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January 2008

Thursday, Jan. 31:

Lincoln Streets Superintendent Calls for Citizen Cooperation in Parking Tonight and Tomorrow
Winter Storm Warning
Historical Event Revived
Rails to Be Split at Lincoln High School Basketball Game
Unemployment Checks Go Missing; State Offers Optional Check Issue
IDOT, Illinois Law Enforcement Remind Fans to Celebrate Safely This Weekend
Pass Your Keys to a Designated Driver This Super Bowl Sunday
U.S. Department of Energy Derails FutureGen; Gov. Blagojevich Responds
Researchers Discover Original Abraham Lincoln Election Dispute Letter
Cataloging of 1838-1897 Legislative Reports Makes Wealth of Information Easier to Access

U.S. Scraps Futuristic Coal Plant

Man Convicted of Killing Baby, 3 Adults

Trains, Bloggers Are Threats in U.S. Drill

Study: U.S. Broadband Goal Nearly Reached

Tighter ID Rules for U.S. Border Begin

Groups Seek Rosenberg Grand Jury File

Carter Opens Baptist Meeting in Georgia

Confusion Reigns Over TV Transition

Damaged Cables Cut Internet in Mideast

China Warns of Serious Impact on Crops

House, Senate at Odds on Stimulus Plan

Poll: Big Expectations for New President

Romney Accuses McCain of 'Dirty Tricks'

McCain Steamrolling to GOP Nomination

Edwards Bows Out of Presidential Race

Obama Says Clinton Would Be a Step Back

A Curse? No Higher Office for NYC Mayors

Coach to Resign After Biting Wrestler

89 Frozen Ferrets Found in Va. Home

Woman With Vomiting Daughter Gets Ticket

Turns Out It Wasn't Just False Labor...

Ore. Goodwill Store Sells Parked Bike

NASA Photos Reveal Mercury Is Shrinking

Man Arrested at Brad Pitt's LA Home

Celebrity Flashbacks: That Was the Week That Was

This Day in History

The Nation's Weather

Thursday is the last day to vote early.

Friday will be the last day LDN will accept candidate support letters.
Saturday will be the last day LDN will post candidate support letters.

Letters:

Supports Huyett
Landlord Supports McIntosh
McIntosh of Good Character

Travel Nightmare -- Millions Stuck Outside in Rain and Snow

Investors Want More Interest Rate Cuts

Wall Street Heads for Lower Opening

Agricultural Futures Mostly Lower on CBOT

AMVETS Scholarships Offered

AMVETS Ladies Auxiliary Offers Scholarships

The Best of Broadway

King Cast in 'Sweetest Swing in Baseball' at Lincoln College

Red, White & True Mysteries: You Might Not Know Their Names, but You Know Their Inventions

Super Bowl Could Be Heart Health Hazard

Gentler Fix for Artery Bulge Proves Best

Mercury From Vaccines Disappears Quickly

LCC Splits With Eureka

Lynx Vs. Lewis & Clark

Battle for First Place and Tribute to a Former Coach Highlight ISU Women's Basketball Weekend

K-State Finally Beats Kansas at Home

College Basketball Roundup: Memphis Tigers Top Houston to Go 20-0

Wednesday's College Basketball

Timberwolves Win Ugly Over Bulls 83-67

Heat Fade in 4th, Lose to Magic 107-91

LeBron's Buzzer-Beater Lifts Cavs

NBA Team Standings, Scores & Schedules

Brady Surprised by Burress' Prediction

Svatos, Avalanche Beat Blackhawks 6-3

NHL Team Standings, Scores & Schedules

Clemens Shows Up at Astros Camp

Umpires Angry Over Background Checks

Tiger Woods Takes Lead in Dubai

Wednesday, Jan. 30:

Winter Storm Watch Thursday Night, Friday Morning
Governor's Statement on Department of Energy's Plans to Dismantle FutureGen
Governor's Statement on Marion VA Medical Center
Lincoln's Birthday Celebration Feb. 12 at David Davis Mansion

Ill. Lawmakers Will Fight for Coal Plant
AF General: Spy Satellite Could Hit U.S.
Vermont Anti-Bush Petition Lambasted
Mukasey Refuses to Judge Waterboarding
FCC Wants to Fix Phone Fund
U.S. Envoy: 'Ethnic Cleansing' in Kenya
Swedish Bank Stops Digital Theft
Australia to Apologize to Aborigines
Higher Oil Prices Could Be Boon to Iraq
China Steps Up Internet Video Control
McCain Beats Romney to Win Fla. Primary
Giuliani to Exit Presidential Race Today
Bush Faces Opposition on Ending Programs
Clinton Wins Primary but No Delegates
Chocolate Room Heralds Valentine's Day
Is That a Crowbar in Your Pants?
Rescue Group: Please Adopt Donkeys
Boy Put in Dog Cage After Spiking Drinks
Man Nabbed for 4th Time in Meter Thefts
Man Sets Station on Fire Over Playlist
Astronauts Go Out on Spacewalk
Research: Asteroids Pose Greater Danger
Snipes Trial Offers IRS Perfect Script
This Day in History
The Nation's Weather
Thursday is the last day to vote early.
Friday will be the last day LDN will accept candidate support letters.
Saturday will be the last day LDN will post candidate support letters.
Letter: Response to Questioned Campaign Contribution
McCain Vs. ?? Whole World Is Watching -- A Prediction or Two
BofA Chief: Countrywide Deal 'A Go'
Oil Prices Rise on Rate Cut Hopes
Wall Street to Open Flat With Fed Ahead
Agricultural Futures Higher on CBOT
Annual Fundraiser Offers Pancakes, Sausage and More
Engagement Announcement: Garner-DeFord
Support Group Explores Divorce-Related Topics
Oasis Update
Washington-Monroe Honor Roll
Book Look: 'Monuments'
1904 St. Louis World's Fair Exhibit Continues Through Sunday at Springfield's Dana-Thomas House
Hand Gels Alone May Not Curb Infections
LCC Hall of Fame Weekend Feb. 8-9
Logan Lanes Bowling:

Logan Lassies
Rise 'n' Shine League

Lofton, Smith Shoot No. 7 Vols Past Tide
Tuesday's College Basketball
Sonics Stun Spurs, Snap Losing Streak
K.G., Allen Sit While C's Embarrass Heat
Still a Net: Kidd Helps End 9-Game Skid
NBA Team Standings, Scores & Schedules
Brady Holds Court and Plays the Charmer
Stars Beat Canucks 4-3, Snap 2-Game Skid
NHL Team Standings, Scores & Schedules
Twins May Lose Another Star in Santana
Ganassi Gets 3rd Straight 24-Hour Win

Tuesday, Jan. 29:

Hartem Ag Issues Team Presents 'The Pros and Cons of Wind Farms' at Morning Coffee
Wind Advisory in Effect Until Midnight
Illinois Public Health Mutual Aid System Successfully Assists an Area Following Hepatitis A Exposure

VA: 19 Deaths in Ill. Traced to Care
Church Harbors Woman Facing Deportation
Indicted Obama Fundraiser Rezko Arrested
Cash-Strapped States Resort to Odd Taxes
Grammys Get Interim Deal With Writers
Mexico Issues Warrant for Missing Marine
Kenya Rivals to Start 'Dialogue Process'
Missile Kills 12 Militants in Pakistan
Bus Crash on Icy Road in China Kills 25
House to Vote Today on Rebate Package
State of the Union Address:
Congress Unlikely to Buy Bush Proposals
Kennedy Endorses Obama -- 'Change in Air'
A Frosty Moment Between Clinton, Obama
Romney, McCain: Tight Race As Fla. Votes
McCain Faces Questions About His Age
W.Va. Mayor Uses Magazine to Prove ID
Steer Escapes From Ohio Slaughterhouse
First Antarctic Marine Census Launched
Keillor Drops Restraining Order
This Day in History
The Nation's Weather
Letters:
- Questions Integrity of State's Attorney, Supports McIntosh for State's Attorney
- Questions the Source of a Campaign Contribution to McIntosh
- Wants a Tough Prosecutor, Blind to Victims' Life Circumstances; Supports Huyett
- Huyett Exercises Discretion, Knows When and When Not to Prosecute
Sen. Brady's Weekly Update
Dehner Earns Certified Financial Planner Designation
Countrywide Swings to 4Q Loss
Nevada Had Top Foreclosure Rate in 2007
Fed Weighs Another Rate Reduction
Weekly Outlook: Corn and Soybeans
Agricultural Futures End Higher on CBOT
Carroll Catholic Celebrating Catholic Schools Week
Mount Pulaski Names Senior-of-the-Month
Cold Meds Send 7,000 Kids to Hospitals
New Flu Vaccine May Not Need Needles
New Treatment Can Clear Brain Clots
G.T.'s 'Ten for Tuesday
By Greg Taylor
Logan Lanes Bowling: Split 'n' Gutter League
Women: Redbirds Break into Associated Press Top 25
Monday's College Basketball
Paul Leads Hornets to 9th Straight Win
Howard, Hot-Shooting Mavs Beat Grizzlies
NBA Team Standings, Scores & Schedules
Brady Gets Taped Up for Patriots Workout
NHL Team Standings, Scores & Schedules
Knoblauch to Talk With House Committee
Ganassi Gets 3rd Straight 24-Hour Win

