Baker preparing to step up in 2009 Nov 21, 2008
MIAMI -- Given the state of the market for catchers, it might turn out that the best move for the Marlins is no move at all. Adding depth at catcher is one of the primary objectives the Marlins have this offseason. (MLB.com -- Florida Marlins)
Brown revives career as Bulldog Nov 21, 2008
Entering its Thursday night game against Miami, the Yellow Jackets had attempted only 127 passes, fewer than anybody but the service academies - Air Force, Navy and Army. Georgia Tech coach Paul Johnson was hired from Navy, where he ran the same triple-option system that he is using with the Yellow Jackets. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Opponent Opinions: DT Vince Wilfork Nov 21, 2008
Former Patriots first-round pick Vince Wilfork starred at the University of Miami, and he'll be back in town Sunday when New England faces the Dolphins in a key AFC East battle ... On if this game plays any special significance since he is from South Florida: Every time I play Miami in Miami its pretty exciting for me because Im from Florida ... I played down in the University of Miami so I have a lot of friends and family down there that are able to watch the game or come to the game. (DolphinDigest.com)
UNC Slides Past Miami in Volleyball Action, 3-1 Nov 21, 2008
Chapel Hill, N.C. - had 16 kills and had 12 more, but it wasn't enough as the University of North Carolina downed the University of Miami, 3-1 (25-23, 23-25, 25-21, 25-18) on Thursday night in a key ACC volleyball matchup played at the Dean E. Smith Center in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. UNC (20-9, 14-4 ACC) entered Thursday's meeting working on an eight-match winning streak dating back to a loss in Coral Gables to Miami on Oct. 18 ... The visitors from Coral Gables stormed back in the second... (Hurricanesports.com)
Friday's UNC Links Nov 21, 2008
After North Carolina lost to Virginia Tech, it won its next three games, including dramatic victories over Miami and Notre Dame ... N.C. State and North Carolina have never played a game that's meant as much nationally as the 1987 Florida State-Miami grudge match. (InsideCarolina.com)
Recognizing Women Who Make a Difference Nov 21, 2008
Canton Daily Ledger - Ara. for more local weather conditions. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Gamecocks Set for Crucial Matches Against Alabama, Mississippi State Nov 21, 2008
The others include 2007 NCAA Tournament participants Dayton and Northern Iowa along with Miami (Fla. Texas ATennessee. (Uscsports.com)
Tech Volleyball Looks for Turnaround vs. Maryland and Boston College Nov 21, 2008
The Yellow Jackets are coming off a 3-1 loss at Florida State, which followed a pair of five-set losses at Miami and Duke, and look to pick up their first win since a 3-2 victory at Wake Forest two weeks ago. Maryland and Boston College stand 11th and 12th, respectively, in the league standings. (Ramblinwreck.com)
Beyond the ACCtion: The Final Stops on the Road to Tampa Bay Nov 21, 2008
In the Coastal Division, only Miami controls its own fate ... If Miami does win in Atlanta on Thursday, the Hurricanes can clinch the Coastal Division this weekend if North Carolina falls to NC State or if North Carolina, Virginia and Virginia Tech all win on Saturday. (Theacc.com)
No-rush 'family lanes' open at airports Nov 21, 2008
That includes South Florida's main commercial airports in Miami, Fort Lauderdale and West Palm Beach ... However, at large, busy airports, such as Miami International, more lanes will be available, TSA officials said. (The Palm Beach Post)
Police surround bus and catch suspected muggers; one still at large Nov 21, 2008
The suspects took off running and two jumped on a Miami-Dade Metro bus, while a third went his own way on foot ... If you have any information on where the third suspect may be, call Miami-Dade Crime Stoppers at 305-471-TIPS. Remember, you can always remain anonymous, and you may be eligible for a reward. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Family pleas to find killer of loved one Nov 21, 2008
MIAMI (WSVN) -- A family made a desperate plea to the public after their loved one was found shot to death just hours after his birthday early Saturday ... Santos mother and son gathered Thursday afternoon at the Miami Police Department to make a desperate plea for justice. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
US details role for additional Afghan forces Nov 21, 2008
Friday, November 21, 2008. CORNWALLIS, Canada (AP) -- With the United States reevaluating strategy in Afghanistan, Defense Secretary Robert Gates is telling allies that additional U.S. forces planned for the war must be shared across the region taking the brunt of the fighting. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
