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Viewing on a PDA? Click here.   To view this email in a web browser click here. CHICAGOBUSINESS — POWERED BY CRAIN'S — Daily Business Briefing CRAIN'S LISTS SEND LETTERS TO THE EDITOR MULTIMEDIA COMMERCIAL PROPERTY SEARCH TOP HEADLINES Monday, January 4, 2010 · Video: 2010 economic outlook · Gov. Quinn makes pro-consumer choice in naming Flores new ICC chief · Illinois fights carp-blocking canal closures · Short-term loan finances Streeterville apartment deal · Equity Residential unit completes tender offer · Boeing shares rise on upgrades · Will Nestle battle Kraft for Cadbury? · 2010 office sales: Buyers' yield of dreams · In brief: McCaffery | Chad Firsel | Terzakis · Blago to appear in new season of Trump's Celebrity Apprentice  CRAIN'S BLOGS · Trib, Sun-Times sports editors go to battle; Bill Gleason dies; Verdi to write for Blackhawks' site: Business of Sports · Biz loan defaults rise again; Export-Import Bank can pave way to foreign markets: Enterprise City · O'Brien 1st to air TV ads in Cook presidency race; Quinn picks Flores to lead ICC; Durbin lauds Illinois impact of health care bill: Greg Hinz · Eunice Johnson, fashion icon and wife of late Ebony founder, dies; six degrees of Exelon's John Rowe: Taking Names   Final Markets Dow Jones 10,583.96 +155.91 +1.50% NASDAQ 2,308.42 +39.27 +1.73% Crain's Index 89.06 +1.370 +1.562% » View Other Top Headlines ADVERTISEMENT Breakfast w/ CEO of Jones Lang LaSalle Americas: Join the Young Professionals of Chicago on Wed., Feb. 17th as we welcome CEO Peter Roberts to discuss his experience leading one of the world's largest commercial real estate firms, managing 7,700 employees across 5 countries. Click to register: http://www.ypchicago.org/events/event_details.asp?id=88199 OTHER HEADLINES · United sneaks in last-minute fare hike Crain's New York Business · More screening on U.S.-bound flights Daily Herald · U.S. Attorney Fitzgerald becomes a dad Chicago Sun-Times · Markets start new year with a leap New York Times Crain's Chicago Business | 360 N. Michigan Ave. | Chicago, IL 60601 ADVERTISEMENT TODAY'S FEATURES Chicago Business Today — Jan. 4 Most of us would like to forget 2009, economically speaking. 2010 may bring a gradual recovery led by business investment.Read More · Crain's 2010 Book of Lists · Enterprise City — a small-business blog · Entrepreneurs in Action - Lesson Learned SIGN UP FOR CUSTOM ALERTS Industries Companies   LISTEN LIVE: Traffic, weather and news from our news partner WBBM-AM.

Terror Suspect Targeted Hillary Clinton

Breaking from Newsmax.com Lieberman: Stop Gitmo Transfers to Yemen Terror Suspect Targeted Hillary Clinton Ex-Hurricane Chief: Investigate Climate-gatee James Dobson to Launch New Radio Show Special: Check out Newsmax's New Year's Clearance Sale: Up to 90% Off – Deck of Reagan, Obama Tees, Churchill Tapes, Much More! Go Here Now More Links: Your Heart Is a Ticking Time Bomb, Fix It Now White House Secrets Revealed by Secret Service Warren Buffett Real Investment Method: Anyone Can Do It   Newsmax.com 4152 West Blue Heron Blvd., Ste. 1114 Riviera Beach, FL 33404 USA 803353 948E-1

Politics, Political News - POLITICO.com

Politics, Political News - POLITICO.com

The Secret Service says a third uninvited guest gained admission to President Barack Obama’s Nov. 24 state dinner. The person arrived with the Indian delegation, and the Secret Service says “procedural changes” have already been implemented “to address foreign delegations under the responsibility of Department of State who are entering facilities secured by the Secret Service.”

