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AT&T unveils new wireless data plans with data caps, tiered pricing
NEW YORK -- AT&T Inc. will stop letting new customers sign up for its unlimited Internet data plan for smart phones and iPads, hoping to ease congestion on its network by charging the people who use the most data more.
Feds open probe of oil spill
Attorney General Eric Holder said Tuesday that federal authorities have opened criminal and civil investigations into the nation's worst oil spill, and BP lost billions in market value when shares dropped in the first trading day since the company failed yet again to plug the gusher.
NATION IN BRIEF: Al, Tipper Gore, to separate after 40 years together
Former Vice President Al Gore and his wife, Tipper, are separating after 40 years of marriage that included a White House run when their sunny relationship offered a counterpoint to President Bill Clinton's philandering.
WORLD IN BRIEF: Black boxes in crash reveal pilots warned
Poland published cockpit conversations Tuesday of the final minutes before the April plane crash that killed President Lech Kaczynski, revealing that pilots decided to land in heavy fog despite warnings from air traffic controllers about poor visibility.
A step forward: Governor signs Water Stewardship Act
On Tuesday on the shore of Lake Lanier, Gov. Sonny Perdue signed the Water Stewardship Act of 2010, which focuses on conserving, capturing and controlling Georgia's water.
Breast cancer genes, lifestyle not linked
LONDON -- Genes that make women more susceptible to breast cancer don't have any link to lifestyle factors that also raise their risk, a new study says.
PEOPLE IN BRIEF: James Bond's Aston Martin for sale at auction
The Aston Martin driven by Sean Connery in the James Bond movies is going on sale at a London auction in October.
Hi-Hope CEO set to retire
A decade ago, Alice Cunningham never would have expected to become the CEO of a nonprofit dedicated to adults with developmental disabilities.
Rotary honors safety officials with awards
Several public safety officials who risked their lives to save others during September's historic floods and a firefighter who started a mentoring program were honored Tuesday with awards from the Rotary Club of Gwinnett County.
Authorities: Memorial Day fatal accidents down again
Knock on wood. Gwinnett County is nearing the half-decade mark in its streak of zero Memorial Day weekend traffic fatalities.
DNA key in '99 rape trial opening today
Opening statements are expected today in a 1999 rape case that police believe they cracked with a DNA match found nine years after the attack.
Expert: Gas prices expected to drop even more
Gasoline prices dropped Tuesday for the 26th straight day as lower oil prices continued to trickle down to drivers paying at the pumps.
Ready to read: Library gears up for summer programs
Although summer has just begun for thousands of students in Rockdale County, Nancy Guinn Library officials hope children of all ages will come to the library for some reading and even a little fun over the next couple of months.
Two years away don't slow down Grayson's Clay
LOGANVILLE -- Despite being home-schooled the past two years, Alex Clay knew what high school academics and athletics were both like.After all, she had experienced both as a freshman at Grayson High School three years ago.And she missed them."I always enjoyed playing high school tennis. I loved being part of a team. I loved being part of that atmosphere," Clay said. "I missed going to all the football games and hanging out with my friends all the time. I just wanted to be a normal high school student again."
Chang thrives under pressure for Wolves
NORCROSS -- As a veteran of USTA tournament tennis and carrying a No. 40 ranking among all Georgia 18-and-under boys singles players, Norman Chang has understood living up to expectations and playing under pressure for some time.Still, after serving as Wesleyan's No. 1 singles player as a sophomore a year ago, Chang's ability to handle both definitely took a step up to another level this spring."Anytime you get a chance to play at the No. 1 spot, you feel more comfortable at that position," Wolves coach Brad Dehem said of the Daily Post's Boys Tennis Player of the Year. "I always joke with Norman that he's got ice water in his veins. He's so calm and collected under pressure, and I think that situation transfers to everyone on the team."Chang gave his teammates plenty of reason to feel confident in both him and themselves this season.
Stinchcomb part of Gwinnett's first HOF class
Having shed 100 pounds from his playing weight, Matt Stinchcomb no longer looks the part of a Georgia All-American and NFL offensive tackle.The weight was no longer necessary when a back injury ended his pro career, so dropping it made him look more and more like a former Bulldog basketball player instead of a football player as his near 6-foot-7 frame slimmed down. Though he has distanced himself from football in that regard, the Parkview grad still remains heavily linked to the sport that made him famous.
Green sent to AAA
Green sent to AAA
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Sports briefs
Feds open criminal probe of Gulf oil spill
PORT FOURCHON, La. -- Attorney General Eric Holder said Tuesday that federal authorities have opened criminal and civil investigations into the nation's worst oil spill, and BP lost billions in market value when shares dropped in the first trading day since the company failed yet again to plug the gusher.
THOMAS: Again, Israel defends itself to the chagrin of the world
Does it strike anyone else as beyond coincidence that within hours of Israel’s commando raid on a flotilla of ships bound for Gaza — ships supposedly containing “humanitarian supplies,” and left-wing “peace activists” — that demonstrations broke out in Europe and outside the Israeli Embassy in Washington? And how about the U.N. Security Council, which often acts in slow motion, except when it has the opportunity to criticize Israel. It sprang into action on Memorial Day to listen to haters of the Jewish state denounce Israel as if it already knew who was to blame for the nine civilian deaths and the many wounded. The Council has now called for an “impartial” and “transparent” investigation.
