyot was a long-time advocate of voter rights.
Giving thanks after superstorm SandyMany hit hard by hurricane Sandy will be celebrating a subdued Thanksgiving this year. But there is still much to be grateful for, and thanks to New York and New Jersey organizations, no one will miss a turkey dinner.
Jesse Jackson Jr. resigns: What happens next?Jesse Jackson Jr. (D) of Illinois sent a letter of resignation to House Speaker John Boehner. Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn, a Democrat, has five days to schedule an election to replace Jackson and the election must be held within 115 days. There are unconfirmed reports of an FBI investigation into misuse of campaign funds.
On Black Friday, retailers take customization to the next levelTo combat online shopping and a slow economy, more retailers are providing more convenient shipping options and providing layaway, price matching, and smart phone apps for shoppers.
Detroit rejects funds, will the city be out of cash by Christmas?Detroit's city council rejected a condition that $10 million in much-needed aid was dependent upon. The city, which is struggling financially was expected to receive $30 million from the state of Michigan by mid-December.
Florida teen charged in fatal school bus shootingA 13-year-old girl died after being shot by a teenage boy on a school bus on the way to school on Tuesday morning. A 15-year-old boy was charged with the crime. The eight other children on the bus at the time were uninjured.
San Francisco lawmakers vote to ban public nudityIn response to complaints from constituents, San Francisco lawmakers voted to ban public nakedness. Opponents to the measure cite concerns about freedom of expression. Another vote and the mayor's signature are needed before the new law could take effect.
Will Detroit run out of cash?On Tuesday, Detroit's city council rejected a contract from a law firm that would have helped the city with its finances. The rejection means the city did not receive the $10 million dollars it was expected to receive on Tuesday.
Colin Kaepernick: More than a 49ers backup QB?49ers QB Colin Kaepernick and linebacker Aldon Smith teamed up to vanquish the Chicago Bears on Monday Night Football. Colin Kaepernick, in his first NFL start, passed for 243 yards and two touchdowns.
- Four California men arrested in Al Qaeda plot to kill US soldiers in Afghanistan
Four men, including one who served in the US Air Force, were charged with planning to bomb US facilities in Afghanistan and Yemen, says the FBI.
Monkey death: Arrest made in Idaho zoo caseMonkey death arrest: Police arrest a man who they believe beat a monkey to death during a burglary at a Boise zoo. A $1,000 award was offered for information leading to an arrest in the case.
Is infidelity an emotional war wound?Rebecca Sinclair, the wife of a high-ranking US general who had an affair, said in an interview that military marriages suffered from the protracted US involvement in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Broadwell hires Washington PR firm to deal with Petraeus affair fall-outThe women involved in the Petraeus scandal have hired high-profile representation. Paula Broadwell has hired a well-known Washington communications firm, and Jill Kelley hired a prominent lawyer who once represented John Edwards.
Indianapolis explosion becomes homicide investigationInvestigators have determined individuals may be behind the mysterious Indianapolis explosion earlier this month that killed a young couple, and left a number of homes uninhabitable.
In Superstorm's wake: Erosion and questions on government-funded sandHurricane Sandy caused major erosion along the New Jersey coastline, slimming beaches significantly. Some question the wisdom of using federal funding to build up beaches that just get washed away.
Maryland moving to Big 10 Conference. Rutgers next to join?The University of Maryland announced Monday that it's moving to the Big Ten. It's widely expected that Rutgers will join them on Tuesday.