4 Marines plead not guilty to murdering colleague Nov 21, 2008
Friday, November 21, 2008. (AP) -- Four Camp Pendleton-based Marines, including one known as "Psycho," have pleaded not guilty in the execution-style slayings of a fellow Marine and his wife. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Police investigate robbery in progress; possible hostage Nov 21, 2008
MIAMI (WSVN) -- Police are on the scene of a situation where someone might be held hostage. According to the Miami-Dade Police Department an apparent robbery in-progress took place at Northeast 10th Street and Ives Dairy Road. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Woeful special teams a concern for Dolphins Nov 21, 2008
(AP) -- Given the way the Miami Dolphins cover punts and kickoffs, they might want to let the offense go for it on every fourth down ... Miami is last in the NFL in punt coverage, kickoff coverage and kickoff returns ... The problems on special teams are especially glaring because Miami's offense and defense have progressed so significantly under their first-year coach. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Hill fulfills dream with Christmas special, CD Nov 21, 2008
Thursday, November 20, 2008. (AP) -- Faith Hill finally has that Christmas gift she's always wanted. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
They're baaaack: 'Canes ranked again Nov 21, 2008
Yep, it's the Miami Hurricanes, who have reason to be proud of themselves even if this sort of thing was once the norm in south Florida. Trying to break away from the pack in the convoluted Atlantic Coast Conference, No. 23 Miami can move a step closer to locking down a division title with a win over Georgia Tech on Thursday night ... Miami will go into a game with a ranking for the first time in more than two years. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Prosecutors question Taiwan's Chen in jail Nov 21, 2008
Friday, November 21, 2008. TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) -- Taiwanese prosecutors said they questioned jailed former President Chen Shui-bian over graft allegations Friday, as he extended a hunger strike for a 10th day. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Ben Affleck tours refugee camps in eastern Congo Nov 21, 2008
Thursday, November 20, 2008. GOMA, Congo (AP) -- Ben Affleck is talking to children and aid officials in refugee camps in war-torn eastern Congo in an effort to raise awareness of the conflict that has displaced at least 250,000 people. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
China: 19,000 victims identified from May quake Nov 21, 2008
Friday, November 21, 2008. BEIJING (AP) -- A little over a quarter of the 70,000 people who died in a massive earthquake that struck Sichuan province in May have been identified, a Chinese official said Friday, as authorities rushed to prepare stricken areas for the coming winter. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Suspect arrested in school bathroom beating Nov 21, 2008
SOUTHWEST MIAMI-DADE, Fla ... Rescuers airlifted Bocanegra to Miami Children's Hospital. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Publicist: Paris Hilton and Benji Madden split Nov 21, 2008
Wednesday, November 19, 2008. Related Article Links. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Raptors scramble to hold off Wade, Heat Nov 21, 2008
MIAMI (AP) -- Dwyane Wade did something the NBA hadn't seen in more than 31 years ... Andrea Bargnani scored a season-high 25 points, Jermaine O'Neal added 16 points and 17 rebounds, and the Raptors were 8-for-8 on 3-pointers in the second half to overcome Wade's huge effort and beat the Miami Heat 101-95 on Wednesday night ... Toronto went 6-for-6 from 3-point range in the third quarter, outscored Miami 13-2 during one stretch in that period and led 76-59 when Bargnani made three free throws --... (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
UN spokesman hopes new troops in Congo in weeks Nov 21, 2008
Friday, November 21, 2008. GOMA, Congo (AP) -- The U.N. military spokesman says he hopes thousands of new peacekeepers will arrive in Congo within weeks. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
`DWTS' pro Julianne Hough won't return next season Nov 21, 2008
Thursday, November 20, 2008. DWTS' pro Julianne Hough won't return next season. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
US military: 4 militants killed in Afghan clash Nov 21, 2008
Friday, November 21, 2008. KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) -- The U.S. military says Afghan and coalition forces killed four militants in a firefight north of Kabul. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Witness recalls last messages in MySpace hoax case Nov 21, 2008