Monday, Jan. 28:

Wind Advisory in Effect Monday
Chamber Develops Bike Trails Council
First Meeting Tuesday Evening
Lincoln College Gets Gift of Building from Burwell Family
1860 Period Ball in Springfield Will Help Begin Illinois Lincoln Bicentennial Events

ISBE Announces $7.5 Million to Assist Fast-Growing Districts

Disabled Spy Satellite Threatens Earth

Startups Rush to Pave Way for Web Video

Mother on Trial in Microwaved Baby Case

Recall Information

U.S. Shift Seen to Pakistan, Afghanistan

Rival Gangs Face Off in Kenyan Violence

Gasoline Black Market Thrives in Iran

Bush to Seek Support in State of Union

Kennedy to Endorse Obama, Officials Say

Clinton Brings Campaign to Florida

Romney Attacks McCain Legislation

Boys Stick Tongues on Frozen Flagpole

5-Legged Cat to Undergo Surgery

FBI: Woman Sought Hit Man on Craigslist

Burglar Steals Crown From Bishop's Car

A Pastor Walks Into a Bar ... to Listen

Duckbilled Dinosaur Going Back Home

New Miss America Once Battled Anorexia

This Day in History

The Nation's Weather

Charges Sought in Societe Generale Fraud

Toyota Beats GM in Global Production

Wall Street Headed for Lower Opening

LCHS Students Lay Claim to Top Placements at Lincoln Tournament

Laura on Life: The Breakfast of Champions

Illinois Advisories on Caught Fish
Illinois Department of Public Health Sets Consumption and Preparation Guidelines

Lead Linked to Aging in Older Brains

Logan County Health Department Issues Alert:
Green Beans and Garbanzo Beans in Large Institutional-Sized Containers Recalled
Foods Distributed Locally Could Contain Botulism

First-Time Excellence
LCHS Competitive Cheer Squad Heads to State Finals
By Rick L. Hobler

Logan Lanes Bowling: Major Super Trios

Lynx Vs. John Wood

Gorloks Defeat Angels and Preachers

Men: Redbirds Win Thriller Over Sycamores

Women: Redbirds' Road Dominance Continues With Win Over Wichita State

Gators Use 1st-Half Spurt to Upset Vandy

Nelson Helps Rally No. 4 Duke Past Terps

Saturday's College Basketball

Turkoglu Lifts Magic Over C's at Buzzer

LeBron Wins Duel With Kobe to Lift Cavs

Martin's Basket Gives Kings Win

NBA Team Standings, Scores & Schedules

Brady Not Concerned With Injured Ankle

Djokovic Beats Tsonga for Aussie Title

Tiger Wins Buick in a Rout to Tie Palmer

Clemens' Agent Releases Report

Ganassi Gets 3rd Straight 24-Hour Win

Saturday, Jan. 26:

Logan County Search Yields No Body
Nelson Family Gets Ready to Tour America
Lincoln's Birthday Observance Feb. 9 at Postville Courthouse to Feature Lincoln's Favorite Rocking Chair
Tips from U.S. Cellular for Keeping Your Cell Phone Battery Charged in Winter

Consumers at Heart of Stimulus Plan

Weather Stalls Most New Orleans Parades

Nudity May Cost ABC $1.4 Million

Spike in Gold Prices Draws Prospectors

Disaster Avoided in Vegas Casino Blaze

Blasts Hit Baghdad, Including Green Zone

Iran: Normal Ties to U.S. Impossible

Pakistan: Nuclear Assets Safe

American Woman Kidnapped in Afghanistan

Dozens Dead in Latest Kenya Clash

Democratic Polls Open in South Carolina

SPCA: 200 Animals Rescued From Home

Driver Who Killed Teen Sues for Damage

Police: Family Caught Shoplifting

Scientists Create Synthetic Genome

Scarlett Johansson: I'm in Love With Obama!

College Publishes Famed Killer's Diary

Ledger's Funeral Arrangements a Mystery

This Day in History

The Nation's Weather

Letter: Supports McIntosh for State's Attorney

Court News

Marriages

(No dissolution reports)

Sen. Bomke's Week in Review

Caterpillar Affirms 2008 Outlook

Wall Street's Tumultuous Week Ends Down

Ethanol-Bio-Fuel.com Works to Improve Ethanol Production

Agricultural Futures End Higher on CBOT

ZLS Spelling Bee Champion

Home Country: A Consistent Life

Logan County Health Department Issues Alert:
Green Beans and Garbanzo Beans in Large Institutional-Sized Containers Recalled
Foods Distributed Locally Could Contain Botulism

USDA Lab Focuses on Deadly E. Coli

Women's Basketball: Krick Ties 3-Point Record
ISU Routs Missouri State 95-59

Friday's College Basketball

Bobcats' Okafor Dominates Bulls

Pistons Coast Past Magic 101-93

Marion's Buzzer-Beater Lifts Suns

Perkins' Hoop Lifts Celtics Over Wolves

Stojakovic Leads Hornets Past Clippers

NBA Team Standings, Scores & Schedules

No Brady Sighting Yet in Foxborough

3 Giants Out With Illness

Michael Vick Associate Gets Probation

Sharapova Wins Australian Open

Woods, Rookie Streelman Worlds Apart

Friday, Jan. 25:

City: Sherman Street Project Delayed
Logan County Health Department Issues Alert:
Green Beans and Garbanzo Beans in Large Institutional-Sized Containers Recalled
Foods Distributed Locally Could Contain Botulism
O'Hare Radar System Is Criticized
5 Patients Sue Over Tainted Syringes
Moussaoui Tipster Gets $5 Million
Posing As Girl, Retired Cop Nabs Prey
Teen Arrested After Flight to Nashville
Deal Offered in Missing Marine Case
Iraq to Go After al-Qaida in Mosul
Egypt Takes Steps to Close Gaza Border
2 Dead, Half a Town Burned in Kenya
Senate Pressured to OK Stimulus Deal
GOP Rivals Depict Clinton As Unworthy
Obama Navigates Racial Minefield in S.C.
Campaign Frustrates Some Gay Activists
New York Times Endorses Clinton, McCain
Small Pieces of Lincoln Farm to Be Sold
Judge Tells Man to Spend Night on Street
Library Gets Book Back After 57 Years
Hmmm. Didn't I Have a House Here?
Give Me the Cash. No, Wait. Let Me Think
Using a Car Might Have Been Better...
Ribbit! This Green Isn't Part of Salad
Asteroid Will Swing By, but Won't Stop
Cyprus Divers to Dig Out Ancient Ship
Roger Ebert Will Have More Surgery
Publisher Sues Imus for $4 Million
This Day in History
The Nation's Weather
County Public Notice: Polling Places
Global Markets Rally to End Rough Week
GM Forms Green Engineering Group
U.S. Stocks Head for Higher Open
Neb. Mulls New Ban on Corporate Farming
Agricultural Futures Higher on CBOT
Mount Pulaski Trivia Night Coming in February
Study: The Pill Protects Against Cancer
Heart Bypass Best for Multiple Blockages
Lincoln College Beats Spoon River for McCullum's 350th Win
LCC Drops Two to MacMurray
USC Coach Takes Blame for Mayo Incident
Thursday's College Basketball
ISU Basketball Game at Indiana State to Air on WYZZ (Fox 43)
NBA Roundup: Spurs Hand Miami 15th Straight Loss
NBA Team Standings, Scores & Schedules
Leclaire Gets 8th Shutout over Blackhawks
NHL Team Standings, Scores & Schedules
Clemens' Meeting With Congress Postponed
Court Affirms Access to Player Drug Data
Federer Loses to Djokovic at Open
Woods Quickly Back in Form
Golf Channel Anchor Apologizes for Gaffe

Thursday, Jan. 24:

