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St. John’s runs Duke ragged

NEW YORK — Teams that beat Duke have reason to celebrate. Teams that blow Duke out of the building should be able to party all night.

Problems put new chief judge in hot seat

About $10 million in renovations are under way at the Regional Justice Center, but not one dime will go to purchase a much-needed window shade for new Chief Judge Jennifer Togliatti, who took over for District Judge Art Ritchie Jan. 1.

Elderly couple dies in Arizona crash

KINGMAN, Ariz.– An elderly couple died Sunday after a single-vehicle crash on U.S. Highway 95 in northwest Arizona.

Firth, Portman, Bale, Leo capture Screen Actors Guild prizes

The British monarchy saga “The King’s Speech” won the best-actor trophy tonight for Colin Firth and a second honor for its overall cast at the Screen Actors Guild Awards.

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