Friday, November 21, 2008. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- A Missouri woman knew her 13-year-old neighbor was depressed and suicidal when she sent cruel Internet messages to the teenager, her former assistant testified. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
8-year-old falls out of window Nov 21, 2008
NORTHWEST MIAMI-DADE, Fla. (WSVN) -- An 8-year-old boy is in stable condition after falling from a second story window Thursday. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Lawyers attack prosecutor who had Cheney indicted Nov 21, 2008
Friday, November 21, 2008. McALLEN, Texas (AP) -- Lawyers seeking to halt the indictments brought against Vice President Dick Cheney, former Attorney General Alberto Gonzales and others are accusing the prosecutor of trying to end his tenure with a bang and even scores with political enemies. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
NY hate crime suspect now charged with murder Nov 21, 2008
Friday, November 21, 2008. RIVERHEAD, N.Y. (AP) -- The killing of an Ecuadorean immigrant by seven high school students was part of a spree in which the teenagers tormented other immigrants while armed with knives and BB guns, prosecutors said. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Ashlee Simpson-Wentz, Pete Wentz have baby boy Nov 21, 2008
Friday, November 21, 2008. NEW YORK (AP) -- Ashlee Simpson-Wentz and Pete Wentz are the proud parents of a baby boy, and they're celebrating with some Bronx cheer. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Report says CIA withheld info from White House Nov 21, 2008
Friday, November 21, 2008. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The CIA withheld information from the White House, Justice Department and Congress about the 2001 shooting down of a plane over Peru carrying an American missionary family, part of a yearslong cover-up of lethal violations in U.S. drug-interdiction procedures, according to a classified internal CIA report. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Camarillo signs extension with Dolphins Nov 21, 2008
(AP) -- Receiver Greg Camarillo's breakout year with the Miami Dolphins has earned him a new contract. Camarillo's $6 million, three-year extension keeps him under contract through 2011. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Shiites in Baghdad protest planned US-Iraq pact Nov 21, 2008
Friday, November 21, 2008. BAGHDAD (AP) -- Thousands of followers of Shiite cleric Muqtada al-Sadr converged on a central Baghdad square Friday for a mass prayer to protest a proposed U.S.-Iraqi security pact. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Astronauts end 2nd spacewalk at space station Nov 21, 2008
Thursday, November 20, 2008. (AP) -- Spacewalking astronauts performed more repair work on a jammed joint at the international space station on Thursday, keeping a tight grip on all their tools so nothing would get away this time. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Va. Tech has clear favorite in Miami-Ga. Tech game Nov 21, 2008
Miami News, Fort Lauderdale News, Florida News er Channel 7 Fox Miami WSVN-TV - Va. Tech has clear favorite in Miami-Ga ... Tech has clear favorite in Miami-Ga. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
This weekend on TV, radio Nov 21, 2008
PRO FOOTBALL 1 p.m. - New England at Miami, Ch. 4, WBCN (104. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Notebook: Bragging Rights on the Line Nov 21, 2008
Davis won all four meetings between the Miami Hurricanes and Boston College Eagles while the two coaches were at their former collegiate coaching posts ... Three of the previous five meetings have been decided by four points or less, a 45-44, double overtime Miami win in 1997, a 31-28 Miami win in 1999 and NC States four point win in 2007 ... Miami won 35-17 in 1998 and 52-6 in 1999 when the Hurricanes were ranked No. 2 nationally. (StateFans.com)
Southern Football Predictions Nov 21, 2008
5) at Georgia Tech Straight Up: Boston Miami Against the Spread: Miami Comment: Canes are probably the best team in the ACC right now, which means they are primed for a loss. WHITEOUT. (DawgPost.com)
Toreros face Valparaiso Friday in Paradise Jam Nov 21, 2008
Nov. 21) Game #1, Southern Mississippi vs. Miami. Game #2, San Diego vs. Valparaiso. (Usdtoreros.com)
Palin still in high demand Nov 21, 2008