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>>> Having trouble viewing this newsletter? View as a webpage. Top Stories Monday, January 4, 2010 Austin fire kills 2, injures 2 | VIDEO A mother and her disabled son were killed when fire tore through their home in the 1600-block of North McVicker Monday morning. Chicago-area copes with bitter cold | VIDEO Another day with bitter cold temperatures and dangerous wind chills starts off this work week. Parking meter rates increase in Chicago | VIDEO The price to park just went up in Chicago if you use the city's pay box parking meters. Man wins 3rd Ultimate Couch Potato title | VIDEO ESPN Zone names the winner in the annual Ultimate Couch Potato Competition. Blagojevich competing on 'Celebrity Apprentice' Donald Trump boasted that the upcoming season of "The Celebrity Apprentice" is the best ever and promised the star power of its cast "blows 'Dancing With the Stars' away." MORE STORIES Strange News Man wins 3rd Ultimate Couch Potato title | VIDEO Police: Woman hit window over lack of nuggets No Kidding: Goats munch Christmas trees Police: Driver passes out, meth lab in back seat Crews contend with 19 pythons at Utah trailer fire Consumer 2009's Top 10 scams Northwest, Delta to operate as single carrier Local gas companies hiking prices Reports: Apple launching Tablet End of the road for Kia Borrego in US Healthbeat New treatment for pelvic pain helps women Special Segment: Help for People Plagued by Hip Pain | VIDEO NFL working to make helmets safer MOST POPULAR Police identify body as missing Chicago man Teen girl dies in weekend crash Teen killed retrieving phone from road Reward offered for murder victim's ex-husband Austin fire kills 2, injures 2 All Most Popular Advertisement TODAY'S WEATHER OUTLOOK 20°F 13°F Mostly cloudy and very cold with a couple of snow showers; breezy this afternoon Hour-by-Hour | 7 Day Forecast | Radar & Satellite TONIGHT ON ABC 7:00 PM The Bachelor: On the Wings of Love 9:02 PM The Conveyor Belt of Love 10:00 PM ABC 7 News 10:35 PM Nightline Lottery Results Your Daily Horoscope World's tallest skyscraper opens in Dubai Dubai has renamed its new skyscraper, the tallest in the world, the Burj Khalifa, state news agency WAM reported. It's a surprise move apparently intended to honor the United Arab Emirates' president. PHOTOS: TALLEST SKYSCRAPER OPENS IN DUBAI How Chicago bldgs. stack up against Burj Khalifa SLIDESHOW: HISTORY OF SEARS TOWER SLIDESHOW: SEARS SKYDECK LEDGE Dinner Duos from 'Cook Once, Eat Twice' "Cook Once... Eat Twice!" shows how to use the leftover main course from one night's dinner to make a completely unique and equally delicious meal another night. Dinner Duo: Grilled Teriyaki Tuna Steaks & Tuna Mango Salad Dinner Duo: Beef Brisket & Shredded Beef Tostadas Dinner Duo: Ground Beef Tacos & Stuffed Peppers Dinner Duo: Grilled Shrimp Kabobs & Cajun Shrimp Pasta SUBSCRIPTION OPTIONS I'd like to receive the following newsletters from abc7chicago.com Sign up for news alerts Daily Weather | Daily News | 190 North SUBSCRIPTION OPTIONS Sign up for news alerts

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A security officer died after being shot today at a federal courthouse in Las Vegas, officials say. A deputy U.S. marshal was injured. The suspected shooter is dead...

Disgraced Miss. judge to report to federal prison - Yahoo! News

Disgraced Miss. judge to report to federal prison - Yahoo! News

Bobby DeLaughter, a former Mississippi prosecutor and judge whose legal conquests became the subject of books and a movie, is set to report to federal prison Monday for lying to the FBI in a judicial bribery investigation.

