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KHOUHOUSTON — A former HPD officer is accused of providing security and cover for drug dealers while he was a member of the agency. Marcos Carrion, 36, is charged with conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute cocaine. Appearing before a federal …Feds: Houston officer agreed to escort drug loadsChron.comFormer Houston Police Department officer charged … Read more
Comic Con helps UTA set ridership recordSalt Lake TribuneThe Utah Transit Authority received two bits of good news Wednesday — the Comic Con’s FanX convention last weekend helped it set a new three-day ridership record, and its somewhat worrisome credit rating has been upgraded. “In three days — Thursday, … …read more Source: Comic Con … Read more
San Francisco ExaminerBlake Griffin and the Clippers crushed Golden State 138-98 in Los Angeles on Monday night to even the best-of-seven series at a game apiece. The third-seeded Clippers showed just why most had picked them to beat the sixth-seeded Warriors, coming back …Warriors vs. Clippers, 2014 NBA Playoffs Game 2: A firsthand account of … Read more
CNNLondon, England (CNN) — The dust sheets were yanked off London Heathrow’s gleaming new passenger terminal Wednesday, revealing what its chief architect says is a “cathedral for the 21st century” that’ll change air travel for good. Terminal 2 …Spacious new London Heathrow Terminal 2 set for June opening as part of …Times ColonistSpacious new London’s … Read more
SFGate (blog)Denver – In one segment of Giants fandom, Hector Sanchez has been traded, sold, demoted and released about 100 times as he has struggled after being brought to the majors earlier then they should have. For one day, Sanchez demonstrated why he is …Orange and Black Wednesday Inside ScoopSports Media 101San Francisco Giants vs. … Read more
Capitol Alert: Jerry Brown appoints Jodi Remke new FPPC chairThe San Luis Obispo TribuneGov. Jerry Brown has appointed Jodi Remke, presiding judge of the State Bar Court of California, chairwoman of the state’s Fair Political Practices Commission, his office announced Wednesday. Remke replaces Ann Ravel, who left the commission for the …Judge Jodi Remke appointed … Read more
Democratic Party Leadership Plays Politics with Minimum WageSocialist AlternativeThe Democratic Party leadership is staging a series of votes in the Senate on issues that would benefit the “pocketbooks” of working people in the US. The centerpiece is a proposal to raise the federal minimum wage to $10.10/hour phased in over three … and more …read … Read more
NFL.comThe previous two Super Bowl winners failed to even make the postseason the next year. There also is the widely discussed Super Bowl “curse,” which especially is tough on losing championship teams. (Only two have ever won a Super Bowl the year after a …Super Bowl rematch set for September 21NBCSports.com2014 NFL Schedule: Broncos-Seahawks will … Read more
Houston Zoo up for national titleChron.comA new female Masai giraffe was delivered by Mom Tyra shortly after 5 p.m. on March 4 at the McGovern Giraffe Exhibit at The African Forest following a 14 month pregnancy, March 5, 2011 in Houston at the Houston Zoo. From the Houston Zoo website: “Tyra … …read more Source: … Read more
Miami Dolphins 2014 schedule here (free)MiamiHerald.com (blog)So the Dolphins open the season against the Patriots at home and end the season against the Jets at home. In between? The Raiders game in London on Sept. 28 followed by the bye. Cold weather and outdoor games at New England and Minnesota just …Miami Dolphins 2014 schedule: … Read more
Fifty Collier and Lee WWII veterans to be honored in Washington DCLehigh Acres News StarSince there are about 1.1 million veterans, this volunteer group is dedicated to take the veterans to see their memorials in Washington before they die. The group of 48 men and 2 women with the oldest born in 1919 are from … Read more
Selena Gomez: Forget Kendall & Kylie Jenner — Lean On Real Loved OnesHollywood LifeSelena Gomez, multiple sources have told HollywoodLife.com that you’re in emotional turmoil right now. So, don’t just stop following Kendall, Kylie and Justin on Instagram — start counting on your parents and longtime friends for support. They’re the … …read more Source: … Read more
