Insider theft a big problem for small charities

While people worry about fraud or wasteful spending at big charities, abuse often occurs much closer to home — at the trusted local PTA or soccer club.

‘Laying in wait’ attacker shoots 2 cops

Obama: Vacation plans hinge on health care

  President Obama says his holiday plans depend on how soon the Senate holds a final vote on its health care bill.  Obama also said the only Christmas presents he needs from his daughters are hugs.

U.S. health care bill clears 2nd Senate hurdle

Economic rebound weaker than first thought

  The economy grew at a 2.2 percent pace in the third quarter, as the recovery got off to a weaker start than previously thought.

  Stock rise as investors shake off GDP revision

Giants hammer ’Skins, keep playoff hopes alive

The Giants kept themselves in the postseason hunt Monday night with one of the most lopsided victories in the long, storied series against their NFC East rival. New York scored on six of its first seven possessions and controlled every facet of the game in a 45-12 win that wasn’t as close as even that margin of victory would indicate.

Cavaliers hand Suns their first home loss

Scoop: Murphy put on good face, source says

While Brittany Murphy's parents remain in a state of shock following the actress' death, sources say the actress put on a good face for her folks as she struggled to make her career “a huge success.”

Murphy autopsy finds no signs of trauma

Your body’s 10 weirdest health clues

What size bra do you wear? How's your sense of smell? Can you still fit into your college jeans? The answers to these questions — plus other weird body clues — may be a surprising predictor of potential future health problems.

U.S. health care bill clears 2nd Senate hurdle

Real-life high school musical smackdown!

When Javier Cáceres walks the halls of Shorewood high school, he is greeted as a rock star, a conquering hero … the guy who engineered the defending blow against Seattle rival Shorecrest.

Are traveler-friendly rules realistic?

  DOT Monday announced new airline consumer protections, but it’s questionable whether airlines will be physically able to comply with the rules under certain circumstances.

Feds impose 3-hour limit on tarmac strandings