1 conjoined twin talking after separation surgery Nov 19, 2009
IN-STORE PROMOTERS Company Sears. Anybody with eyes can see that Northern California is awash in a sea of stucco. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Civilian courts can fight terrorists too Nov 19, 2009
"2 Fla. men sentenced in Sears Tower plot" They got six years. Thank God they won't be spending the rest of their time in jail. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Email of the Week for November 11 (4) Nov 19, 2009
At K-Mart and Staples and Penney s and Sears. You won t hear the word Christmas; it won t touch your ears. (Rockport Pilot, TX)
Line of Scrimmage: Week 11 - Big Bill's bad gamble Nov 19, 2009
Buccaneers reinstated former starting guard Arron Sears to the team earlier this week, though his status for Sunday is unknown. Saints signed ex-Ravens Pro Bowl cornerback Chris McAlister earlier this week. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Santa stands tall again (979) Nov 19, 2009
Instead, he will stand inside at the court near the former Sears store. Jannert said mall workers will assemble him after the store closes Wednesday night. (The Herald-Palladium)
Judge rules same-sex couple must be repaid after denial of benefits Nov 19, 2009
In that Feb. 2 order, Reinhardt directed the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts to process Assistant Federal Defender Brad Levenson's request to include his husband, Tony Sears, on his medical, dental and vision coverage. In the face of that order, the Office of Personnel Management intervened to prevent Sears' enrollment ... Levenson returned to Reinhardt asking that the government be ordered to provide Sears with comparable coverage by private insurers or fork over his spouse's costs... (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Is the NSA spying on U.S. Internet traffic? Nov 19, 2009
" It is a mystery why the Department of Justice has not learned the lesson that terrorists are best tracked down through good police work brought to bear on specific illegal acts, rather than by vast fishing expeditions. After Sept. 11, the DOJ called thousands of Muslim men in the United States for what it termed Not a single terrorist was identified in this manner, though a handful of the interviewees ended up being deported for minor visa offenses. Once it became clear that the interviews... (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)
JCPenney secedes Nov 19, 2009
Dillard s and Macy s have previously left, and Sears has begun liquidation sales for a planned departure in January. The parking lot of the mall is filled with potholes and weeds growing up through cracks. (The Palm Beach Post)
Wal-Mart Confirms Some Black Friday Deals Nov 19, 2009
Wal-Mart and other retailers including Sears and Toys R Us have started to hawk deep sales usually reserved for the big sales day known as "Black Friday" in hopes of attracting more shoppers early. While Black Friday has faded a bit in importance, it's considered a key barometer of shoppers' willingness to spend for the holiday period. (ABC News -- Business)
Man Gets 6 Years in Sears Tower Plot Nov 19, 2009
A judge sentenced Augustin Wednesday to six years in federal prison after he was convicted of plotting to destroy Chicago's Sears Tower and bomb FBI offices ... (AP) A Miami man convicted of plotting to destroy Chicago's Sears Tower and bomb FBI offices has been sentenced to six years in federal prison. (CBS News)
Here are 10 toys not to put under the Christmas tree Nov 19, 2009
Just Kidz Jr. Musical Instruments Price: $15 Manufacturer or Distributor: Kmart Corporation Purchased: Sears Age Recommendation: FOR AGES 18+ MONTHS Warnings: WARNING: Wire ties and tags are not part of the toy and should be discarded. HAZARD: POTENTIAL FOR CHOKING INJURIES. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
Sears Tower bomb plotter jailed Nov 19, 2009
A judge in the United States has handed down a six-year jail term to one of five men convicted of planning to blow up the Sears Tower in Chicago. Burson Augustin was sentenced for his minor role in the conspiracy and for allegedly swearing allegiance to al-Qaeda. (BBC News -- Americas)
University expands in downtown extension Nov 19, 2009
The school was little-known until 1998, when it moved to the bulky eight-story structure at the corner of State Street and Congress Parkway, which once housed a Sears, Roebuck and Co. store. But the South Loop location near Roosevelt University, Columbia College Chicago and the downtown campus of DePaul University helped the school flourish, expanding its enrollment and nearly doubling its space at 401 S. State, which houses classrooms room as well as administrative offices. (Crain's Chicago Business)