Bitter Cold Suspected in Power Outage in Rural Atlanta, McLean and Heyworth
Emergency Response Teams Lose Battle to Blaze
Wind Chill Advisory Is Canceled
City Approves Bids, Hiring Police Officers and Looks at Fire Department Expenditures
Logan County Health Department Issues Alert:
Green Beans and Garbanzo Beans in Large Institutional-Sized Containers Recalled
Foods Distributed Locally Could Contain Botulism
Ex-Ill. Gov Appeals to U.S. Supreme Court
Ill. Ex-Cop Was Ready for Dating Game
Man to Surrender in 1969 Police Shooting
Reno Family Pleads for Help in Search
N.C. Grand Jury Weighs Indicting Marine
Ohio Court Debates Rights to Body Parts
Digital Music Sales Up Worldwide
Egypt Starts Controlling Gazan Crowds
Annan Gets Kenyan Rivals to Meet
Deal for Economic Rescue Package Closer
Super Tuesday Won't Decide Nominations
Bill Clinton: Race, Gender Key in S.C.
Women Spot 'Unencumbered' Motorist
Thieves Crash Car With Cow in Back Seat
Woman Saves 55,000 Pennies in 19 Years
Error Puts Horse Ad in Food Classifieds
Rocket at Museum Found to Be Live
Cat's Caterwauling May Have Saved Family
Pair Accused of Stealing, Eating Pet Dog
Forecasters Debate Hurricanes, Warming
Virgin Galactic Unveils Spaceship
Armstrong Completes Fix of Swimming Hole
Tests on Heath Ledger to Take Days
This Day in History
The Nation's Weather
Dana Hudson Attends Realty Institute
Gov. Blagojevich Announces Grants to Increase Export Sales of Illinois Food Products
U.S. Stocks Head for Higher Open
Agricultural Futures Plummet on CBOT
Red, White & True Mysteries: Famed Writer Kicked Out of West Point, Marries Cousin
First-Place Redbirds Visit Missouri State, Wichita State
Baylor Endures 5 OTs for 1st Ranked Win
Memphis Wins 1st Game As Nation's No. 1
Wednesday's College Basketball
Hinrich's 38 Lifts Undermanned Bulls
NBA-Worst Wolves Sink Suns 117-107
Magic Rout Grizzlies With Record 18 3s
NBA Team Standings, Scores & Schedules
Bonds Asks for Perjury Charge Dismissal
Hockey Roundup
NHL Team Standings, Scores & Schedules
Nadal Derailed by Unseeded Frenchman
Tiger, Lefty Get Back to Golf at Buick
PGA Tour Caddie Struck by Car and Killed

Wednesday, Jan. 23:

Logan County Health Department Issues Alert:
Green Beans and Garbanzo Beans in Large Institutional-sized Containers Recalled
Foods Distributed Locally Could Contain Botulism
City Aldermen Back Economic Development Partnership
Support Stays
Doll Maker Fights Ill. Recall Over Lead
Break in 3-Foot Main Makes Chicago Lake
Gov't. Red Ink Expected to Get Deeper
DNA Frees Colo. Man Convicted of Murder
Ohio Court Debates Rights to Body Parts
Missing Marine Spotted in Mexico
Fewer People Moving to Sunny Florida
New Armored Truck Sees First Iraq Death
Tens of Thousands Cross Downed Gaza Wall
Retired Generals Tell Musharraf to Go
Fred Thompson Quits Presidential Race
Obama Sees Rock-Star Power in Action
Governors Endorse Presidential Candidates
Clinton, Obama Crossfire Continues
McCain Raises Money in Giuliani's Turf
Edwards Sits Down With Letterman, Tyra
Candidate: Elect Me and I Won't Serve
Man Shot in Rescue From Crocodile
Missing Cat Found in Owner's Suitcase
Officer Gets Big Surprise After Escort
Snack Cake Killing Brings 25 to 65 Years
Misprint Sends Caller to Sex Service
Cash Flies During SoCal Police Chase
Man Using Torch Sets His House on Fire
Heath Ledger Found Dead in NYC at Age 28
Study: Warming May Cut U.S. Hurricane Hits
This Day in History
The Nation's Weather
Letter: WATCH Clinton Landfill Endorses Dick Logan for County Board
Motorola 4Q Profit Sinks
U.S. Stocks Head for Another Lower Open
Weekly Outlook: Soybean Basis
Agricultural Futures Fall on CBOT
Logan County Pinewood Derby Winners
Divorce Recovery Support Group Begins Feb. 4
Oasis Update
ZLS 2nd-Quarter Honor Roll
Study: Obesity Surgery Can Cure Diabetes
Getting in Shape Reduces Death Risk
Laura on Life: Retirement for Superheroes
Logan Lanes Bowling:
- Logan Lassies
- Tuesday Super Trios
Kentucky Tops No. 3 Tennessee
Gillespie, Wildcats Knock Off No. 3 Vols
Tuesday's College Basketball
Hutchison to Be Honored at Halftime of ISU-Creighton Women's Basketball Game
Kings Beat Nets 128-94
Fisher, Farmar Lead Lakers Past Nuggets
Nash Scores 37 to Lead Suns Past Bucks
NBA Team Standings, Scores & Schedules
Brady's 'Bum' Foot Kicks Off Super Hype
White Sox Sign Dotel to Bolster Bullpen
Clemens Considering Astros' Invitation
Sharks Defeat Blackhawks 3-2
NHL Team Standings, Scores & Schedules
Federer Beats Blake

Tuesday, Jan. 22:

Proposed City of Lincoln Truancy Ordinance Found Agreeable With Some Fine-Tuning
Georgetown Fair Queen Crowned 2008 Miss Illinois County Fair
Ill. Gov. Angers Lawmakers So Many Ways
Paulson Urges Quick Deal on Economy
White Supremacist Protest in Jena, La.
Army Gets Fewer High School Grads in '07
Answers Sought at Plane Collision Site
Predator Poison Under Review
Rice Defends U.S. Aid to Pakistan
Suicide Bomber Hits Iraq School; 22 Hurt
Western Powers Pledge Resolve on Iran
New Armored Truck Sees First Iraq Death
Key Drug Trafficker Nabbed in Mexico
Clinton, Obama Engage in Bitter Debate
Quotes From Monday's Democratic Debate
Huckabee Trims Costs, Press Travel
On the Road With McCain and Giuliani
Romney Says He's the Man to Fix Economy
Maine Woman, 87, Gets a Sweet Response
Wis. Man Has Items Stolen, Returned
Deployed City Official to Sacrifice Pay
Australians Jailed in Bungled Burglary
6 Accused in Cheap-Gas Scheme
Dr. Phil Isn't Apologizing Over Spears
Time for Oscar Noms, Strike or No Strike
Sweden to Study Belching Cows
This Day in History
The Nation's Weather
With Booming Economy in China Comes Unexpected Offshoot: Beauty Pageants
Bank of America, Wachovia Profits Plunge
Oil Prices Fall Below $88
Dow Industrials Are Set to Drop 500
Mason City Community Choir to Be Called 'Noteworthy'
Lincoln College Communiversity Offers Two Spring Semester Courses
Laura on Life: Shopping for Side Effects
Food Poisoning Can Be Long-Term Problem
Study Looks at Why Poor Kids Are Heavy
Folk Medicines Contain Lead
G.T.'s 'Ten for Tuesday'
By Greg Taylor
Logan Lanes Bowling: Rise 'n' Shine League
Hoop Shoot Winners Advance
Preachers and Angels Both WIN!
Memphis Moves to No. 1
Syracuse Earns 1st Women's Hoop Poll
Monday's College Basketball
Grizzlies Beat Bulls, 104-90
Fisher, Farmar Lead Lakers Past Nuggets
Magic Finally Beat Pistons, 102-100
NBA Team Standings, Scores & Schedules
Tom Brady Photographed in Walking Cast
Pujols Still Angry Over Steroids Link
Capitals Rally to Nudge Penguins 6-5
NHL Team Standings, Scores & Schedules
Serena, Henin Lose at Australian Open
Mickelson Coping With Illness

Monday, Jan. 21:

Seasonal Weight Limits on Logan County Highways Begin
An Open Invitation to the Community

Historians Fear MLK's Legacy Being Lost

Did Oil Canals Worsen Katrina's Effects?

Bodies Fall Out of Sky As Planes Collide

Quality of Nuclear Devices Questioned

Recall Information

Cuba Parliament Must Decide on Castro

Kenyans Hacked to Death With Machetes

Israel Launches Advanced Spy Satellite

Democrats to Address King Day Rally

GOP Presidential Race Turns to Florida

Obama Takes on Question of Faith

Key Health Issues Divide Both Parties

Famous Moniker Gets Noticed on King Day

Texas Mayor in Dog Fracas Could Lose Job

Pa. Teen Recovers From 9-Story Jump

Blind Seal Ready for L.A. Zoo Visitors

Mystery Man's Annual Visit to Poe Grave

Oscar Noms Arrive, but Will Show Go On?

