UNC-Asheville rallies for 81-78 win over Western Carolina. Reid Augst scored 18 and John Williams added 17 in North Carolina-Asheville's 81-78 win over Western Carolina on Wednesday.
Blagojevich's Senate pick asks Ill. Supreme Court to force official to certify appointment. U.S. Senate appointee Roland Burris has asked a court to force Secretary of State Jesse White to certify his appointment to President-elect Barack Obama's old Senate seat.
Israel sent more troops to the Gaza border Wednesday, rapidly moving forward with preparations for a possible ground offensive as the next stage of its military assault on the coastal territory's Hamas rulers.
Boldin practices, says there's no way he will miss playoffs. Anquan Boldin didn't let a facial fracture keep him on the sideline for long.
Stocks that moved substantially or traded heavily Wednesday on the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq Stock Market:
General Motors, Eli Lilly, Dell, Amerigroup are among big market movers Wednesday. Stocks that moved substantially or traded heavily Wednesday on the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq Stock Market:
Madoff tells SEC where his money is, but investors may have to wait for any details. Bernard Madoff gave the Securities and Exchange Commission a list of his personal assets Wednesday, but investors may have to wait to learn whether the filing contained any clues as to the whereabouts of their missing billions.
Saban: Smith could play again for 'Bama; NCAA deems case internal matter. Alabama coach Nick Saban hasn't ruled out the possibility of All-America left tackle Andre Smith returning for his senior season.
With Broncos in need of a comeback, Elway's name keeps surfacing for front-office job. The Denver Broncos are a team in need of a comeback. No surprise, then, that John Elway's name keeps popping up.
Hanke scores 17 to lead Providence in 75-54 win over St. John's. Randall Hanke scored a season-high 17 points and Providence shook off a slow start to beat St. John's 75-54 on Wednesday.
No longer embarrassed by Falcons, Arthur Blank is delighted with his hires. Falcons owner Arthur Blank couldn't wait for the 2007 season to end.
Caution light caused Marine Corps pilot killed in NC jet crash try to return to base. The military says a Marine pilot killed in a crash this week began having problems shortly after takeoff, prompting him to try to return to his North Carolina base.
Health care stocks are typically seen as a hedge against financial downturns, but medical device shares declined steeply in 2008 as broader economic worries exacerbated declines linked to product safety concerns.
Clark's 21, two second-half runs lead Duquesne past Bowling Green 76-65. Bill Clark scored 21 points and led a 9-0 run that gave Duquesne the lead for good midway through the second half of a 76-65 victory over Bowling Green on Wednesday.
Jon Diebler's career-high 27 points lead No. 24 Ohio State past Iowa, 68-65, in Big Ten opener. Jon Diebler scored a career-high 27 points and Evan Turner hit three late free throws to lead No. 24 Ohio State past Iowa 68-65 Wednesday in the Big Ten opener for both teams.
Los Angeles Angels and reliever Brian Fuentes reach agreement on a 2-year deal. Free-agent reliever Brian Fuentes and the Los Angeles Angels reached agreement on a two-year, $17.5 million deal Wednesday, giving the AL West champions a replacement for record-setting closer Francisco Rodriguez. Fuentes gets $8.5 million next season and $9 million in 2010. There's a club option for $9 million in 2011.
Citigroup severely limits top executives' pay, as it receives $20 billion more from Treasury. The recipient of a $45 billion infusion from the federal government, Citigroup Inc. on Wednesday said it would place strict limits on management's compensation, including no severance for its top five executives.
Brewer sparks Georgia to 72-52 win over Kennesaw State. Troy Brewer came off the bench to score a career-high 15 points in leading Georgia to a 72-52 win over in-state foe Kennesaw State.
La Salle charges to early lead, eases past Manhattan 64. Ruben Guillandeaux had 22 points and eight rebounds, Rodney Green added 18 points and La Salle used a decisive first-half run to post an 89-64 victory over Manhattan on Wednesday.
Smith lost to injury, but fifth-ranked Duke cruises past Loyola of Maryland 92-51. Kyle Singler scored 20 points to help fifth-ranked Duke beat Loyola of Maryland 92-51 on Wednesday despite playing much of the game without starting point guard Nolan Smith.
Patriots LB Jerod Mayo wins AP Defensive Rookie honors, now wants Super Bowl ring. Jerod Mayo wasted no time showing he could be an NFL star. Now he's biding his time until he becomes the leader of the Patriots' defense.
Calif. gov tries again to close $41.6B deficit, but still has no support from GOP lawmakers. Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger's administration on Wednesday released his latest plan to close a deficit projected at $41.6 billion over the next 18 months, a proposal that looks much like one he released months earlier.
Biotech company Celgene Corp. on Wednesday sent a letter to doctors warning that a study of its drug to treat dangerous blood clots suggests it may increase the risk of death in elderly patients.
Celgene warns doctors anticlotting drug increases death risk in elderly with deep blood clots. Biotech company Celgene Corp. on Wednesday sent a letter to doctors warning that a study of its drug to treat dangerous blood clots suggests it may increase the risk of death in elderly patients.
Cubs, switch-hitting infielder Aaron Miles agree on a two-year, $4.9 million contract. The Chicago Cubs and infielder Aaron Miles agreed Wednesday to a two-year, $4.9 million contract. The switch-hitting Miles batted .317 with four homers and 31 RBIs in 134 games for the St. Louis Cardinals last season. "We expect Aaron to provide significant versatility and flexibility to our roster," Cubs general manager Jim Hendry said.
