Young men on a mission at Mission High SchoolTuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 2:45AMAs he watched his city champions warm up for Monday's practice, coach Arnold Zelaya explained how the Mission High boys basketball team came together. The story does not have a pretty beginning. Grade trouble forced a couple of the seniors out of Sacred...
Authorities wonder why was 'Bulldog' unleashedSunday, March 7, 2010 @ 4:02AMJerry Davich: The plot just keeps getting deeper and darker regarding Michael "Bulldog" Drogosz. Drogosz, if you recall, is the 27-year-old Knox area native who was involved in that "all hell broke loose" police shootout on Feb. 15 in Bass Lake. Since I last wrote about him, I've heard from his sister, several acquaintances, the Illinois Department of Correction, and a private investigator from ...
HP EliteBook 8440W: Rugged, Powerful Business Laptop Lacks Multimedia PolishThursday, February 25, 2010 @ 11:19PMThe HP EliteBook 8440w won't win awards for ultrathin design elements or elegant looks, but underneath the almost military-style exterior is a dual-core (with Hyperthreading) Intel CPU coupled with an nVidia Quadro FX 380M professional-grade graphics processor. When you first unpack the laptop, the...
Sacajawea springtimevery special this yearMonday, February 22, 2010 @ 3:37AMSacajawea State Park is cold, leafless and more than a little desolate these days with winter winds
He’s here: Harringtons warn killer he’ll be caughtThursday, February 18, 2010 @ 3:38PMDan and Gil Harrington arrive at the Copeley Road Bridge on Thursday, February 18. PHOTO BY COURTENEY STUART They don’t know who killed their daughter, but Morgan Harrington ’s parents say they remain certain about where he lives, and that he will be caught. “There is a bad guy here in Charlottesville,” Dan Harrington pointedly told reporters gathered by Morgan’s memorial on the Copeley Road ...
Oh, hello there.Tuesday, February 16, 2010 @ 11:20AMHi. I'm Alison. I like hamburgers, cocktails, shouting and reading. I like music and I know you do, too. Let's be friends. I will attempt the impossible and try filling Steph John's considerable shoes as she trots the globe. Send show announcements, birth announcements, hate emails, mp3s and Fleetwood Mac bass tabs to alison.lang@gmail.com. And finally, here is a photo ...
BASS Reporter's NotebookTuesday, February 9, 2010 @ 3:16PMFans Can Count on More Free Fun at Bassmaster Classic's Outdoors Show
BASS signs Minn Kota® as official BASS sponsorMonday, February 8, 2010 @ 10:16AMBASS announced today a new multi-year sponsorship agreement with Minn Kota®, the world's leading trolling motor company.
California lawmakers agree to pay fines over gift disclosureTuesday, February 2, 2010 @ 12:40AMThirty-one California lawmakers have reached tentative agreement with the state's political watchdog agency to pay $9,400 in fines for failing to disclose gifts from interest groups.
Kayaks sink Dick’s Sporting Goods dealWednesday, January 27, 2010 @ 4:45AMDick’s Sporting Goods – a major sports goods store – was among the early serious prospects to locate at The Promenade Shops at Orchard Valley.
California gift-limits bill sidetracked before Assembly voteWednesday, January 27, 2010 @ 12:18AMLegislation to crack down on concert tickets, meal tabs, greens fees, Sacramento Kings tickets and other gifts to California lawmakers has been killed before reaching the Assembly floor.
More than technology needed to help keep poachers at baySunday, January 24, 2010 @ 8:37AMROCK HALL -- Ice panes formed a mosaic on the glassy surface of the Chesapeake Bay as a patrol boat nosed out of the harbor and headed for open water.
FPPC probes gifts to lawmakers totaling $8,500Friday, January 22, 2010 @ 12:39AMThe grand total in alleged public disclosure violations by dozens of California lawmakers is 66 gifts valued at more than $8,500, according to a review of Fair Political Practices Commission documents.