'Cloverfield' Sets January Movie Record

This Day in History

The Nation's Weather

Oil Drops Below $90 a Barrel

Fledgling Traders Should Lean on Experts for Investing Tips, Study Shows

Wall Street Braces for More Volatility

LCHS Speech Team Members Place at Downers Grove Tournament

Carroll Catholic School 2nd-Quarter Honor Roll

Carroll Catholic School Students of the Month

Major Super Trios

Griffins Pull Away From Preachers

Lady Griffins Defeat Angels

Illinois State-Indiana State Stats

UConn Upsets No. 13 Marquette 89-73

Saturday's College Basketball

Suns Win 14th in Row at Home Over Nets

NBA Team Standings, Scores & Schedules

Perfect Pats, Giants Head to Super Bowl

Another Manning Headed to Super Bowl

Patriots Heavy Favorites Against Giants

NHL Team Standings, Scores & Schedules

Bode Miller Sets U.S. World Cup Ski Record

Federer to Meet Blake in Quarterfinals

Trahan Surges to Hope Classic Victor

Saturday, Jan. 19:

Illinois EPA Releases Air Quality Report for 2006
Report Shows Air Quality in Illinois Significantly Improved Over Previous Year
Gov. Blagojevich Proclaims January Radon Action Month

Armed Man Arrested Near U.S. Capitol

Taunting a Factor in Tiger Attack

Study Finds Postal Service Gets No Edge

Fisher's 1972 Match Was Cold War Battle

CIA: Hackers to Blame for Power Outages

Diplomat's Departure Muddles Nuke Deal

Bush Urges Fast Tax Aid to Boost Economy

Dems Connect Economy, Veto Override

South Carolina Votes, Nevada Caucuses

Poll: McCain Soars, Giuliani Plummets

Rivals Slam Obama Over Reagan Praise

German Polar Bear to Get Name

Texas Candidate Alters Photo in Mailer

Robber on Probation Can Keep $1M Jackpot

NASA Moon Rocket May Shake Too Much

George Clooney Named UN Peace Envoy

Police Call Sutherland a Good Inmate

This Day in History

The Nation's Weather

Letter: Vote to Bring Back Integrity to the Office of State's Attorney
Supports McIntosh

Court News

Marriages

Dissolutions

Stocks End Rough Week With Modest Drop

Agricultural Futures Mostly Down on CBOT

Reminder: Logan County Humane Society Chili Fundraiser at LCHS on Saturday

On Earth...: The Miracle of Giving
Here Am I, Send Me

Culture Artist: Cob Equity

Home Country: Simple Explanation

Experts Call for Rethinking AIDS Money

FDA Weighs Over-Counter Cholesterol Drug

Battle of the ISUs at Redbird Arena on Saturday

'Taste of Redbirds' Planned for ISU-Bradley Game

Friday's College Basketball

Davis Scores 40 As Warriors Beat Bulls

Blazers Hand Heat 12th Straight Loss

NBA Team Standings, Scores & Schedules

Flattening QBs a Key in NFC

Rams Owner Georgia Frontiere Dies at 80

Postseason NFL Schedule

Blackhawks Beat Avalanche in Shootout

Crosby Badly Sprains Ankle in Pens' Loss

NHL Team Standings, Scores & Schedules

Golfweek Editor Fired for Noose Cover

Purtzer Leads at MasterCard

Federer Survives Scare at Aussie Open

Friday, Jan. 18:

Coldest Air of the Season Heading for Central Illinois
Local Author Coming to Atlanta Library on Saturday
Gov. Blagojevich Reminds Veterans and Employers Hiring Veterans to File for New Tax Exemptions

'No-Body Cases' Can, and Do, Go to Trial

1 of 2 Brothers Burned in Ill. Fire Dies

Child Thrown to Death on Hawaii Freeway

Police: Victim Drunk During Tiger Attack

Secret Terrorist to Be Sentenced in N.Y.

IRS Audits of Millionaires on the Rise

Bin Laden Son Wants to Be Peace Activist

Cuba: No Talks With Bush

Chavez Worries U.S. Joint Chiefs Chairman

Kenya Opposition Vows Strikes, Boycotts

Obama Debuts New Act in Vegas

Campaigns Scramble for Votes in Nevada

Black Voters Generations Apart

Mich. Couple Bequeath $1.6M to Friends

Teen Attacks Burglar With Baseball Bat

Married a Third Time No Charm

Boomerang Comes Back After 25 Years

Family Survives Trip in Poisonous Car

Scientists Make Human Embryo Clones

Creation Museum Selling Mastodon Skull

William Flies Solo for the First Time

Lohan to Work in Morgue As Punishment

World Chess Champion Bobby Fischer Dies

This Day in History

The Nation's Weather

Gov. Blagojevich Applauds General Assembly for Approving Plan to Avert CTA Doomsday and Provide Free Public Transportation to Seniors

ALMH Names Sue Roberts December Employee of the Month

Paulson Predicts Quick Stimulus Plan

Directors Reach Deal With Studios

Stocks Set to Rebound From Huge Drop

Agricultural Futures Mixed on CBOT

Reminder: Logan County Humane Society Chili Fundraiser at LCHS on Saturday

New Holland-Middletown Honor Rolls

U.S. Abortions at Lowest Rate Since 1974

Brain Surgery Lets Woman Listen to Music

Location Changed for ISU Pep Rally

Cleveland State Stuns No. 12 Butler

Thursday's College Basketball

Suns Beat Lakers in West Showdown

James, Cavs Beat Spurs in Finals Rematch

Kleiza Scores 41 As Nuggets Beat Jazz

NBA Team Standings, Scores & Schedules

Kansas' Mangino Wins Bear Bryant Award

Postseason NFL Schedule

Selig Given 3-Year Contract Extension

FBI Looks Into Tejada Testimony

Teixeira, 21 Others Avoid Arbitration

Nash's 2 Goals Lift Blue Jackets to Win

Modano Scores Twice As Stars Top Sharks

NHL Team Standings, Scores & Schedules

Trahan Shares Lead at Hope Classic

Reaction Intense to Magazine Cover

Sharapova Wins After Struggle

Thursday, Jan. 17:

Low-Income Families in Illinois to Receive $29.1 Million in Energy Assistance
Candidates Forum Video Now Available

Child Killed in Fire at Chicago Day Care

Missing Adventurer's Wife Must Testify

Bill Seeks to Stop Widow's Deportation

Army May Move to 12-Month Tours Soon

O.J. Released From Jail on Doubled Bail

Court Overturns $1.5M Spanking Verdict

Time Warner Links Web Prices With Usage

Bush Allows Navy to Continue Sonar Use

U.S. to Pursue New Iran Sanctions

Hamas and Israel Trade Fire Over Gaza

Hostage Letters Recount Jungle Hell

Republicans Ponder Deadlocked Convention

Obama Seeks Pivotal Female Support

So, That's Where the Money Came From?

Fan Mistakenly Shreds Playoff Ticket

500-Pound NYPD Officer Loses Pension Bid

Underwear-Clad Man Chases Off Burglar

Twins Earn Matching Perfect ACT Scores

Fleeing Father Mystifies Police

You're a Packers Fan, Son ... Got It?

New Tree Species Found in Madagascar

Small Quake Reported at Mount St. Helens

Texas Is Biggest Carbon Polluter

That Was the Week That Was

Bulldog Back Among Most Popular in U.S.

