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Not All Federal Agencies Taking a Hit in Shutdown
As many high-profile agencies sit idle because of the federal government shutdown, some are humming along just fine.
Pa. Gov: Gay Marriage is Like Marriage of Siblings
Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Corbett has compared the marriage of same-sex couples to the marriage of a brother and sister during an appearance on a morning TV news show.
Pelosi: Republicans Can’t Even Talk to Themselves
House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi says no progress has been made toward ending the government shutdown because "it's very hard to negotiate with the Republicans when they can't negotiate with themselves."
Conn. Driver in DC Chase Was Sued Over Condo Fees
The Connecticut woman who was shot to death by police after a car chase in Washington had been sued by her condominium association for failure to pay fees.
Celtics Don’t Know When Rajon Rondo Will Return
Boston Celtics point guard Rajon Rondo won't be back in time for the start of the regular season.
Pirates Beat Reds 6-2 in NL Wild-Card Game
Russell Martin homered twice, Marlon Byrd also connected and the Pittsburgh Pirates roared past Cincinnati for a 6-2 victory in the NL wild-card game Tuesday night.
Florida Airport Shut Down When Destructive Device Found
The Jacksonville International Airport in Florida has reopened after authorities found two suspicious packages — one they said was destructive — that led to an evacuation and a shutdown for hours.
Obama Shortens Asia Trip Because of Shutdown
President Barack Obama is canceling two stops on his long-planned trip to Asia because of the partial government shutdown.
Mass. Mom Charged With Taking Son’s Scout Money
A Tewksbury woman already charged with embezzling $5,000 from a nonprofit that helped special needs children is now facing allegations of stealing about $350 her son had raised for his Boy Scout troop.
Stocks Open Sharply Lower as US Nears Shutdown
The stock market is down sharply in early trading as the U.S. federal government appears headed for a partial shutdown.