May 23, 2013

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Greenspan Says Fed Could Cut Rates Again

The Federal Reserve stands ready to reduce interest rates even further if necessary to boost the sluggish economy and guard against a destabilizing fall in prices, Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan said Tuesday.

Kid Hit by Car

An 11-year-old boy is undergoing hospital care tonight after being struck by a car in Parkersburg.

Hospital Truce

Wood County commissioners said Monday they'll stay out of the ambulance arena for the time being.

Foam Chunk Likely Caused Columbia Crash

A suitcase sized chunk of foam that smashed into Columbia's left wing and damaged a critical heat shield is "the most probable cause" of the Columbia space shuttle disaster, an investigation panel said Tuesday.

Wholesale Prices Dip 0.3 Percent in May

Wholesale prices dipped by 0.3 percent in May, on the heels of a record drop registered the month before, underscoring Federal Reserve concerns about the possibility of the country facing an economically dangerous price decline.

Poll: Few in U.S. Deterred From Travel

Americans are worried about terrorism and the economy these days, but an Associated Press poll finds most aren't going to let that interfere with their vacation plans.

Recall

TNT tireworks announces recall of party poppers sold at Wal-Mart.

Product Recall

Dollar Tree Stores Inc. announces a recall of plush bears and snowman dolls.

Product Recalls

Recalls have been announced regarding electric routers and snowthrowers, as well as repair to gas ranges and circular saws.

Product Recalls

S. Rothschild & Co. Inc. is recalling girls' winter jackets, Comarco Inc. is recalling power adapters and Walt Disney Parks and Resorts is recalling Woody dolls.

U.S. Raises Terror Alert Level to High

With war in Iraq likely in just days, the Homeland Security Department raised the national terror alert to orange, indicating a high risk of terrorism against American interests.

House Passes Medical Malpractice Limits

Efforts to limit jury awards in medical malpractice cases may face trouble in the Senate where Democrats and some Republicans favor caps higher than those in a House-passed bill.

Smart Returns Home a Changed Girl

After nine months of shabby living under bridges and in tents with a self-styled prophet and his wife, Elizabeth Smart returned to her million-dollar home alive - but not unchanged.

Ground Beef Recall

Ground beef sold at Kroger and Meijer stores in several states may be linked to E-coli.

Product Recalls

Atico International USA Inc. has announced a recall of hot pots and Makita U.S.A. has announced a recall to repair electric sanders.

Product Recalls

IBM announced a recall to repair computer monitors and Murray Inc. announced recall of riding lawn tractors.

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