This Day in History

The Nation's Weather

Candidates Forum Video Now Available

Governor's Statement on Mass Transit Committee Vote

Hundman Lumber: Something Old and Something New, a Perfect Fit for Lincoln
By Mike Fak

Bernanke Seems Open to Stimulus Package

Merrill Lynch Posts Steep 4Q Loss

Oil Profits Could Spark Some Backlash

Stocks Set to Rise; Bernanke Ahead

Agricultural Prices Settle Lower on CBOT

'Abraham Lincoln in Indiana' Talk on Monday
Logan County Genealogical and Historical Society Announces Officers

Gov. Blagojevich Announces Free College Prep Testing Program for High School Freshmen and Sophomores

Red, White & True Mysteries: History Isn't Always the Way You Remember It

African-American History Month Activities Scheduled at Presidential Library and Museum

Hot Spots Warn of Diabetic Foot Ulcers

FDA: Cold Medicines Too Risky for Tots

Feds Probe Slaughterhouse Illness Link

U.S. to Study Bizarre Medical Condition

Logan Lanes Bowling: Logan Lassies

LCC Women's Basketball Vs. Carlinville

Eldridge, Redbirds Sweep Shockers, Win Ninth Straight

Illini Follow Formula to Success
Illinois beats Michigan 75-57
By Jeff Mayfield

Knight in New Realm With 900th Win

No. 1 Tar Heels Hold Off Georgia Tech

Wednesday's College Basketball

Bulls Hand Heat 11th Straight Loss

Allen Helps Celtics Beat Blazers 100-90

NBA Team Standings, Scores & Schedules

Sparano Beginning of Dolphins' Shake Up

Postseason NFL Schedule

Selig Hopes to Decide Discipline Soon

WADA Criticizes Baseball on Drug Testing

Petrovic Tied at Top at Bob Hope Classic

Rookie Kane Leads Blackhawks Past Blues

NHL Team Standings, Scores & Schedules

Venus, Federer Win at Australian Open

Wednesday, Jan. 16:

City Discusses Present and Future Development
Economic Development Partnership Support Weighed
Council Puts in Weighty Night
Atlanta Named Certified Local Government for Historic Preservation Efforts
Recognition at Atlanta City Hall at 7 p.m.
Train Rams Bulldozer; Possible Prank
Caller Begged for Help As Tiger Attacked
O.J. Simpson Is Due in Court Today
ACLU: Sex in Restroom Stalls Is Private
Inflation Rate Is Worst in 17 Years
Guilty Plea Expected in Body Parts Case
Where to Find Free Tax Help
Bush Seeks to Answer Arab Skepticism
Faction Pulls Out of Israel Government
Female Suicide Bomber Kills 8 in Iraq
Taliban Threaten Restaurant Attacks
Castro Looks Frail, Alert in New Photos
Romney Wins Convincing Michigan Victory
Clinton and Obama Call Truce
Attention Shifts to S.C., Nevada
Woman Lauds Firefighters for Dog Rescue
Hmm. I Knew I Forgot Something...
Take a Closer Look. It's a Chimp, Dude
Hold On, Officer. Them's Oregon Plates
Suspected Robber Shoots Himself in Groin
Police, Amish at Odds Over Buggy Lights
Wis. Lawmakers Scrap Heated-Sidewalk Ban
Walking With Snake Lands Man in Jail
Satellite Launched From Ocean Platform
Matthew McConaughey Going to Be a Dad
This Day in History
The Nation's Weather
Airbus Lags Boeing in 2007 Orders
Grammys Seek Deal with Striking Writers
Saudi Arabia: Market Dictates Production
Stocks Set to Plunge on Intel Shortfall
Bull Market for Clones: Studs, Not Stock
Agricultural Futures Trade Mixed on CBOT
Oasis Update
West Lincoln-Broadwell 2nd-Quarter Honor Roll
Book Look: 'Snow Baby'
Against the Trend, U.S. Births Way Up
Logan Lanes Bowling:

Split 'n' Gutter League
Tuesday Super Trios

Pairings Announced for First LCHS Girls Basketball Tournament
Four ISU Basketball Games to Air on Comcast Spotlight
Tuesday's College Basketball
James Scores 51 in OT Win Over Grizzlies
76ers Rally to Beat Rockets 111-107
Cassell, Maggette Lead Clippers
Denver Forward Nene Had Tumor Removed
NBA Team Standings, Scores & Schedules
Sparano Arrives for 2nd Talk With Miami
Postseason NFL Schedule
More Work for Congress, Selig, Clemens
Congress Seeking Tejada Investigation
Heart Problem Killed Pitcher Joe Kennedy
Niedermayer Leads Ducks Past Stars 4-2
Plekanec, Huet Lead Canadiens Past Isles
NHL Team Standings, Scores & Schedules
Sharapova Ends Davenport's Australia Run
Kuerten Will Retire After French Open

Tuesday, Jan. 15:

Community Action Transportation Program Receives New Van
Gov. Blagojevich Alerts Illinoisans About the Risks of Tax Refund Anticipation Loans
Public Awareness Campaign Urges E-Filing to Obtain State Refunds in Days

Neighbors Help Ill. Farmer After Tornado

Search Deepens As Slain Marine Mourned

Transit Panel Urges Gas Tax Increase

3,200 Marines Prepare for Afghan Tour

FCC Asks Comcast About Internet Filter

Bush Wants OPEC Nations to Up Oil Output

Rice Extols Iraq Progress

Musharraf: Vote Disrupters Will Be Shot

Kenyan Rivals Take Dispute to Parliament

Kenya Feud Rooted in Old Tribal Tensions

Michigan Holds GOP Presidential Primary

Giuliani Says He's an Agent of Change

Sexism, Racism: Which Is More Taboo?

Obama Picking Up Support in Harlem

Vet Removes Arrow Shaft in Dog's Chest

Teen May Have to Pay for Wild Party

Va. Pol Pounces on Cat-Theft Inequality

Swiss Aim to Save National Sausage

Never, Never Spit Gasoline While Smoking

Water Buffalo Gores 4 in Vietnam

Dozens in Texas Town Report Seeing UFO

Tsunami Linked to Yellowstone Crater

Beetles May Wipe Out Colo. Lodgepoles

Report: Studios Cancel Writers' Contracts

Butler: No Sign Diana Was to Remarry

This Day in History

The Nation's Weather

Letter: Supports McIntosh to Unify State's Attorney's Office and Law Enforcement

44th District Weekly Update

ALMH Announces Employee of the Year

Citi Gets $12.5B Infusion, Posts 4Q Loss

Merrill Lynch to Get $6.6 Billion

Stocks Tilt Lower; Citigroup in Focus

Weekly Outlook: Corn and Soybean Prices

Agricultural Futures Trade Mixed on CBOT

General Assembly Scholarships Open

ZLS December Student of the Month

Mutterings: Happy New Year, Loyal LDN Sports Fans!
By Jeff Mayfield

G.T.'s 'Ten for Tuesday'
By Greg Taylor

LCC Volleyball Signs Player From Clay City

Undermanned Pitt Surprises Hoyas 69-60

Jayhawks Crush Oklahoma to Move to 17-0

Monday's College Basketball

Kobe Leads Lakers to OT Win Over Sonics

Wizards Hand Celtics a 2nd Straight Loss

Salmons, Martin Lead Kings Past Mavs

NBA Team Standings, Scores & Schedules

Postseason NFL Schedule

Cards, Blue Jays Swap Rolen and Glaus

Mitchell, Selig, Fehr Head to Congress

NHL Team Standings, Scores & Schedules

Venus Advances at the Australian Open

Monday, Jan. 14:

Chamber Awards and Accomplishments Featured at Banquet
Gov. Blagojevich Uses Amendatory Veto Authority to Provide Free Public Transportation to Seniors

Springfield Woman's House Ringed by Parking Lots

Witnesses See Marine Suspect on La. Bus

2nd Body Found in Search for 4 Ala. Kids

Report: 121 Veterans Linked to Killings

Deaths at 22 in Bald Eagle Mishap

North, Central Florida Fight Over Water

Joint Chiefs Chairman: Close Guantanamo

Recall Information

Bush Soaks in Dubai Culture in Mideast

Israel Won't Accept Nuke Weapons in Iran

Clinton, Obama Clash Over Race Issue

Congress Faces Economy, Election

Independents Help McCain in Michigan

Bank Robber Used Drywall Compound As Disguise

24-Foot Snake Staying at Columbus Zoo

Pa. Man Apologizes for Vulgar Check

Two Towns Feud Over Icebox Title

NASA Spacecraft to Fly by Mercury

With Nuclear Rebirth Come New Worries

Globes Scene Missing Magic and Meaning

Christina Aguilera Has Baby Boy

This Day in History

The Nation's Weather

Early Voting Begins Today

Some Grocery Coupons Go Digital

GM: No Spike in Car Loan Defaults

Survey: Average Gas Price Rises to $3.07

Dollar Falls Against Euro

India Seeks China Business Opportunities

China Makes New Anti-Inflation Move

Stocks Poised to Attempt a Rebound

Letter: Evidential Support and Encouragement to Pursue Re-Enactment of Abraham Lincoln Rally-Speech in Lincoln