Fishing Line - 01-21-09Wednesday, January 20, 2010 @ 8:22PMAMERICAN RIVER -- Some fresh steelhead were making a showing -- finally -- and the rains should encourage even more to head upstream.
Obama's chief of staff reflects on a year of making a differenceSaturday, January 16, 2010 @ 10:06AMIt was the last Sunday in November, and White House Chief of Staff Rahm Emanuel was in the Oval Office for a meeting of special gravity. After reviews with his national security team, military commanders, civilian leaders in Afghanistan and other nations -- a process overseen by Emanuel -- President Obama was finalizing his Afghanistan policy. Two days later, Obama would be at West Point ...
Heads of the HydraWednesday, January 13, 2010 @ 5:22PMHelotes rock band Hydra Melody began in 2001 as an after-school jam session for Stinson Middle School students Robert Pompa and Jordan Berlanga.
North Lake Community CalendarWednesday, January 13, 2010 @ 4:04PMFind out all the events going on in your community, and planyour week’s activities with The Times. To get listed in thecalendar, contact Northlake community news editor Jeanette Lach atleast 10 days in advance.
Can Technology Be Kashered?Tuesday, January 12, 2010 @ 6:35PMSexual images on the Internet disturb many people, but haredi Jews view them as a threat to their entire way of life.
Man Ties Record For Biggest Largemouth BassFriday, January 8, 2010 @ 8:18PMA man was being credited with tying the 77-year-old world record for catching the biggest largemouth bass. The International Game Fish Association announced Friday that it had confirmed the 22-pound, 4-ounce fish caught by Manabu Kurita. The Florida-based group said Kurita caught the fish July 2 on Lake Biwa, Japan's largest lake.
City officials recap 2009, look forward to a new yearThursday, January 7, 2010 @ 1:40AMMoney is at the heart of almost any discussion with city officials these days. Cities were given a temporary reprieve mid-month when Gov. Tim Pawlenty announced there would be no unallotments of the funds cities would receive at the close of December.
Let's Get the Party Started (on TV)!Thursday, December 31, 2009 @ 10:32AMRinging in the New Year from your couch? Let your TV do the heavy lifting.
City officials recap 2009, look forward to a new yearThursday, December 31, 2009 @ 12:30AMMoney is at the heart of almost any discussion with city officials these days. Cities were given a temporary reprieve mid-month when Gov. Tim Pawlenty announced there would be no unallotments of the funds cities would receive at the close of December.
Hernando County clubsWednesday, December 30, 2009 @ 7:25PMBrooksvilleHernando Council Senior Citizens No. 1: 8187 Fort Dade Ave. Pinochle, noon to 3:30 p.m. Wednesdays and Fridays. $3; includes lunch and prizes. Visitors, new members welcome. Linda, (352) 573-7696.
Sonance Visual Performance VP89 In-Wall Speakers PreviewMonday, December 28, 2009 @ 10:42AMSonance Visual Performance Series speakers are designed with not only audio performance, but installation, spacial consideration and a discrete look in mind. The VP89 is the flagship of the VP series, offering the highest quality Visual Performance speaker Sonance has to offer. The VP89 is a subtle speaker in appearance when fully installed. Thanks to new micro-trim grilles from sonance, the ...
Wild Oats battling to keep tabsSaturday, December 26, 2009 @ 4:30PMWild Oats XI was facing one of the great challenges of her Rolex Sydney Hobart reign, as she battled to remain close to her main overseas rivals on Sunday morning.
Glitz & glam of MiamiMonday, December 21, 2009 @ 12:03AMAmid the glitz and glam of this popular playground, Miami always has so much goin' on, including one of the hottest tickets in sport Super Bowl XLIV (Feb. 7 at Dolphin Stadium, nfl.com) and related events.
Ukraine's leading English-language newspaper since 1995Friday, December 18, 2009 @ 3:58AMIt was only a rehearsal, and he was twice the age of the dancers accompanying him. But the video doesn't lie: Michael Jackson was looking ahead to a smash opening in London — and giving it his all.