2009 Sprint Cup Series Schedule Nov 18, 2009
June 21: Toyota / Save Mart 350 Infineon (Sears Point); Kasy Kahne. June 28: LENOX Industrial Tools 301 Loudon, N.H.; Joey Logano. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Get more: Local Nov 18, 2009
Federal sentencing hearings begin Wednesday for five men convicted of plotting to destroy the Sears Tower. Tags. (WLS, IL)
BJ's Restaurants Opens in Hurst, Texas Nov 18, 2009
7 million square foot North East Mall, anchored by Dillard's, Macy's, JCPenney, Nordstrom, Dick's Sporting Goods and Sears. The restaurant is approximately 8,500 square feet and contains seating for approximately 280 guests and features BJ's extensive menu, including BJ's signature deep-dish pizza, award-winning handcrafted beer and famous Pizookie(R) dessert. (Primezone Releases)
Dial L for lingerie Nov 18, 2009
High-profile retailers including Ralph Lauren, Victorias Secret, Yoox, Sears, Net-A-Porter and Galeries Lafayette are among those who have recently entered the mobile commerce fray, offering full online shopping capability formatted for small screens. 2. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Black Friday Deals Nov 18, 2009
Sears and Wal-Mart also Among Retailers Trying to Lure Customers Early with Almost-as-Good Discounts ... Wal-Mart and other retailers including Sears have started to hawk deep sales usually reserved for the big sales day after Thanksgiving in hopes of attracting more shoppers early. (CBS News)
Department News Nov 17, 2009
12, 2001) - Holland America Line Press Release - Dempsey Indoor Practice Facility - UW Selected to Host NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament Games in 2004 - Huskies Earn 14th-place Sears Director's Cup Finish - Tuiasosopo, Franza and Geyser Honored as Top Dawgs - Washington Earns Spot in Sears Directors' Cup Top 15 - Washington March Band Heads to China - Husky Marching Band Heads to China - Rivalry Day at Emerald Downs on June 9 - Four Huskies Honored with Pac-10 Postgraduate Scholarships -... (Gohuskies.com)
Atkins Fares Best in Study Of Four Weight-Loss Regimens Nov 17, 2009
The study by Stanford University researchers compared the Atkins approach with three others: the standard low-fat, reduced-calorie regimen long recommended by many physicians and weight-loss experts; the Zone, a reduced-carbohydrate approach developed by author Barry Sears; and the very low-fat, high-carbohydrate regimen created by Dean Ornish ... "It's bad science, good publicity," said the Zone's Sears. (Yahoo News -- Diet and Nutrition)
Kirk wants 'Homeland insecurity impact' study as Illinois mulls holding detainees Nov 17, 2009
GOP Lawmakers are pushing a provision requiring the White House to study the impact transferring alleged terror detainees to a prison in their state would have on Chicago's O'Hare Airport and the Willis (Sears) Tower ... "I will offer the Kirk Amendment to the upcoming supplemental appropriations bill requiring a Homeland Insecurity Impact Statement on the potential impact on OHare and the Willis (Sears) Tower in Chicago before federal funds can be used to bring al Qaeda terrorists to... (TheHill.com)
Eastern Hills welcomes 2 new outlets Nov 17, 2009
The $1 million facility, located near the Sears store in the mall, offers interactive batting, pitching and catching machines along with other sports training programs. Included in the complex is a My Team retail cap and apparel store. (Buffalo Business First, NY)
Layaway makes big comeback Nov 17, 2009
Other large retailers such as Sears, AJWright, Toys "'R" Us and Burlington Coat Factory have varying payment plan stipulations ... Hite also has some bedding in layaway at Sears and winter clothing she's paying on at Burlington ... Kmart and Sears, both owned by Sears Holdings, have addressed the storage issue, in part, by offering for the first time online layaway. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Holiday shopping Nov 17, 2009
Sears started its sales nearly a full month in advance of the traditional Nov. 27 shopping spree. The retailer also will match any local competitor's advertised offer on the same toy if it's below $10. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Do you use layaway? Nov 17, 2009
Several retailers in metro Atlanta Kmart, Burlington Coat Factory, AJ Wright, Sears, and Toys R Us, among them have layaway ... Kmart and Sears also allow shoppers to use online layaway ... I am LOVING the campaigns that the Sears family of stores have committed to this fall. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Author Ken Auletta goes to the heart of Google Nov 17, 2009
