Former House Speaker Tom Foley, who led the chamber from 1989 to 1995, has died, according to his family. He was 84.
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Lao Airliner Crash That Killed 49 Caused By Bad Weather
The crash of a turboprop in southern Laos that killed all 49 people aboard was caused by a violent storm that caused the pilot to miss a runway and careen into the Mekong River, authorities say.
Mission Success: Costa Concordia Is Vertical
In an operation that took 19 hours, the luxury cruise ship Costa Concordia is now in an upright position.
Civil Rights Groups Call Zimmerman Verdict A ‘Miscarriage’
Civil rights groups reacted with disappointment to the not guilty verdict in the George Zimmerman murder trial.
Justice’s Voting Rights Unit Suffers ‘Deep Ideological Polarization’ Says Watchdog
The Justice Department’s voting rights unit suffers from “deep ideological polarization” and a “disappointing lack of professionalism” including leaks of sensitive case information, harassment and mistreatment among colleagues who have political differences, department watchdogs concluded Tuesday.
Steubenville Rape Trial Begins
Wednesday in Steubenville, Ohio, a real court will be the setting as two high school football players go on trial for the alleged rape of a 16-year-old girl last summer.
Watchdog Groups Prep For Voter Intimidation, Fraud
Both conservative and liberal groups are preparing to monitor the Nov. 6 elections. They’re all looking to report any transgressions they may see on Election Day.» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
Swing-State Billboards Warning Against Voter Fraud Stir Backlash
Civil rights groups and Democrats complain that the billboards — many located in black, Hispanic and student-dominated neighborhoods — are meant to intimidate voters.