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Deals of the Hour / July 9, 2010, 1:12 pm

'American Idol' Tour Ends Early: Lackluster Ticket Sales - Is 'Idol' Over?

The "American Idol" U.S. tour was cut short by two weeks on Wednesday, less than a week after it kicked off, joining artists ranging from the Jonas Brothers to the Eagles who have pulled out of summer dates. Eight ... (Source: Post Chronicle 2010-07-08T23:55:10Z)

30-year mortgage rates down again

The average rate on a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage fell to a new low this week, and adjustable-rate mortgages also edged lower. Freddie Mac (NYSE:FRE) says a 30-year fixed loan averaged 4.57 percent in the week ending ... (Source: Charlotte Business Journal 2010-07-09T18:10:23Z)

Murder Charge Sought In Comic Writer's Death

ZEPHYRHILLS, Fla. -- Police are accusing a Florida man of killing his roommate, a comic book author and writer for the 1980s cartoon series "Thundercats." James William Davis, who being held on unrelated drug charges ... (Source: WFTV 2010-07-08T12:56:36Z)

'Thundercats' writer killed by roommate: police

ZEPHYRHILLS, Fla. — Police in central Florida are accusing a man of killing his roommate, who was a comic book author and writer for the 1980s cartoon series "Thundercats." Zephyrhills police recommended a first-degree murder charge Wednesday for James William Davis, who was being held on ... (Source: Chicago Sun-Times 2010-07-08T12:06:30Z)

Falcons' James suspended four games

The NFL has suspended Falcons linebacker Robert James four games for violating the league's substance-abuse policy. James, 26, played in only one game in 2009 and did not record a tackle. He missed his rookie season in 2008 with a concussion. James's suspension begins with the Sept. 12 opener at ... (Source: Boston Globe 2010-07-09T09:34:59Z)

Rudy Gay re-signs with Memphis Grizzlies

Rudy Gay landed the first max deal of the summer while LeBron James, Dwyane Wade and the rest of the star-studded free agent class mulled over offers from NBA suitors. Michael DeMocker/The Times-Picayune Rudy Gay Gay ... (Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune 2010-07-01T21:04:31Z)

Cavs owner Dan Gilbert: LeBron James quit on team

Cleveland -- Angered and betrayed by LeBron James' decision to leave for Miami, Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert accused the NBA's MVP of quitting during the playoffs. Gilbert, who posted a letter to Cavs fans on the team's ... (Source: Detroit News 2010-07-09T19:00:30Z)

Fannie Raises $6 Billion in Note Sale at Lower Spread Than Prior Offering

Fannie Mae , the government-supported mortgage company, raised $6 billion selling three-year securities at lower yields relative to government notes than in its last offering of similar debt, as central banks and foreign investors made up the largest share of buyers in two years. The company, in its ... (Source: Bloomberg 2010-07-08T20:56:13Z)

American Idols Live!

"American Idol" has announced its 2010 American Idols Live! tour with a stop at the Virginia Beach Amphitheater 7:30 p.m. July 29. The top 10 finalists - Aaron Kelly, Andrew Garcia, Casey James, Crystal Bowersox, Didi Benami, Katie Stevens, Lee DeWyze, Michael Lynche, Siobhan Magnus, and Tim Urban ... (Source: HamptonRoads.com 2010-07-08T19:08:50Z)

Suddenly, Central race looks different

LeBron James exited the Central Division on Thursday night with his decision to leave the Cleveland Cavaliers and join the Miami Heat. And just like that, the division race for next season is up for grabs. The Cavaliers ... (Source: Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 2010-07-09T03:01:17Z)

Lee to Warriors not a done deal

Lee's agent says Knicks-Warriors sign-and-trade not done deal - The agent for New York Knicks free agent forward David Lee insisted Thursday afternoon that there was no sign and trade deal in place that would send Lee to ... (Source: NBA 2010-07-09T13:02:35Z)

Rudy Gay, Grizzlies agree on max deal, source says

Rudy Gay landed the first max deal of the summer while LeBron James, Dwyane Wade and the rest of the star-studded free-agent class mulled over offers from NBA suitors. Gay agreed to a five-year contract Thursday that ... (Source: Detroit News 2010-07-02T03:02:26Z)

Woman denies trying to extort coach Pitino

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — The woman charged with attempting to extort $10 million from University of Louisville basketball coach Rick Pitino has denied the charges in a court brief. Karen Cunagin Sypher's attorney, James Earhart, filed a five-page trial brief Thursday. It details the charges against ... (Source: Huffingtonpost.com 2010-07-08T20:41:54Z)

Gen. James Mattis named to succeed Petraeus

Washington -- Marine Corps Gen. James Mattis has been picked to take over U.S. Central Command, the Pentagon announced on Thursday. Mattis would replace Gen. David Petraeus, who is now in Afghanistan as the U.S. and NATO ... (Source: Detroit News 2010-07-09T10:53:44Z)

Marine Corps Gen. James Mattis to take over Central Command

WASHINGTON — Marine Corps Gen. James Mattis has been picked to take over U.S. Central Command, the Pentagon announced on Thursday. Mattis would replace Gen. David Petraeus, who is now in Afghanistan as the U.S. and ... (Source: Deseret News 2010-07-09T02:32:39Z)

Woman accused of trying to extort Louisville coach Pitino denies charges in court ...

