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Deals of the Hour / August 1, 2010, 3:39 am

Extreme World faces foreclosure

WISCONSIN DELLS (WKOW) -- Extreme World in Wisconsin Dells is up for foreclosure amid controversy surrounding its "Free Fall" ride that malfunctioned Friday, seriously injuring a 12-year-old girl. The Wisconsin State ... (Source: WKOW-TV.com 2010-08-01T01:00:57Z)

BP hiring former FEMA head for Gulf

BILOXI, Miss. (AP) - BP says it's hiring a former Clinton-era emergency management official and his consulting firm to help with the recovery from the massive Gulf oil spill. Incoming BP CEO Bob Dudley is in ... (Source: WTNH.com 2010-07-30T15:08:00Z)

NFL NOTEBOOK: Bradford OKs $78 million deal

No. 1 overall draft pick Sam Bradford agreed to a six-year, $78 million contract with the St. Louis Rams, with $50 million in guaranteed money. The Rams and the former Oklahoma quarterback concluded ... (Source: Chicago Sun-Times 2010-07-31T04:58:21Z)

Report: Former Boise State star Wilson, Jets reach agreement

The Jets signed cornerback Kyle Wilson, the team's first-round draft pick, to a five-year, $13 million contract, a person with knowledge of the deal told The Associated Press on Saturday night. The person ... (Source: Idaho Statesman 2010-08-01T05:54:26Z)

BOXING: Marquez dominates, keeps lightweight belts

Juan Manuel Marquez earned a masterful unanimous decision over Juan Diaz on Saturday in Las Vegas, picking apart his younger opponent to retain his WBA and WBO lightweight titles. Although Juan Manuel Marquez ... (Source: Tacoma News Tribune 2010-08-01T07:48:58Z)

Roy Oswalt agrees to trade to Phillies

Roy Oswalt granted his own wish: He's now part of a pennant race. Miguel Tejada and Jorge Cantu joined the mix, too. The trade wheel of fortune kept spinning Thursday with veterans-for-prospects deals that ... (Source: Seattle Times 2010-07-30T04:16:36Z)

Iran says 3 Americans should stand trial

Iran's Foreign Ministry says the three Americans jailed a year ago should stand trial on charges of illegally crossing the country's borders. State media quoted ministry spokesman Ramin Mehmanparast as saying their ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-08-01T09:14:52Z)

Ex-Tennessee Vol Donté Stallworth rebuilds life after manslaughter plea

WESTMINSTER, Md. — Donté Stallworth formally resumed his football career Friday, taking the field in pads for the first time since "the situation." In March 2009, Stallworth was driving in Florida when he ... (Source: Nashville Tennessean 2010-07-31T21:40:31Z)

BP hiring former FEMA head for Gulf recovery

BP says it's hiring a former Clinton-era emergency management official and his consulting firm to help with the recovery from the massive Gulf oil spill. Incoming BP CEO Bob Dudley is in Biloxi, Miss., to outline his ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-07-30T15:00:50Z)

MLB: Lilly joins Torre in cubs-dodgers deal

SAN FRANCISCO — Joe Torre believes his Dodgers can make a playoff run with their latest upgrades. The Los Angeles manager has a familiar face for the push: left-hander Ted Lilly. Lilly was traded to the ... (Source: Denver Post 2010-08-01T06:58:52Z)

Obama urges Iran to 'immediately release' three US hikers

A picture obtained from Iran's state-run English-language Press TV shows detained US hikers (from left) Shane Bauer, Sarah Shourd and Josh Fattal in Tehran in May 2010. President Barack Obama called on Iran Friday to ... (Source: AlterNet 2010-08-01T09:29:11Z)

Mexican star Rafael Marquez released from deal with Barcelona; could join Thierry ...

FILE-This June 11, 2010 file photo shows South Africa's Steven Pienaar, right, being tackled by Mexico's Rafael Marquez, left, during the World Cup group A soccer match between South Africa and Mexico at ... (Source: Trentonian 2010-08-01T05:32:58Z)

Marquez set to join Red Bulls

BARCELONA, Spain — Rafael Marquez was released Saturday from the final two seasons of his contract with Barcelona, a move that allowed the 31-year-old Mexican defender to join former teammate Thierry Henry with Major ... (Source: Denver Post 2010-08-01T06:58:52Z)

Witt to help with Gulf recovery for BP

BILOXI — BP announced Friday that it is hiring a former Clinton-era emergency management official and his consulting firm to help with the recovery from the Gulf oil spill. Incoming BP CEO Bob Dudley was in ... (Source: Arkansas Online 2010-07-30T15:36:38Z)

Redskins sign No. 4 overall pick Trent Williams to 6-year, $60M deal with $36.75M ...

