When the Saints Go Marching In!

It's a win for the New Orleans Saints. An amazing football season came to an end tonight with the much anticipated match up of the year that pitted the New Orleans Saints against the Indianapolis Colts in Super Bowl 44. The Colts are a long time favorite of football fans everywhere and were thought to have the upper hand again this year.
The Saints seemed to struggle through much of the 1st half of the game, but made a stunning recovery after half time. Coming back in the 3rd quarter the Saints were nearly tied with their rivals 16 to 17 but broke free with a touch down that put them 22 to 17 and eventually the underdog team found themselves in the winners circle. At 31-17 the Saints became another NFL team to win a Super Bowl. For this and other news please go to www.foxnews.com, www.cnn.com or www.nfl.com.

Phil the Chill

Punxsutawney Phil has been an expert on matters of weather for years, especially when it comes to how much longer we can expect to see snow and ice. The groundhog rose bright and early this morning to show off his new shadow. That's right, another six weeks of winter weather is yet to be enjoyed or dreaded by all. For most of the South and Northeast this year has been full of 8-15inch snow falls, winter weather advisories and school closings. With another weekend winter watch in effect, will Phils prediction become a winter weather reality? For more go to www.foxnews.com or www.yahoo.com.

Brown's Breakthrough

Little known Republican candidate Scott Brown from Massachusetts shocked the nation and the capitol yesterday evening by winning his bid of former Massachusetts Senator Ted Kennedy's Senate seat. Brown, whose campaign was aided by the help of former Mass. Governor Mitt Romney and his team, defeated Democrat Martha Coakley. According to news reports "With nearly all precincts reporting, returns showed Brown leading Coakley 52-47 percent, by a margin of 120,000 votes. Independent candidate Joseph Kennedy was pulling 1 percent." For this and more information on Scott Brown please go to http://www.foxnews.com/, http://www.cnn.com/, or http://www.msnbc.com/.

Brittany Murphy Dies at 32

Hollywood starlet Brittany Murphy who is best known for her roles in movies like "Clueless" and "8 Mile" with rapper Eminem, was found dead in her Los Angles home Sunday. According to a coroner official the young actress died of what appeared to be natural causes. Other news outlets reported Murphy's death to have been caused by heart failure. Brittany Murphy was pronounced dead at 10:04 am at Cedar-Sinai Medical Center. "An official cause of death may not be determined for some time, since toxicology tests will be required, but "it appears to be natural," Winter said. He said an autopsy was planned for Monday or Tuesday," says OMG on Yahoo.com. For this and other stories please go to www.cnn.com, www.foxnews.com, or www.yahoo.com.

Going Rouge

Sarah Palin is blazing a new trail for herself and the GOP. After months of speculation as to why she stepped down as Governor of Alaska the answer was made clear yesterday as she gave her first interview to Oprah. Palin believes that by stepping down she has more power, time and the ability to speak her mind about issues that matter to the American people. In her new book, Going Rouge, Palin talks about her time in the McCain camp. Palin did not give up any details about whether or not she would be running for President in 2012, instead she is focusing on the issues and her family life. For this and more information go to http://www.foxnews.com/ or http://www.cnn.com/.

Fort Hood Devistated

Yesterday evening Fort Hood, Texas Army psychiatrist Major Nidal Malik Hasan unleashed a hail of gunfire that took the lives of 13 people and injured 30 more. According to reports the Major was about to deploy back to Iraq and was absolutely distraught about his deployment. Witnesses said they felt that Hasan was calm and further reports added taht Hasan had spent the days before giving away furniture from his own home. Authorities have searched Hasan's apartment and are also looking into the possibility that the gunman made several internet postigns about suicide bombers. For this and other news pelase go to http://www.foxnews.com/ or http://www.cnn.com/.