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — The woman charged with attempting to extort $10 million from University of Louisville basketball coach Rick Pitino has denied the charges in a court brief. Karen Cunagin Sypher's attorney, James ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-07-08T20:49:03Z)

Rudy Gay, Memphis Grizzlies agree on max deal

Rudy Gay landed the first max deal of the summer while LeBron James, Dwyane Wade and the rest of the star-studded free agent class mulled over offers from NBA suitors. Gay agreed to a five-year contract on Thursday that ... (Source: Washington Post 2010-06-30T23:57:30Z)

Why LeBron James Is Just Like Kim Kardashian

We currently live in a world inundated with reality TV and reality TV stars. Because of this, a generation of people have been created that strive to be rich and famous, but don't want to put in the work to get there ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-07-09T19:50:36Z)

Dan Gilbert is still very mad at LeBron James

Saying Dan Gilbert is upset that LeBron James (notes) left Cleveland is a bit like saying Will Smith makes OK summer blockbusters. It's an understatement, to say the least. People don't write gratuitously punctuated open ... (Source: YAHOO! 2010-07-09T18:03:14Z)

Murder Charge Recommended in Comic Writer's Death

Police in central Florida are accusing a man of killing his roommate, who was a comic book author and writer for the 1980s cartoon series "Thundercats." Zephyrhills police recommended a first-degree murder charge Wednesday for James William Davis, who was being held on unrelated charges. Police say ... (Source: ABC News 2010-07-08T11:59:20Z)

Winners and losers after LeBron James' decision

The commissioner would probably never admit it, but the closest thing to Lakers-Celtics is LeBron vs. Kobe, and there's a good chance of that happening now. ESPN would salivate over the subplots and the NBA would be on the tip of everyone's tongue from now until then. Wade got his help, along with ... (Source: Detroit News 2010-07-09T19:21:58Z)

Pitino accuser denies trying to extort $10M from coach

LOUISVILLE, Ky. -- The woman charged with attempting to extort $10 million from University of Louisville basketball coach Rick Pitino has denied the charges in a court brief. Karen Cunagin Sypher's attorney, James Earhart, filed a five-page trial brief Thursday. It details the charges against Sypher ... (Source: CBS Sports 2010-07-08T22:07:48Z)

LeBron James Goes and Dan Gilbert Blows His Top

Well, the LeBron James free agency saga is officially over. The 25 year old superstar is headed to Miami to join forces with fellow All-Stars Dwyane James and Chris Bosh. In a ridiculously hyped-up press conference ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-07-09T19:43:27Z)

American Idol Tour 2010 Cut Short: Low Ticket Sales to Blame?

The American Idol 2010 tour has barely started and now it's making news that the concert tour will be cut short. Instead of ending on September 16th, the Idol tour will end on August 31st. It's not certain what ... (Source: Gather.com 2010-07-08T06:44:23Z)

Chat Transcript

With offseason camps over and with training camps on the immediate horizon, it'll be weeks and not months before you start preparing for your Fantasy drafts. Senior Fantasy Writer Dave Richard is already in regular season mode, writing draft prep pieces and gearing up for August. He stops by to ... (Source: CBS Sports 2010-07-09T18:24:42Z)

LeBron James' Big Night: On ESPN, With Kanye West, In Miami

After months of preparation, speculation and predictions, the decision finally came down on Thursday night. LeBron James, perhaps the most coveted free agent in the history of the NBA (and maybe in all of professional ... (Source: MTV 2010-07-09T19:43:27Z)

Not Only Today's Mortgage Rates, but Also Costs Hit Lows

Today's mortgage rates hit a new record low. This is what we hear in the media in the recent weeks. However, not only the home loan rates go down, but also the cost of a mortgage. This is a good news for the homeowners ... (Source: HULIQ.com 2010-07-09T19:50:36Z)

Marines' Gen. James Mattis tapped to lead Central Command

W ASHINGTON - Blunt-talking Marine Corps Gen. James Mattis has been picked to take over U.S. Central Command, the Pentagon announced yesterday. The nomination would place an experienced warfighter with counterinsurgency ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-07-09T08:23:24Z)

Agent: Vikings WR Sidney Rice has 'lingering hip injury' but should be ready for ...

MINNEAPOLIS — The agent for Sidney Rice says the receiver has a lingering hip injury but should be ready when the Minnesota Vikings open the regular season against the New Orleans Saints. Drew Rosenhaus tweeted the ... (Source: San Francisco Examiner 2010-07-09T19:36:17Z)

Knicks' Walsh refutes retirement report

- New York Knicks president Donnie Walsh denied a New York Post story Friday that he was planning to retire because of health reasons and because of the team's failure to land LeBron James in free agency. Walsh had neck ... (Source: NBA 2010-07-09T17:13:07Z)

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