Time Off Doesn't Mean Bad Timing
LCHS Speech Team Wins Again

ZLS November Student of the Month

Laura on Life: Scheduling a Shower

Lincoln Youth Wrestling Results

Preachers and Angels Fall to Saints

Eldridge Leads Redbirds to Eighth Straight in Win Over Evansville

Gordon, Hoosiers Hold on for 10th in Row

Saturday's College Basketball

Johnson, Hawks End Skid Against Bulls

Rookie Noah Benched by Bulls Teammates

Kobe, Lakers Edge Grizzlies 100-99

Warriors Rally Past Pacers

NBA Team Standings, Scores & Schedules

Giants Beat Cowboys, Head to Green Bay

Chargers Stun Colts, Make Date With Pats

Postseason NFL Schedule

Rocket Won't Commit to House Deposition

Sharp Leads Blackhawks Past Predators

Ducks Rally Late to Beat Sharks in OT

NHL Team Standings, Scores & Schedules

Serena Opens Title Defense With a Win

K.J. Choi Holds on to Win Sony Open

Saturday, Jan. 12:

County Clerk Announces Voter Registration Period Extended
Abraham Lincoln Association Celebrates 100 Years With an Expanded Two-Day Lincoln's Birthday Event
The Lincoln Log

Mom Confesses She Killed Autistic Child

Gov. Blagojevich Steps Up Attack on Human Trafficking and Urges Support for Nationwide Day of Human Trafficking Awareness

Pregnant Marine's Grave Apparently Found

New ID Rules May Complicate Air Travel

Ark. TV Station Tower Falls, 1 Injured

O.J. Simpson Jailed on Bail Violation

Bush: No Decision on Iraq Troop Levels

Iraqi Lawmakers Pass Pro-Baath Party Law

Congress Uses Olympics to Focus on China

Huckabee, Thompson Drop Gloves

Edwards Calls S.C. Primary Unpredictable

Small Crowd Greets Romney in Michigan

Today on the Presidential Campaign Trail

Play of the Day: Clinton Gets Proposal

Twins Unwittingly Got Married in Britain

Chicken Doo Doo Mucks Up Iowa Road

'Priest' With 7.7 Lbs of Coke Arrested

Astronomers Describe Violent Universe

Naomi Campbell Meets Argentine President

The Nation's Weather

Court News

Marriages

Dissolutions

Disney CEO Got $27.7M in 2007

Gold Hits Record $900 an Ounce

The Pitfalls of China's Rough Capitalism

Stocks Slammed by Bad Credit Fears

Agricultural Futures Fall on CBOT

Home Country: Helping the Hopelessly Accident-Prone

EU Report Says Cloned Food Probably Safe

Man in Anti-Smoking Ads Still Smokes

YMCA Tackles America's Health Crisis

Class 1A State Volleyball Champions, the Lady Hilltoppers From Mount Pulaski Were Recently Honored by the Logan County Board

LCHS Varsity Basketball Girls to Host Tournament

Friday's College Basketball

Bulls Claim 100-97 Victory Over 76ers

Celtics Beat Nets 86-77 for 30th Win

Kobe's 37 Leads Lakers Over Bucks

NBA Calls for Do-Over in Hawks-Heat Game

NBA Team Standings, Scores & Schedules

Postseason NFL Schedule

MLB Starts Drug Use Investigative Branch

Astros Haven't Discussed Clemens

Harding, Gaborik Lead Wild Over Hawks

NHL Team Standings, Scores & Schedules

Serena, Maria Fit for Australian Open

Late Birdies Propel Choi to Sony Lead

Marion Jones Gets 6 Months in Prison

Friday, Jan. 11:

City Examines Assistant Chief Selection Process, Adopts New Policy
Illinoisans Experience Springlike Weather in January
New Security Rules for Driver's Licenses
Father Denies He Dropped 4 Off Bridge
Mother Charged in 4 D.C. Girls' Deaths
Man Kills 2, Jumps From Bridge to Death
Missing S.C. Boater Says He Staged Death
Commanders Tout Success of Iraq Strikes
Bush: U.S. Should Have Bombed Auschwitz
Edmund Hillary, First Atop Everest, Dies
Hillary Stood for Adventure
Dems Eye Tax Rebates to Stimulate Economy
Every Republican for Himself at Debate
Obama, Clinton Go for Black Vote in S.C.
Alton Flower Shop Owner Accused of Growing Pot
Old Passbook Is No Ticket to Riches
Couple Find Nearly $12K in 'Cold Cash'
Would-Be Jurors Rounded Up on Sidewalk
Man Allegedly Sets Cash on Fire Near Dad
Mannequin Stolen From Wash. Police Car
Boy, Oh Boy, Oh Boy...
Hmmmm. Did I Leave the Water Running?
No Big Bang: Asteroid Will Miss Mars
Man Sentenced in Cruise Extortion Attempt
This Day in History
The Nation's Weather
Sen. Bill Brady Seeks Re-Election
Bank of America to buy Countrywide Financial
Fed Ready to Cut Interest Rates Again
Wall Street Tilts to Lower Open
Emden Farmer Wins 2008 Florida State Auctioneer Championship
McLean Native Calls Florida and Illinois Home
Agricultural Futures End Lower on CBOT
Reminder: Enhanced ACT Review Class Offered in Lincoln
Proteins Found That AIDS Virus Preys On
Pharmacists Decry Medicare Drug Payments
Logan Lanes: Major Super Trios
Illinois State 74, Northern Iowa 53
No. 4 Washington State Beats USC
Thursday's College Basketball
Wallace Leads Pistons Past Spurs
Okur, Jazz Beat Short-Handed Suns
Salmons, Kings Edge Grizzlies
NBA Team Standings, Scores & Schedules
Illinois' Mendenhall to Enter NFL Draft
Packers' Favre Leaning Toward Returning
Postseason NFL Schedule
Spots Still Open for Upcoming Redbird Baseball Winter Camps
Clemens' Accuser Meets With Prosecutors
Mitchell Says No to Releasing Evidence
Kings Cruise Past Maple Leafs 5-2
NHL Team Standings, Scores & Schedules
Henin Wins Sydney Final Over Kuznetsova
Choi's 64 Gives Him Sony Open Lead
Disgraced Olympian Jones to Be Sentenced
Skating Champion Bowman Found Dead

Thursday, Jan. 10:

Hear it Here: State's Attorney, County Board, Circuit Clerk and 18th District Congressional Candidate Positions, Questions and Answers

Candidate Forum Audio (MP3)

Absentee Voting in Person or by Mail Opens
Small Stream Advisory Issued
Minor Flooding Along Kickapoo Creek
Governor's Statement on Saviano Bill Passage

$20M Settlement OK'd for Chicago Torture

Bodies of 4 Youths Found in D.C. Home

Air Controllers Say Staffing Too Short

4 Kids Believed Thrown From Ala. Bridge

Work to Begin in Spring on MLK Memorial

Warming Forces Iditarod Changes

Bush Predicts Mideast Treaty Completion

U.S. Launches Airstrike South of Baghdad

Richardson to End 2008 Presidential Bid

Campaign Roundup: Clinton, Obama Dig in for Long Fight

Tiger Attacks Stray Dog at Memphis Zoo

Man's Death Goes Unnoticed in Sydney

Swedes to Use Body Heat to Warm Offices

Man Cuts Off, Microwaves His Own Hand

Diligent Cop Spots Missing 'Ice'

Crew Find 8 Baby Mice Aboard Airplane

Glowing Pig Passes Genes to Piglets

Asteroid Impact on Mars Said Less Likely

The Nation's Weather

Nathan Turner to Run for County Board

India's Tata Motors Unveils $2,500 Car

Retailers Had Weak Sales in December

GM: China Vehicle Sales Rise 19 Percent

Toyota in Tight Race for No. 1 With GM

Credit Worries Send Stocks Futures Down

Agricultural Prices Slip on CBOT

January Calendar for St. Peter Lutheran Church, Emden

Red, White & True Mysteries: Poet Robber in Old West Was Feared by All

Study: Rare Gene Change Linked to Autism

Millions of Young Abusing Cough Medicine

Logan Lanes Bowling: Tuesday Super Trios

Redbirds Host UNI, Visit Bradley This Weekend

Krzyzewski Climbs Win List As Duke Wins

Wednesday's College Basketball

Richardson Leads Bobcats Past Celtics

Mavs Hand Pistons Second Straight Loss

NBA Team Standings, Scores & Schedules

Postseason NFL Schedule

House Panel Postpones Clemens Hearing

Gossage Can See Why Some Use Steroids

Federer, Henin Top Seeds in Australia

Looking for an Encore

Barnes Helps Stars Past Blackhawks 3-1

NHL Team Standings, Scores & Schedules

Wednesday, Jan. 9:

Candidates Present at Eye-Opener Forum Coffee
Gov. Blagojevich Urges President Bush to Restore Funding to Fermilab, Argonne National Laboratory

Man Free After '87 Conviction Thrown Out

3 Dead in Ind. Floods, 1 in Ark. Tornado

Dairy Linked to 3 Deaths, Miscarriage

Man Clings to Capsized Boat for 14 Hours

Soldier: Policy on Gays May Be Shifting

Iranian TV: Pentagon Video, Audio Fake

Rockets Hit Israel Before Bush Arrival

Bhutto's Death Stokes Regional Rivalry

Boy Scout 'Hero' in Saving Maldives Prez

Kenyan Opposition Fury Grows

Primary Roundup: Clinton, McCain Look Ahead After N.H. Wins

Mom Sells Rule-Breaking Son's Car

Aussie Teen Blames Pot for Animal Thefts

Bill Would Ban Swearing in Bars

Mailing Cow's Head to Wife's Lover? No!

