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Deals of the Hour / June 8, 2011, 10:43 pm

Taxes on the menu in debt-reduction talks

Top lawmakers on Thursday are expected to discuss one of the biggest hurdles in the way of a debt-reduction deal that would allow the United States to continue borrowing at rock-bottom rates -- taxes. As Vice President Joe Biden and six lawmakers meet for ... (Source: msnbc.com 2011-06-09T05:06:33Z)

Maurice Clarett blames athletes rather than Ohio State's coaches and boosters

The NCAA is investigating Ohio State players who allegedly received improper benefits and special deals on cars. Five players have been suspended for the first five games this fall for trading signed jerseys, championship rings and other items for cash and ... (Source: Cleveland Plain Dealer 2011-06-08T19:48:12Z)

Willie Nelson off the hook on pot charge

Bramblett said he has spoken with Nelson's attorney, and the singer has agreed to the plea deal. Bramblett expects the case to be settled within two weeks. "All he has to do is sign the papers, and get me a cashier's check for the money," Bramblett told Reuters. (Source: Reuters 2011-06-09T05:35:11Z)

6,000 MnSCU employees may get layoff notices in anticipation of possible shutdown

The notices will be sent if MnSCU can't reach a deal to get access to its reserve funds during a state shutdown, said Laura King, MnSCU's chief financial officer. Hundreds of college and university workers in St. Cloud would be on the list. King told ... (Source: St. Cloud Times 2011-06-09T05:20:52Z)

FACTBOX-Can U.S. budget players find common ground?

That would save $340 billion, though Republicans aren't likely to offer support because it would require keeping the divisive Affordable Care Act in place. TAXES: The two parties differ sharply here as the Ryan plan would raise $1.8 trillion less in ... (Source: Reuters 2011-06-09T04:59:23Z)

Michigan farmers use weather to catch up on plantings

Hot, dry days came in the nick of time for Michigan farmers who were delayed from planting spring crops by weeks of rain. While it remains unclear how much planting they can do to make up for lost time, the damp weather and other factors are already ... (Source: Detroit News 2011-06-09T05:06:33Z)

NC House gives initial OK to opening gun laws

Too many public locations and businesses prohibited handguns, and state law didn't allow permit-holders to deal with the off-limits sign by lawfully locking their guns in their vehicles. "The property rights of the business owner don't reach inside that ... (Source: RealClearPolitics 2011-06-09T05:20:52Z)

Laham to build small center at 21st, Rock

Erickson says a deal with a second tenant is close. Laham Development purchased the property, which is across from its Bradley Fair development on the southeast corner, in 2008. "We're... excited about the redevelopment of that corner since it is the third ... (Source: Wichita Eagle 2011-06-09T05:06:33Z)

Take comfort in the chaos surrounding Ozzie, White Sox

this is what the Sox are. Guillen is his own weather system. He can bring sunshine, and he can bring dark clouds. But he always brings something, and for a franchise that has battled an inferiority complex, it would be suicide to get rid of him. (Source: Chicago Sun-Times 2011-06-09T05:13:42Z)

NC Republican lawmakers return to stronger ID bill

A person who doesn't have a photo ID could cast a provisional ballot. GOP House members had offered another bill that would allow voters to offer their current registration card, utility bill or pay stub as proof of identity. But Democrats said they didn't ... (Source: RealClearPolitics 2011-06-09T05:06:33Z)

Clarett says Tressel isn't to blame

The NCAA is investigating Ohio State players who allegedly received improper benefits and special deals on cars. Five players have been suspended for the first five games this fall for trading signed jerseys, championship rings and other items for cash and ... (Source: Omaha World-Herald 2011-06-09T05:20:52Z)

Knee injury keeps Craig out of lineup

Last year's pick, Zack Cox, agreed to a deal and a spot on the 40-man roster a few hours before the deadline. Wong, a junior at Hawaii, is likely to command a bonus close to the slot that is suggested each draft by the commissioner's office. The slot for ... (Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch 2011-06-09T04:59:23Z)

Clarett: Blame players, not Ohio State

The NCAA is investigating Ohio State players who allegedly received improper benefits and special deals on cars. Five players have been suspended for the first five games this fall for trading signed jerseys, championship rings and other items for cash and ... (Source: Times-Leader 2011-06-09T04:59:23Z)

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