Justin Bieber Blunders Into China-Japan War Shrine DebateWall Street Journal (blog)Justin Bieber’s bodyguards provided a wide berth for the teen heartthrob when he visited the typically crowded Great Wall last year, allowing only an occasional fan and infant to get close to the “Baby” singer. If Mr. Bieber comes this year, the … …read more … Read more
Happy Wanderer: For impressive, walkable vacation, try SacramentoOakland TribuneAfter the $5 tour — one of Sacramento’s best bargains — we grabbed lunch at a trendy midtown restaurant called Lucca. It’s a farm-to-fork favorite in a warm brick building I can only imagine is one of Brown’s “haunts.” Yet there were no Jerry … and more … Read more
Jerry Brown appoints Jodi Remke new FPPC chairSacramento Bee (blog)brownmics.jpg Gov. Jerry Brown has appointed Jodi Remke, presiding judge of the State Bar Court of California, chairwoman of the state’s Fair Political Practices Commission, his office announced Wednesday. Remke replaces Ann Ravel, who left the …Judge Jodi Remke appointed to head California ethics watchdog agencyLos … Read more
The Next Big Thing in Fashion? Big ThingsNew York TimesDuring Paris Fashion Week in March, she wore a look that her stylist Mel Ottenberg culled from the New York VFiles show that highlighted emerging designers. The outfit’s standout component was a foam-padded pleather motorcycle jacket that stretched to … and more …read more Source: Fashion … Read more
New York Financial Regulator Uses Dodd-Frank to Sue Auto LenderNew York TimesUpdated, 7:22 p.m. | By his own admission, even New York’s top financial regulator did not know he could use the Dodd-Frank law to enforce consumer protections until very recently. Benjamin Lawsky, New York’s superintendent of financial services, is …New York’s Lawsky Accuses Condor … Read more
ESPNFollowing back-to-back solid pitching performances against the Los Angeles Dodgers, Cole Hamels will try to lead the visiting Phillies to a season-best fourth straight win in his 2014 debut Wednesday night. Cliff Lee went eight innings in a series …Philadelphia Phillies beat Los Angeles Dodgers 3-2 in 10 innings on Dominic …The Star-LedgerPhiladelphia Phillies (10-10) … Read more
Athletics NationIn what could have been an AWESOME final game in the series is somewhat tainted now, as the A’s dropped two one-run games to the Rangers to open this series, as the ninth inning continues to be a struggle for the A’s pitchers. April and all that, but …Sonny Gray, A’s lose 3-0 — … Read more
J-14 MagazineOur fave celebs are pretty hilarious. Instead of just being themselves all the time, they decided to switch things up and go undercover to be someone else for a while. Whether it was for an epic music video or a shocking prank, these stars went all out … …read more Source: Celeb News From … Read more
Judge dismisses Victoria Internet Cafe caseVictoria AdvocateChristopher Shawn Fellows, 44, of Dacula, Ga.; Paul H. Carter Jr., 79, of Fayetteville, Ga.; and Steve Marston, 60, of Maryville, Ohio, faced charges of engaging in organized criminal activity and money laundering about or more than $200,000 from … …read more Source: Fayetteville GA News From Google News
The Citizen.com“Nobody told us” about the loss of an estimated $144 million in future property tax revenue associated with the Pinewood Atlanta Studios deal, Fayette County officials are saying. In the aftermath, CEO Matt Forshee is leaving the Fayette County … and more …read more Source: Pinewood Studios News From Google News
Gusty winds could hamper Saturday’s country music festivalLas Cruces Sun-NewsThat could be a factor for Saturday’s performances at the Las Cruces Country Music Festival. The National Weather Service forecast this weekend calls for strong winds Saturday and Sunday. Winds could especially howl on Saturday, when gusts may reach … …read more Source: Country Music News … Read more
Fracking foes challenge Ohio earthquake assurancesSFGateCOLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — A citizens group said Wednesday it isn’t taking the word of state regulators that new permitting guidelines will protect public health after earthquakes in northeast Ohio were linked to the gas drilling method of hydraulic … and more …read more Source: Earthquake News From Google News
