Mary Travers of folk trio Peter, Paul and Mary dead after battle with cancer at 72BOSTON — Mary Travers, one-third of the popular 1960s folk trio Peter, Paul and Mary who were perhaps best known for their hit “Puff (The Magic Dragon),” died in a Connecticut hospital after battling leukemia for several years. She was 72. FBI searches home of Colorado man identified by officials as having possible al-Qaida linkAURORA, Colo. — Federal agents on Wednesday searched the home of a suburban Denver man identified by law enforcement as having a possible link to al-Qaida, carting away several boxes of evidence. Experts propose hefty sales tax to sweetened beverages; health reformers not buying itATLANTA — In a bid to ramp up the public health battle against obesity, a group of nutrition and economics experts are pushing for a tax of 1 cent on every of ounce of sodas and other sweetened beverages. Trip to New York sparks terrorism investigation of Colorado airport shuttle driverAURORA, Colo. — The Colorado airport shuttle driver identified by law enforcement as having possible links to al-Qaida holed up in his Denver-area apartment Wednesday, not wanting the media storm surrounding his case to cause trouble for his company, his boss said. AP IMPACT: Indian reservation smoke shops face a crackdown over sale of untaxed cigarettesNEW YORK — After doing time for possession and an accidental killing, crack dealer Rodney Morrison decided he was finished with drugs. He threw himself a “retirement” party in 1993 and got into a new line of work: tax-free cigarettes. Cy Vance wins Manhattan prosecutor primary, expected to become 1st new DA since 1975NEW YORK — Defense lawyer and political scion Cy Vance has won the Democratic primary for the Manhattan district attorney’s job, one of the nation’s most coveted prosecutor’s spots. NYC comptroller wins Democratic nomination for mayor, will face Bloomberg in general electionNEW YORK — New York City Comptroller William Thompson Jr. has cruised to victory in the Democratic mayoral primary and will face billionaire incumbent Mayor Michael Bloomberg. Colo. man identified as target of terrorism probe after NYC raids says he’s innocentNEW YORK — A Colorado man denied Tuesday that he’s a central figure in a terrorism investigation that fed fears of a possible bomb plot and led to several police raids in New York City. AP Exclusive: Probers find bomb feuds between FBI, ATF, and lack of Justice Dept rulesWASHINGTON — Agents of the FBI and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives are feuding over bomb investigations — racing each other to crime scenes, failing to share information and refusing to train together, according to a draft report obtained by The Associated Press. AP Exclusive: Probers find feuds between FBI, ATF over bomb crimes despite orders to cooperateWASHINGTON — A draft government report says agents of the FBI and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives are feuding over bomb investigations. NYC man: FBI questioned him in anti-terrorism raid about friend who visited from DenverNEW YORK — Counterterrorism officials searching New York City apartments for explosives and possible links to al-Qaida operatives questioned a man extensively about his connection to a childhood friend who lives in Denver who visited last week, the man said Tuesday. NYC man: FBI questioned him in anti-terrorism raid about childhood friend who visited himNEW YORK — A New York City man says FBI investigators who raided several city apartments in an anti-terrorism probe questioned him about a childhood friend who lives in Denver who stayed with him last week. NYC, London make deal to encourage tourism in both cities, including trading ad spaceNEW YORK — New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg and his counterpart across the pond are collaborating to boost travel between London and the Big Apple. FBI issues warning for police depts to look out for explosive materials after NYC raidsNEW YORK — Counterterrorism officials are warning police departments around the country to be on the lookout for evidence of homemade bombs following raids on several New York City apartments in a hunt for explosives and possible links to al-Qaida operatives. NYC terror raids called ‘preventive’ and target of any purported attack plan unclearNEW YORK — The investigation of a suspected al-Qaida associate prompted the “preventive” raid of three New York City apartments — but authorities said the target of any terror attack plan remained unclear. NYC terror raids called ‘preventative’ and target of any purported attack plan unclearNEW YORK — The investigation of a suspected al-Qaida associate prompted the “preventive” raid of three New York City apartments — but authorities said the target of any terror attack plan remained unclear. FBI, police raid 3 New York City residences after man in terrorism probe visits the areaWASHINGTON — FBI agents and police raided three apartments in New York City before dawn Monday during an investigation of a man suspected of being an al-Qaida associate. The searches came after the man, who was under surveillance for possible links to the terror network, visited New York City over the weekend and left the area, Rep. Peter King, R-N.Y., said after receiving a briefing on the operation from federal law enforcement officials Monday. Federal, local agents raid New York City residences as part of terrorism investigationWASHINGTON — FBI agents and police on a terrorism task force raided residences in New York City before dawn Monday after a visit from a person believed to be linked to al-Qaida. President Obama, former President Clinton have lunch together after Obama’s speech on Wall St.NEW YORK — President Barack Obama and former President Bill Clinton met privately for about 90 minutes on Monday, discussing the global economy over a meal in Manhattan. Enjoying the season’s treasures: Apples, pumpkins, corn mazes and don’t forget chrysanthemumsNEW YORK — Pick-your-own orchards are expected to have a strong fall season, thanks to consumers staying closer to home for leisure activities and an increased interest in local food and lower prices. Butt out of Central Park _ NYC wants to make parks smoke-freeNEW YORK — New York City’s famous parks may be going smoke-free. Jim Carroll, author of ‘The Basketball Diaries’, dead at 60NEW YORK — Jim Carroll, the poet and punk rocker who wrote “The Basketball Diaries,” died Friday. He was 60. 5 scientists honored for life-saving leukemia treatment, research in creating stem cellsNEW YORK — Five scientists have won prestigious research awards for developing a life-saving leukemia treatment and for advances in “reprogramming” DNA, which led to a new kind of stem cell. Manhattan to pick 1st new DA since 1975 to prosecute corporate titans, celebs and mobstersNEW YORK — One is a former hard-nosed judge so known for her stiff sentences that drug dealers named a brand of heroin after her. Another enjoys the iconic incumbent’s support and a political pedigree. A third is a noted gun-control advocate who boasts backers known for turning out voters. 8 years after 9/11, nation observes somber rituals and summons a spirit of serviceNEW YORK — The nation marked the eighth anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks with rain-soaked remembrances and acts of volunteerism honoring those who rushed into danger to help. Federal judge declares mistrial in first trial over whether Merck’s Fosamax destroys jaw boneTRENTON, N.J. — A federal judge declared a mistrial Friday in the first trial over whether Merck & Co.’s former blockbuster osteoporosis drug, Fosamax, causes painful jaw bone destruction. Coast Guard conducts training exercise on Sept. 11 anniversary, stirring confusionWASHINGTON — A Coast Guard training exercise in the Potomac River near the Pentagon sparked confusion amid Friday’s commemorations of the Sept. 11 anniversary. Media reports that shots were being fired in the river sent FBI agents scrambling to the scene and led the nearest airport to briefly ground flights. Mourners fall silent to mark 8th anniversary of nation’s worst terrorist attackNEW YORK — One last moment of silence is marking the eighth anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks in New York City. Spirit of volunteerism rekindled at 9/11 remembrances, on 1st annual national day of serviceNEW YORK — With familiar rituals of grief and a new purpose to honor those who rushed into danger to help, the nation marked eight years since the Sept. 11 terror attacks Friday, with volunteers reading the names of the World Trade Center lost. NYC bells toll as Sept. 11 mourners mark attacks’ 8th anniversary under rainy skiesNEW YORK — Mourners in New York City are observing a second moment of silence on the eighth anniversary of Sept. 11. |
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