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- Tornadoes damage homes, train in Wyoming, Colorado
Tornadoes damaged at least 23 buildings and flipped five train cars as a powerful storm system rolled through parts of Colorado and Wyoming Thursday, packing hail, rain, and at least two tornadoes. No one was seriously injured.
LeBron James takes Heat to Game 7 with CelticsLeBron James had 45 points and 15 rebounds, overwhelming the Boston Celtics in 98-79 victory for the Miami Heat. Celtics-Heat Game 7 of the Eastern Conference finals to be played Saturday night in Miami.
GOP victory in Wisconsin a good sign for RomneyWisconsin's Republican Governor Scott Walker survived a contentious recall effort on Tuesday; it may pave the way for success in November.
Romney raises $76 million to Obama's $60 millionThis is the first time the Republican candidate has beaten his opponent in fundraising.
- House passes homeland security budget bill
The bill passed on partisan lines, unusual for homeland security questions.
If elected, Romney millions will go in blind trustThe candidate's estimated 250 million dollars will be administered by federal officials on his behalf if he becomes President.
Bernanke: US is facing "fiscal cliff"The chairman of the Federal Reserve says a looming financial crisis set for the end of the year is starting to affect growth.
Boy Scouts to 'review' ban on gay scout leadersThe Boy Scouts of America will review a resolution to allow local scout troops to accept gay Scout leaders. But a decision by the Boy Scouts of American was not expected until May 2013.
Thunder reaches NBA Finals by beating Spurs in Game 6For the first time since 1996, when the franchise was in Seattle, Oklahoma City is in the NBA Finals by virtue of their series-clinching win Wednesday night over San Antonio.
- Tsunami debris: Dock from Japan floats 5,000 miles to Oregon
Beside the dock, there are 1.5 million tons of tsunami debris still floating in the Pacific. A Harley Davidson in a crate arrived in British Colombia. A soccer ball from Japan washed up in Alaska.
Panetta says US losing patience with Pakistan over terroristsUS Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta expressed frustration with the Pakistani government Thursday over not doing enough to root out terrorists attacking US troops in Afghanistan.
New York City at high financial risk for hurricane damageA new report says the New York metropolitan area, including Long Island and northern New Jersey, could be hit with heavy financial losses in the event of a hurricane making landfall there.
Sandusky trial: nine jurors selected, three (and alternates) to goSeveral of the nine jurors who have been seated have links to Penn State as students, alumni or supporters.
- Bill Clinton suggests extending tax cuts
The former President suggested a temporary extension would give the political parties time to work out a compromise.
Gay marriage question heads to US Supreme CourtThe 9th Circuit Court of Appeals have rejected the gay marriage opponents' appeal; the case is now headed to the Supreme Court.
Wisconsin recall: Walker keeps his jobScott Walker is the first governor in US history to survive a recall effort.
Long lines for voters in Wisconsin recallTurnout is high in an election fraught with labor politics.
Eyes are on the sky during transit of VenusAcross the United States, the general public has caught astronomy fever as they watch this once-in-a-lifetime event.
Disney bans junk-food ads during children's programmingAt an event announcing the push, First Lady Michelle Obama called the announcement a 'game changer.'
Thunder rolls on the road, beats Spurs in Game 5Oklahoma City is one win away from the franchise's first NBA Finals, after a thrilling five-point win in San Antonio Monday night.