ASHBURN, Va. The Washington Redskins have reached an agreement with No. 4 overall pick Trent Williams on a six-year, $60 million contract. Williams plans to sign the deal in the morning and will then take part ... (Source: FOX News 2010-07-30T11:47:34Z)

Former Sooner Williams signs deal with Redskins

ASHBURN, Va. — Former Oklahoma Sooner Trent Williams never got to sleep Thursday night as he waited to hear from his agent. The No. 4 overall pick in the draft had already missed one day of Washington ... (Source: Tulsa World 2010-08-01T04:57:10Z)

NFL Football: Jets-Wilson Signs

NEW YORK (AP) - A person familiar with the deal tells The Associated Press that the Jets have signed cornerback Kyle Wilson, the team's first-round draft pick, to a five-year contract worth $13 million. The ... (Source: Buffalo News 2010-08-01T03:52:45Z)

No. 4 pick Trent Williams, Redskins agree on contract

The Washington Redskins have reached an agreement with No. 4 overall pick Trent Williams on a six-year, $60 million contract. Williams plans to sign the deal in the morning and will then take part in Friday's practice at ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-07-30T12:16:12Z)

Dodgers add Lilly, discuss Manny trade

The Los Angeles manager has a familiar face for the push: left-hander Ted Lilly. Lilly was traded to the Dodgers by the Chicago Cubs on Saturday along with infielder Ryan Theriot for infielder Blake DeWitt and ... (Source: Desert Sun 2010-08-01T08:17:36Z)

Wisconsin Dells park where girl injured in ride plunge was subject of foreclosure

WISCONSIN DELLS, Wis. — The extreme sports park in Wisconsin Dells where a girl was severely injured on a free fall ride is up for foreclosure sale. The Wisconsin State Journal reports that Extreme World is ... (Source: Pioneer Press 2010-07-31T23:49:22Z)

Astros hand Brewers fourth straight loss

HOUSTON — Houston traded away its two biggest stars in the last two days, but the remaining Astros really aren't feeling down about it after shutting out the Milwaukee Brewers twice in a row. ♦ Get more ... (Source: Green Bay Press-Gazette 2010-08-01T09:29:11Z)

JETS FOOTBALL: Jets extend contracts for coach, general manager

The Jets handed out a pair of contract extensions Friday. Just not to Darrelle Revis or Nick Mangold. The team announced extensions for Rex Ryan and general manager Mike Tannenbaum, new deals that will have ... (Source: Middletown Press 2010-08-01T06:44:33Z)

Rhinebeck, NY Prepares For The Wedding Of Chelsea Clinton & Marc Mezvinsky

RHINEBECK, NY - JULY 31: A guest walks towards a limo heading to the wedding of Chelsea Clinton and Marc Mezvinsky on July 31, 2010 in Rhinebeck, New York. Chelsea Clinton, the daughter of former U.S. President Bill ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-08-01T01:51:03Z)

Clinton renews appeal to Iran to free US hikers

A picture obtained from Iran's state-run English-language Press TV shows detained US hikers (from left) Shane Bauer, Sarah Shourd and Josh Fattal in Tehran in May 2010. Amnesty International called on Iranian authorities ... (Source: AlterNet 2010-08-01T09:29:11Z)

Crowds on VIP alert hours before Chelsea Clinton's wedding

Bill and Hillary Clinton leave a party in honor of Chelsea Clinton and Marc Mezvinsky Friday, July 30, 2010 in Rhinebeck, N.Y. Mike Groll/AP Photo Roger Clinton, left, brother of former President Bill Clinton, and son ... (Source: TheDay 2010-08-01T10:04:59Z)

Chelsea Clinton weds in Rhinebeck

RHINEBECK - Associated Press - Chelsea Clinton wed her longtime boyfriend under extraordinary security at an elegant Hudson River estate late Saturday. Bill Clinton and Hillary Rodham Clinton announced in a statement ... (Source: WTen.com 2010-08-01T06:15:55Z)

Vikings' draft picks are ready

MANKATO, Minn. — The Minnesota Vikings signed second-round draft pick Toby Gerhart to a four-year deal Friday, putting all eight of the team's draft picks under contract before the start of training camp ... (Source: Register-Guard 2010-07-31T07:57:19Z)

Park Where Girl Was Hurt up for Foreclosure Sale

WISCONSIN DELLS, Wis. (AP) -- The extreme sports park in Wisconsin Dells where a girl was severely injured on a free fall ride is up for foreclosure sale. The Wisconsin State Journal reports that Extreme World is ... (Source: Today's TMJ4 2010-08-01T10:19:18Z)

Houston Astros Trade Roy Oswalt to Philadelphia Phillies: Fantasy Impact

In one of the most anticipated deals of the summer, the Houston Astros traded pitcher Roy Oswalt to the Philadelphia Phillies on Thursday in exchange for J.A. Happ and two minor league prospects. Oswalt will make his ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-07-30T19:40:01Z)

Dodgers Acquire Ted Lilly From Cubs

Infielder Blake DeWitt says he's been traded by the Dodgers to the Chicago Cubs in a deal that would bring left-hander Ted Lilly to Los Angeles. Neither side made a formal announcement Saturday, with just under two hours ... (Source: CBS 2 KCAL 9 2010-08-01T00:32:19Z)

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