MENTORING PROGRAMS LIST CHICAGO-LAND

Let's start off the year by giving of ourselves sisters and brothers..consider Mentoring!! Khalid   Mentoring Opportunities @  UCAN We have multiple opportunities for mentors at UCAN, whether they be individual relationships or group sessions.  Interested in becoming a mentor?  We recommend that a mentor: Be 21 years or older Have strong assessment and communication skills Demonstrate good problem-solving skills Be able to commit to at least five hours per month The selection process includes: Submission of an application Consultation with UCAN's mentor/volunteer coordinator, Ellen Acevedo     acevedoe@ucanchicago.org Completion of mentor/volunteer training 3737 N. Mozart St. Chicago, IL 60618, Phone: 773-588-0180  Email: info@ucanchicago.org ----------------------------------------------------------------- Goodcity 5049 W. Harrison Chicago, IL 60644 Tel. 312-322-3000 www.goodcitychicago.org ------------------------------------------------------------ Boys and Girls Club of American Mentor:   Build and foster a trusting, positive relationship by spending one-on-one time with a member. Provide academic and moral support, encouragement and guidance. Evenings hours available. The BGCC/BBBS Mentoring Program involves eleven Club sites and more than 200 mentors and youth. Mentor matches meet once a week at a Club engaged in a variety of activities: Talking Playing games and sports Doing homework Creating art projects Sharing general life experiences Getting involved in team-building activities Field trips with other mentor/mentee pairs. Matches receive the support of both the Big Brothers Big Sisters Program Coordinator, who facilitates each mentoring session, and the Boys & Girls Clubs staff, who interact with the children and their families on a regular basis. BGCC Mentoring is funded through the generous contributions of the Regenstein Foundation and Kraft Foods, Inc. For information about the program schedule and Club locations currently offering BBBS/BGCC Mentoring, please visit our partner's website here. For more information on the mentor program please call: (312)235-8008 or E-mail: treguboff@bbbschgo.org ------------------------------------------------------------- Life Directions Address: 414 S. Homan 2nd Floor Chicago, Illinois 60624 Chicago, IL 60624 Phone: 773.265.5806 Fax: 773.265.5835 ---------------------------------------------------------------Kismet Family Services Inc 2100 South Indiana Avenue Chicago, IL 60616 (312)842-2345 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Link and Option Center 15652 Homan Ave Harvey IL, 60428-3925 United States Telephone: 7083314880 http://www.link-option.com 15652 Homan Ave Harvey, IL 60428 708-331-4882 www.link-option.com ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Big Brothers Big Sisters Through the school-based mentoring program, CPS students are matched with a mentor for the school year, meeting two to four times per month in a school setting. Along with individual volunteers, corporations, universities, and other organizations partner with BBBS to provide mentors to CPS students at schools in their neighborhoods and communities. Activities can range from homework help and reading to playing games, talking and listening. Involved Schools: Harte, Byrd, Jenner, Medill, Sullivan, Westcott, Herzl, Gale, Field, Emmett, and Ravenswood Number of volunteers: 700 Length of orientation/training: 3 hours Average time commitment per volunteer: 2-4 hours per month Please proceed to the on-line application. Upon completion of the on-line application, you will be contacted by a program volunteer coordinator. You may also contact the volunteer coordinator, DiSheen Smith at 773-553-1540. ---------------------------------------------------------- 100 Black Men of Chicago, Inc. 3473 South M.L. King Jr. Drive, Ste 206, Chgo, IL 60616 Andre Edmonds www.100bmc.org Mentoring the 100Way©   After School Programs - Weekly mentoring sessions with young students at several schools throughout Chicago land area. The programs are centered on building self-esteem to improve the academic performance.. Saturday Mentoring Programs - Building self-esteem to improve the academic performance in all participants. The mentoring program focuses on job preparedness through sequential concepts, which include self-awareness, exploration, and preparation. Mentees take an active role in leadership, individuality, and personal expression. ---------------------------------------------------------------

Politics, Political News - POLITICO.com

Politics, Political News - POLITICO.com

All travelers flying into the U.S. from foreign countries will receive tightened random screening, and 100 percent of passengers from seven terrorism-prone countries will be patted down and have their carry-ons searched, the Obama administration was notifying airlines on Sunday. The more stringent Transportation Security Administration rules, to take effect at midnight, follow the attempted Christmas Day bombing of a U.S. airliner headed into Detroit from Amsterdam.

Politics, Political News - POLITICO.com

Politics, Political News - POLITICO.com

The U.S. Embassy in Yemen announced on its website that it was closed Sunday "in response to ongoing threats by Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula ... to attack American interests in Yemen." President Barack Obama had said in his weekly address on Saturday that the plot for the attempted Christmas Day sky bombing unfolded in Yemen, where extremists trained the suspect, "equipped him with those explosives and directed him to attack that plane headed for America." Yemen adjoins Saudi Arabia and is separated from Somalia by the Gulf of Aden.