Yanking Our Chains

That's right folks its time for the World Series and Game 5 is up and going tonight and Game 6 has already been scheduled for Wednesday. So what's the score? In Game 1 the Phillies took the Yanks 6-1, Game 2 had Yankee's fans cheering louder than ever as they over powered the Phillies 3-1, Game 3 again saw the Yankee's come out the winners scoring 8 over the Phillies 5, Game 4 went to N.Y.C. again with a score of 7-3, and finally this evenings game went back to the city of brotherly love. Phillies 8 and New York close behind with 6.
For the first time since 2003 Game 6 will begin and Wednesday night Yankee Fans all over will be anxiously watching to see if their team brings home the 27th World Series trophy. But the Phillies aren't out yet. They too are keeping their eyes on the prize and could force a tie that would lead both teams in Game 7. A feat that has not happened since 2002. For this and more exciting sports updates please go to www.mlb.com.

A Change of Hands?

November 4th will be the one-year anniversary of President Obama's infamous win as he spread messages of Change and Hope throughout the country. However, one year later almost to the day, Virginians are singing a different tune. What was it that made voter turn out so strong? Which ad campaign successfully got its message out to the public? McDonnell, the Republican candidate for Governor of the state has been struggling for months and finally tonight has realized victory. But with one victory under its belt, does this spell a change of hands for the country's direction? As the GOP begins to rebuild its base from last November's Presidential election party members are also keeping a close eye on yet another state this evening. With the New Jersey Governorship up for grabs, the Republican Chris Christie is currently holding a three point lead over Democrat John Corzine. Corzine has had the Presidents support throughout much of his campaign. For this and other election news please go to www.foxnews.com or www.cnn.com.

Patrick Swayze Dies at 57

It seems that over the last few months we have said good bye to one too many of our childhood stars. First Farrah, the Charlies Angel who touched all our hearts with her tribute to her son, the love of her life and her friends with her candid documentary about her struggle with cancer.
Then Michael Jackson. A music legend who struggled with fame and was constantly in the spotlight or scrutinized or stalked by the tabloid media. Jackson died at the age of 50 and was laid to rest earlier this month.
However, today, we say good bye to yet another legend. Patrick Swayze who swept American teenage girls in the 80s off their feet with Dirty Dancing, and who spellbound audiences as he played in Ghost. Swayze, the current star of A&E's new series The Beast, passed away at the age of 57 after his 20 month long battle with Pancreatic cancer.
He was surrounded by family and friends according to his publicist Annett Wolf. Our thoughts are with the Swayze family and friends. For this and other information please go to www.foxnews.com, www.cnn.com, www.msnbc.com.

Obama Heckled for Health Care

The man pictured above is non-other than Representative Joe Wilson from South Carolina. The Republican Rep is being reprimanded today for his comments during last nights televised speech given by President Obama to the joint session of congress and the American people. At one point during the Presidents speech he stated that the health care plan he was hoping to have pass would not include illegal immigrants. After the president said these defining words Rep. Wilson and other members of congress booed him. However, Wilson's remarks were the loudest as he called out "You lie!" It was clear that the words had stunned Nancy Pelosi and Vice President Joe Biden who took their seats just behind President Obama. For those Americans who did not get to witness the heckling over health care reform first hand, all the proper news affiliations certainly covered it this morning. Representative Wilson has issued an apology to the President saying that his statement was regrettable. However, most Americans applauded Wilson for speaking up while others believe his comments were disrespectful. Senator Lindsey Graham stated that Obama's speech was "At times, overly combative", and that she felt, "he behaved in a manner beneath the dignity of the office. I fear his speech tonight has made it more difficult — not less — to find common ground." The debate about health care reform still rages and as the President hopes for an agreement, one may be reached later rather than sooner as hoped. For this and other news please go to http://www.foxnews.com/, http://www.cnn.com/ or http://www.msnbc.com/.

