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Dressing up for the Winterfest

An educator wanted to create a promlike occasion, though less formal. YOUNGSTOWN -- City schools


Father's gone, but he lives on through sons at the helm

The Mirto brothers were taught integrity in everything they do by their father. In business,


Youngstown Salvation Army prepares to feed 1,200 for Thanksgiving dinner

YOUNGSTOWN -- The Youngstown Salvation Army expects to feed about 1,200 people at its annual


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AMERICAN CONFERENCE

AMERICAN CONFERENCE EastWLTPctPFPAHomeAwayAFCNFCDiv New


Ohio jobless rate increases to 6.3%

COLUMBUS (AP) -- The state's unemployment rate was 6.3 percent in October, up from 6.0 percent in


JEFF LAMPKIN Champ shares tools of trade

Jeff Lampkin began his career in the square jungle at the Buckeye Elks. AUSTINTOWN -- There is a


hAn idea that truly is levelheaded

hAn idea that truly is levelheaded The next best thing to an extra pair of hands just might be


STEELERS Success doesn't surprise Cowher

The Black and Gold are No. 2 in rushing and No. 1 in defense. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Days after the


GATEWAY CONFERENCE Owls snap losing streak with win over Illinois St.

Western Kentucky had no trouble in Florida. ASSOCIATED PRESS FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. -- Jared


GATORAMA Enjoy watching the gators for a while, then eat them

Alligators are growing business across Florida. PALMDALE, Fla. (AP) -- A dozen pairs of ominous


DONATIONS U.S. Muslims' quandary over charities deepens

As the United States closes down some charities, Muslims find it harder to fulfill their religious


TOP 25 ROUNDUP N. Carolina shocked by Santa Clara

No. 3 George Tech and No. 7 Oklahoma State crushed their opponents. ASSOCIATED PRESS LAWRENCE,


LPGA-ADT Championship Scores

LPGA-ADT Championship Scores By The Associated Press Friday At Trump International Golf Club


NBA Rockets win on McGrady's 32

Jim Jackson, an Ohio State alum, sealed the victory with a baseline jumper. LOS ANGELES (AP) --


All manner of oddities during deer season

Variety is the spice of deer hunting. By RAY SASSER DALLAS MORNING NEWS DALLAS -- One of the


CITY FINANCES Campbell leaders seek ways to produce balanced budget

Workers in the street and water departments have agreed to make concessions. CAMPBELL -- With


WIN, PLACE & amp; SHOW

THISTLEDOWN RESULTS SATURDAY 2nd--Angela's Diary (Spieth S.)10.604.002.80 M J in the Morning


CAL THOMAS Bush adopts moral foreign policy

Opinion: In nominating Condoleezza Rice to replace Colin Powell as secretary of State, President Bush has


HOB LINEUP

HOB LINEUP U Lost Prophets When: 5 p.m. Dec. 18 Tickets: $17 in advance U Mushroomhead


Discard the warped CD, start over

Q. I used Nero to burn a Memorex CD-R with some photographs in JPG files, and not everybody can make


MAHONING COUNTY Driver found guilty in deaths

The teenager has to speak to high school students about driving safely. YOUNGSTOWN -- Christiaen


Thanksgiving worship

Thanksgiving worship CAMPBELL -- A Thanksgiving Day worship service will be at 9 a.m. at Shiloh


Westminster sets scoring mark

The Titans beat Hiram, 131-101. NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. -- The Westminster College men's basketball


GROVE CITY, Pa. -- Senior Christine Bare and junior Ellen Magee both earned a pair of wins Friday

GROVE CITY, Pa. -- Senior Christine Bare and junior Ellen Magee both earned a pair of wins Friday


NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION

National Basketball Association At A Glance By The Associated Press All Times EST EASTERN


YOUNGSTOWN STATE UNIVERSITY 3-year plan implemented to upgrade computers

The university will invest about $12 million in the project. YOUNGSTOWN -- Youngstown State


NBA Pacers-Pistons brawl leads to indefinite suspensions

The fight started when Ben Wallace was fouled hard by Ron Artest. NEW YORK (AP) -- The NBA