This week, Palin became the focal point of the Republican Governors Association meeting in Miami ... During a press conference in Miami she told reporters the future for her is not the 2012 presidential race but what happens in the next couple of years ... Describing Palin at the news conference in Miami, Texas Gov. Rick Perry told The Associated Press she, is a governor who has led her state boldly, inspired a nation with her optimism, her frank talk, her unashamed embrace of bedrock... (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
Obama Pick of Craig Worries Cuban-Americans Nov 21, 2008
Cuban-Americans are worried about the appointment of Gregory Craig to the position of White House Counsel owing, among other things, to his role in the infamous Elian Gonzalez case that resulted in the refugee youngster being forcibly returned to communist Cuba from Miami ... Just days later, the Cuban-American population, and Americans generally, were horrified to see machine gun-wielding agents of the INS push into the Miami home of Lazaro Gonzalez, a relative. (Newsmax)
Letters from readers Nov 21, 2008
ADMIRAL JIM STAVRIDIS, commander, U.S. Southern Command, Miami. FOOTBALL FUNDINGHigher priorities. (Florida Times-Union)
Georgia Tech ruins Miami's return to the rankings Nov 21, 2008
ATLANTA Hold off on Miami's return to national prominence ... The Yellow Jackets ran No. 23 Miami ragged in a game that could have moved the one-time powerhouse to the cusp of playing for the Atlantic Coast Conference championship and a spot in a major bowl ... ripped off 128 yards with just 10 carries in the first half, including a 58-yard touchdown on a play that typified a Miami defense that looked as though it had never even seen film on Georgia Tech's unique, run-oriented scheme. (Florida Times-Union)
JAGUARS NOTEBOOK: Ex-Vikings coach is surprisingly calm Nov 21, 2008
Jaguars players have elected offensive tackle Tony Pashos as their new representative, replacing wide receiver Ernest Wilford, who went to the Miami Dolphins as a free agent. Long snapper Joe Zelenka and defensive end Paul Spicer were selected as the co-alternates. (Florida Times-Union)
DeShawn Sims scores 18, Michigan upsets No. 4 UCLA Nov 21, 2008
UCLA advanced to Madison Square Garden by beating Miami (Ohio) 64-59 last Friday. The Bruins blew out Prairie View in their opening-round game. (Florida Times-Union)
Grass-Roots Efforts Aim to Ease the Foreclosure Crisis Nov 21, 2008
The foundation of a home is laid next to newly constructed homes in Miami on Nov. 19 Joe Raedle / Getty. If U.S. Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson thinks he got hammered on Capitol Hill Tuesday morning for not doing enough to stem the tide of foreclosures, he's lucky he wasn't at the public library in Miami Gardens, Fla ... "Paulson and the rest of them don't give a damn about what's happening to us," said Angela Butler, 49, a school custodian who, after going on disability two years ago when she... (Time.com)
Marcella Hora-Cava Named Women's Tennis Head Coach Nov 21, 2008
"She has a rich history of tennis in this community while growing up in Delray and playing at the collegiate level at the University of Miami. She is going to do a tremendous job here." ... She competed internationally playing in nine countries and 20 states and was a member of the University of Miami tennis team. (Fausports.com)
ROOKIE RANKINGS: Rose setting the pace; Oden makes his debut Nov 20, 2008
Miami HeatBeasley got his hands dirty last week, demonstrating an improved comfort level on the interior ... "He's putting his body now into the fray, which I'm very pleased about," Miami coach Erik Spoelstra told the South Florida Sun-Sentinel ... Portland Trail BlazersThe 23-year-old swingman turned in a game-altering performance last Wednesday in Miami, coming off the bench to score a personal-best 25 points in 29 minutes. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
HBCU notebook (Nov. 19) Nov 20, 2008
It was no surprise to most HBCU fans to see rookies Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie (Tennessee State, Arizona Cardinals), Kendall Langford (Hampton, Miami Dolphins), Alex Hall (St. Augustine's, Cleveland Browns) and Chad Simpson (Morgan State, Indianapolis Colts) playing on Sundays this year. (ESPN -- College Football News)
NC State Game Guide Nov 20, 2008
won all four meetings against Tom O'Brien when both were at their former schools (Miami and Boston College) but is 0-1 against him in ACC play ... Carolina has allowed an opponent to convert eight or more third downs in five games; the first was against McNeese State in a comeback win (9-of-19) and Miami converted 8-of-16 in another Carolina comeback effort ... Carolina allowed its first six opponents to convert 16-of-17 red-zone chances; the only except was the interception at Miami to save the... (Tarheelblue.com)
Just in time for Christmas Nov 20, 2008
