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City looks at hosting Democrats' convention

The Charlotte Observer - Wed Dec 2, 6:34 am ET

Could Charlotte host the next Democratic National Convention ?

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Akron man cleared of wrongdoing involving LeBron James charity
Akron Beacon Journal - Wed Nov 25, 3:46 am ET
Prosecutors drop last charge against former Akron City Council candidate
After a Humbling Spiral, Kerry Returns to Form
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette - Wed Nov 25, 2:27 am ET
WASHINGTON -- Senator John Kerry was sounding almost giddy -- and, as a general rule, John Kerry does not do giddy.
Luciano: Farewell to Oprah, TV's pied piper
Peoria Journal Star - Tue Nov 24, 11:46 pm ET
I can't avoid Oprah anymore. I don't click with most pop-cultural phenomenons. Though you might find this amazing, I somehow get through life without Dr. Phil, a shamwow, Lady GaGa, a slap chop, Cesar Millan or a snuggie. Just call me a clueless Neanderthal, but I just have no need to waste my time or money on such schlock.
Gary Meador to carry Olympic torch for county
The Woodlands Villager - Tue Nov 24, 2:44 pm ET
After Mike Meador finished reading the proclamation that honored his son Gary’s participation in the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Torch Relay, the Precinct 1 Commissioner offered some succinct advice.
Ted Kennedy widow to sit down with Oprah
Cape Cod Times - Tue Nov 24, 8:39 am ET
For the first time since her legendary husband’s August death, Victoria Reggie Kennedy is poised to face the nation tomorrow in a rare and emotional sitdown with TV talk queen Oprah Winfrey - a heart-rending tribute in which the stately widow...
J-Hud to Perform at White House Dinner
NBC Chicago - Tue Nov 24, 7:53 am ET
She'll join a cadre of Chicagoans at the Obama tent event.
Jennifer Hudson's presidential performance
EARTHtimes.org - Tue Nov 24, 11:41 am ET
Jennifer Hudson is to perform at the White House, in Washington, tonight (24.11.09) at a state dinner being hosted by President Barack Obama.
Colorado State Fair showed $816,000 profit this year
KOAA Colorado Springs - Pueblo - Mon Nov 23, 6:12 pm ET
The Colorado State Fair had a net profit of $816,000 this year, the best since it cut back to an 11-day run. Fair officials met in Pueblo last week to analyze the numbers. Last year, the net profit was $343,000. The fair has been shortened twice to save money. It was cut from 17 days to 16 in 2002, then to 11 days in 2005. Fair officials say a vintage train that carried people from Denver to ...
Vicki Kennedy describes husband's cancer battle
Provo Daily Herald - Mon Nov 23, 2:07 pm ET
The widow of Sen. Edward M. Kennedy told Oprah Winfrey in an interview broadcast Wednesday that even as her husband knew he was dying of brain cancer he had been "in training" to make sure h
November 30, 2009
Idaho State Journal - Mon Nov 23, 2:07 pm ET
Posted: Wednesday, November 25, 2009 5:05 pm | Updated: 3:00 am, Mon Nov 30, 2009.
Who's Got Next?: Who Could Succeed Oprah
Black Voices - Mon Nov 23, 5:58 pm ET
Filed under: Exclusives , Television Without question, Oprah Winfrey is the most influential talk show host of all time! The Emmy Award-winning TV icon is ending her daytime talk show after 25 years of dominating in television, which led her to become a media juggernaut. Though we all know Winfrey is irreplaceable, BV Buzz has assembled a list of seven worthy women who both deserve a shot at ...
Inviting Change, Day by Day
Poynter Institute - Mon Nov 23, 8:51 am ET
In a time when courage is measured by opening your quarterly 401(k) statement, it's nice to meet Gene Patterson. He's a gentle reminder of where we've been and where we're heading, all these years later.
Columbia College Student Awarded Rhodes and Marshall Scholarships
Columbia University News - Mon Nov 23, 4:51 pm ET
On Nov. 18th, Columbia College student Raphael Graybill (CC'10) found out that he was selected as a 2010 Marshall Scholarship. Just three days later, after two days of interviews in Seattle, he was told in person that he had been chosen to attend Oxford as a Rhodes Scholar. Graybill is the second Columbia College student in two years to be selected for both the Rhodes and Marshall Scholarships.
Cuomo no stranger to church-state friction
CNYCentral.com - Mon Nov 23, 7:02 am ET
Former New York Gov. Mario Cuomo said Sunday that church leaders should be cautious about pressuring Catholic politicians over issues such as abortion because people might not vote for someone they think is guided by religion.
GFH grad wins Rhodes Scholarship
Great Falls Tribune - Mon Nov 23, 11:17 am ET
Raphael Graybill is probably one of the few Rhodes scholars who once a week dons a bulletproof vest. But that's part of his equipment as an unpaid and unarmed auxiliary police officer with the New York Police Department.
Incumbents hold sway in council races
Centennial Citizen - Mon Nov 23, 5:09 am ET
One new councilmember will join four returning incumbents on the Centennial City Council.
D.C. Council chairman's fundraising letter now part of probe
Washington Post - Wed Nov 18, 12:00 am ET
D.C. Council Chairman Vincent C. Gray (D) used council stationery to solicit a $20,000 contribution from Comcast to help pay for Democratic Party activities at last year's national convention, prompting questions about whether his actions might have violated campaign finance and ethics laws.
Mario Cuomo: No Stranger to Church-State Friction
1010 WINS New York - Sun Nov 22, 5:06 pm ET
Former New York Gov. Mario Cuomo says church leaders should be cautious about pressuring Catholic politicians over issues such as abortion because people might not vote for someone they think is guided by religion.
Gray's solicitation letter to Comcast sparks questions
The Washington DC Examiner - Wed Nov 18, 4:51 pm ET
D.C. Council Chairman Vincent Gray's potential mayoral bid was hit with a body blow as it was revealed he sought, using council letterhead, a $20,000 contribution from a major corporation for Democratic committee activities in Denver.
Colo. State Fair Showed $816,000 Profit This Year
KKTV 11 Colorado Springs - Sat Nov 21, 7:05 pm ET
The Colorado State Fair had a net profit of $816,000 this year, the best since it cut back to an 11-day run.