Cat Blamed for Idaho Blackout

Pair Wheel Corpse to Store to Cash Check

Man With Knives in Pants Stabs Himself

People's Choice Awards Get Around Strike

Oops, Now Britney's Lost Her Car

Inner Clock May Lead Monarch Butterflies

Study: Prairie Grass Can Produce Ethanol

The Nation's Weather

Presidential Preference General Primary Election Notice

Forum Position Statement: Jan Schumacher, Logan County Board Candidate for District 2

Bomke Sponsors Open Primary Legislation

Lending a Helping Hand

Gold Prices Hit Record High Above $880

Stock Futures Higher After Big Sell-Off

Pricing Decision Aid

Agricultural Futures Up on CBOT

Oasis Update

Book Look: 'Raising Baby Green'

Healthy Habits Can Mean 14 Extra Years

Logan Lanes Bowling: Logan Lassies

LCHS Basketball Tournament Schedule

LCC Angels Vs. Principia

Redbirds Hold on for Win Over UNI, Stay Perfect in Valley Play

Tuesday's College Basketball

Curry, Knicks Rally to End 7-Game Slide against Bulls

Fisher, Lakers Easily Handle Grizzlies

Kings Hold Off Magic, 104-100

Jazz Hand Pacers Worst Loss of Season

NBA Team Standings, Scores & Schedules

Joe Gibbs Steps Down As Redskins Coach

Jaguars' Taylor Gets First Pro Bowl Trip

Postseason NFL Schedule

Tanner: 'Gossage My Marilyn Monroe'

Lawyer Asks Congress to Get McNamee Tape

Latendresse Scores in OT for Canadiens against Blackhawks

Crosby and 3 Wings Top All-Star Lineups

Tuesday, Jan. 8:

Flooding a Threat After Heavy Rains Dump on Area
Lightning Takes Out Radar at Lincoln

Flood Warning

City Holding Cy Pres Check
Flood Warning
Gov. Blagojevich Invites Commuters to Make Their Voices Heard by Writing or Recording Their Concerns About the Impact of a Transit Doomsday

Rare Winter Tornadoes Rake Midwest
Hiker's Body Found in Georgia Woods
Drug Spending Raises U.S. Health Care Tab
Freed From Death Row, Richey to Go Home
Tiger Victims' Lawyer Rips City, Zoo
Obama Phones Kenya's Opposition Leader
Pentagon Says Ships Harassed by Iran
Major Joint U.S.-Iraqi Operation Begins
Obama, McCain Get Early Votes
Huckabee Makes Appearance on 'Late Show'
Boy Glues Hand to Bed to Avoid School
Con Man Robs Hotel Guests, Runs Up Tab
Dog Saves Boy From Fire by Biting Foot
Rapper's Name Change Quite an Experience
Dr. Phil Criticized for Britney Brouhaha
Golden Globes Reduced to News Conference
Author Sues Seinfelds Over Cookbook
Blue Diamond Glows Red
The Nation's Weather
Starbucks Replaces CEO With Chairman
Wall Street Tips to Higher Open
Weekly Outlook: Poor 2008 Pork Outlook
Agricultural Prices Fall on CBOT
Volunteer Restores Ice-Damaged Poles
Laura on Life: Beyond My Control
January Is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month
Study: Anxiety May Be Bad for Your Heart
Girls Who Feel Unpopular May Gain Weight
Snoring? It Could Be Sleep Apnea
G.T.'s 'Ten for Tuesday'
By Greg Taylor
Logan Lanes Bowling:
- American Bowling League
- Rise 'n' Shine
- Split 'n' Gutter
Premier Junior High School Girls All Star Game
Women's Basketball: UConn Unanimous No. 1
Monday's College Basketball
Suns Hit 20 3-Pointers to Crush Nuggets
Jackson, Warriors Outlast Spurs in OT
NBA Team Standings, Scores & Schedules
LSU Sends Ohio State to Another BCS Loss
2-Loss LSU Climbs Atop Final AP Rankings
Drug Program May Reduce Vick's Sentence
Sanders Takes Defensive Player Honors
Postseason NFL Schedule
Clemens Emotional at News Conference

Monday, Jan. 7:

Authorities Find Grisly Scene in Texas
Court Will Hear Lethal Injection Case
Returning Residents Face Floods in Nev.
Southern States Could Gain House Seats
Comcast: Cable to Standardize Technology
Recall Information
Bombings Kill at Least 11 in Baghdad
Opposition Leader Cancels Kenya Rallies
Georgian President Elected Amid Protests
Campaign Roundup: Candidates Scramble Before N.H. Primary
Huckabee's History of Political Antics
Clinton, Obama Clash in Personal Terms
SpongeBob Snowmen Melt As Illinois Warms
Disney World Restaurant Bans Children
Another Score for NYC's 'Ninja Bandit'?
Chicken Bones Lead to Burglary Suspect
Jack Black and Wife Expecting Another Baby
Ice Pioneer Eyes Farthest Glaciers
This Day in History
The Nation's Weather
Letter: Support for Schumacher
GM Envisions Driverless Cars on Horizon
Gates Pushes Idea of Windows Everywhere
China Sees Progress in Quality Drive
Wall Street Heads to Higher Open
Farmdoc Site Scores
Logan County Board Recognizes Students for Community Involvement
Illinois Arts Council Calls for Arts-In-Education Residency Applications
Writers to Meet
Historian Paul Gleason to Speak on 'Abraham Lincoln in Indiana'
Chautauqua Songwriters to Perform at Lincoln's New Salem on Saturday
Experts Change Advice on Kids' Allergies
China Offers Unproven Medical Treatments
Westminster Bluejays Defeat Lincoln Christian Preachers and Angels
Women: Redbirds Beat Southern Illinois in Thrilling Fashion
Men: ISU 56, SIU 47
Last-Second 3 Leaves No. 1 UNC Unbeaten
Saturday's College Basketball
Wallace's Free Throw Key in Bulls' Win
Bryant, Bynum Lead Lakers
Iverson Lifts Nuggets, Tops Former Mates
NBA Team Standings, Scores & Schedules
Buckeyes, Tigers Set for BCS Title Game
Tulsa Crushes Bowling Green in GMAC Bowl
Chargers Rally Late to Beat Titans 17-6
Giants' Road Show Surges Past Bucs 24-14
Postseason NFL Schedule
Clemens Sues McNamee
Chopra Starts Year With a Win
Youzhny Upsets No. 2 Nadal in Chennai

Saturday, Jan. 5:

U.S. Prepares to Change Aerial Signal for Television From Analog to Digital
More Than 100 Retailers Certified to Participate in TV Converter Box Coupon Program for Digital Television Transition

Town to Defend Suspected Former Officer

Monster Storm Sweeps Through California

Airline to Test Anti-Missile System

U.S.: Iraqi Soldier Kills 2 U.S. Troops

U.S. Rejects North Korea's Claims on List

Kenya Ready to Form Unity Government

Jerusalem Readies for Bush's Arrival

Al-Qaida Uses Women As Suicide Attackers

Campaign Roundup: New '08 Front-Runners Face Criticism

Hillary Clinton Leans on 'Relic' Bill

Analysis: Will Huckabee Gaffes Hurt Him?

Obama Evokes McCain to Win New Hampshire

Chicago Woman, 114, Registers to Vote

Man Accused of Making Bike Trail Holes

'Subprime' Is Linguists' Word of Year

Burglar Demands Ransom, Forgets Details

Man, 85, Clocked at 100 Mph in Snow, Ice

Woman, Dog Get Stranded in Canoe on Pond

Goldie Hawn Unhappy With Paparazzi

Mom Apologizes for Hannah Montana Essay

Baby Mammoth Could Shed Light on Warming

NOAA Confirms Start of New Sunspot Cycle

This Day in History

The Nation's Weather

Registration Notice for the Feb. 5 General Primary Election

Letter: Vote for Change in State's Attorney

Marriages

Dissolutions

(No court reports)

Free Light Bulbs Available at Rep. Mitchell's Office

Sen. Bill Brady's Weekly Update

Investors May See Dividends Disappear

Program Allows Mexican Trucks in U.S.

