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GOP counters; sides still far apart on deficit-reduction plan
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Republicans on Congress' deficit-reduction supercommittee outlined a plan Wednesday that includes spending cuts but none of the increases in tax revenue sought by Democrats, completing an initial exchange of offers that left the two sides far apart despite weeks of secret talks. Officials also said a Democratic proposal on Tuesday and the GOP counter-proposal 24 hours later both included a provision to slow the annual cost-of-living increases in future Social Security benefits, suggesting it could become part of any compromise that might emerge. The Republican offer calls for somewhat more than $2 trillion in deficit savings over a decade, according to officials in both parties. Less than half of that amount would come from increases in items such as Medicare premiums, the sale of public lands and airport fees - measures that increase government revenue without changing personal or corporate taxes. Spending cuts include about $500 billion from Medicare over a decade and another $185 billion from Medicaid, these officials said. By contrast, Democrats want $1.3 trillion in higher tax revenue, a similar amount in spending cuts and enough other savings elsewhere in the budget to reduce deficits by more than $3 trillion over the coming decade while financing a $450 billion jobs bill along the lines that President Barack Obama is recommending. The officials who described the rival approaches did so on condition of anonymity, saying they were not authorized to provide details of the committee's confidential discussions. In private, each side also disparaged the other, providing yet another indication that the panel's deliberations have not shown significant progress. Still, the exchange marked a quickening in the pace of activity by the committee after dozens of hours of closed-door meetings, and with time running out, senior leaders in both parties are becoming more involved. Another committee meeting was set for Thursday. The panel of six Republicans and six Democrats has until Nov. 23 to recommend deficit savings of $1.2 trillion. But in fact, most if not all of the decisions must be made by early next month to give the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office time to render precise estimates on their costs on future deficits. Whatever the committee recommends must be approved by both houses of Congress in December if lawmakers want to avoid automatic spending cuts of $1.2 trillion across a range of federal programs.
Americanized names now signaling possible terrorists
For generations, immigrants have shed their ancestral identities and taken new, Americanized names as they found their place in the melting pot.
Man with hidden body nixed polygraph
Man with hidden body nixed polygraph LEWISTON, Maine (AP) — An official says a man who kept a body
Ex-Goldman Sachs board member pleads not guilty
Ex-Goldman Sachs board member pleads not guilty NEW YORK (AP) — A former board member of Goldman
Strauss-Kahn lawyers seek records from NYC hotel
Strauss-Kahn lawyers seek records from NYC hotel NEW YORK (AP) — Dominique Strauss-Kahn’s lawyers
Rick Perry backtracks on Obama birth after GOP tongue-lashings
Republican presidential candidate Rick Perry said Wednesday that he has "no doubt" that President Barack Obama is an American citizen, staking out a definitive position on the matter after spending several days stoking widely debunked claims that the Democrat was born overseas.
Madoff, wife tried to kill themselves in wake of scandal
The wife of disgraced financier Bernard Madoff says they tried to kill themselves after he admitted stealing billions of dollars in the largest Ponzi scheme in history.
Scientists to study American centenarians for keys to long, healthy life
George Eberhardt turned 107 last month, and scientists would love to know how he and other older folks like him made it that far.
LISTEN: 5-year-old backs car into street, calls 911: "My mom's gonna be pissed"
5-year-old backs car into Ohio street, calls 911
Oakland protesters vow to return to streets
Oakland protesters vow to return to streets OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Oakland demonstrators are
Free speech instruction sought in terror trial
Free speech instruction sought in terror trial BOSTON (AP) — Lawyers for a Massachusetts man
Study: Rich get a lot richer, outpace the middle class
Study: Rich get a lot richer, outpace the middle class
Game 6 of World Series postponed by rainy forecast
Game 6 of World Series postponed by rainy forecast
Public workers, retirees oppose RI pension revamp
Public workers, retirees oppose RI pension revamp PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — Rhode Island public
Man thought to be Gacy victim found alive in Fla.
Man thought to be Gacy victim found alive in Fla. CHICAGO (AP) — Siblings who feared that their
Lorenza Barnette likely to spend rest of his life in prison
Lorenza Barnette likely to spend rest of his life in prison
Report: Asian-Americas grow beyond coastal hubs
Report: Asian-Americas grow beyond coastal hubs LOS ANGELES (AP) — A report shows Asian-Americans
Teeth study shows big dinosaurs trekked for food
Teeth study shows big dinosaurs trekked for food LOS ANGELES (AP) — What did giant plant-munching
Brownlee Woods Neighborhood Association meets Thursday
Brownlee Woods Neighborhood Association meets Thursday
Pa. mom pleads guilty to DUI crash that killed son
Pa. mom pleads guilty to DUI crash that killed son
Coroner: Amy Winehouse died from drinking too much alcohol
Coroner: Amy Winehouse died from drinking too much alcohol
Pa. firm teams with New Mexico firm to treat frack water
Pa. firm teams with New Mexico firm to treat frack water
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
TODAY Boar’s Head Ladies of St. John’s Episcopal Church, 323 Wick Ave., Youngstown, will serve a
Steak fry will be cancer society benefit
Steak fry will be cancer society benefit YOUNGSTOWN A steak fry to benefit the American Cancer
South Range comes to sad, sudden end of season
The outstanding 2011 season of the South Range High boys soccer squad came to an abrupt halt on Tuesday night as the top-seeded Raiders dropped a 2-1 overtime decision to Waterloo in a Division III district semifinal.
