Panetta cites key intelligence on bin Laden rJan 27, 2012 | 7:00 pmDefense Secretary Leon Panetta is acknowledging publicly for the first time that a Pakistani doctor provided key information to the U.S.
Mistrial for officer in Katrina shootings proJan 27, 2012 | 6:30 pmA federal judge has declared a mistrial in the case against a retired police sergeant charged with helping cover up deadly shootings on a New Orleans bridge after Hurricane Katrina.
Doctor convicted in Jackson death seeks releaJan 27, 2012 | 4:30 pmThe doctor convicted of involuntary manslaughter in Michael Jackson's death is asking a judge to release him from jail pending his appeal.
Hundreds of prison employees get layoff noticJan 27, 2012 | 4:30 pmCalifornia prison officials have sent layoff notices to 545 employees, including 140 guards, as the inmate population declines to comply with a federal court order.
Mayor Bloomberg: no NYC parade for Iraq War vJan 27, 2012 | 4:00 pmMayor Michael Bloomberg says there will be no New York City parade for Iraq War veterans in the foreseeable future because of objections voiced by military officials.
Arcing power lines caused big fire in Reno NoJan 27, 2012 | 3:30 pmReno fire investigators have confirmed arcing power lines caused the wind-blown blaze that destroyed dozens of homes on the southwest side of town in November.
Barefoot Bandit learns his fateJan 27, 2012 | 2:00 pmA federal judge has sentenced Colton Harris-Moore?to 6 1/2 years in prison for his two-year, international crime spree.?.
US gov't to extend and expand foreclosure proJan 27, 2012 | 12:30 pmThe Obama administration is expanding its signature foreclosure-prevention program to try to help those with heavy debt loads avoid losing their homes.
Obama decries rising cost of college educatioJan 27, 2012 | 12:30 pmPresident Barack Obama says colleges and universities must be held accountable for the rising cost of higher education.
Ford Crashes into Vacant Cathedral City BuildJan 27, 2012 | 6:00 pm
A woman crashed into a vacant Cathedral City building Friday, according to police.The accident happened?on?the 69100 block of Ramon Road, around 2 p.
Event Participants Prepare for Another Round Jan 27, 2012 | 6:00 pm
With so many big events taking place?around the Coachella Valley this weekend, both organizers and participants are considering the possibility for another round of strong winds.Last weekend, winds?up to 90 miles per hour?caused severe damage?and?cancelled many events, like the Humana Challenge golf tournament.
Car Slams into Motorcycle in Cathedral CityJan 27, 2012 | 5:00 pm
A driver of a car that slammed into a motorcycle, sending the person to the hospital with major injuries, may have made an illegal turn, according to police.The accident happened Thursday around 5:24 p.
Shelter Animals May be Put Down SoonerJan 27, 2012 | 4:30 pm
They sit locked up in shelters, dogs and cats waiting for someone to take them home.?But time to wait might now be a luxury the state can no longer afford, at least that is the Governor's position.
Man Arrested for Allegedly Striking ChihuahuaJan 27, 2012 | 3:00 pm
A Menifee man suspected of beating a neighbor's Chihuahua with a golf club was released from jail Friday on $5,000 bail.Larry Edward Jaurequi, 58, was booked Thursday afternoon on suspicion of felony animal cruelty for allegedly striking the six-pound dog so hard that he "sent the animal flying through the air," said Riverside County sheriff's Sergio Rodriguez.
California Passes New Auto Emission RulesJan 27, 2012 | 2:30 pm
California air regulators have unanimously passed sweeping auto emission standards that include a mandate to have 1.4 million electric and hybrid vehicles on state roads by 2025.
Palm Springs Man Charged With MurderJan 27, 2012 | 1:30 pm
A Palm Springs man suspected of killing a man whose body was found in the unincorporated county area of Sky Valley was charged with murder Friday.Jason William Brokken, 45, was arrested Monday in connection with the death of 74-year-old Palm Springs resident Kenneth R.
Southwest Arts Festival Kicks Off Three Days Jan 27, 2012 | 12:30 pm
A three day festival, where?the work of 250 artists from around the country will be showcased, kicked off Friday.The 26th annual Southwest Arts Festival will be held Friday, Saturday and Sunday at?the Empire Polo Club,?81-800 Avenue 51, in Indio.
Valley Braces for Another Round of WindJan 27, 2012 | 11:30 am
A high wind warning went into effect Friday in Riverside County, where forecasters are expecting winds of between 25 and 35 mph and gusts to 60 mph. The warning issued by the National Weather Service went into effect at 6 a.
