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On This Day  On this day in 1989 the Exxon Valdez runs aground off the coast of Alaska, spilling 11 million gallons of oil into the water. On to today’s top stories: “2 McCain Moments, Rarely Mentioned” (Elisabeth Bumiller, New York Times) Moment One: In 2001, talks between McCain and the Senate Democratic leadership about the possibility of switching parties; Moment Two: In 2004, talks between John Kerry and McCain about a unity ticket. Democrats have their … Read entire article »

COLUMBIA, SC (WIS) - A Richland County Sheriff’s Deputy has been wounded in a shooting off Laredo Drive near Broad River Road and I-20. That’s near Columbia High School. Richland County Sheriff’s Department spokesperson Lt. Chris Cowan tells WIS News 10 both the deputy and a suspect were shot. Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott confirmed the suspect in the shooting was killed. Authorities say the suspect fired shots from the bedroom of the home. The suspect fired the first shot, and more … Read entire article »

 Mike Gravel Joins Libertarian Party, Won’t Drop Out Posted on March 26, 2008 by politisite  Mike Gravel plans to join the Libertarian Party and continue his candidacy as a Libertarian.  He related, “because the Democratic Party no longer represents my vision for our great country”. Gravel First declared his candidacy on April 17, 2006 for the Democratic Nomination.  During that time he won neither a State nor a Delegate “The fact is, the Democratic Party today is no longer the party of … Read entire article »

Massive Pile-up Injures 16 On Golden Gate Bridge Raw Video of Chopper view of Golden Gate Bridge Hwy 101 Pile up http://cbs5.com/video/?id=32575@kpix.dayport.com Update: 4:27 P 7:27 E, 23:27 GMT SAN FRANCISCO (CBS 5 / AP / BCN) ― A collision involving almost a dozen vehicles, including a motorcycle, brought traffic to a standstill for nearly an hour and a half along U.S. Highway 101 on the Golden Gate Bridge Wednesday afternoon. At least nine people were … Read entire article »