Chris Christie Campaign Lawyer Calls Republican Governors Association Attack …Huffington PostNew Jersey Gov. Chris Christie looks on during a news briefing for the Republican Governors Association 2013 annual conference on Nov. 21, 2013, in Scottsdale, Ariz. Christie was named the new RGA chairman for 2014 during the conference. and more …read more Source: Chris Christie … Read more
Las Vegas WeeklyLas Vegas is enduring one of the worst droughts in recent memory—except with regard to giant music gatherings. At the rate we’re going, a drizzle could soon become a downpour. News that the first U.S. edition of Rock in Rio—a 29-year-old cultural …Rock In Rio Heading To Las Vegas, Site Will Resemble An … Read more
Chinese star Newport Seafood opening in Beverly HillsLos Angeles TimesSan Gabriel’s popular Newport Seafood will be making the big leap to Beverly Hills. Ranked last year by Los Angeles Times restaurant critic Jonathan Gold as one of the 101 best restaurants in Southern California, Newport specializes in Southeast …San Gabriel’s Famed Chinese Restaurant Newport Seafood … Read more
SBSAuthorities are investigating whether “unidentified material” washed up on the southwest coast of Australia has any link to missing Malaysia Airlines flight MH370, officials said Wednesday. “Western Australia Police have attended a report of material …Malaysia Airlines Flight 370: Officials not “excited” about possible debris in …CBS NewsMalaysia Airlines MH370: Material on Australian shore examinedCBC.caMH370 … Read more
Bleacher ReportIf Mark Jackson figures out the hidden tweak that saves the Golden State Warriors from defeat against a seemingly superior Los Angeles Clippers outfit, he’s a much better coach than any of us have given him credit for being. Unfortunately for Jackson …Clippers Crush WarriorsESPNGolden State Warriors: Keys To Victory for Game 2Blue Man … Read more
Live updates: Miami Heat vs. Charlotte Bobcats, Game 2MiamiHerald.comCharlotte Bobcats, Game 2. The Miami Herald. Read live updates from sports writers, columnists and photographers from the Miami Herald and Charlotte Observer at Game 2 of the Miami Heat’s NBA Playoff series against the Charlotte Bobcats. print
New York Daily NewsInvision/AP/ AP Clooney (left) reportedly stormed out of a meeting with casino magnate Steve Wynn after he called President Obama an ‘a–hole.’ If you haven’t heard, George Clooney is a huge supporter of President Barack Obama. Hotel-casino developer …George Clooney Rips Las Vegas Casino Mogul in Defense of ‘Longtime Friend …TheWrapGeorge Clooney … Read more
Reuters(Adds detail on results and investigation, analyst comment). By Noel Randewich. SAN FRANCISCO, April 23 (Reuters) – Qualcomm Inc on Wednesday posted its smallest quarterly revenue increase since 2010 as it wrestles with a smartphone market that is …Qualcomm Sales May Miss Estimates; SEC Sends Wells NoticeBloombergQualcomm sales, outlook disappoint; shares off 4%MarketWatchQualcomm 2Q net … Read more
Reuters(Adds analyst comment, details). By Alexei Oreskovic. SAN FRANCISCO, April 23 (Reuters) – Facebook Inc’s mobile advertising business accelerated in the first three months of the year, helping the Internet social networking company top Wall Street’s …Ebersman Departing Facebook on Top After Post-IPO Stock RevivalBusinessweekFacebook Results Surge as Ad Revenue Keeps ClimbingWall Street JournalFacebook mobile … Read more
Fracking foes challenge Ohio earthquake assurancesWKYC-TVCOLUMBUS — A concerned citizens’ group in a northeast Ohio region where earthquakes have been tied to fracking says it won’t take the word of state regulators that new permitting guidelines adequately address public safety. Youngstown-based Frackfree … and more …read more Source: Earthquake News From Google News
ESPNGREENBURGH, N.Y. — New York Knicks president Phil Jackson said Wednesday that he will open up his coaching search beyond Steve Kerr but acknowledged that he and Kerr have a strong “philosophical connection.” Jackson expects to talk to Kerr “later …Jackson seeking a coach, says it won’t be himFOXSports.comPhil Jackson hopes Carmelo remains ‘true to … Read more