The British government joined the United States in closing its embassy in Yemen on Sunday, AP reported. Shutting an embassy is a rare and dire step, dramatizing the Arab nation's emergence as one of the world's premier terrorist havens.

The " real " Tiger Wood's story

Sent to me from a dear high powerd friend who lives in Orlando                             The " real " Tiger story.Maybe....                  The real tiger story (no BS) from a very reliable source I have a Member who lives 10 houses down from Tiger in Isleworth. As we know Tiger's agent is Mark Steinberg. My Member plays golf and is real good friends with another IMG Agent who is very good friends with Steinberg and they share the same office. This information came from the other IMG Agent to my Member, and then to me today, and according to them is up to date as yesterday when my Member left Orlando . On Thanksgiving Day, after he and Elin and the family had Turkey Dinner, he spent the rest of the afternoon on the couch watching football and texting Rachel. After each received and sent text messages he would clear his message box to rid himself of the evidence. Sometime in between there, one of his Orlando buds called him to see if he wanted to get together at the Clubhouse to play poker with the guys, to which Tiger said yes. Tiger left the house around 7:30 to go play poker, and left behind his cell phone....and one message he had forgot to delete from Rachel. When Tiger returned home around 11:30 -12 that night, Elin confronted him about the text message in the phone, and the started a heated discussion to its regards. According to what I was told, there was more "incriminating evidence" than just the text message (i.e. photos). Tiger tried to play it off to Elin by telling her she was reading too much in to it, and did not know the story, etc. Tiger went upstairs to change into his gym shorts and t-shirt, came back down, and Elin confronted him again to which Tiger gave the same story. Tiger sat down in a chair in the living room, and Elin sat across from him urging Tiger to just come clean. Tiger stayed to his guns and denied everything. At one point Tiger turned away to look at the TV, and as he turned back, Elin hit him on the right side of the face with the head of a 9-iron. When she struck Tiger, she put a huge gash in the right side of his face next to his nose and virtually knocking two of his upper teeth out, and breaking the bone on the upper right side. Tiger ran scared as hell out of the house (which is why he had on no shoes) with Elin swinging the golf club throughout the hallway to the garage (i.e causing the severe damage which has been reported). Tiger hopped in the Escalade and tried to leave; and as we know Elin knocked out the windows in the Escalade. When Tiger crashed, Elin panicked and was not sure what to tell the police (which is why there are two conflicting stories from her). When this happened, Elin immediately called Mark Steinberg to tell him what happened, and Mark told Elin to tell him what hospital they were going to, and he would meet them there. Tiger is transported to the hospital with Elin in the ambulance, and as they arrive Mark is there waiting for them. The people from the hospital and the doctors take Tiger in for X-Rays, etc. to check out the damage caused. The doctors tell Mark there is not much they can do to repair the teeth and the gash, but the doctor knows a cosmetic dentist and plastic surgeon in Phoenix who will make Tiger look as if nothing happened. Tiger tells Mark to get the jet ready and head to Phoenix to get this done. Friday after Tiger is released from the hospital, he does not return home, he and Mark board the plane for Phoenix . If you remember FHP kept showing up at Isleworth to talk to Tiger, and was told by another FL attorney (who Tiger hired for PR reasons) Tiger was not ready to talk. Well now we know why, he was in Phoenix , and did not arrive back in Orlando until either late last Wednesday night or early Thursday morning. The surgeries were more intense than what they had originally planned, which meant Tiger was in PHX longer than he should have been. Upon arriving back in Orlando , Tiger and Elin have been in intense marriage counseling sessions (up to 6 to 7 hours a day) every day! Both Tiger and Elin have told the counselors they love each other, and want to make the marriage work. The reports you are reading on TMZ and RadarOnline are about 30% accurate at best according to Mark. In regards to Tiger's boat being in Palm Beach this week, this is true. However, Tiger is not on the boat. Tiger has not returned to his house at Isleworth since the day of the accident except for the therapy sessions. IMG has enlisted the assistance of one of its most recognized sports figures, and Tiger has taken up residence in his neighborhood, i.e. Bay Hill. IMG contacted Arnold Palmer because of the high regard in which Tiger holds Arnold . Arnold has agreed, and IMG has said if anyone can get through to Tiger, Arnold may be the only person who can based on his public persona when he was at the height of his game. The moving trucks being shown on TMZ and RadarOnline are moving out pictures and furniture which was damaged during their Thanksgiving Day argument, not of her moving out. Yes, Elin has retained a divorce attorney, but has not filed any papers, and as of yesterday had no intention on doing so. Tiger has not made any public appearances or statements due to the surgery and plastic surgery he had in PHX. It will be about another month if not more before he gets in front of a camera. Yes, Tiger is hitting golf balls late at night at Bay Hill out of their teaching center (which is equipped with lights). That is as up to date as I have.....

