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The Daily Illini
The independent student newspaper at the University of Illinois since 1871

The Daily Illini
The independent student newspaper at the University of Illinois since 1871

The Daily Illini
Chicago Bears quarterback Rex Grossman, left, and head coach Lovie Smith wait for the trophy presentation following the NFC championship football game against the New Orleans Saints, Sunday, Jan. 21, 2007, in Chicago. The Bears defeated the Saints 39-14 t (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)

[Photo] Radio Update: Dave Wischnowsky on Lovie Smith rumors

By Joey Gelman • Mar 6, 2016
Shawn McLoughlin gives a thumbs up to motorists who honk their horn for Gay Rights during a Gay rights rally in the Boystown neighborhood of Chicago, Wednesday, June 26, 2013. In a major victory for gay rights, the Supreme Court on Wednesday struck down a provision of a federal law denying federal benefits to married gay couples and cleared the way for the resumption of same-sex marriage in California. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)

[Photo] UI opts out of Campus Pride survey

By Abigale Svoboda • Sep 3, 2015
Xavier mascot Arick Stall, left, wearing the costume of D'Artagnan, talks with mascot Abby Strietmann, wearing the costume of the Blue Blob, prior to a game between Xavier and Dayton Thursday, March 5, 2009, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Al Behrman)

[Photo] Fragrant foul: Malodorous mascots in March madness

By Joe Kay • Mar 12, 2009
Laurie Beggin works with a piece of glass in the studio of her home near Warrensburg, Ill., on Oct. 15, 2008. Stephen Haas, The Associated Press

[Photo] Illinois woman’s stained glass shines coast-to-coast

By Tony Reid • Mar 11, 2009
In this Feb. 22, 2009 file photo, Jay Leno arrives at the Vanity Fair Oscar party in West Hollywood, Calif. Evan Agostini, The Associated Press

[Photo] Leno to give Michigan’s unemployed a free show

By The Associated Press • Mar 11, 2009
A detail of the newly discovered portrait of William Shakespeare, presented by the Shakespeare Birthplace trust, is seen in central London, Monday March 9, 2009. Lefteris Pitarakis, The Associated Press

[Photo] Did a Bard contemporary brush up on Shakespeare?

By Gregory Katz • Mar 10, 2009
Michigan guard C.J. Lee, left, and Minnesota guard Devoe Joseph race for the ball in Minneapolis on Saturday. The Wolverines and Gophers, who both finished 9-9 in conference, are two of a handful of teams hoping to earn NCAA Tournament invitations. The Associated Press

[Photo] In bruising Big Ten, 9 teams eye NCAA tourney

By Genaro C. Armas • Mar 10, 2009
In this Jan. 11, 2009 file photo, Drew Barrymore poses backstage at the 66th Annual Golden Globe Awards in Beverly Hills, Calif. Mark J.Terrill, The Associated Press

[Photo] Barrymore says she’d like to helm ‘Twilight’ film

By Rob Merrill • Mar 10, 2009
Charles Rex Arbogast, The Associated Press

[Photo] Mourners pay tribute to radio legend Paul Harvey

By Rupa Shenoy • Mar 9, 2009
Marty Caivano, The Associated Press

[Photo] University hopes Bill Ayers’ stay on campus will ‘sustain dialogue’

By Jennifer Wheeler • Mar 9, 2009
Saint Xavier University professors Nelson Hathcock, left, and Jim Walker, seen in Chicago on Jan. 29, 2009, co-authored a chapter in the recently released book Brett Roseman, The Associated Press

[Photo] Illinois professors help write book about beer advertising

By Duaa Eldeib • Mar 9, 2009
Sen. Edward Kennedy, D-Mass., second from right, watches President Barack Obama during a musical birthday salute to Kennedy with first lady Michelle Obama, second from left, his wife, Vicki Kennedy, right, and Sen. John Kerry, D-Mass. Kevin Wolf, The Associated Press

[Photo] Musical birthday salute on tap for Ted Kennedy

Mar 9, 2009
Penn State forward Jamelle Cornley (2) tries to put the ball up between Illinois forward Mike Davis, left, and center Mike Tisdale, right, during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in State College, Pa., Thursday, March 5, 2009. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

[Photo] Illini cough up lead in final second

By Genaro C. Armas • Mar 6, 2009
In this Feb. 7, 2009 file photo, Chris Brown arrives at the Clive Davis pre-Grammy party in Beverly Hills, Calif. Matt Sayles, The Associated Press

[Photo] Chris Brown charged with 2 felonies

Mar 6, 2009
Illinois forward Lacey Simpson, right, drives to the basket against Penn State forward Julia Trogele during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game at the Big Ten Conference women's tournament in Indianapolis, Thursday, March 5, 2009. Illinois won 58-49. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)

[Photo] Simpson steals Big Ten Tournament game for Illini women

By Anthony Zilis • Mar 6, 2009
In this image released by ABC, Jason Mesnick, right, is shown with Molly Malaney on the season finale of Matt Klitscher, The Associated Press