YSU boots Deonta Tate off team
On Monday afternoon, the Youngstown State coaches brought senior linebacker Deonta Tate into the football offices and told him he was no longer part of the team.
Mahoning Valley jobless rate falls to 2008 levels
Manufacturing has always been the driving force behind the Mahoning Valley’s economy.
Attorney: Suspend Trumbull CSB workers in toddler rape case
The attorney for an alleged rape victim’s grandmother says he believes employees with the Trumbull County Children Services Board should be placed on leave while a criminal investigation is undertaken.
Trumbull County housing values tumble 7.5 percent
In the face of the current national housing and economic crisis, Trumbull County residential property values tumbled 7.5 percent in property revaluation figures released Tuesday.
OHSAA ratings define Mahoning Valley football playoff picture
Most of the Valley’s high school football teams know what has to happen for their postseason future.
Lisbon will battle J-M in D4 finale
The Lisbon Blue Devils have not won a district volleyball championship since 1999.
Which side in SB 5 argument has best pay deal?
Proponents of Senate Bill 5 point to examples of public-sector unions whose members are paying less than the new law’s proposed requirements for health insurance and pension contributions.
Youngstown school board OKs payment in lieu of busing 5
The city school board authorized payment for five Cardinal Mooney High School students rather than transporting them to school.
Fitch takes Jackson to OT
The Austintown Fitch girls soccer team hoped the best offense was a good defense - and it almost worked.
Relative: Barnette 'should have been sentenced to death'
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A relative of the victims of a double-
Crestview soccer boys advance
Staff report NEW WATERFORD Greg Bable scored two goals on Tuesday as the Crestview High boys
Youngstown police: 3 murders may be linked
No arrests have been made in the murders of Joshua Davis, Tequon Sharpe or Jerome Miller, but police are working now on the theory all three homicides may be related.
Officials disagree on Do-Cut fire’s cause
The state Fire Marshal’s office and Cardinal Joint Fire District disagree on the cause of the fire that destroyed Do-Cut True Value Hardware.
Social Security increase will help Mahoning Valley seniors
Robert H. Brothers, a Korean War Army veteran now living at Shepherd of the Valley retirement community, Howland, is one of the 60 million Americans in January who will receive a 3.6 percent Social Security cost-of-living adjustment.
Day to mourn lost freedoms
Opinion: By Shahid Buttar McClatchy-Tribune Today marks the 10th anniversary of the USA Patriot Act, the
Franchitti ‘spent’ by friend’s death
Associated Press INDIANAPOLIS In the frantic moments after Dan Wheldon’s fatal accident, the
Dem, Republican debate SB 5
By Laura A. BISCHOFF Dayton Daily News COLUMBUS Although a new poll shows Issue 2 heading for
Gov. Perry defines politics downward
Opinion: WASHINGTON Rick Perry should have backed off. Instead, he doubled down, and in a way that was
Low rates elude ‘underwater’ borrowers
Associated Press WASHINGTON Today’s record-low mortgage rates are out of reach for millions of
VanSuch picks up the pieces in Campbell, earns voter support
Editorial: Campbell is digging its way out of a couple of tumultuous years after it replaced a long-time
What’s next for Libya?