TEAM AVERAGE PER GAME AMERICAN FOOTBALL CONFERENCE OFFENSE

TEAM AVERAGE PER GAME AMERICAN FOOTBALL CONFERENCE OFFENSE YardsRushPass Kansas


Annie's Mailbox In-laws are creating a spoiled monster

Dear Annie: I am a married mother of a 3-year-old boy. He is the only grandchild on either side of


Ski Report

Ski Report LEBANON, N.H. -- Latest skiing conditions as supplied by SnoCountry Mountain Reports.


local

LOCAL Bloomin' Crazy introduces specialty food line BOARDMAN -- Bloomin' Crazy Florist has


Fu Manchu to go commercial but refuses to compromise its art

For a musician, playing what's fashionable is a good thing for one's bank account but it isn't if


OSU BASKETBALL Buckeyes sharp on home court

OSU hit 51 percent from the field in their third victory. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Tony Stockman is


NBA STANDINGS EASTERN CONFERENCE

NBA STANDINGS EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLPctGB Philadelphia45.444--


COLLEGE BOWLS ABC drops out of bidding war

The BCS has met with Fox and College Sports Television in recent weeks. NEW YORK (AP) -- ABC has


COLLEGE BASKETBALL AT A GLANCE

MEN'S BASKETBALL SATURDAY'S SCORES EAST Alfred 71, John Jay 49 Amherst 84, Vassar 62


Possible Ohio otter trapping season in '05

A trapping season in Ohio for the North American river otter is expected to be proposed for 2005,


TOP 25 Auburn tops rival, keeps pressure on BCS

Auburn kept alive its chance to play for the national championship. ASSOCIATED PRESS TUSCALOOSA,


NOTEBOOK \ Ohio State vs. Michigan

Former Tarblooders show humility: There's something special about Tarblooders, apparently. Ohio


Flu vaccine for children

Flu vaccine for children YOUNGSTOWN -- The Mahoning County District Board of Health has received


Buzz in buying is minority markets

For years, few Realtors paid much attention to minority home buyers. DALLAS MORNING NEWS


Dear Readers:

Dear Readers: The Vindicator is continuing, without interruption, to fulfill its commitments to


Baggage fees rise as rules stiffen

There's plenty of grumbling these days among some passengers. By DENIS HORGAN HARTFORD COURANT


HOW SHE SEES IT Conservatives decide to stop conserving

Opinion: By PATT MORRISON LOS ANGELES TIMES Almost nine months before, I had put down my name and my


Youngstown State

Youngstown State Today: Men's basketball vs. Lock Haven, 7 p.m. Tuesday: Women's basketball vs.


Annie's Mailbox 'Velma' doesn't make a gracious houseguest

Dear Annie: What do you think of a woman who walks into your house, sniffs the air and says, "I


BEST SELLERS | Top rankings

HARDCOVER FICTION 1. "London Bridges," by James Patterson. (Little, Brown, $27.95) 2. "I Am


GROVE CITY COLLEGE Two win campus, community honors

Award recipients have improved the campus-community relationship. GROVE CITY, Pa. -- The campus


GARDEN CLUBS

MONDAY XWildwood members will meet at noon for a program, "Ladies of the Butler," by Anne Ellis.


Family dinner to mark 60th year for Frank Smiths

XAUSTINTOWN -- Mr. and Mrs. Frank Smith, 156 S. Marcia Drive, will be honored during a private


Youngstown man acquitted of murder

YOUNGSTOWN -- Eugene Archer of Cohasset Drive is a free man today. A jury in Mahoning County


FOOTBALL OHSAA PLAYOFFS REGIONAL FINALS SATURDAY'S GAMES DIVISION I

FOOTBALL OHSAA PLAYOFFS REGIONAL FINALS SATURDAY'S GAMES DIVISION I Region 1 At Lakewood Stadium


MID-AMERICAN CONFERENCE UConn blanks Buffalo; N. Illinois is 8-3

The Huskies now need Bowling Green to beat Toledo. ASSOCIATED PRESS EAST HARTFORD, Conn. --


AUTO PARTS Marketers show off their latest gadgets

Some are innovative; others are just plain odd. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS LAS VEGAS -- Parts is


Martin, Brown share a bond

Martin could make it 10 straight 1,000-yard seasons today. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Curtis Martin figured


