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Deals of the Hour / October 29, 2010, 4:40 pm

Reprimanded judge to retire

MINNEAPOLIS - Gov. Tim Pawlenty has granted a disability retirement for a Hennepin County judge recently reprimanded for comments he made in court. The Star Tribune reports District Judge Stephen Aldrich's request was granted shortly after a state ethics ... (Source: La Crosse Tribune 2010-10-28T04:53:01Z)

Grim stories of US soldiers in 'Wartorn' documentary

In grainy black-and-white footage, a young American soldier from World War II struggles to get the words out, as the interviewer asks him to repeat himself. "I can't stand seeing people killed," the soldier says, averting his eyes. The wrenching scene ... (Source: Big Hollywood 2010-10-29T02:07:12Z)

Pawlenty allows reprimanded judge disability retirement

MINNEAPOLIS — Gov. Tim Pawlenty has granted a disability retirement for a Hennepin County judge who was recently reprimanded for comments he made in court. The Star Tribune reports District Judge Stephen Aldrich's request was granted shortly after a ... (Source: St. Cloud Times 2010-10-28T06:40:24Z)

Arsenal routs Newcastle 4-0 in League Cup

L ONDON — Theo Walcott's double helped Arsenal rout Newcastle 4-0 on Wednesday to reach the quarterfinals of the League Cup. Arsenal went ahead through Newcastle 'keeper Tim Krul's 45th-minute own goal and Walcott netted his first at the start of ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-10-27T23:38:04Z)

Who had the worst week in Washington? Kendrick Meek.

Rep. Kendrick Meek, that is - the Miami area Democrat who found himself in the middle of a media maelstrom late last week when a report surfaced that former president Bill Clinton had urged him to end his Senate bid in favor of Republican-turned ... (Source: Washington Post 2010-10-29T19:46:37Z)

Coroner: man in Wash. shootout fatally shot self

Associated Press - October 28, 2010 10:45 PM ET LONGVIEW, Wash. (AP) - The Cowlitz County coroner says a man who traded gunfire with a Longview, Wash., police officer was hit by the officer's bullets but died of a self-inflicted wound. Coroner Tim Davidson ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-10-29T03:11:37Z)

Lance Berkman, Kerry Wood out

NEW YORK -- As expected, the Yankees declined to pick up the options of Lance Berkman ($15 million), Kerry Wood ($11 million) and Nick Johnson ($5.5 million with a $250,000 club buyout) on Wednesday. "It all depends on how much it costs us to do the deals ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-10-27T20:53:25Z)

Reprimanded MN judge to retire

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) _ Governor Tim Pawlenty has granted a disability retirement for a Hennepin County judge who was recently reprimanded for comments he made in court. The Star Tribune reports District Judge Stephen Aldrich's request was granted shortly after ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-10-28T08:49:15Z)

Prep Report: Virginia players reach girls tennis state semifinals

Virginia senior Alexis Gunderson and junior Katie Kingston won two matches Thursday to advance to the Minnesota Class A high school girls tennis doubles semifinals at the Reed-Sweatt Family Tennis Center in Minneapolis. Gunderson and Kingston defeated ... (Source: Duluth News Tribune 2010-10-29T05:56:16Z)

Darth Vader Costume Auction: Episode V's Real Costume Going For $340k

A rare Darth Vader costume from Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back is expected to raise $340,000 at auction next month (Nov10). The full outfit, comprising a helmet, mask, shoulder armour and shin guards, will go under the hammer at London ... (Source: Post Chronicle 2010-10-28T19:33:30Z)

Grim war stories tell of mental ravages on US troops

In grainy black-and-white footage, a young American soldier from World War II struggles to express his feelings in a wrenching scene from a new documentary which focuses on the psychological toll of war on US soldiers. "I can't stand seeing people killed ... (Source: Big Hollywood 2010-10-29T03:40:15Z)

What Howard Dean could tell Bill Clinton and Kendrick Meek: Change the voting system!

Former president Bill Clinton has been campaigning feverishly in his bid to help Democrats hold onto Congress and win state races across the country. But it wasn't fatigue or the heat that led him to campaign for Kendrick Meek, the Democrats' U.S. Senate ... (Source: Huffingtonpost.com 2010-10-29T21:48:19Z)

Arsenal see off luckless Newcastle in Carling Cup

London, Oct 28 (DPA) Arsenal reached the quarter-finals of the Carling Cup Wednesday with a 4-0 win over Newcastle United. An own goal from Newcastle keeper Tim Krul gave them the lead, Theo Walcott added a controversial second before late goals from ... (Source: MSN India 2010-10-28T11:48:12Z)

Rick Scott Stopped in Area

He wants to serve in Florida's highest political office and has shelled out millions of his own money for the chance. Republican Rick Scott's journey to become Florida's next governor brought him to North Central Florida Thursday evening. Hundreds of ... (Source: WCJB 2010-10-29T02:57:18Z)

All-Time Top 5 Players: Tim Tebow best of Florida's stars

This season in SEC Extra, the Press-Register is ranking the five best players in the history of the 12 current SEC teams. The rankings were compiled after consulting with experts at each program and are based only on the players' college careers. Here is ... (Source: Birmingham News 2010-10-21T12:25:08Z)

Democrats' chances with Alex Sink may ride on black voters turning out to support Kendrick Meek