Opinion: “Another one bites the dust And another one gone, and another one gone Another one bites the
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .66, 21.62 —0.59 Avalon
“Suburgatory” (8:30 p.m., ABC): Don’t you hate it when this happens? On
“Suburgatory” (8:30 p.m., ABC): Don’t you hate it when this happens? On “Suburgatory,” Tessa’s
The official music charts for iTunes for the week ending Oct. 24:
The official music charts for iTunes for the week ending Oct. 24: Top Songs: v “We Found Love
Youngstown cook’s pie wins blue ribbon at online club
Blushing Peach Pie, developed by Youngstowner Jacklyn Bertolini, won a blue ribbon from Just a Pinch
oddly enough
oddly enough $100 bet gets Calif. man stuck in child swing set VALLEJO, Calif. A 21-year-old
‘Beavis and Butt-head’ are back
By Frank Lovece Newsday Mike Judge has made his mark with two very different animated series —
A love-hate deal
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords Whatever else you think about tea-party-infused Republican leaders
Just in time for the holidays, a bad economic mood
Associated Press NEW YORK Americans say they feel worse about the economy than they have since
Press banks to help end crisis
Opinion: Press banks to help end crisis Kansas City Star: Since the home foreclosure crisis began, the
Johnny Depp channels pal Hunter S. Thompson in ‘Rum Diary’ Gonzo actor
By DAVID GERMAIN AP Movie Writer LOS ANGELES Johnny Depp viv- idly recalls the first time he
West Branch theater tackles ‘Sweeney Todd’
Staff report BELOIT West Branch High School will follow up its blockbuster spring production of
NBA and players exchange nastiness
Associated Press NEW YORK The NBA players’ association, not Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban,
Births
Births Sharon Regional Health Center Gina King and Gerald Wenner, both of Polk, Pa., boy, Oct.
Gadhafi buried in secret location
Associated Press MISRATA, Libya Flamboyant and grandiose in life, Moammar Gadhafi was buried in
BUSINESS DIGEST || Southern-style restaurant opens
Southern-style restaurant opens Liberty The new Southern-style restaurant Monteen’s Southern
Panel: Boys should get HPV vaccine
Associated Press ATLANTA A vaccine against cervical cancer hasn’t been all that popular for
Rangers turn to Colby Lewis in Game 6
Associated Press ST. LOUIS It’s already been a productive postseason for Colby Lewis. Next up,
2 countywide issues on Trumbull ballot
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Two Trumbull County-wide issues will be on the Nov. 8
Plea agreement reached in rape case
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A city man slated for trial this week on
TRUMBULL COUNTY LEVIES
TRUMBULL COUNTY Countywide issues Transit levy Cost: Owner of $100,000 home: $17.50 per year.
Newborn saved from rubble
Associated Press ERCIS, Turkey After 48 hours, a miracle emerged from the rubble: a 2-week-old
OSU’s season in the balance
Associated Press COLUMBUS A funny thing happened to Ohio State during its bye week: The Buckeyes
College prices rise as states cut budgets
Associated Press It’s a kick in the gut even for students and families hardened to bad financial
Hardesty learns from mistakes
By Mary Kay Cabot Cleveland Plain Dealer CLEVELAND Montario Hardesty came into Sunday’s game
Penn State looks to keep division lead
Associated Press STATE COLLEGE, Pa. A preseason hit still has Joe Paterno sore, while the Penn
Rivalry extends to officials
Staff report Boardman The football rivalry between Boardman and Austintown Fitch high schools
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday ABC Water and Storm Water District Board of Trustees, 1 p.m., Boardman Township
Voters who oppose SB 5 on the rise
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS The number of Ohio voters who oppose Senate Bill 5 is
Traffic checkpoint nets seven arrests
Traffic checkpoint nets seven arrests Boardman A weekend blitz by the Mahoning County OVI Task
Good days at the airport
Opinion: Good days at the airport It is not a secret anymore. The Youngstown-Warren area is again poised to
NATION & WORLD || Judge blocks part of NC abortion law
Judge blocks part of NC abortion law RALEIGH, N.C. A federal judge blocked part of North
Anthony jurors lay low after names are released
Associated Press ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. The names of the Casey Anthony jurors are public, yet the
Owner agrees to change facade
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A representative of a downtown building owner
West Virginia approved by Big 12
Associated Press The Big 12 has a replacement lined up for Missouri before it even leaves the
newsmakers
newsmakers Lohan’s father faces new charge TAMPA, Fla. The father of actress Lindsay Lohan was
Board Oks five-year forecast
by christine keeling ckeeling@vindy.com austintown The district treasurer projects that the
Evaluation ordered
Evaluation ordered WARREN One of two defendants charged in an alleged rape at the Trumbull
Fleury brilliant in shutout for Pens
Associated Press UNIONDALE, N.Y. Everyone in black and gold raved about the play of Marc-Andre
Steelers rolling with 3 straight wins as Pats come in
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Mike Tomlin heard the question and cringed just a little. Yes,
New officer joins Boardman force
Staff report BOARDMAN Trustees swore in a new police officer at their Monday meeting. William
birthdays
birthdays Actress Shelley Morrison (“Will and Grace”) is 75. Actor Bob Hoskins is 69. Actress
Marshals arrest city man in Buffalo, NY
By Robert Guttersohn rguttersohn@vindy.com Youngstown U.S. Marshals arrested Youngstown
Former nursery finally being demolished
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com BOARDMAN A longtime township eyesore is coming down.
Fracking study: Little fouling of water
Staff report UNIVERSITY PARK, PA. A new study commissioned by Pennsylvania State University says
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