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Deals of the Hour / August 2, 2010, 7:40 am

Woman who shot her father over molestation allegations now faces attempted murder ...

TAMPA — A woman who shot her father and then herself is being charged with attempted murder. On July 23, Lisa Nelson, 34, shot her father, Jerry Ahedo, in the abdomen and arm before shooting herself in the ... (Source: St. Petersburg Times 2010-07-31T22:02:00Z)

Leonard Pitts Jr.: Lead, follow or get out of the way of accountability groundswell

A YEAR or two ago, I received this e-mail. The writer was upset with me for arguing that school principals should have the power to fire teachers who do not perform. As numerous educators have told me, union ... (Source: Berkeley Voice 2010-08-02T08:09:16Z)

Brawn defends Schumacher after incident

(CNN) -- Mercedes supremo Ross Brawn has leapt to the defense of Michael Schumacher, following Sunday's controversial incident which saw the German nearly push Rubens Barrichello into the pit wall during the Hungarian ... (Source: CNN 2010-08-02T13:52:51Z)

Northwest briefly: Rain cools wildfires near Cashmere

CASHMERE -- People are being allowed to return to their homes after crews worked through the night battling a large wildfire in north-central Washington. Fire information officer Randy Shepard said Sunday morning that ... (Source: Everett Herald 2010-08-02T07:12:00Z)

Chicago Fire Topple League Leading LA Galaxy 3-2

The Chicago Fire jumped out to an early lead and never looked back as Marco Pappa, Collins John and Mike Banner all scored within the first 20 minutes to give the Fire a 3-2 victory over the LA Galaxy at The Home Depot ... (Source: OurSports Central 2010-08-02T07:33:28Z)

Man, 83, killed in Fayette County house fire; wife escapes but he's found in basement

The state police and Fayette County coroner say 83-year-old Wayne Sepkovic died in the fire Sunday afternoon at his home in Bullskin Township. The fire was reported about 3:15 p.m. Sepkovic's body was found in the ... (Source: FOX43.com 2010-08-02T12:41:16Z)

Hard lesson on teaching

A year or two ago, I received this e-mail. The writer was upset with me for arguing that school principals should have the power to fire teachers who do not perform. As numerous educators have told me, union ... (Source: The Spokesman-Review 2010-08-02T06:57:41Z)

Fire 3, Galaxy 2

CARSON, Calif. -- Marco Pappa and Collins John scored about a minute apart early in the first half to lead the Chicago Fire to a 3-2 victory against the Los Angeles Galaxy on Sunday night. Mike Banner also ... (Source: CBS Sports 2010-08-02T05:03:09Z)

Michael Schumacher accepts ruling, apologizes for impeding Rubens Barrichello in ...

Michael Schumacher has apologized to former teammate Rubens Barrichello for the way he drove during the Hungarian Grand Prix. Race stewards say Schumacher impeded Barrichello on the 66th lap Sunday. Schumacher ... (Source: FOX News 2010-08-02T14:07:10Z)

Water Park Trashed and Carry-on Fees

The following stories have been hand-selected by the Assignment Desk at News4: PAYING MORE TO CARRY ON Spirit Airlines passengers may want to get to the airport a little earlier than normal Sunday as a new charge for ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-08-02T07:54:57Z)

Man, 83, killed in Fayette County house fire

MOUNT PLEASANT, Pa. - An 83-year-old man is dead after a basement fire damaged his southwestern Pennsylvania home. The state police and Fayette County coroner say 83-year-old Wayne Sepkovic died in the fire ... (Source: Philadelphia Daily News 2010-08-02T12:41:16Z)

Avis Budget (CAR) Makes Formal $46.50/Share Bid for Dollar Thrifty (DTG), Topping Hertz (HTZ) Offer

Avis Budget Group, Inc. (NYSE: CAR ) offered to acquire Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. (NYSE: DTG ) for $46.50 per share, $39.25 in cash and 0.6543 shares of Avis Budget stock. The offers tops Hertz (NYSE: HTZ ... (Source: StreetInsider.com 2010-07-28T21:29:45Z)

Woman Charged With Trying to Murder Her Father

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) -- A central Florida woman has been charged with attempting to murder her father. The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office says 33-year-old Lisa Nelson was arguing with her father, Jerry Ahedo, on July ... (Source: WCTV 2010-08-01T12:20:59Z)

Hertz says reviewing Avis' offer for Dollar Thrifty

BANGALORE (Reuters) - Hertz Global Holdings Inc (NYSE: HTZ - News ) is reviewing Avis Budget Group Inc's (NYSE: CAR - News ) bid for Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group (NYSE: DTG - News ), a company spokesperson told ... (Source: Yahoo Finance 2010-07-29T13:00:20Z)

It's high time for teacher unions to embrace accountability

A year or two ago, I received this e-mail. The writer was upset with me for arguing that school principals should have the power to fire teachers who do not perform. Union protections being what they are ... (Source: CharlotteObserver.com 2010-08-02T05:53:15Z)