RAY SWANSON \ Keystoner Change in tactics make big impact

What happens when a basketball team is getting run over by the opposition and drops eight of its


NEWSPAPERS Sandusky Register names publisher

SANDUSKY, Ohio (AP) -- Doug Phares, president of a group of Michigan newspapers, has been named


Trends have guys tying on new styles

Ties in a variety of styles are becoming more popular this season. By JEAN PATTESON KNIGHT


Car crash into bridge leaves 3 men injured

Car crash into bridge leaves 3 men injured YOUNGSTOWN -- Three men were taken to St. Elizabeth


BIG TEN FOOTBALL Explosive Spartans meet stingy Lions

The PSU defense has held every opponent to 21 points or less. STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) -- The goal-


THANKSGIVING CRAFT Cornhusk dolls make a fun holiday project

The project is one that can be enjoyed by all ages. By DEBBIE STAPLEY SCRIPPS HOWARD One of


BIG TEN Iowa earns share of the title

Also, the Boilermakers finished with a Big Ten record in offense. ASSOCIATED PRESS IOWA CITY,


Sharpsville tops Linesville 21-14 for D-10 title

The Blue Devils had several weapons on offense. SLIPPERY ROCK -- When Sharpsville and Linesville


REV. THOMAS CONSTANTINE Mary deserves a place of honor

"My soul magnifies the Lord, and my spirit has rejoiced in God my Savior. For he has regarded the


BIG 12 Kansas upsets Smith, Mizzou

The Jayhawks bottled up Missouri QB Brad Smith, a Youngstown native. COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) -- Fourth-


SIDEWALK SERMONS Taking chances

In Las Vegas, there's been a decadelong fight to give control over the sidewalks back to the public.


WENDY'S ANNIVERSARY Ads feature founder

Marketing experts have criticized the recent ads that feature the 'unofficial' spokesman.


AMERICAN STANDARD Line move means loss of 80 jobs

The plant will go from two shifts to one. SALEM -- American Standard says the best use of its


BOXING Opportunity knocks for Whitaker

The Valley fighter gets a main-event 10-rounder Saturday. YOUNGSTOWN -- Warren boxer Etianne E.T.


MERCER COUNTY Groups teaming up for children

The F.H. Buhl Club puts its annual allocations directly into programs for kids. SHARON, Pa. -- If


SCHOOLS Diversion of funding takes toll

Youngstown schools are expected to have budget problems in 2005-06. YOUNGSTOWN -- School districts


'Arc of Justice' wins top prize for nonfiction

The fiction award went to a relatively unknown author. LOS ANGELES TIMES NEW YORK -- Judges for


YSU BASKETBALL Women win first opener, 76-59

The Penguins dominated Saint Louis underneath the basket. ST. LOUIS -- Jen Perugini had team highs


Fast start leads to Butler rout of S. Dakota St.

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Nick Brooks scored nine of his 18 points in a 16-2 run the first six minutes of


Death on the Arizona, life on the Missouri

To get the whole experience, check out both memorials. By KATHERINE NICHOLS ASSOCIATED PRESS


NUCLEAR WEAPONS U.S.: Iran races to beat deadline

Diplomatic overtures to Iran do not appear to be part of the U.S. strategy. COMBINED DISPATCHES


NORTHFIELD RESULTS SUNDAY

NORTHFIELD RESULTS SUNDAY 1st--Belly Button(T Hall)3.202.602.80 Clad's Design(A


TODAY

TODAY 9 a.m. (Golf) UBS Cup. 11 a.m. (FSN Ohio) Auto racing: "NASCAR This Morning." Noon (27)


DUNLOP PHOENIX SCORES

DUNLOP PHOENIX SCORES Saturday At Miyazaki, Japan Yardage: 6,901; Par: 70 Third Round


Ohio

Ohio Night drawings: Pick 3, 6-9-3 Pick 4, 3-8-6-1 Rolling Cash 5, 2-4-6-16-33 Super


BUSCH SERIES

The series title was clinched by Martin Truex Jr. last week . HOMESTEAD, Fla. (AP) -- Kevin


INTELLIGENCE OVERHAUL | Shot down

Reaction: "It's hard to reform. It's hard to make changes," said Speaker Dennis Hastert, R-Ill.,


