Chiefs release RB Larry Johnson

Larry Johnson’s record-breaking career as a Kansas City running back is over. The Chiefs confirmed Monday that they had run out of patience with his off-the-field problems and released Johnson the day he was due to come back from his second suspension in a year. Johnson, who turns 30 on Nov. 19, was just 75 yards away from breaking Priest Holmes’ team rushing record.

High court justices to ponder life imprisonment for juveniles

The Supreme Court will use two cases to decide whether life-without-parole sentences for young criminals are unconstitutionally …

Maine Gay Marriage Vote: Voters Repeal Law Legalizing Gay Marriage

PORTLAND, Maine — Gay marriage was put to a vote in Maine on Tuesday in a closely watched referendum that gay-rights activists across the country hoped would prove for the first time that their cause can prevail at the ballot box.

Voters had to decide whether to repeal or affirm a state law that would allow gay couples to wed. The law was passed by the Legislature in May but never took effect because of a petition drive by conservatives.

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Phils catching 3:30 train

It’s back to the Big Apple for Game 6 of the World Series after last night’s big win.

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Phils catching 3:30 train

Italy in uproar over court ruling against crucifix

STRASBOURG/ROME (Reuters) – The European Court of Human Rights ruled on Tuesday that Italian schools should remove crucifixes from classrooms, sparking uproar in Italy , where such icons are embedded in the national psyche.

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Broke fighter’s big payday

Pat Barry was about to be evicted from his apartment when his UFC bonus check showed up.

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Madoff’s Accountant Pleads Guilty in Scheme

David G. Friehling pleaded guilty to nine criminal charges carrying a potential prison term of 114 years.

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Maine Gay Marriage Referendum: Results, Updates

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Gay marriage was put to a vote in Maine on Tuesday in a closely watched referendum that gay-rights activists across the country hoped would prove that public opinion is turning in their favor. Turnout has been higher than expected, which analysts say favors supporters of same-sex marriage.

Voters had to decide whether to repeal or affirm a state law that would allow gay couples to wed. The law was passed by the Legislature last May but never took effect because of a petition drive by conservatives.

A vote to uphold the law would mark the first t

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