Conservation groups urge federal judge to block next month's wolf hunts in Idaho, MontanaAugust 21st, 2009 Groups try to block Idaho, Montana wolf huntsMISSOULA, Mont. — Conservation groups are asking a federal judge in Missoula to block fall wolf hunts in Idaho and Montana.
Report: Deal in place for Notre Dame, Army to play first football game at new Yankee StadiumJuly 17th, 2009 Report: Notre Dame, Army to play at Yankee StadiumNEW YORK — Notre Dame and Army have reportedly agreed to play the first football game at the new Yankee Stadium next year. The Times Herald-Record, citing unidentified Army sources, said Friday that the Fighting Irish will play their traditional game against the military academy at the new ballpark.
Major power outage affects millions and darkens Pakistan's largest cityJune 18th, 2009 Power outage darkens Pakistan 'city of lights'KARACHI, Pakistan — A power outage darkened Pakistan's largest city and commercial capital for almost a day Thursday, leaving millions of people without fans or air conditioning during the summer heat, officials said. Aisha Arabi, spokeswoman for the Karachi Electricity Company, said power had been restored to most of the city but warned that sections would face further outages in the near future under a "load sharing" plan to deal with an ongoing power shortage.
Marbury, Big Baby lead Celtics to 92-88 victory over Magic and 3-2 playoff series leadMay 13th, 2009 Celtics rally for 92-88 Game 5 victory over MagicBOSTON — Ray Allen's 3-pointer with 1:20 left gave Boston its first lead since the opening minutes and the Celtics beat the Orlando Magic 92-88 on Tuesday night to take a 3-2 lead in the Eastern Conference semifinals. Stephon Marbury scored all of his 12 points in the fourth quarter, keeping the Celtics in the game after a lackluster 36 minutes that left them trailing by 14 with 8:49 to play.
Marbury, Big Baby lead Celtics to 92-88 victory over Magic and 3-2 lead in seriesMay 13th, 2009 Celtics rally for Game 5 victory over MagicBOSTON — Ray Allen's 3-pointer with 1:20 left gave Boston its first lead since the opening minutes and the Celtics beat the Orlando Magic 92-88 on Tuesday night to take a 3-2 lead in the Eastern Conference semifinals. Stephon Marbury scored all of his 12 points in the fourth quarter, keeping the Celtics in the game after a lackluster 36 minutes that left them trailing by 14 with 8:49 to play.
Power out for about an hour at Missouri Capitol, some people briefly stuck in elevatorsMay 12th, 2009 Power outage blacks out Missouri CapitolJEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — Missouri legislators have spent about an hour in the dark because of a power outage at the state Capitol in Jefferson City.
Orlando Magic fan wants apology from Boston Celtics' Davis for post game-winner bumpMay 12th, 2009 Magic fan wants apology after Big Baby bumpORLANDO, Fla. — The father of the 12-year-old boy bumped by Celtics big man Glen "Big Baby" Davis after Sunday's game-winning shot is demanding an apology.
Rose, Salmons lead Bulls to 128-127 victory over Celtics in triple OTMay 1st, 2009 Bulls beat Celtics in 3 OTs, force Game 7CHICAGO — One more thriller, and now, the Chicago Bulls and Boston Celtics will play a decisive seventh game. Derrick Rose scored 28 points and blocked Rajon Rondo's potential game-winner, John Salmons scored 35, and the Bulls beat the defending champions 128-127 in triple overtime Thursday night to tie the first-round series at three games apiece.
Oregon utility workers suspect osprey dropped fish on power line, turning out the lightsApril 30th, 2009 Bird loses meal to power line, causing outageSALEM, Ore. — Utility workers suspect an osprey made a mess of its breakfast by dropping a fish on a power line, turning out the lights for folks trying to find their own way to start the day.
Capitals top Rangers and Hurricanes defeat Devils in opening round game 7s in NHLApril 29th, 2009 Capitals, Hurricanes win NHL opening round game 7sWASHINGTON — The Washington Capitals needed three games to complete their comeback and advance to the NHL's Eastern Conference semifinals. The Carolina Hurricanes needed just 80 seconds.
And the foul! And the foul again! Not 2, not 3, but 4 _ twice in 11 seconds for Heat's JonesApril 28th, 2009 James Jones for 4 _ twice in 11 secondsMIAMI — James Jones pulled off a rarity for the Miami Heat — twice in 11 seconds. The Heat sharpshooter had four-point plays on consecutive possessions on Monday night in Game 4 of the Heat's Eastern Conference first-round series with the Atlanta Hawks.
Bulls guard Ben Gordon is day-to-day after straining hamstring in Game 4 against CelticsApril 27th, 2009 MRI confirms strained hamstring for Bulls' GordonCHICAGO — Chicago Bulls star Ben Gordon is listed as day-to-day after an MRI confirmed he has a strained left hamstring. Gordon was hurt in the second quarter Sunday, then sent Game 4 into a second overtime with a 3-pointer with 4.5 seconds left.
Gordon scores 22 as Bulls beat Celtics 121-118 in double overtimeApril 26th, 2009 Gordon, Bulls beat Celtics 121-118 in 2 OTCHICAGO — Another playoff thriller between Chicago and Boston, and this one went to the Bulls. Ben Gordon scored 22 points, hitting the tying 3-pointer in the first overtime, and the Bulls beat the Celtics 121-118 in double overtime Sunday to tie their first-round series at two games apiece.
Pryor passes for 2 TDs in 30 seconds before record crowd of 95,722 at Ohio State spring gameApril 25th, 2009 Record 95,722 show up to see Ohio Buckeyes, PryorCOLUMBUS, Ohio — A national spring game record crowd of 95,722 came out to enjoy the high temperatures and watch Terrelle Pryor throw two long touchdown passes in 30 seconds, leading the Gray over the Scarlet 23-3 on Saturday at sun-drenched Ohio Stadium. The 80-degree weather played a big role in the attendance, which topped the 92,138 Alabama drew for Nick Saban's coaching debut in 2007.
MLB announces plans for All-Star festivities, events in St. LouisApril 22nd, 2009 MLB announces plans for All-Star weekST. LOUIS — Moving from a major market to a smaller one and from an economic boom to a bust, tickets for baseball's All-Star game will be cheaper this year.