BRIDGE

Both vulnerable. South deals. NORTH x 8 4 u A Q 7 6 3 v A Q J 10 9 w A WEST EAST x Q


CHALKS & amp; 'DOGS Pro picks

N.Y. Giants (+ 21/2) at Atlanta: Ben Roethlisberger's success aside, the perception of rookie


SUNDAY'S GAMES

SUNDAY'S GAMES Dallas at Baltimore, 1 p.m. St. Louis at Buffalo, 1 p.m. Indianapolis at


Higher ed under the gun with warning from Taft

Opinion: At first glance, Gov. Bob Taft's contention that tuition to attend Ohio's public colleges and


QB who began season on bench leads OSU

Troy Smith, who began the year on the bench, ran for 145 yards and a TD. COLUMBUS (AP) -- An Ohio


BIG TEN ROUNDUP Friday's other games

Penn St. 73, Lehigh 64 STATE COLLEGE, Pa. -- Aaron Johnson scored 25 points and grabbed 12


AREA BOWLING SCORES

ARROWHEAD (H.S. Firestone) Rose Brown 214-616, Karen Griggy 226-570, Marie Thomas 204-535, Karen


Beware the coyote

Over the last 200 years, as wolves disappeared from the landscape, coyotes expanded their range


CHARTER SCHOOL LOSSES

CHARTER SCHOOL LOSSES Valley public schools A listing of school districts in the Mahoning Valley


Baltimore attractions

Baltimore attractions Baltimore has released a new African American Heritage & amp;


REACTION \ Quote box

Reaction from around the NBA to Friday night's brawl between the Indiana Pacers and Detroit Pistons:


NFL NOTEBOOK Peyton Manning plans to take time to watch sibling

Peyton Manning wishes his little brother Eli good luck against the Falcons. ASSOCIATED PRESS


Experts weigh the safety of using 5 prescriptions

The bottom line, officials say: Check with your doctor. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS PHILADELPHIA --


POVERTY, LEARNING Program in 1960s benefited poor kids

A study documented the long-term benefits of quality preschool education. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS


BASEBALL

BASEBALL American League ANAHEIM ANGELS--Traded OF Jose Guillen to the Montreal Expos for OF


All moral values are not equal in eyes of church

Opinion: All moral values are not equal in eyes of church EDITOR: This is in answer to last Sunday's


TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) -- When Mark Winegardner was 12, he read Mario Puzo's "The Godfather" -- a

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) -- When Mark Winegardner was 12, he read Mario Puzo's "The Godfather" -- a


PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE

FOOTBALL OHSAA PLAYOFFS Regional Finals FRIDAY'S SCORES DIVISION IV Region 13 Mooney 14,


Internet users get a reprieve on taxes

States that had taxed Internet access before 1998 can keep doing so. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Congress


Geneva men win Tenn. tournament

Muskingum crushed Thiel College at a tournament hosted by Juniata College. HUNTINGTON, Tenn. --


STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED

STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Aqua America, .48, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23.0323.07 Avalon


HOW HE SEES IT Early pullout of Iraq best bad alternative

Opinion: By JOHN B. QUIGLEY KNIGHT RIDDER/TRIBUNE COLUMBUS, Ohio -- President Bush cannot gain a victory


HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL Smithville defeats South Range, 41-14

The Smithies dominated the third quarter of the Division V regional final. CANTON -- Down 7-0 and


Q. Both vulnerable, as South you hold:

Q. Both vulnerable, as South you hold: x A 7 6 4 u 7 v K Q 10 2 w A Q 9 5 The bidding has


MIKE LACIVITA Air show was a trip down memory lane

Opinion: My good friend Karl Roach and I attended the Maps Air Museum Aero 2004 Expo, Defenders of Freedom


NBA ROUNDUP \ Friday's games

Pacers 97, Pistons 82 AUBURN HILLS, Mich. -- Indiana's Ron Artest and Stephen Jackson charged into


New Disney musical

New Disney musical The PNC Broadway in Pittsburgh series will present "On the Record," a new


NFC Buccaneers wary of 49ers' tight end, No. 2 in the league

The Bucs have had trouble this season containing top tight ends. TAMPA, Fla. (AP) -- After more


BATTLESHIP MISSOURI MEMORIAL

BATTLESHIP MISSOURI MEMORIAL For more information, visit www.ussmissouri.org or call (808) 423-


AT A GLANCE \ YSU men's basketball

The Youngstown State men's basketball team opens the 2004-05 season tonight at Beeghly Center


NASCAR NOTEBOOK \ Homestead, Fla.