BUSINESS IN BRIEF: Thrift store to support animal-related nonprofits
Thrift store to support animal-related nonprofits
DNA key in '99 rape trial opening today
LAWRENCEVILLE — Opening statements are expected today in a 1999 rape case that police believe they cracked with a DNA match found nine years after the attack.
Buford church hosting stroke screenings
BUFORD — A Buford church will be hosting stroke and osteoporosis screenings in July.
GMC-Duluth announces teaching program
DULUTH — Gwinnett Medical Center — Duluth has announced the initiation of a medical student teaching program in partnership with the Georgia campus of the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in Suwanee.
Two years away don't slow down Grayson's Clay
LOGANVILLE — Despite being home-schooled the past two years, Alex Clay knew what high school academics and athletics were both like.
CLINE: The triathlon of traveling in the skies
The conversation surprised me, but it shouldn’t have. Flying home on Memorial Day, I was waiting to check in behind a couple who did not have boarding passes. The plane was overbooked, so the couple was told they would have to wait for an open seat.
IN BRIEF: Chattahoochee rescue third in a week
Chattahoochee rescue third in a week
Stinchcomb part of Gwinnett's first HOF class
Having shed 100 pounds from his playing weight, Matt Stinchcomb no longer looks the part of a Georgia All-American and NFL offensive tackle.
G-Braves hold on to win postponed game with Indians
LAWRENCEVILLE — At least the Gwinnett Braves and Indianapolis Indians were finally able to complete their game that started Monday.
PEOPLE IN BRIEF: James Bond's Aston Martin for sale at auction
James Bond’s Aston Martin for sale at auction
Hewlett-Packard to cut 9K jobs; see $1B in charges
PALO ALTO, Calif. -- Hewlett-Packard Co. said Tuesday it will cut about 9,000 jobs and take $1 billion in charges over three years as it creates fully automated commercial data centers.
Ted Koppel's son, 40, found dead in NYC apartment
NEW YORK -- The 40-year-old son of former ABC News anchor Ted Koppel was found dead in an apartment in upper Manhattan, and the cause of death is being investigated, authorities said Tuesday.
Al-Qaida: No. 3 official killed with family
WASHINGTON -- Al-Qaida announced Monday that its No. 3 official, Mustafa al-Yazid, had been killed along with members of his family -- perhaps one of the most severe blows to the terror movement since the U.S. campaign against al-Qaida began. A U.S. official said al-Yazid was believed to have died in a U.S. missile strike.
Activists send new boat to challenge Gaza blockade
JERUSALEM -- Pro-Palestinian activists sent another boat to challenge Israel's blockade of the Gaza Strip on Tuesday and Egypt declared it was temporarily opening a crossing into the Palestinian territory after a botched raid on an aid flotilla that ended with Israeli soldiers killing nine activists.
WEATHER: Tropical Storm Agatha kills 150 in Central America
GUATEMALA CITY -- Flooding and landslides from the season's first tropical storm have killed at least 150 people and made thousands homeless in Central America, officials said.
Charles Rigdon
Over the course of nearly forty years of private practice in Tucker, Georgia, thousands of local animal lovers came to rely on the caring and professionalism of one man to ...
Robert Wright
147;BOB” Robert (Bob) Elwyn Wright, 71 suddenly passed away on May 27, 2010. Bob was born July 14, 1938 in Birmingham, Alabama to the late Oscar Bishop Wright ...
Richard Clay
Mr. Richard Anthony Clay, age 64, of Sugar Hill, GA passed away on Monday, May 31, 2010. Service and Arrangements by: Junior E. Flanigan of Flanigan Funeral Home and Crematory ...
Gordon Elliott
Gordon Earl Elliott of Duluth, GA, formerly of Covington, LA passed away on May 27, 2010 at the age of 92 years. He is survived by his beloved wife of ...
Lura Cronic
Lura Lee Abner “Lou” Cronic, age 82, of Winder, GA, passed away May 28, 2010. Arrangements by Smith Funeral Home, Memory Chapel 770-867-4553
Samuel Gardner, Jr.
Samuel A. Gardner, Jr., age 80, of Braselton GA passed away May 30, 2010. Funeral arrangements are pending with Bill Head Funeral Homes and Crematory, Inc., Duluth Chapel 770-476-2535
Larry Wrinkle
Larry W. Wrinkle, age 61, of Doraville, GA, passed away May 29, 2010. Arrangements by Crowell Brothers Peachtree Chapel Funeral Home, 770-448-5757
Michael Johnson
Mr. Michael Earl “Mike” Johnson, age 46, of Flowery Branch, GA passed away Sunday May 30, 2010. Funeral Arrangements will be announced by Hamilton Mill Memorial Chapel. 770-945-6924 ...
Richard Evans
Richard Evans, age 76, of Lilburn, died Monday, May 31, 2010. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Wednesday, June 2, 2010 at Harmony Grove United Methodist Church in ...
Marion Weeks
Marion Lois Weeks, age 82 of Stone Mountain, GA passed away May 29, 2010. Arrangements by Tom M. Wages Funeral Service, LLC, Snellville Chapel, 770-979-3200
George Roberts
George J. Roberts, age 84 of Lawrenceville, passed away on Sunday, May 30, 2010. Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, June 2, 2010 at 2 PM in the Lawrenceville ...
