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Craigslist to the rescue when weddings rings and tuning tools are lost on the train Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 10:18PMWhen forgetfulness strikes on the F train, commuters are contacting Craig. Craigslist, the source for apartments, dates and jobs, has become the go-to site for sad straphangers realizing they left something on the subway.
Homeowner Claims She Was Victim Of Rental Scam Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 9:32PMA homeowner took matters into her own hands when she realized she was the target of a scam on Craigslist.
Tennessee Joins Attorneys General in Taking on Craigslist Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 9:11PMThe states' lawyers want the website to shut down its adult services section. read more
Monster pumpkin sets new state record Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 8:23PMThe new record to beat is 1,101 pounds in the giant pumpkin contest at the Alaska State Fair. On Wednesday, Dale Marshall, of Anchorage, beat the old state record of 1,019 pounds, set in 2006 by this year's second place finisher, John "J.D." Megchelsen.
Area residents robbed and assaulted by craigslist users Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 7:47PMThey had iPods, video game systems and other electronic equipment they wanted to sell, so they posted a classified ad on the well-known classified ad website, craigslist.
Prostitution Poses Problems on the Streets and in Cyber Space Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 5:30PMIn late-August several Attorney General's Offices approached Craigslist for a second time asking them to change how they monitor their adult services section.
Textbooks made more accessible Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 4:58PMBecki Steinberg With an expanding array of outlets for purchasing textbooks, students will encounter more reasonably priced options when buying course materials this semester. Additionally, a law enacted over the summer aims to make textbooks even more affordable for students. Effective July 1, the Higher Education Opportunity Act included a mandate that all “bundled” course items be sold ...
4 arrested in sex slave operation Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 1:51PMA five-month investigation into a sex slave operation has landed four people behind bars. A five-month investigation into a sex slave operation has landed four people behind bars.
The Right Persuasion Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 12:55PMThe Right Persuasion
Two arrested in trailer thefts Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 11:37AMIn recent weeks, more than 15 trailers have been stolen in Southwest Oklahoma, and local authorities have asked the public to help get them back to their rightful owners. The man accused in the th...
Nation/world briefs Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 11:26AMU.S. to give $5B to help firms pay for retirements; Imam: Mosque fight grows; Ovary removal may lower cancer risk; AGs demand end to Craigslist sex ads; Photos show Fidel Castro, U.S. writer; 6 GIs die in Afghanistan; 19 in 4 days
Police recover stolen goods in Kennewick Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 10:58AMA big screen TV, two couches, two coffee tables, mattresses and more were piled into a garage bay at
Car Stolen with Dog Inside in E. Austin Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 10:39AMThe search for a 1-year-old Boston Terrier named Hugo that was taken from a woman has led her on a path of heartache and guilt.
Knitting store closes; owner's health an issue Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 9:02AMThe Ultimate Point, a knitting yarn store near Washington Street and Highway 111, closed its doors Tuesday afternoon.
Dr. Dog Plays Governors Island Freebie, Oberhofer Makes a Name: N.Y. Music Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 11:31PMWith sand at your feet, palm trees made of multicolored lights lining the water and a view of the Manhattan skyline, the Beach at Governors Island was a refreshing place to be on a warm Sunday night.
Orland band just wants to play music Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 9:57PMGuitarist Jeremy Lockett wanted to be in a band. "Guitar alone is like a movie without a sound track," Lockett said. So, in keeping with the times, Lockett put an ad on Craigslist and waited. Jeff Skelton was the first to respond. The chemistry in...
What Others Are Saying | Evidence of global warming is melting; Craigslist ads for adult services must cease Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 9:28PMA group of international scientific organizations yesterday found fault with the Nobel Peace Prize-winning panel responsible for the influential report that claimed man’s carbon-dioxide emissions were destroying the planet.
Our Children, Our City: IPS teacher scavenges for supplies Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 9:14PMInstructor turns to Carmel schools' trash for tools to help students.
Learning a foreign language: Now you're talking Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 9:09PMWhen it comes to learning languages in the UK, we are notoriously apathetic – but it is never too late to start. As Jeremy Hazlehurst says, it could be a great way to boost your career Arsenal, Lyon, Milan and Celtic played at the Emirates Cup football tournament in London this month. After the games, as always, the players milled about in the corridors, mingling with the journalists. It can be ...
Sacramento Takes a Nap Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 8:51PMAnd an East Bay schools superintendent goes golfing on Chevon's tab. by Chris Thompson Stop me if you've heard this one before. A governor, two Democratic legislative leaders, and two Republican leaders walk into a bar to discuss the budget crisis and ... what?… [ Read more ] [ Subscribe to the comments on this story ]
Need cash? Make extra money online Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 7:17PMTurn your Photoshop expertise, second-language skills -- or even Arnold Schwarzenegger impersonation -- into a paycheck. Or test-drive a new line of work.
Man accused of selling stolen fishing gear on Craigslist Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 5:47PMAn undercover detective arrested a Boca Raton man accused of selling stolen fishing gear on Craigslist.
Cell phone victim helps deputies recover property Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 3:59PMA man who bought a cell phone online, only to find it was the same one that was stolen from his car, tipped off California sheriff's deputies, who arrested a man they believe broke into dozens of vehices. California - Sheriff - Mobile phone - Science and Technology - Cell Phones
Family Center celebrates 20th anniversary Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 3:58PMThe Family Center’s debt elimination and 20th anniversary celebration held Monday was an unqualified success, far exceeding expectations, organizers said.
Cell phone victim helps deputies recover property Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 3:57PMA man who bought a cell phone online, only to find it was the same one that was stolen from his car, tipped off California sheriff's deputies, who arrested a man they believe broke into dozens of vehicles.