Johnson packs up: The car cover was wrapped tightly around the No. 48 Chevrolet, its driver and crew


NASCAR Busch seeks way to fend off quartet of veteran drivers

A Busch victory would give team owner Jack Roush his second straight Cup title. HOMESTEAD, Fla.


ARIZONA CARDINALS (4-5) AT CAROLINA PANTHERS (2-7) -- Cardinals: QUESTIONABLE: LB Karlos Dansby

ARIZONA CARDINALS (4-5) AT CAROLINA PANTHERS (2-7) -- Cardinals: QUESTIONABLE: LB Karlos Dansby


AIRLINE INDUSTRY More carriers plan bids for ATA's Chicago gates

Dec. 10 is the deadline for interested buyers to submit bids. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- At least two


Other losers on LPGA circuit

Opinion: It is small consolation to learn that the Giant Eagle LPGA Classic, which has been a Mahoning


COMMEMORATIVE VOLUME HAS A FAMILIAR 'RING'

Commemorative volume has a familiar 'Ring' To mark the 50th anniversary of the U.S. publication of


Democrats complained the bill is too stingy, but most endorsed it anyway.

Democrats complained the bill is too stingy, but most endorsed it anyway. WASHINGTON (AP) --


PENN STATE JoePa finishes season with win

The 77-year-old coach said he plans to be back next year. STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) -- Joe Paterno


1,300 workers authorize strike

A court has ruled that the company can break the labor contracts. CLARINGTON, Ohio (AP) -- About


Mahoning county

MAHONING COUNTY Forum Health At Home offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays at 11 locations in


William Carney seated as president of Men's Garden Clubs of America

OVERLAND PARK, Kan. -- William J. Carney, a member and past president of the Men's Garden Club of


Here's some advice to make buying one a bit easier

You won't go wrong with tried-and-true names in cameras. By MIKE LANGBERG KNIGHT RIDDER


COLUMBUS (AP) -- Troy Smith barely got on the field for Ohio State earlier this season. After the

COLUMBUS (AP) -- Troy Smith barely got on the field for Ohio State earlier this season. After the


Some suggestions to make the wife less 'flammable'

Q. I hope you can recommend something for my wife, who feels like she is about to burst into flames.


HUNTING

HUNTING Dogs save their master SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE EXETER, R.I. -- The devotion of a


ANGLER'S TIPS Jack Wollitz

Thanksgiving is just a few days away and it's time to look back at things for which we anglers can


NCAA DIVISION II East Stroudsburg beats Edinboro in last minute

ASSOCIATED PRESS EAST STROUDSBURG, Pa. -- Jim Terwilliger hit Ben Culver with a 17-yard touchdown


MAC ROUNDUP KSU, Miami win easily in openers

Akron, Central Michigan and Toledo lost away from their home courts. ASSOCIATED PRESS MILWAUKEE


TRUCK SERIES Hamilton takes title; Kahne wins again

Kahne is the first driver to win his first two starts in the series. HOMESTEAD, Fla. (AP) -- It


Which ONE to buy?

It's still confusing, but doing a little homework will make it easier. ST. PETERSBURG TIMES You


ABC 'Nightline' changes coming; producer will leave Dec. 31

The show rates a distant third behind 'Leno' and 'Letterman.' By ELIZABETH JENSEN LOS ANGELES


Krista Mayes leads Fitch past Chaney

YOUNGSTOWN -- Krista Mayes scored 10 points and had 23 rebounds to lead Austintown Fitch High past


SCHOOLS Pupils to get ID swipe cards

High school students will get the ID cards in January. NILES -- The school board has approved a


TRUMBULL COUNTY Sheriff's office to receive a boost

The money primarily will be used for jail salaries and services. WARREN -- Trumbull County


COLLEGE FOOTBALL AT A GLANCE

EAST Albright 54, McDaniel 10 Alfred 36, Norwich 17 Bethany, W.Va. 35, Defiance 28 Boston