At the checkout counter of a Manhattan office supply store, there is a rack stocked with disinfectant spray, throat lozenges, tissues and Vitamin C supplements ? reminders to small business owners that a new season, the flu season, is upon us.
Jon Diebler's career-high 27 points lead No. 24 Ohio State past Iowa, 68-65, in Big Ten opener. Jon Diebler scored a career-high 27 points and Evan Turner hit three late free throws to lead No. 24 Ohio State past Iowa 68-65 Wednesday in the Big Ten opener for both teams.
Tennessee police say they arrested a woman who dressed like a nurse, entered a hospital maternity room and tried to leave with someone else's baby.
Police: Tenn. woman arrested after dressing as nurse, trying to steal baby from maternity room. Tennessee police say they arrested a woman who dressed like a nurse, entered a hospital maternity room and tried to leave with someone else's baby.
With tensions high over NY Senate seat, gov might choose someone who doesn't want to keep job. Sen. Bill Clinton? Sen. Mario Cuomo? Don't completely rule it out. The former president and the former New York governor are among several boldface names being touted as possible "caretakers" for New York's Senate seat ? people who would serve until the 2010 elections but wouldn't be interested in running to keep the job.
SC gov to seek federal unemployment loan, ending impasse that threatened benefits for 77,000. Gov. Mark Sanford agreed Wednesday to request a $146 million federal loan that will allow South Carolina residents to continue receiving unemployment checks through March.
Mexico sends 10 alleged drug smugglers to US, capping record year for extraditions. Mexico sent 10 alleged drug smugglers to the United States on Wednesday, capping an already record year for extraditions between the two countries.
No short shift: Indians acquire versatile infielder Mark DeRosa from Cubs to play third base. After some debate and a trade, the Cleveland Indians have decided not to shift their infield. The club acquired versatile infielder Mark DeRosa to place third base on Wednesday, trading three minor leaguers to the Chicago Cubs. They dealt pitchers Jeff Stevens, Chris Archer and John Gaub for DeRosa, who played six different positions for the NL Central champions. In Cleveland, he'll be the club's everyday third baseman and fill in occasionally in the outfield.
Israel sent more troops to the Gaza border Wednesday, rapidly moving forward with preparations for a possible ground offensive as the next stage of its military assault on the coastal territory's Hamas rulers.
Jantel Lavender leads Ohio State to 68-59 win over Northwestern. Jantel Lavender had 15 points and nine rebounds to lead Ohio State to a 68-59 win over Northwestern on Wednesday.
Indianapolis defense relies on patience to plug holes, fix leaks in turnaround project. Indianapolis' defenders can still hear the echoes ringing from September.
Senate Democrats reject Blagojevich effort to fill Obama's seat. Rep. Bobby Rush says he doesn't think any U.S. senator would be caught turning a black man away from serving alongside them.
Hamas turning to Hezbollah tactics in its rocket attacks on Israel from Gaza. Since taking control of the Gaza Strip in 2007, Hamas has adopted the rocket tactics used by Lebanese Hezbollah, shifting away from its reliance on suicide bombers in attacks on Israel.
Comrie scores twice, stretches goal streak to 3 games in the Islanders 4-2 win over Panthers. Mike Comrie scored twice in New York's three-goal second period ? first with his skate and then with his stick ? and the Islanders beat the Florida Panthers 4-2 on Wednesday. After Brett McLean gave the Panthers a 1-0 lead with 1:36 left in the first period, the Islanders took over. Comrie stretched his goal streak to three games with the tying tally, and put New York in front later in the frame.
Wall Street ended a dreadful year on a positive note Wednesday, while Bay Street enjoyed a broad-based, triple-digit rally. . Today on Stockhouse
Mexican commission: Officials held migrants hostage to demand bribes. Mexican immigration agents allegedly locked a group of Central American migrants in a trailer after they refused to pay a bribe, the country's National Human Rights Commission said Wednesday.
Blackhawks, Red Wings get ice time at Wrigley in tuneup for Winter Classic. Chris Chelios raced up and down the ice and when he had a chance to peek up and check out his surroundings Wednesday, he had trouble believing his eyes.
Fisher: Haynesworth, Vanden Bosch remain on target to play in divisional playoff. The Tennessee Titans returned to practice Wednesday with Pro Bowl defensive tackle Albert Haynesworth, end Kyle Vanden Bosch and center Kevin Mawae all watching.
Dallas Cowboys fire special teams coach Bruce Read, first assistant ousted after 9-7 year. The Dallas Cowboys have fired special teams coach Bruce Read, making him the first assistant ousted in the wake of a disappointing 9-7 season.
Ojo scores 14 as Lehigh rolls past winless NJ Tech 66-38.
Lewis sets tone with 21 points as Magic roll over Bulls, 113-94. Rashard Lewis set the tone by scoring 16 of his 21 points in the first half and the Orlando Magic rolled over the Chicago Bulls 113-94 Wednesday for their eighth win in nine games.
Israeli raids on Gaza's tunnels crush the territory's fragile economy, deepen hardship. The Gaza Strip has lost its last lifeline after five days of Israeli bombing raids that destroyed dozens of smuggling tunnels under the sandy border with Egypt.
Diddy cause a distraction? Seeking quiet night's rest on New Year's, Cincinnati switches hotel. Cincinnati coach Brian Kelly thinks his team has figured out how to beat Virginia Tech.
Diddy cause a distraction? Seeking quiet night's rest on New Year's, Cincinnati switches hotel. Cincinnati coach Brian Kelly thinks his team has figured out how to beat Virginia Tech.