Fairfax County authorities warn of mailbox bombs

FAIRFAX, Va. (AP) - Authorities are warning Fairfax County residents to watch out for homemade chemical bombs placed in mailboxes and on front lawns. The Fairfax County Fire Department says at least eight of the bombs ... (Source: WTOP Radio 2010-08-02T10:25:16Z)

Avis Budget Offers $1.33 Billion for Dollar Thrifty, Tops Hertz

July 29 (Bloomberg) -- Avis Budget Group Inc.'s $1.33 billion offer for Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group Inc., which topped Hertz Global Holdings Inc.'s agreement to buy the rental- car company, may signal ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2010-07-28T23:31:27Z)

Woman charged with trying to kill her father

The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office says 33-year-old Lisa Nelson was arguing with her father, Jerry Ahedo, on July 23 when she shot him multiple times in the upper body. Deputies say she then shot herself once in ... (Source: Herald Tribune 2010-08-02T01:49:52Z)

Now: News conference on girls' stabbing

NEWS STORY ON THE STABBINGS: KATONAH — A woman baby-sitting two young nieces has been accused of repeatedly stabbing them as the girls' parents were at a concert down the street. Lisa Turkki, 39, of East ... (Source: LoHud.com 2010-08-02T14:14:20Z)

Schumacher admits action against Barrichello was over the top

Budapest - Michael Schumacher admitted Monday that he was too aggressive in Sunday's Hungarian Grand Prix when the seven-time world champion almost sent Rubens Barrichello into the pit wall as the two former ... (Source: Earthtimes 2010-08-02T13:02:45Z)

Nieces, 7 and 9, assaulted; aunt charged

KATONAH — A woman baby-sitting two young nieces has been accused of repeatedly stabbing them as the girls' parents were at a concert down the street. Lisa Turkki, 39, of East Syracuse was arrested Saturday at the 85 ... (Source: Poughkeepsie Journal 2010-08-02T12:12:38Z)

NEW – Man, 83, killed in Fayette County house fire

An 83-year-old man is dead after a basement fire damaged his home. The state police and Fayette County coroner say 83-year-old Wayne Sepkovic died in the fire Sunday afternoon at his home in Bullskin Township. The fire ... (Source: Tribune-Democrat 2010-08-02T13:17:04Z)

Arch Coal To Offer $500 Mln Of Senior Notes Due 2020 - Quick Facts

(RTTNews) - Arch Coal, Inc. (ACI: News ) said it plans to offer $500.0 million aggregate principal amount of senior notes due 2020. The company noted that the interest rate and other financial terms of the senior notes ... (Source: RTT News 2010-08-02T12:12:38Z)

Decrepit Backline Dooms LA Galaxy in 3-2 Loss to Chicago Fire

If you thought I had lost my mind when I said that we haven't seen the worst from the backline of Bruce Arena's Los Angeles Galaxy, I suppose you may have to get your head on straight. With that being said, I have come ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-08-02T04:05:53Z)

Arch Coal to offer $500 million in senior notes due 2020

ST. LOUIS — Arch Coal Inc. said Monday it plans to offer $500 million in senior notes, due 2020. The company said in a news release the interest rate and other financial terms will be determined upon pricing. Arch ... (Source: Washington Examiner 2010-08-02T12:55:35Z)

Aunt accused of repeatedly stabbing two nieces in Katonah

KATONAH — An aunt babysitting two young nieces was accused of repeatedly stabbing them, as the girls' parents were at a concert down the street. Lisa Turkki, 39, of East Syracuse, was arrested at the home at 85 Girdle ... (Source: LoHud.com 2010-08-02T06:36:12Z)

Fairfax County police, fire officials investigate 8 homemade chemical bombs since Ma

FAIRFAX, Va. (AP) — Authorities are warning Fairfax County residents to watch out for homemade chemical bombs placed in mailboxes and on front lawns. The Fairfax County Fire Department says at least eight of the bombs ... (Source: Daily Press 2010-08-01T16:17:13Z)

Lightning caused fires in NC Wash.

WENATCHEE, Wash. – Firefighters are still battling more than 30 small wildfires sparked by lightning that passed over the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest on Wednesday. Most have fire lines constructed ... (Source: Olympian 2010-07-29T23:58:54Z)

Rain cools wildfire threat in north-central part of state

People are being allowed to return to their homes after crews worked through the night battling a large wildfire in north-central Washington. Fire information officer Randy Shepard said Sunday morning that rain had ... (Source: Olympian 2010-08-02T14:07:10Z)

Arch Coal to offer $500M in senior notes due 2020

ST. LOUIS - Arch Coal Inc. said Monday it plans to offer $500 million in senior notes, due 2020. The company said in a news release the interest rate and other financial terms will be determined upon pricing ... (Source: CNBC 2010-08-02T12:41:16Z)

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