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Sen. Claiborne Pell Remembered As Gentle Aristocrat And Champion For Education

Pell died Thursday at the age of 90. He had suffered for years from Parkinson's disease.

Minnesota Senate Recount To Be Certified Today

Elections officials have completed the recount and the latest numbers show Democrat Al Franken with a 225-vote lead over Republican Norm Coleman.

Bon Jovi To Perform At Hillary Clinton Fundraiser

The fundraiser is part of Clinton's effort to pay down her campaign debt.

Spokesman: Senate Leader Reid Called Ill Gov About Obama's Vacant Seat

Lucio Guerrero says that Reid telephoned the governor in early December to discuss the seat being vacated by President-elect Barack Obama.

Sanford Baby Becomes Famous After Obama Hug

How often will little Peyton Highfill get to have her picture taken with a future president?

NY Governor May Be Leaning Toward Kennedy

Two people close to Gov. David Paterson tell The Associated Press they believe Caroline Kennedy will be his choice, but the governor cautions he's still looking.

Senate GOP To Block Attempt To Seat Franken Early

The top Senate Republican said his caucus would block any attempt to seat Democrat Al Franken until an anticipated court case over Minnesota's close election is finished.

Obama Plans Short Stay In Chicago Before Heading To DC

The future first family wrapped up a 12 day vacation in Obama's native Hawaii New Year's Day and are now in Chicago.

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Acting Secretaries Named For Two NC Departments

Easley said Wednesday that Tracy Little is now acting secretary of the Department of Correction and Joanne McDaniel is the acting secretary of the Department of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention.

Burris Goes To Court To Push Appointment Through