Palm Desert Man Arrested for Suspected DUI CrJan 27, 2012 | 11:00 am
A Palm Desert man was arrested on suspicion of drunk driving after a crash Thursday night in Rancho Mirage, sheriff's officials said.Aaron Kashola, 26, of Palm Desert, was driving a Chrysler 300 when he hit a Lexus SUV around 11 p.
Venezuela to shun World Bank arbitration deciJan 27, 2012 | 5:00 pm
CARACAS, Venezuela (AP) ? Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez says his government will ignore future decisions by a World Bank-affiliated arbitration body.Venezuela formally began its withdrawal from the Washington-based International Center for Settlement of Investment Disputes this week.
Haiti president now says no pardon for DuvaliJan 27, 2012 | 3:30 pm
PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (AP) ? Haiti's president is backing away from a possible pardon for former dictator Jean-Claude Duvalier. President Michel Martelly says he will let justice run its course in the case of the man known as "Baby Doc.
Hillary Clinton to visit Europe next weekJan 27, 2012 | 12:30 pm
WASHINGTON (AP) ? Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton will make a short trip to Europe next week, making her sixth visit to Germany and first to Bulgaria as America's top diplomat.The State Department said on Friday that Clinton will go to Munich on February 3 to participate in the annual Munich Security Conference and meet with various other foreign ministers and senior officials who are attending.
Karzai want troops out of AfghanistanJan 27, 2012 | 10:00 am
PARIS (AP) ? President Nicolas Sarkozy says France and Afghan President Hamid Karzai will ask NATO to hand over all combat mission in Afghanistan to Afghan troops in 2013 ? a year earlier than planned.Sarkozy also says France has informed President Barack Obama of the plans, and will present the plan at a meeting of NATO defense ministers early next month.
Pakistani family wants justice in CIA killingJan 27, 2012 | 9:30 am
ISLAMABAD (AP) ? One year after a CIA contractor shot to death two Pakistanis, relatives of the victims are living off generous compensation they received in a deal that led authorities to free the American.But the family of the man killed by an U.
Dutch move step closer to banning burqaJan 27, 2012 | 9:30 am
THE HAGUE, Netherlands (AP) ? The Dutch Cabinet moved a step closer Friday to banning the burqa, making good on an election promise that is largely symbolic but has broad public support. Deputy Prime Minister Maxime Verhagen said the Cabinet agreed on plans to ban the head-to-toe Islamic gown along with other forms of face-covering clothing including ski masks.
Russian investigators probe election violatioJan 27, 2012 | 9:30 am
MOSCOW (AP) ? Russia's top investigator says his agency is investigating a few dozen alleged electoral violations, even though opposition parties and election monitors have said they numbered thousands.? Claims that last month's parliamentary vote was manipulated to allow Prime Minister Vladimir Putin's party to retain its majority in parliament sparked Russia's largest anti-government protests in two decades.
Moore was having convulsionsJan 27, 2012 | 11:30 amDemi Moore was having convulsions at her Los Angeles home on Monday night, according to an edited version of the 911 call placed by her friend.
Seal talks about split with KlumJan 27, 2012 | 11:30 amSeal says he and?his now-estranged wife Heidi Klum never?considered staying together for the sake of their kids?because they don't think that's a healthy way of living.
Delpy hospitalizedJan 27, 2012 | 11:30 amFrench actress and director Julie Delpy was forced to skip her new movie's post-screening discussion at the Sundance Film Festival on Wednesday because of a migraine.
Neeson to quit action moviesJan 27, 2012 | 11:30 amLiam Neeson is planning to quit action movies next year because an agonizing knee condition makes it painful for him to perform his own stunts.
Franco's college show upsets studentsJan 27, 2012 | 11:30 amJames Franco has upset students at USC with his new Internet reality show that features the wild side of college life in Los Angeles.
Norton lands top theater prizeJan 27, 2012 | 10:00 amActor Edward Norton will be honored for his contribution to theater at a gala in New York.
Parker to replace Moore in movieJan 27, 2012 | 10:00 amMary-Louise Parker has reportedly replaced Demi Moore in the upcoming Linda Lovelace biopic after the Ghost star quit the project to battle health issues.
Kardashian gets new TV roleJan 27, 2012 | 10:00 amKim Kardashian is swapping reality TV for a recurring role in the hit comedy Drop Dead Diva.
Cyrus criticized for 'digusting' behaviorJan 27, 2012 | 6:00 amMiley Cyrus?has come under fire from a conservative group after she was photographed posing suggestively with a phallic birthday cake.