WORLD CUP

WORLD CUP Englishmen Paul Casey and Luke Donald surged to a five-stroke lead in the second round


Today is Sunday, Nov. 21, the 326th day of 2004. There are 40 days left in the year. On this date in

Today is Sunday, Nov. 21, the 326th day of 2004. There are 40 days left in the year. On this date in


AMERICAN HOCKEY LEAGUE

AMERICAN HOCKEY LEAGUE EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLOLSLPtsGFGA


BIG 12 Sooners roll over Baylor, 35-0

Oklahoma completed its 19th undefeated regular season. WACO, Texas (AP) -- Adrian Peterson ran for


REVIEW 'Hawkes Harbor' proves to be a letdown for S.E. Hinton fans

The familiar writing style should be a comfort to readers. By COLLEEN LONG ASSOCIATED PRESS


Buckeyes look to get physical

COLUMBUS (AP) -- Ohio State cornerback Dustin Fox watched the video of the Buckeyes' loss to


AREA WOMEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL Titans knock off Geneva in tournament

Grove City and Allegheny also won Friday night. NEW CONCORD -- Desiree Sterling scored 15 points


GEORGE F. WILL 'Roll Tide' is more than just a phrase

Opinion: WASHINGTON -- Don Cole, aka the Heart Guy, was ailing and wore a beeper. He was a candidate for a


Eds: ADDS late doubles match

Eds: ADDS late doubles match ATP Tennis Masters Cup Results By The Associated Press Friday


A clean closet is a reason to throw a party

NEW YORK (AP) -- Are you surrounded by stuff you never use? In the eyes of Lara Shriftman and


TV TERMS

TV TERMS At a glance Here are some terms to know if you're shopping for a high-definition TV:


GOLF Par gives Sorenstam lead

Americans took the lead in UBS cup, and Tiger eyes a title. ASSOCIATED PRESS WEST PALM BEACH,


THE NUMBERS Ohio St. 37, Michigan 21

Michigan14007--21 Ohio St.713143--37 First Quarter OSU--Gonzalez 68 from T. Smith (Nugent


Children left behind

Opinion: Washington Post: Deficit spending didn't bother the Bush administration when the issue was tax cuts.


THURSDAY DRAWINGS

OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 1-1-5 Pick 4, 0-7-6-8 Rolling Cash 5, 1-4-14-15-37 Day


SOUTHEAST OHIO 1,300 workers authorize strike

A court has ruled that the company can break the labor contracts. CLARINGTON, Ohio (AP) -- About


HELOISE Hint makes answering the door doggone easy

Dear Heloise: My hint is for people who have storm or screen doors where the top section can be


Staying out for a cause

Donations raised by the project will benefit local organizations. YOUNGSTOWN -- Eighty Youngstown


Blame the frightening melee in Detroit -- perilously close to escalating into a full-blown riot --

Blame the frightening melee in Detroit -- perilously close to escalating into a full-blown riot --


Happiness is morning and evening

Happiness is morning and evening Daytime and nighttime too. For happiness is anyone and anything


2 original shows, 2 contrasts

One has Andrew Lloyd Webber, the other Jerry Springer -- well, sort of. By IRIS FANGER CHRISTIAN


NCAA DIVISION III PLAYOFFS In OT, W & amp;J outlasts Bridgewater, 55-48

The College of Wooster (11-0) also advanced in the playoffs. ASSOCIATED PRESS WASHINGTON, Pa. --


STEELERS-BENGALS Cincinnati hopes history repeats

Rudi Johnson could be the key to a Bengals' victory today. CINCINNATI (AP) -- The Bengals' next


WALL STREET Trade gap hits share prices

It was the biggest drop for the Dow since late September. NEW YORK (AP) -- Stocks fell sharply


NASCAR Kurt Busch wins pole

Jimmie Johnson will start 39th. HOMESTEAD, Fla. (AP) -- Pressure? What pressure? Kurt Busch,


No embarrassment evident in attempt to comfort DeLay

Opinion: At least Bill Clinton showed some embarrassment when he reflected during a June interview on his


NASCAR-NEXTEL FORD 400 LINEUP

NASCAR-NEXTEL FORD 400 LINEUP Race today At Homestead-Miami Speedway Lap length: 1.5 miles