Old punk goes digitalThursday, December 17, 2009 @ 10:04PMThe map will replace this text. If any users do not have Flash Player 8 (or above), they'll see this message.
Strike for fishing video gameThursday, December 17, 2009 @ 2:16AMHave an avid fisherman in your family? Then this video game might be the perfect Christmas gift.
Miami nice with spiceSunday, December 13, 2009 @ 4:18AMAmid the glitz and glam of this popular playground, Miami always has so much goin' on, including one of the hottest tickets in sport -- Super Bowl XLIV (Feb. 7 at Dolphin Stadium, nfl.com) and related events.
Slim and stylishMonday, December 7, 2009 @ 11:10PMA slim executive-style notebook, the Lenovo IdeaPad U350 could do with a little more muscle.
Lenovo IdeaPad U350Wednesday, December 2, 2009 @ 10:36PMWhen you first set your eyes on the Lenovo IdeaPad U350 you will probably be charmed. It is a sexy little 13.3in laptop. It looks like an Apple Macbook, not that silverish chrome and black is a revolutionary colour contrast.
Slim and stylishWednesday, December 2, 2009 @ 8:25PMA slim executive-style notebook, the Lenovo IdeaPad U350 could do with a little more muscle.
The Evangelicals & Holiday Shores at Union HallThursday, November 19, 2009 @ 1:36PMWhen I first heard Evangelicals’ sophomore release The Evening Descends in December of 2007, it sounded like the second coming of Arcade Fire. To my ears, it was the only album since Funeral capable of matching its intensity without sounding like a canned attempt at doing so.
Lexus IS250C drop-top longer, sleeker than sedanThursday, November 19, 2009 @ 2:47AMLexus' new convertible is not as exclusive as the special order-only SC430 but it's just a much open-air fun.
JSO out of banking; will track inmates by bar codeTuesday, November 3, 2009 @ 9:14AMThe legislation would amend how the Sheriff’s Office collects what it calls boarding costs. “We take up to 35 percent or a maximum of $100 of their gross paycheck a week from inmates who are gainfully employed,” explained Bass.
Beyonce to perform in Moscow MondayFriday, October 30, 2009 @ 4:35PMMoscow, Oct 31 (RIA Novosti) The US rhythm and blues queen Beyonce will perform here Monday as part of her world tour.
Sit down to memorable meals in Puerto VallartaSaturday, October 24, 2009 @ 12:57PMEl Arrayan The decor matches the vibrant culinary experiences at El Arrayan in Puerto Vallarta.In terms of quality, quantity, variety, creativity and value, only Mexico's largest metropolises come close to Puerto Vallarta's restaurant scene. But don't expect cheap, necessarily. The days of paying $2 for a whole red snapper that hours earlier was celebrating the sunrise in Banderas Bay are long ...
"Brown-Eyed Girl" Learns The BeatFriday, October 23, 2009 @ 10:46AMThe sun was setting the other night as "Messy" rode by Congress Market on his bike. Officer Maneet Bhagtana yelled hello.
Yamaha's PDX-60 wireless iPod / iPhone dock adds yAired to the lexiconWednesday, October 21, 2009 @ 8:21AMSony's got its S-AIR , Yamaha has its yAired -- so, what of it? The outfit famous for making just about everything from ATVs to wicked soundbars has today introduced a classy addition to the oversaturated iPod / iPhone sound system market: the PDX-60. Apple loyalists simply dock their media player in the wireless base and watch as the tunes are streamed effortlessly into the magical box on the ...
Long-distance walking: Iron in the solesMonday, October 19, 2009 @ 6:14PMThis is the maddest thing you can do to yourself ever. It turns your feet into bleeding stumps, your muscles into concrete and your brain into oatmeal. In the last five minutes, you've pictured yourself in a taxi, just to torture yourself; in your mind's eye, you're having a hot shower and someone is waiting to hand you a fluffy towel and a pair of cashmere socks.