Obama Begins New Year With Eye on Intel - NYTimes.com

Obama Begins New Year With Eye on Intel - NYTimes.com

Obama Begins New Year With Eye on Intel. This incident was a blessing to us in the United States. We get a chance to see what worked, and what did not work. I think we have too mindful of people's "rights" when it comes to the safety of many. Our Congress must become proactive to create Bills that will protect the masses of the United States from terrorism. This includes being proactive with our "federal" judges "legislating" from the bench.

CNN.com - Breaking News, U.S., World, Weather, Entertainment & Video News

CNN.com - Breaking News, U.S., World, Weather, Entertainment & Video News

A suicide car bomb exploded today in the middle of a group of men playing volleyball in northwest Pakistan, killing 40 and wounding 70, district police officials told CNN

Politics, Political News - POLITICO.com

Politics, Political News - POLITICO.com

GOP banks on repeal push for 2010

Charges Against Blackwater Guards Dismissed in Iraq Killings - NYTimes.com

Charges Against Blackwater Guards Dismissed in Iraq Killings - NYTimes.com

"In a significant blow to the Justice Department, a federal judge on Thursday threw out the indictment of five former Blackwater security guards over a shooting in Baghdad in 2007 that left 17 Iraqis dead and about 20 wounded...."

This is outrageous. This is why the world hates us and the legal system in the United States, especially the Muslim world. This federal "judge" made an irrational decision, suggesting the "crime" against humanity is okay. It is irrational to tell people that statements from guards assisted in his ruling to dismiss such a high profile case. This federal "judge" wants his name in the papers, and should get the "notoriety" that comes with it.

Federal judges should not have life-time appointments to our judicial bench. This ruling will bring havoc upon our nation. President Obama, our Congress, and the people of the United States should be outraged at this decision.

CNN.com - Breaking News, U.S., World, Weather, Entertainment & Video News

CNN.com - Breaking News, U.S., World, Weather, Entertainment & Video News

To understand how the suspect in the botched terror attack got on a plane, see how the system is supposed to work

Politics, Political News - POLITICO.com

Politics, Political News - POLITICO.com

Top 10 Obama White House surprises

Crain's Daily News Alert prepared for Top Executives

Viewing on a PDA? Click here.   To view this email in a web browser click here. CHICAGOBUSINESS — POWERED BY CRAIN'S — Daily Business Briefing CRAIN'S LISTS SEND LETTERS TO THE EDITOR MULTIMEDIA COMMERCIAL PROPERTY SEARCH TOP HEADLINES Thursday, December 31, 2009 · Northern Trust pares music from 2010 events: report · General Growth sees narrower Nov. loss · United's janitors in Boston go on strike · 10 things to do this weekend  CRAIN'S BLOGS · Hoffman needs magic to win Senate nom; voter rolls swell: Greg Hinz · Blackstone's seamy side; Harry Caray's Navy Pier debut: Taking Names · The latest job changes and appointments: People on the Move  Markets as of 12:03 p.m. Dow Jones 10,497.05 -51.46 -0.49% NASDAQ 2,285.32 -5.96 -0.26% Crain's Index 88.46 -0.07 -0.07% » View Other Top Headlines ADVERTISEMENT Breakfast w/ CEO of Jones Lang LaSalle Americas: Join the Young Professionals of Chicago on Wed., Feb. 17th as we welcome CEO Peter Roberts to discuss his experience leading one of the world's largest commercial real estate firms, managing 7,700 employees across 5 countries. Click to register: http://www.ypchicago.org/events/event_details.asp?id=88199 OTHER HEADLINES · Boeing pays $18.9M for Dreamliner brakes Daily Herald · AT&T ends partnership with Tiger Woods CNN Money Crain's Chicago Business | 360 N. Michigan Ave. | Chicago, IL 60601 ADVERTISEMENT TODAY'S FEATURES Enterprise City — a small-business blog Venture capitalists forecast a drop in early-stage investing in 2010. Plus: Get small-biz updates from Crain's via Twitter: @EnterpriseCity.Read More · Entrepreneurs in Action - Lesson Learned · Check, Please! visits Vie SIGN UP FOR CUSTOM ALERTS Industries Companies   LISTEN LIVE: Traffic, weather and news from our news partner WBBM-AM.