[Photo] Producer: ‘Bachelor’ finale wasn’t fixed

By Crin Carlson • Mar 5, 2009
** FILE ** This is a Dec. 3, 2008 file photo showing Houston Rockets' Luther Head (2) driving around Los Angeles Clippers' Paul Davis (40) during the third quarter of an NBA basketball in Houston. Seeking backcourt help going into the playoff run, the Miami Heat agreed to a deal with combo guard Luther Head on Wednesday March 4, 2009, for the remainder of the season. Head was waived Monday by the Houston Rockets, for whom he played 255 games in his first four NBA seasons. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip, File)

[Photo] Heat add combo guard Luther Head

By Tim Reynolds • Mar 5, 2009
Axel Heimken, The Associated Press

[Photo] Singer Phil Collins finds new passion in the Alamo

By The Associated Press • Mar 5, 2009
Bryant University lacrosse coach Mike Pressler presides over the team's practice on campus in Smithfield, R.I. Thursday, Feb. 26, 2009. Pressler was convinced he'd never coach again after he was forced to resign from Duke University, when three of his lacrosse players were accused of raping a stripper. But three years later, with allegations debunked, Pressler is relishing a resurgent career at Bryant University. (AP Photo/Elise Amendola)

[Photo] Ex-Duke lacrosse coach finds success at RI program

By Eric Tucker • Mar 4, 2009
Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn speaks during a Pulaski Day Celebration on Monday at the Polish Museum of America in Chicago. Brigadier Gen. Casimir Pulaski, known as the father of the American cavalry, died after being wounded in October 1779 in a battle to take back Savannah, Ga., from the British. M. Spencer Green, The Associated Press

[Photo] AP review shows that Gov. Quinn often paid own travel expenses

By JOHN O’CONNOR The Associated Press • Mar 4, 2009
Bruce Cooper, left, father of Oakland Raiders linebacker Marquis Cooper; Donald Nicholson, friend of the family, second from left; and Ray Sanchez, right, cousin of Marquis Cooper, speak Tuesday at the Coast Guard station in St. Petersburg, Fla., with family and friends. Cooper is one of the three players still missing. Cherie Diez, The Associated Press

[Photo] Search ends for NFL players lost off Fla. coast

By Christine Armario • Mar 4, 2009
In this image released by ABC, Jason Mesnick, left, selects Melissa Rycroft to propose to on the season finale of Matt Klitscher, The Associated Press

[Photo] ‘The Bachelor’ dumps fiancee Melissa for runner-up

By Erin Carlson • Mar 4, 2009
Seattle Mariners outfielder Ken Griffey Jr.. left, throws while Prentice Redman, right, looks on during spring training baseball Sunday, Feb. 22, 2009 in Peoria, Ariz. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

[Photo] Griffey’s knee better for Wednesday debut

By Gregg Bell • Mar 3, 2009
Nick Schuyler is wheeled into Tampa General Hospital in Tampa, Fla., on Monday. Schuyler, a former University of South Florida football player, was rescued off the Florida coast. Three other men remain missing after their boat flipped over about 35 miles off Clearwater, Fla. The 21-foot boat was anchored in rough seas when it flipped, Schuyler said. Alexandra Zayas, The Associated Press

[Photo] Search narrows for NFL players off Fla. Gulf Coast

By Christine Armario • Mar 3, 2009
Lindsay Lohan, center, attends the Charlotte Ronson Fall 2009 fashion show at Bryant Park on Feb. 13 in New York. Evan Agostini, The Associated Press

[Photo] Column: The skinny on celeb fashion news

By Colleen Loggins • Mar 3, 2009
Brazilian race driver Helio Castroneves, right, accompanied by his sister, Katiucia Castroneves, arrive at federal court in Miami, Monday, March 2, 2009. Alan Diaz, The Associated Press

[Photo] Tax trial opens for ‘Dancing with the Stars’ champ Castroneves

By Curt Anderson • Mar 3, 2009
Indiana 's Verdell Jones III, right, drives past Penn State's Talor Battle during the first half of their NCAA college basketball game in State College, Pa., Saturday, Feb. 28 2009. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

[Photo] NCAA hopes for Penn State may rest on final week

By Genaro C. Armas • Mar 3, 2009
**FILE** In this March 21, 2001 file photo, Paul Harvey is seen in Phoenix. Paul Harvey, the news commentator and talk-radio pioneer whose staccato style made him one of the nation's most familiar voices, died Saturday, Feb. 28, 2009 in Arizona, according to ABC Radio Networks. He was 90. (AP Photo/The Arizona Republic, Suzanne Starr) **MARICOPA COUNTY OUT, MESA TRIBUNE OUT, MAGS OUT, NO SALES**

[Photo] Broadcasting pioneer Paul Harvey dies at 90

By Rupa Shenoy • Mar 2, 2009
Bernie Yuman, manager of illusionists Siegfried and Roy, arrives at the Bellagio hotel-casino for the Keep Memory Alive Foundation benefit event, Saturday, Feb. 28, 2009 in Las Vegas. Louie Traub, The Associated Press