IN-STORE PROMOTERS Company Sears. Fear of planetary environmental catastrophe has motivated citizens and building professionals alike to take. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Chiropractic and nutrition center to open in Williston Nov 17, 2009
The center is located in the new Diamond Plaza building at 2304 11th Avenue W., Suite #104, just west of The Kensington and Sears. Dr. Kovacs and his wife, Angela, re-located from Florida to Williston to be closer to family. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Illinois leaders split on taking Guantnamo detainees at state prison Nov 17, 2009
On Monday, he called for a "homeland security impact study" to examine the danger posed to O'Hare Airport and Willis (formerly Sears) Tower, before any federal funds could be spent to transfer prisoners to Thomson. Another House Republican from Illinois, Aaron Schock, said he would introduce a measure, modeled after one trying to keep Guantnamo detainees from being shipped to South Carolina, that would prohibit the use of federal dollars to move detainees to Thomson. (Christian Science Monitor -- USA)
Wounded Navy SEAL on top of world Nov 17, 2009
The energy of the whole trip was just amazing, said April Walter, Miller's girlfriend and one of 10 people who climbed the former Sears Tower's stairs with him. Miller began his ascent just after midnight Sunday. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Cleveland Rocked: Ravens blank hapless Browns 16-0 Nov 17, 2009
By TOM WITHERS, AP Sports Writer. Tuesday, November 17, 2009. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Davis calls energy crisis over Nov 17, 2009
State of emergency, in effect since '01, revoked. Friday, November 14, 2003. (Yahoo News -- Utility Industry Deregulation)
Princeton High School honor roll Nov 17, 2009
Rosaura Almaraz, Ellen Andersen*, Blake Anderson*, Ryan Arndt, Jade Atkinson, Hannah Bachman, Molly Baron, Theodore Bartoli*, Jacob Bauer*, Baily Beaber, Kaitlyn Behrends*, Brittany Bejster, Joseph Biggs*, Kara Birch, Andrew Birkey*, Scott Blessman, Stephanie Blessman*, Brandon Boettcher, Stephanie Bonucci, Emiley Brand*, Hannah Brewer, Cody Burrows, Anthony Campbell, Nadia Churchill-Gilstrap*, Tori Clark, Bryan Clucas, Samantha Davies, Brooke Davis, Ryan Degutis, Lauren Denault, Evinne Dimmig,... (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Illinois prison eyed for Gitmo inmates Nov 16, 2009
As home to Chicago's Willis (formerly Sears) Tower -- the nation's tallest building -- "we should not invite Al Qaeda to make Illinois its number one target," said the statement by Kirk, who is running for the same Senate seat once held by Obama. "The United States spent more than $50 million to build the Guantanamo Bay detention facility to keep terrorists away from U.S. soil. Al Qaeda terrorists should stay where they cannot endanger American citizens.". (CNN)
BREAKING: Man faces indecency charge Nov 16, 2009
When deputies attempted to arrest Mr. Myers, he broke free and officers had to chase him from the upper level food court parking lot to the far side of the Sears Auto Center parking lot. After he was taken into custody, Mr. Myers gave officers a false name and birth date, the report said. (The Augusta Chronicle)
World champions are winners at Skate America Nov 16, 2009
By BARRY WILNER, AP Sports Writer. Monday, November 16, 2009. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Illinois officials want Gitmo inmates Nov 16, 2009
As home to Chicago's Willis (formerly Sears) Tower -- the nation's tallest building -- "we should not invite al Qaeda to make Illinois its number one target," says Kirk, who is running for the same Senate seat once held by Obama. Durbin on Sunday pointed to the federal maximum-security in Marion, Illinois, which he said already houses 35 people convicted of terrorism, along with members of Colombian drug gangs and Mexican drug cartels -- "some of the most dangerous people in America.". (CNN)
'Moon' vamp's major pain in the neck? Paparazzi Nov 16, 2009
Moon' vamp's major pain in the neck. Article:'Moon' vamp's major pain in the neck. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Bucks' rookie eats up Warriors Nov 15, 2009
3-point champion falls short at finish. Article:3-point champion falls short at finish:/c/a/2009/11/14/SPM01AKJJM.DTL Article:3-point champion falls short at finish:/c/a/2009/11/14/SPM01AKJJM.DTL advertisement. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