Senator Kennedy Dies at 77

Senator Edward Kennedy passed away this morning after a year long battle with brain cancer. Kennedy was known as the "liberal lion" of the Senate and served for fifty years. In 1980 Kennedy attempted to run for the U.S. Presidency but lost. Kennedy survived his brothers John and Bobby to carry on his political career and head the Kennedy clan as the patriarch of the family. A statement released by his family read, "We've lost the irreplaceable center of our family and joyous light in our lives, but the inspiration of his faith, optimism, and perseverance will live on in our hearts forever," the statement said. "We thank everyone who gave him care and support over this last year, and everyone who stood with him for so many years in his tireless march for progress toward justice, fairness and opportunity for all." For this and other news please go to http://www.msnbc.com/, http://www.cnn.com/, or http://www.foxnews.com/.

Walter Cronkite Passes Away at 92

He was known as one of the greatest voices in American news broadcasting. Walter Cronkite, age 92, passed away this evening from cerebral vascular disease. Cronkite worked for CBS from 1962 to 1981 and became known as "The most trusted man in America." Over his long career as broadcaster Cronkite was also the first man behind a news desk to be called a newsanchor. The term has since stuck around and today many great newscasters such as Tom Brokaw and Peter Jennings are referred to in the same light. According to CBS Corp. chief executive Leslie Moonves, "He was a great broadcaster and a gentleman whose experience, honesty, professionalism and style defined the role of anchor and commentator." Cronkite passed at his Manhattan home surrounded by family. For this and other news please go to www.foxnews.com or www.cnn.com.

Palin Pulls Out

Is it the end of her political career, or is it the beginning of Palin's Presidential bid? Sarah Palin, the one time Vice Presidential candidate for John McCain during the 2008 election announced that she will be stepping down as Governor of Alaska later this month. Pailn has had her share of controversy's both publicly and privately since the election. For now it is unclear if the Governor will turn her her resignation into a bid for 2012 but whatever her plans Palin can rest assured that the GOP is watching. According to Representative John Culberson (R-Texas),"I know that liberals attack the most prominent and most likely Republican nominee, the more loudly liberals attack a potential Republican nominee, the more I think they're likely to be successful." While it is unconventional for Palin to resign in the middle of her first term of governor the party believes that her gambles have paid off in the past and that this one just might too. For this and other news please go to www.foxnews.com or www.cnn.com.

Sending Madoff Off

Ever heard the expression, "up the creek without a paddle"? Well by now Bernie Madoff should. Madoff, a confessed Ponzi-scammer was sentenced today to 150 years in prison. Madoff managed to swindle some of Hollywood's elite, A-listers and even famous novelists out of their billions. Sixty-five billion dollars to be exact. Madoff is seventy-one-years-old and according to the presiding judge, Denny Chin, none of Madoff's family members or friends offered a letter asking for leniency of the scammers sentence. For this and more information please go to www.foxnews.com or www.cnn.com.

King of Pop King of Debt?

Yesterday afternoon Michael Jackson was rushed to UCLA medical center in Los Angles. It was reported that Jackson had been in Los Angles to reherse for 50 upcoming shows that he was scheduled to hold in Britain as early as next month and parts of next year. Paramedics who responsded to the call entered his rental home and found the fifty-year-old pop singer unconscious and not breathing. After being admitted to the hospital TMZ reporters were told that Jackson was not fairing well. At three thirty in the afternoon, eastern time, News broke that Jackson had been pronounced dead. Michael Jackson leaves behind three children and two privious wives. Contraversy and mystery is surrounding the death of Jackson. According to reports, "The Los Angeles County Coroner's office said the autopsy would begin Friday morning, but it could take six to eight weeks to determine a cause of death, which will likely have to wait for the return of toxicology tests." Despite his death Jackson leaves behind $400 million in debt and at one point Jackson owed Bank of America nearly $270 million. The tour Jackson was reportedly suppose to hold in Britain starting July 8th of this year, is yet another expense. Tickets reportedly sold out on TickMaster and the tours were suppose to be Jackson's big come back before his sad and untimely passing. For this and more news please go to www.foxnews.com, www.cnn.com, www.yahoo.com, or www.thestreet.com.