Retail Sector Hit Hard by Job Cuts

Wheat, Soybeans Lower on CBOT

Park District Notes: Get the New Year Off to a Healthy Start

Blood Drive at Lincoln Masonic Center on Monday

Lincoln AMVETS Ladies Auxiliary Reports

Reminder: Enhanced ACT Review Class Offered in Lincoln

Home Country: Some People You Just Can't Please, So...

'Map This!' -- New Exhibition at the Chicago Architecture Foundation

Logan Lanes Bowling: Major Super Trios

Illini Basketball Reunion This Weekend
1998 Big Ten Champions to be Honored Sunday at Penn State Game

Friday's College Basketball

Bynum Leads Lakers Past Sixers

Pistons Top Raptors, Win 11th Straight

Hornets Stay Hot on Road; Top Warriors

NBA Team Standings, Scores & Schedules

Willis Wins Top NFL Defensive Rookie

Clemens Asked to Testify to Congress

Canadians Taking Over in Hawaii

U.S. Defeats Serbia to Win 5th Hopman Cup

Terror Threats Cancel Dakar Rally

Friday, Jan. 4:

Gov. Blagojevich Takes Action to Give Schools a $560 Million Increase
Amendatory Veto Gives School Districts Immediate Reimbursement for Special Education Staff and Provides Illinois State Police a Cap Extension to Keep Troopers on the Front Lines
Ex-Cop Gets 25 Years in Drug Case
Flurries in Florida, but No Crop Damage
Man Walks Free 17 Years After Conviction
N.J. Nears Undermining Electoral College
IRS Gives Taxpayers Control Over Privacy
Jobless Rate Hits 5 Percent, 2-Year High
Rice Holds Talks With Libyan
Kenya Opposition Calls for New Vote
North Korea Still Hopes for Nuclear Deal
British Team Joins Pakistan Bhutto Probe
Obama, Huckabee Sweep to Iowa Victories
Today on the Presidential Campaign Trail
Man Awake, Talking After 47-Floor Fall
2 Women Stuck in Elevator for 2 Days
Woman's Lost Pug Given As Christmas Gift
NYC Couch Potato Contest Lasts 29 Hours
Woman May Move After Car Hits Home Again
Armed Store Customer Foils Armed Holdup
Seniors Protest Funeral Home Near Center
Man Using GPS Drives in Front of Train
Union, NBC Spar Over Leno Monologues
Tenor: Pavarotti Can't Be Replaced
Extradition Sought in DiCaprio Attack
Microsoft Bigwigs Donate to Telescope
This Day in History
The Nation's Weather
Meet the Candidates Forum Set for Wednesday
Iowa Voters: Change Over Experience
Wrong Advice Could Be Security Threat
Boeing Orders Top 1,400 in 2007
Oil Prices Fall Below $99
Stock Futures Rise Ahead of Jobs Report
Agricultural Futures Rise on CBOT
Ouch! Cervical Cancer Shots Painful
Women's Basketball: Redbirds Beat Evansville in Valley Opener
Shipp Leads No. 5 UCLA to 76-67 Victory
Thursday's College Basketball
NBA Roundup: Jack, Roy Lead Blazers over Bulls
Stoudemire, Suns Overcome Sonics 104-96
NBA Team Standings, Scores & Schedules
Jayhawks' D Stuns Hokies in Orange Bowl
Dolphins Fire Cameron After 1-15 Season
A's Deal OF Nick Swisher to White Sox
Clemens: Injections Were Lidocaine, B-12
Watney Leads Season-Opening PGA Event

Thursday, Jan. 3:

City Council Approves Parking Violation Fine Increases
Increases and Enforcement Hoped to Help Downtown Merchants
ALMH Welcomes the First Baby of 2008
DNA Test Expected to Free Texas Inmate
Finder Hopes to Sell '71 Hijacking Cash
Citrus Growers Shiver As Cold Lingers
Opposition Urges Musharraf to Step Down
Kenyan Official Calls for Vote Probe
China Limits Providers of Internet Video
U.S. Skeptical of North Korean Pledge
Iowa Turnout Crucial to Success
Couple Hits Bigger Lottery Than Thought
Pa. Couple Has 1st Baby for 2nd Year
Attorney Installs Shark Tank in Office
Wis. Town Holds Annual 'Toilet Bowl'
'Hearty Eater' Claims Buffet Banned Him
Wisconsin Seeks a Less Cheesy Image
Minnelli to Perform Again After Collapse
That Was the Week That Was
Nature and Man Jointly Cook Arctic
This Day in History
The Nation's Weather
$100 Oil May Pinch but Not Faze Consumer
Fed Fears Worsening Credit Market
FAA: Atlanta Airport Is Nation's Busiest
Netflix to Deliver Movies Directly to TV
Feds Offer a Modest Buyout Plan in Miss.
Stock Futures Point to Further Decline
Agricultural Futures Higher on CBOT
Red, White & True Mysteries: Doctor Muddied Up His Name for His Role in Aiding Murderer
Jolt Delayed in Third of Cardiac Arrests
Women's Basketball: Redbirds Open 2008, MVC Schedule on the Road This Weekend
No. 13 Pitt Overcomes Lafayette's 17 3s
Wednesday's College Basketball
Bulls Continue Strong Play, Beat Bobcats
James Scores 32 in 2nd Half to Lift Cavs
KG Carries Celtics to 7th Straight Win
Hamilton, Pistons Win 10th Straight
Kings Overcome Injuries to Beat Knicks
NBA Team Standings, Scores & Schedules
Fiesta Bowl: West Virginia Wins Without Rodriguez
Torre Won't Pick Sides in Clemens Drama

Wednesday, Jan. 2:

Old Year Ends and New Year Starts With Severe Weather Conditions

Responders Issue in New Year Rescuing Travelers and Blocking Fuel Spill

Vehicle Rams Pole, Knocking Out Power

Illinois Is Now Smoke-Free
Smoke-Free Illinois Act Bans Smoking in Public Places
Began Statewide Jan. 1

Illinois Enacts New Public Smoking Ban
Cops: Dad Killed 3 Over Woman's Marriage
FBI Makes New Bid to Find 1971 Skyjacker
Military Use of Unmanned Aircraft Soars
Death Toll in Iraq Bombing Rises to 36
Pressure Mounts With 275 Killed in Kenya
Pakistan Election Delayed Until Feb. 18
French Smoking Ban in Full Force
Iraq Policy Losses Cloud Pelosi's Year
Candidates Urge Voter Turnout in Iowa
Memorable Moments From Campaign Trail
Play of the Day: It's a Family Affair
Snake Saved After Eating Golf Balls
Woman Tries to Use Pen in Failed Robbery
Wedding Gown Gets a Second Chance
Alleged Bank Robber Doesn't Notice Cop
Fast-Food Worker Returns $185,000 Check
Slump Forces Md. Family to Raffle Home
Men Shoot Themselves in Tattoo Attempt
Couch Potato Contest Beings in NYC
Swimmers Take New Year's Day Dip in NYC
Pharmacy Burglar Foiled by Dense Fog
Woman in Burning Truck Keeps Driving
Diners Find Rare Pearl in Plate of Clams
Man Stuck Upside Down in Septic Tank
Letterman, Leno Return Tonight
Volcano Erupts in Southern Chile
This Day in History
The Nation's Weather
Gov. Blagojevich Announces New Requirements for Teenage Drivers, Tough New Penalties for Drinking and Driving
Some Dog Owners Splurge on Washes
2008 Could See Volatility of 2007
Dollar Down Vs. Euro, Up Against Pound
U.S. Stock Futures Signal Higher Open
Oasis Update
Doctors Target Germs' Ability to Cluster
Copper, Silver Tested as Germ Wards
Researchers Work on Cocaine Vaccine
UVa Tests Viagra-Like Drug for Women
Women's Basketball: ISU 78, NIU 54
Unsung Razorbacks Enter Top 25
NBA Team Standings, Scores & Schedules
USC Trounces Illinois 49-17 in Rose Bowl
Georgia Routs Hawaii 41-10 at Sugar Bowl
Temple Routs Hogs 38-7 in Cotton Bowl
Tennessee Tops Wisconsin in Outback Bowl
No. 19 Clemson Rolls Over Alabama 87-61
Bowl Roundup: Georgia, USC Post BCS Blowouts
NFL Team Standings, Scores & Schedules
A Long Journey for Boo