In Florida's three-way race for the U.S. Senate , Congressman Kendrick Meek is stuck in third, 20 points behind frontrunner Marco Rubio and facing almost certain defeat. But his role in the 2010 mid-term election is still significant. Meek, an African ... (Source: Orlando Sentinel 2010-10-25T03:09:12Z)

Man fatally shot self during shootout with Longview police, coroner says

LONGVIEW — The Cowlitz County coroner says a man who traded gunfire with a Longview police officer was hit by the officer's bullets but died of a self-inflicted wound. Coroner Tim Davidson said Thursday that 40-year-old William Lee Kelly of Vancouver ... (Source: Everett Herald 2010-10-29T03:54:34Z)

Polls show a real nail-biter in Florida governor's race

MIAMI — With Democrat Alex Sink and Republican Rick Scott making multiple campaign stops Thursday, three new polls show the Florida governor's race remains a tough-to-call nail biter. Sink leads Scott by 3 percentage points in a Mason-Dixon Polling ... (Source: St. Petersburg Times 2010-10-29T15:14:36Z)

Black, Radel in state tennis meet today

Ellie Black of Litchfield and Amanda Radel of New London-Spicer will both be competing in the Class A state individual tournament today at Reed-Sweatt Family Tennis Center in Minneapolis. Both have 8 a.m. matches in the first round. (Source: West Central Tribune 2010-10-28T05:00:11Z)

Tim Tebow Bill Goes to Arkansas Senate in 2011

homeschool students to participate in public school sports and other competitive activities. Currently, The Arkansas Activities Commission prohibits homeschoolers from participating in public school sports, debate teams, band, choir and other competitive ... (Source: Associated Content 2010-10-21T21:14:51Z)

Original Darth Vader costume for sale

October 27, 2010 (LONDON) -- The Force can be with you -- for a price. Christie's auction house says it is selling an original Darth Vader costume from the "Star Wars" movie franchise. The jet-black helmet, mask and armor worn by the intergalactic villain ... (Source: KABC 2010-10-27T13:36:46Z)

Darth Vader on the auction block

LONDON — The Force can be with you — for a price. Christie's auction house says it is selling an original Darth Vader costume from the "Star Wars" movie franchise. The jet-black helmet, mask and armor worn by the intergalactic villain are ... (Source: Oregonian 2010-10-27T14:41:11Z)

Tim Kaine: 'We're Fully Behind' Kendrick Meek

Just days before the midterm election, Democratic National Committee (DNC) Chairman Tim Kaine discusses the party's efforts to maintain a majority in the U.S. House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate, and news that former president Bill Clinton has ... (Source: NPR News 2010-10-29T23:21:22Z)

Yankees Decline Options On Lance Berkman, Kerry Wood, Nick Johnson

The Yankees declined 2011 options on first baseman-designated hitter Lance Berkman , reliever Kerry Wood and oft-injured first baseman Nick Johnson, and exercised their option on pitching prospect Andrew Brackman. Berkman's option was for $15 million, Wood ... (Source: Hartford Courant 2010-10-27T21:29:13Z)

Report: Yankees Decline Option on Kerry Wood, Lance Berkman and Nick Johnson

In the midst of their bullpen woes this summer the Red Sox made a run at then-Cleveland Indians reliever Kerry Wood . When they lost him to the New York Yankees and then saw him post a 0.69 ERA down the stretch, it was a bit of a blow. There may be a ... (Source: NESN.com 2010-10-27T21:50:41Z)

Waclott scores twice as Arsenal routs Newcastle 4-0 to reach League Cup quarterfinals

LONDON — Theo Walcott's double helped Arsenal rout Newcastle 4-0 on Wednesday to reach the quarterfinals of the League Cup. Arsenal went ahead through Newcastle 'keeper Tim Krul's 45th-minute own goal and Walcott netted his first at the start of the ... (Source: Republic 2010-10-27T21:14:54Z)

Perfect Storm of Problems Leaves Denver Broncos Fans Wanting Tim Tebow

On Sunday, the Denver Broncos were almost good enough to beat one of the best in the NFL business, the New York Jets. Down 24-20 with 1:13 left on the clock, Denver had the ball as Kyle Orton tried to put on his best John Elway impression and attempted to ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-10-19T19:08:22Z)

Coroner: Man in shootout with Longview policeman fatally shot self

The Cowlitz County coroner says a man who traded gunfire with a Longview, Wash., police officer was hit by the officer's bullets but died of a self-inflicted wound. LONGVIEW, Wash. – The Cowlitz County coroner says a man who traded gunfire with a Longview ... (Source: Tacoma News Tribune 2010-10-27T23:59:32Z)

Prep Tennis: Litch's Black, NLS' Radel ousted from state tourney

MINNEAPOLIS — Area girls tennis players Ellie Black and Amanda Radel each lost both of their matches at the state Class A meet at Reed-Sweatt Family Tennis Center Thursday. MINNEAPOLIS — Area girls tennis players Ellie Black and Amanda Radel each lost ... (Source: West Central Tribune 2010-10-29T04:44:41Z)

Pentagon official criticized over spy network

WASHINGTON • A senior Pentagon official broke Defense Department rules and "deliberately misled" senior generals when he set up a network of private contractors to spy in Afghanistan and Pakistan beginning last year, according to the results of an ... (Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch 2010-10-29T06:10:35Z)

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