Cari was born in Miami, while Bob hailed from the west coast. The two met in Colorado, and later moved to Florida. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Wade's rare feat can't lift Heat past Raptors Nov 20, 2008
MIAMI (AP) -Dwyane Wade did something the NBA hadn't seen in more than 31 years ... Andrea Bargnani scored a season-high 25 points, Jermaine O'Neal added 16 points and 17 rebounds, and the Raptors were 8-for-8 on 3-pointers in the second half to overcome Wade's huge effort and beat the Miami Heat 101-95 on Wednesday night ... "I had a good feel for the shots,'' Parker said.You think?Toronto went 6-for-6 from 3-point range in the third quarter, outscored Miami 13-2 during one stretch in that... (MSNBC -- Sports)
Raptors scramble to hold off Heat and red-hot Wade Nov 20, 2008
Miami Heat guard Dwyane Wade dunks over the Toronto Raptors' Chris Bosh, left, during their game in Miami ... MIAMI (AP) did something the NBA hadn't seen in more than 31 years ... scored a season-high 25 points, added 16 points and 17 rebounds, and the Raptors were 8-for-8 on three-pointers in the second half to overcome Wade's huge effort and beat the Miami Heat 101-95 on Wednesday night. (USA Today -- Sports)
Ice -- yes, ice -- slide coming Nov 20, 2008
"We use what amounts to a giant air conditioner," said Brad Holland, vice president of Magic Ice USA, a Miami company that has installed outdoor ice rinks around the world for the past 10 years. "A fluid is pumped through coils, keeping the ice cold.". (The St. Augustine Record)
Suntree/Viera Gold claim Rookies title Nov 20, 2008
VIERA Two professional teams, the Miami Dolphins and the New England Patriots have become legendary after winning all of their regular season games in a National Football League season. On a local scale, the Suntree/Viera Gold Rookies division team defeated the West Melbourne Spurs 24-8 on Saturday at Viera High School to wrap up an 11-0 regular season and claim the county title. (Florida Today)
Fire destroys building at Port Everglades Nov 20, 2008
MIAMI Authorities are investigating after a propane tank explosion caused a fire at Port Everglades. Broward County Sheriffs authorities say the tank exploded Wednesday night, engulfing a small building in flames. (Florida Today)
Palm Bay's Cohen lands on Dolphins practice squad Nov 20, 2008
That's why, as he sat in the Miami Dolphins locker room on Wednesday, he wanted to get the word out to all the people who helped him get there ... Cohen, who worked out for the Dolphins on Tuesday, was signed to Miami's practice squad ... Miami coach Tony Sparano was impressed not only by Cohen's size (6-foot-2, 310 pounds), but the fact he was able to put up 38 reps on the 225-pound bench press. (Florida Today)
Astronaut's DeVoss signs with Hurricanes Nov 20, 2008
The Astronaut High baseball player will attend and play for the University of Miami Hurricanes after he completes his career with the War Eagles this spring ... DeVoss was seen by Miami coaches while playing for the Orlando Scorpions, an elite travel team, at a tournament in Fort Myers in May ... His top three college preferences were Vanderbilt, Miami and South Florida. (Florida Today)
Former area hoops standouts shine at Anderson Nov 20, 2008
He was also in the starting lineup against Miami and Clemson. Robinson has played in all 10 Seminole games, recording 14 solo tackles, 12 assists with a half-tackle for loss. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
Corus disputes over Lansbrook Nov 20, 2008
5 billion in loan commitments outstanding in Florida on condo properties, with a vast majority in Miami and Southeast Florida, and $84 million in the Tampa Bay area, according to reports filed with the ... The documents speak for themselves, said Jack Shawde, an attorney with Berger Singerman in Miami who is representing Florida Land Parcels. (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)
ACC BREAKDOWN: Georgia Tech vs. Miami Nov 20, 2008
Miami s defense of Darryl Sharpton (50) and Ryan Hill (13) tackle Duke s Tony Jackson (25) ... Should Tech beat Miami, it would need North Carolina, Virginia Tech and Virginia, which all have two league games remaining, to each lose once ... A Miami win would be its sixth consecutive victory. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Thursday's Time Schedule Nov 20, 2008
No. 23 Miami at Georgia Tech, 7:30 p.m.. COLLEGE BASKETBALL. (International Herald Tribune)
Knight Foundation to aid King memorial Nov 20, 2008
in Miami plans to make a announcement Wednesday morning regarding a major donation to the. The money being raised will be used to help build a 4-acre memorial to honor the slain civil rights leader. (South Florida Business Journal, FL)
