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2016: Rare same-state pairings in the early stages

2016: Rare same-state pairings in the early stages
By SCOTT BAUER and KEN THOMASAssociated Press MADISON, Wis. (AP) - The early stages of the 2016 presidential race feature an unusual cluster of high-powered potential candidates hailing from the same states, Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker and Rep. Paul Ryan among them. Walker gained Republican Party

After near-stall in late 2012, US economy picks up

After near-stall in late 2012, US economy picks up
By MARTIN CRUTSINGER and CHRISTOPHER S. RUGABERAP Economics Writers WASHINGTON (AP) - After nearly stalling in late 2012, the American economy quickened its pace early this year despite deep government cutbacks. The strongest consumer spending in two years fueled a 2.5 percent annual growth rate in

Town hit by explosion known for its Czech heritage

Town hit by explosion known for its Czech heritage
By WILL WEISSERTAssociated Press WEST, Texas (AP) - Before an earth-shaking explosion at a fertilizer plant shattered the town, this community of 2,800 people outside Waco was known as the "Czech Heritage Capital of Texas." A band of accordion players would often regale nursing home residents with

As middle class grows, global brands hit Nigeria

As middle class grows, global brands hit Nigeria
By JON GAMBRELLAssociated Press LAGOS, Nigeria (AP) - Inside this 1950s-style American diner, waitresses softly sing along to Aretha Franklin as they sling hamburgers and whip up milkshakes. The jukebox belts out Ritchie Valens as a customer wearing a Muslim prayer cap and flowing blue robes ambles

As middle class grows, global brands hit Nigeria

As middle class grows, global brands hit Nigeria
By JON GAMBRELLAssociated Press LAGOS, Nigeria (AP) - Inside this 1950s-style American diner, waitresses softly sing along to Aretha Franklin as they sling hamburgers and whip up milkshakes. The jukebox belts out Ritchie Valens as a customer wearing a Muslim prayer cap and flowing blue robes ambles

Wendy's testing a 'pretzel burger'

Wendy's testing a 'pretzel burger'
By CANDICE CHOIAP Food Industry Writer NEW YORK (AP) - In its latest push to establish itself as a purveyor of premium burgers, Wendy's is testing a pretzel bun. The Dublin, Ohio-based chain has started selling a bacon cheeseburger in select locations made with a slightly heartier, pretzel like

Conn. victims: Lively youngsters, devoted adults

Conn. victims: Lively youngsters, devoted adults
By Associated Press NEWTOWN, Conn. (AP) - At the very start of their lives, the schoolchildren are remembered for their love of horses, or for the games they couldn't get enough of, or for always saying grace at dinner. The adult victims found their life's work in sheltering little ones

Conn. victims: Lively youngsters, devoted adults

Conn. victims: Lively youngsters, devoted adults
By By The Associated Press NEWTOWN, Conn. (AP) - At the very start of their lives, the schoolchildren are remembered for their love of horses, or for the games they couldn't get enough of, or for always saying grace at dinner. The adult victims found their life's work in sheltering

Homeless Under The Highway, Spokane City Leaders Try To Fix The Feces Problem

Homeless Under The Highway, Spokane City Leaders Try To Fix The Feces Problem
SPOKANE, Wash. - The homeless crowd continues to grow under the highway and because of that, there is a growing problem with the homeless defecating by nearby businesses. Because of that, the city of Spokane will soon place six portable bathrooms near the places where these people sleep.

Homeless Under The Highway, Spokane City Leaders Try To Fix The Feces Problem

Homeless Under The Highway, Spokane City Leaders Try To Fix The Feces Problem
SPOKANE, Wash. - The homeless crowd continues to grow under the highway and because of that, there is a growing problem with the homeless defecating by nearby businesses. Because of that, the city of Spokane will soon place six portable bathrooms near the places where these people sleep.