Why Stealing A Race Car Is Really Stupid [Exclusive] Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 3:51PM# exclusive Matt Stanford parked his Mustang drag racer behind Varsity Ford in Ann Arbor, Mich., where a thief managed to snatch it. Cops reunited it with its rightful owner a day later. Here's why you don't steal race cars. More »
Cell Phone Victim Helps Deputies Recover Property Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 3:51PMSheriff's deputies from Malibu have arrested a man they believe broke into dozens of cars over the last several months in Los Angeles and Ventura counties.
Theft victims buys own phone Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 3:31PMA MAN who bought a mobile phone online, only to find it was the same one that was stolen from his car, tipped off California sheriff's deputies, who arrested a man they believe broke into dozens of vehicles.
Cell phone victim helps deputies recover property Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 3:27PMA man who bought a cell phone online, only to find it was the same one that was stolen from his car, tipped off California sheriff's deputies, who arrested a man they believe broke into dozens of vehices.
Theft victim buys own phone Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 3:27PMCell phone theft victim helps deputies recover his own phone, and hundreds of others.
Cell phone victim helps deputies recover property Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 3:21PMObama: End of combat mission in Iraq not a time for victory lap; still work to be done. More>>
Deputies: Victim buys his own phone online, deputies arrest man whose address is on package Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 3:13PMMALIBU, Calif. - A man who bought a cellphone online, only to find it was the same one that was stolen from his car, tipped off California sheriff's deputies, who arrested a man they believe broke into dozens of vehices.
Top Four Best New-Wave Marketing Techniques for Movies Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 10:13AMIt’s a question that has plagued film studios as long as they’ve been making movies; how do they actually make people aware enough of the movie to want to go see it? It’s a question that gets billions spent on it, that fuels everything from questionable fast food tie-ins (“Yo quiero Godzilla!”) to even [...]
L Train Lovers Get Own Twitter Account Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 10:11AMOf course the L train was all "First!" in separating itself from the Craigslist masses. Always such a trendsetter. The train now has its own Missed Connections Twitter feed , which posts Best Of musings like: "so it was 4:30 in the a.m. on a Saturday night and you were in front of me with your fish tank." Another: "you complimented me on my rings and told me that I was 'absurdly gorgeous.' Then ...
Police Reel In Burglary Suspect On Craigslist Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 7:59AMA Boca Raton man was arrested and accused of trying to sell thousands of dollars worth of stolen fishing equipment on Craigslist.
Save Money with a Modern Land Grab Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 7:43AMAs the housing market flounders, buyers can start from scratch with a cheap plot of land.
Scammers Target Homes For Sale Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 7:21AMScammers have hit the Susquehanna Valley with a scheme that says properties are for rent when they are not.
Students finding new ways to cheat though Internet Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 6:30AMSome students are turning to freelance job sites and such online marketplaces as Craigslist and Kijiji to outsource their academic work to the lowest bidder.
Melvin Crouch agrees to 25 years in prison for murder of Woodland landlord Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 5:05AMThe Woodland man accused of murdering his landlord in October agreed to a plea deal that will make him eligible for parole in 25 years.On Oct. 23, 2009 Woodland Police responded to a house on Thomas Street after 37-year-old Melvin Crouch called to say he had just killed his landlord.
New Haven houseboat for sale; it’s slow, but dreamy (video) Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 2:41AMNEW HAVEN — It’s not the most practical seafaring vessel, but Sal Schaivone’s floating home away from home is perfectly suitable for holiday parties, sleepovers with grandkids or watching the sunset over Long Island Sound with a margarita in hand.
River Edge finds niche selling discounted hobby-oriented collectibles Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 11:35PMAfter he was laid off from a corporate job, Ferraro opened his store, selling a range of collectibles from comics to vintage toys, cartoon-action figures and games but also records
Realtors warn of Craigslist scams Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 11:12PMIf you're shopping for a home on Craigslist, the online classified service, be aware that not all the offers are what they appear to be.
Man Busted for Allegedly Placing Bogus Craigslist Ad Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 10:58PMA man is in trouble for allegedly signing his neighbor up for adult magazine subscriptions and placing a fraudulent Craigslist ad in his neighbor's name, Fox 8's Lou Maglio reports.
Will the west be the best? Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 10:30PMDon't look now, eastern powers Ohio State and Penn State, but Wisconsin and Iowa are gaining.
Felon accused of posing as a cop to extort sex out of an escort Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 10:08PMA longtime felon is at the King County Jail on $500,000 bail after Seattle police say he held an escort hostage for nearly six hours last week, telling her he was an undercover cop who would only let her go if she had sex with him.
Cell phones latest target for crooks Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 9:58PMPolice say a quintet of Alabama teens was so intent on pinching high-end cell phones from Wal-Marts in metro Atlanta they turned to cross-dressing to disguise themselves.
Bob and Ken move to the right Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 9:43PMAnd in this corner, decked out in red, white and blue, the tag team that consistently moves to the right, the pugilistic duo: Bob and Ken. Über-conservative Del. Robert Marshall has found a kindred spirit in the Attorney General's office, and Ken Cuccinelli obliges by following through on the plays Marshall sets up for him.
Despite NCAA probe, fans pay up to support UNC football Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 9:21PMWith two ongoing NCAA investigations, a lot of things are uncertain about UNC's season opener Saturday against LSU in Atlanta. But the one thing the Tar Heels can count on is support from their fans, no matter the cost.
County sting hits Mannheim prostitution Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 9:13PMA woman wearing a pink top and a jean skirt walks from a bar on the 2300 block of N. Mannheim Road past a restaurant and to a used car dealer. Then she walks back.
Website told to drop 'Adult Services' Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 9:44AMMaryland's Attorney General is joining other states in asking the craigslist website to take down its 'Adult Services' section, calling it a hotspot for prostitution.