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>>> Having trouble viewing this newsletter? View as a webpage. Top Stories Thursday, December 31, 2009 Currency exchange owner's body found | VIDEO The body of a North Shore man was found in the trunk of a car in the 5100-block of North St. Louis Avenue Wednesday. Local officials urge New Year's Eve safety | VIDEO Local law enforcement delivered a safety message for people getting ready to ring in the New Year. Fenger student shot and killed on Far South Side Police are looking for the person who shot and killed a 16-year-old Fenger High School student outside a convenience store on the Far South Side. 'Life My Way' shares personal disability stories | VIDEO Hundreds of Illinois residents with developmental disabilities are being recruited to share their personal stories for a unique public awareness campaign. Eatery offers American fare with an Indian twist | VIDEO It's certainly off the beaten path. And despite the primarily Hispanic surroundings in Humboldt Park, Treat manages to carve out a neighborhood vibe that leans toward India. MORE STORIES Strange News List suggests '09 phrases to be banished Semi-nude calendar aims to raise theater money Man's bank quip earns him Champion Liar title Man kills mountain lion eating his llama Troopers find gift-wrapped pot in SUV Consumer GM recalls certain Corvettes Toyota tops auto industry in recalls Tylenol Arthritis Caplet voluntary recall expanded Dealers offering discounts on Saturn, Pontiac cars | VIDEO Illinois logs 8,000 smoking complaints Healthbeat Swine flu not as catchy as other pandemic strains Study: Quit smoking after heart attack to cut death risk Menu labels helping to fight obesity MOST POPULAR Currency exchange owner's body found New Ill. laws go into effect in January Historic Lake Forest home damaged in fire 11 Canada goose carcasses found in Naperville Roselle bank robbery investigated All Most Popular Advertisement TODAY'S WEATHER OUTLOOK 31°F 9°F Snow early this morning; otherwise, cloudy and colder Hour-by-Hour | 7 Day Forecast | Radar & Satellite TONIGHT ON ABC 7:00 PM Wild Hogs 9:00 PM Dick Clark's Primetime New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2010 10:00 PM ABC 7 News 10:30 PM Dick Clark's Primetime New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2010 Lottery Results Your Daily Horoscope Timeline of news events in 2009 An extensive chronology of news events across the globe during 2009. Notable deaths in 2009 Chicago's 2009 in review 2009: The Year in Entertainment & Pop Culture 2009's national news in pictures International news in 2009 List suggests '09 phrases to be banished In its annual effort to protect the Queen's English, a Michigan university is insisting that "shovel ready" be buried, "tweet" be tossed and all "czars" be banished. Survey names most annoying phrases Timeline of news events in 2009 Notable deaths in 2009 SUBSCRIPTION OPTIONS I'd like to receive the following newsletters from abc7chicago.com Sign up for news alerts Daily Weather | Daily News | 190 North SUBSCRIPTION OPTIONS Sign up for news alerts

AT&T is latest to end Tiger Woods sponsorship - Golf - Yahoo! Sports

AT&T is latest to end Tiger Woods sponsorship - Golf - Yahoo! Sports

AAT&T Inc. said Thursday it would no longer sponsor Tiger Woods, joining Accenture in dropping support for the world’s top golfer, who’s taking a break from the sport to focus on his marriage after his admitted infidelity.