Farrah Fawcett Passes After Battle with Cancer

For everyone who grew up in America during the 1970s Farrah Fawcett's name was synonymous with the television series Charlie Angels. The sixty-two-year-old mother of one son, and life long love of Ryan O' Neil, passed away yesterday June 25th after her long battle with cancer. Fawcett chronicled her illness with a recent documentary that detailed her diagnoses, her treatments and struggles with the disease. However, Fawcett's determination never ceased and it inspired a lot of people. The documentary touched many lives and many other families the world over who were/are going through the same trails and tribulations with cancer. Fawcett's son, Redmond, was unable to be released from prison to see his ailing mother before her death. Redmond has be incarcerated on drug charges. O' Neil stated in a recent 20/20 interview with Barbara Walters that he had asked Farrah to marry him, to which she had said yes. Sadly Farrah passed yesterday morning with her family, including her elderly father, by her side. For this and other news please go to www.foxnews.com or www.cnn.com.

Guilty Verdict = Probation

For Chris Brown and Rhianna, both pop singers and once long time couple, the wait is over. Brown, who faced charges of assault on the songstress Rhianna in his vehicle this past February, as pleaded guilty. According to reports, "Brown will be sentenced on Aug. 5, but the terms of the plea deal call for him to serve five years of formal probation and six months — roughly 1,400 hours — of community labor." Brown reportedly entered his plea before the preliminary. Rhianna in turn received a stay-away order from the judge after Brown had exited the court room. Both have been ordered to stay 50 feet from each other except at music events where they will be allowed to at least be 10 feet apart. For this and other news please go to www.foxnews.com or www.cnn.com.

Home Run

Sixteen-year-old Bryce Harper will be leaving his Las Vegas high school to attend a 2-year GED program at a community college in order to pursue his dream of becoming a major league baseball star. Harper, who appeared on the front of Sports Illustrated magazine, is extremely talented. So much so that newspapers, magazines and headlines around the world have given him the title "The Chosen One." While moves such as Harper's have raised eyebrows his father, Ron Harper, stated "People question your parenting and what you're doing. Honestly, we don't think it's that big a deal. He's not leaving school to go work in a fast-food restaurant. Bryce is a good kid. He's smart, and he's going to get his education." By dropping out of school this will make Bryce Harper eligable to be drafted in 2010. For his and other news please go to www.foxnews.com or www.cnn.com.

De-Throned

Miss California 2009, Carrie Prejean, finally got the boot, by the Trump himself. Mr. Trump and pageant officials claim that her dismissal is not due to her previous comments about homosexual marriage, but instead that she breached her contract when she refused to attend certain events. According to news sources Trump provided this statement to Carrie, "I told Carrie she neededto get back to work and honor her contract with the Miss California USA Organization and I gave her the opportunity to do so," Trump said in a statement. "Unfortunately it just doesn't look like it is going to happen." Tami Farrell, 24, the first runner up to be Miss California will be assuming the duties and responsibilities of Miss California in light of Carrie's dismissal. For this and other news please go to www.foxnews.com or www.cnn.com.

Museum Shooting

88-year-old James Vonn Brunn entered the Washington, D.C. Holocaust Museum this afternoon not as a visitor or tourist but as an angry World War II veteran known, via his personal website, to be anti-semetic. Brunn was arrested in 1983 for bringing a gun into the Federal Reserve building and was arrested and sentenced to four years in prisoin. Brunn was released in 1989. During his assault on security guards, tourists, and visitors of the museum this afternoon Brunn shot and killed a 39-year-old security guard. No tourists or visitors were injured. Police are currently investigating the shooting and the shooter more closely. For this and other news please go to www.foxnews.com, www.cnn.com or www.yahoo.com.