2009 Sprint Cup Series Schedule Nov 15, 2009
June 21: Toyota / Save Mart 350 Infineon (Sears Point); Kasy Kahne. June 28: LENOX Industrial Tools 301 Loudon, N.H.; Joey Logano. (Longview Daily News, WA)
The ‘Olan Mills of the ‘hood’ Nov 15, 2009
It s not like you re just sitting for a photo at Sears, it s a family thing with Harry, explains Bridges. When you re there you can just feel the sincerity in what he does. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Kirk looks to halt transfer of Gitmo detainees to Illinois Nov 15, 2009
"As home to Americas tallest building, we should not invite Al Qaeda to make Illinois its number one target," Kirk said, referencing Chicago's Willis Tower (formerly the Sears Tower). "The United States spent more than $50 million to build the Guantanamo Bay detention facility to keep terrorists away from U.S. soil," Kirk added. (TheHill.com)
3-point champion falls short at finish Nov 15, 2009
Sunday, November 15, 2009. (11-15) 04:00 PST Milwaukee. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Comings and Goings - Native New Yorker becomes The Zone Nov 15, 2009
Addresses for the drop sites are 661 S. 4th Ave., 260 W. 32nd St., 2674 W. 16th St., 1463 S. Yuma Palms Parkway, 11611 Foothills Blvd. and the office at Sears in Southgate Mall. . (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
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Franz said that what she said to Larry Sears, a chamber board member, was not in violation of any rules. After the meeting (Oct. (Enumclaw Courier Herald, WA)
Independence Mall hosts 13th annual Evening of Charities Nov 14, 2009
Several stores in the mall will offer door prizes, including Best Buy, Build-a-Bear, Master Cuts, Country Marketplace, Macy s, Famous Footwear, Yankee Candle, Regal Cinemas, Uno s Chicago Grill, Sears and others. Prizes include a 32-inch LCD TV from Best Buy, a Sony Playstation 3 from Sears, fragrance baskets valued at $400 each from Macy s, pizza for a year from Uno s Chicago Grill, plus gift cards, movie tickets and gift baskets from other mall tenants. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
Combat-wounded sailor eyes tower climb Three years ago, when an Iraqi bomb fractured Elliott Miller's body and brain, hardly anyone thought he would survive. Three months ago, the doctors ... Nov 14, 2009
But tomorrow, just after midnight Chicago time, the former Marine and current Navy SEAL will get out of his wheelchair and try to climb not just one flight of stairs, but 103 of them all the way to the top of the iconic skyscraper formerly known as the Sears Tower. It's the tallest building in the Americas. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Who are Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and the other accused terrorists? Nov 14, 2009
He claimed responsibility for the 1993 World Trade Center bombing, the decapitation of Wall Street Journal reporter Daniel Pearl, Richard Reid's failed shoe bomber operation, the nightclub bombing in Bali, Indonesia, planning for a second-wave of attacks on the US allegedly targeting the Liberty Tower in Los Angeles, the Sears Tower in Chicago, the Plaza Bank in Seattle, and the Empire State Building in New York, an assassination plot against former President Carter and former President Clinton,... (Christian Science Monitor)
New Smyrna Beach routs Creek Nov 14, 2009
RECEIVING--NS: Ervin 7-86, Schofield 1-8, Jackson 1-6, Mostert 1-65, Sears 1-11. Team 11-176-3. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Sports)
Market Winners & Losers: Abercrombie & Fitch, Genzyme Nov 14, 2009
Sears Holding Corp. () SHLD shares rose 6. 7% as the company prepares to release earnings in the week to come. (Fox News)
Best Black Friday deals will likely be in electronics Nov 14, 2009
Sears, too, has joined in the party to slash prices on electronics before the big shopping day arrives. Just last week, it posted a sale among its its Black Friday Now deals on a 42-inch Zenith Plasma TV for only $499 nearly $200 off the regular price. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Savvy shopping tips for a stress-free holiday season Nov 13, 2009
Sears offers a great online tool so you can gather together with friends and family to share in the cost of a great gift. From home electronics and appliances to jewelry, housewares and apparel, you will find the best selection and gift options for everyone on your list. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
Valley's solar-energy industry shines in down economy Nov 13, 2009
"People are more receptive to solar," said Tim Sears, co-founder of Grid Alternatives. "Prices are down significantly, cities are better equipped to deal with permitting, there are more suppliers and vendors, and it is an important part of the energy mix as we transition away from fossil fuels.". (Fresno Bee)
Fresno lights up downtown Water Tower Nov 13, 2009
The building was completed as Sears Tower in 1973, the heyday of energy ignorance, which means the skyscraper has single-pane windows that leak around the edges and 000037E5 let in hot air in summer and cold in winter, lights everywhere and inefficient electric heating throughout. Fresno Bee artist won contest, $250 for design of city's flag. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Business events scheduled for the coming week Nov 13, 2009
-Sears Holdings Corp. releases third-quarter results. FORT WORTH, Texas-D.R. Horton Inc. releases fourth-quarter results. (OregonLive, OR -- Business)
Bradford Elementary School honors readers Nov 12, 2009
Bradford Elementary School recently honored the following students with special reading awards: (front row, from left) Abby Stotler, Maggie Rouse, Jessica Wright, Noah Kazubowski, Chase Stahl, Jacob Dries and Brianna Endres; (second row) Savannah Wall, Lindsey Hoffert, Kaylah Weir, Carlie Bickett, Alex Dries, Robert Rouse, Brock Stotler, Dalton Hancher and Laura Rouse: and (back row) Lea Fisher, Mckenzie Coleman, Lauryn Hartz, Isaac Yanez, Jenae Sears, Matthew McCauley and Morgan Coleman.... (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
More of this story Nov 12, 2009
Local Events Set to Honor Veterans By E-E Staff Report Wednesday, November 11, 2009 11:40 AM CST. Several events were planned in the Bartlesville area in honor of veterans today, including presentations at local schools. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Email of the Week for November 11 (4) Nov 12, 2009
At K-Mart and Staples and Penney s and Sears. You won t hear the word Christmas; it won t touch your ears. (Rockport Pilot, TX)
Titans' three-headed QB Nov 12, 2009
"If we could open up a Sears catalog and pick a quarterback, we would want someone to be the field general," Tuley said. "We want someone that can throw and someone that can run the option.". (Athens Banner-Herald)
‘Your mind just stops’ Nov 12, 2009
Gay Lynn Sears surveys the rubble of her home outside Preston Wednesday while discussing the electrical fire that destroyed it two weeks earlier ... Published: Thursday, November 12, 2009 1:51 AM CST PRESTON Gay Lynn Sears found a couple of shiny diamonds that came loose from their settings in a burnt tin box as she and her family sifted through bits of ash Wednesday near the foundation of what s left of her Idaho home ... Sears and her two daughters had said a family prayer and were about to go... (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Veterans Day Nov. 11 Nov 11, 2009
This Veterans Day, Sears and Rebuilding Together are taking on a major renovation in Boston, The New England Center for Homeless Veterans. The. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Stay married if you want kids Nov 11, 2009
By Leah Ward Sears, Special to CNN ... Leah Ward Sears: Couples unwilling to make commitment to rewarding marriage ... Sears: Obamas exemplify good marriage, committed to reconcile differences and tough it out. (CNN)
Best Buy Leaps Into Fitness Equipment Nov 11, 2009
It may seem like a stretch for it to branch into territory dominated by sporting goods stores and chains like Sears and Target, but Best Buy said it is a natural extension. "We're offering the latest and greatest technology in health and fitness," said Steve Trier, director for new categories at Best Buy. (ABC News -- Wire)
Layaway Pros and Cons Nov 11, 2009
She notes layaway was popular last year, and now many stores, such as Sears and K-mart, are trying to capitalize on renewed success. Gibbons says layaway can work for many consumers, but you have to be careful. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Shields wins Strikeforce middleweight belt Nov 11, 2009
Posted: Tuesday, November 10, 2009 10:58 AM CST CHICAGO Former Calaveras High wrestler Jake Shields won the Strikeforce middleweight championship belt with a five-round unanimous decision against Jason Mayhem Miller Saturday night at the Sears Centre. Shields (24-4-1) extended his mixed martial arts winning streak to 13 straight matches, but didn't win by stoppage for the first time in nine fights. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
At Wes Bob's tire shop, owners keep it simple Nov 11, 2009
went to Carrs, Walmart, Sears, did the same in Anchorage. Put fliers on windshields. (Anchorage Daily News)