[Photo] Siegfried and Roy take final bow for charity

By Kathleen Hennessey • Mar 2, 2009
Tanya Duarte and her husband, Fernando, look over bills while their son Jordan looks on, onFeb. 19 in Fresno, Calif. Due to the recession, the Duartes, like many families throughout the country, are close to losing their home. Gary Kazanjian, The Associated Press

[Photo] Recession produces large state budget deficits

By Michael Hill • Mar 2, 2009
Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones speaks during a news conference Feb. 17 in Arlington, Texas. Jones has revolutionized the Cowboys and business in the NFL. Matt Slocum, The Associated Press

[Photo] 20 years later, Jones rules Cowboys strong as ever

By Jamie Aron • Feb 25, 2009
Chicago Cubs' Ryan Dempster has some fun as he poses with a hockey stick during the team's picture day at spring training baseball Monday, Feb. 23, 2009, in Mesa, Ariz. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)

[Photo] Cubs RHP Dempster hoping for better ending

By Rick Gano – The Associated Press • Feb 25, 2009
**FOR USE ANYTIME WITH BURRIS STORIES ** ** FILE** In this Dec. 30, 2008, file photo Gov. Rod Blagojevich stuns everyone at a Chicago news conference by naming Roland Burris as Illinois' junior senator, appointing him to the very seat the governor is accused of trying to sell. At the time, Burris said he had no connection to the charges against Blagojevich and the next day insisted that being named to the Senate by Blagojevich doesn't mean he is tainted by the scandal. "I am not associated with him," Burris said. "He's carrying out his constitutional and statutory duties. That is not being 'associated' with him." (AP Photo/Paul Beaty)

[Photo] State bailing on Burris

Feb 20, 2009
This screen grab released by Electronic Arts shows a scene from "Alice". The Associated Press

[Photo] ‘Alice’ video game designer returning to Wonderland

By Derrik J. Lang • Feb 20, 2009
Sacramento Kings center Brad Miller, left, defends against Chicago Bulls center Joakim Noah during the first quarter of a game in Sacramento, Calif., Jan. 30. The Bulls acquired Miller on Wednesday. Rich Pedroncelli, The Associated Press

[Photo] Bulls get Miller, Salmons from Kings

By Greg Beacham • Feb 19, 2009
U.S. Sen. Roland Burris walks past reporters on Tuesday after a tour of the Emergency Response Center at the headquarters of State Farm in Bloomington, Ill. Carlos T. Miranda, The Associated Press

[Photo] Burris tried to raise funds for Blagojevich

By JOHN O’CONNOR The Associated Press • Feb 18, 2009
Rubina Ali Qureshi, 9, centre, jumps rope as her friends look on near her home in a slum in Bandra, suburban Mumbai, India, Sunday, Jan. 25, 2009. Gautam Singh, The Associated Press

[Photo] ‘Slumdog Millionaire’ kid stars face uphill battle

By Erika Kinetz • Feb 18, 2009
Justin Timberlake poses backstage before the William Rast fall 2009 collection show during Fashion Week Monday, Feb. 16, 2009 in New York. Jason DeCrow, The Associated Press

[Photo] Timberlake tops GQ’s list of ’10 Most Stylish Men’

By The Associated Press • Feb 17, 2009
Olympic gold medalist Michael Phelps answers questions before training at the Meadowbrook Aquatic Center on Feb. 6, in Baltimore. Gail Burton, The Associated Press

[Photo] SC sheriff: No pot charge for Phelps after photo

By Seanna Adcox • Feb 17, 2009
Matt Kenseth celebrates after winning the rain-shortened NASCAR Daytona 500 auto race at Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Fla., Sunday, Feb. 15, 2009. Don Montague, The Associated Press

[Photo] Kenseth set for post-Daytona limelight

By Mike Harris • Feb 17, 2009
Western All-Star Shaquille O'Neal (32) of the Phoenix Suns and Western All-Star Kobe Bryant (24) of the Los Angeles Lakers share the MVP award after the NBA All-Star basketball game Sunday, Feb. 15, 2009, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)

[Photo] NBA to resume with Bryant harboring title hopes

By Brian Mahoney • Feb 17, 2009
Sen. Roland Burris, D-Ill., speaks during a press conference outside the Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church in Chicago on Monday. Burris submitted an affidavit on Monday detailing his correspondence with Robert Blagojevich held before being appointed t Paul Beaty, The Associated Press

[Photo] Affidavit details Burris’ link to Rob Blagojevich

By Don Babwin • Feb 17, 2009
Illinois' Lacey Simpson pulls down a rebound in front of Purdue's Natasha Bogdanova during an NCAA college basketball game Sunday, Feb. 15, 2009, in West Lafayette, Ind. Purdue beat Illinois 68-50. (AP Photo/Journal & Courier, John Terhune)

[Photo] Women’s basketball’s defensive game allows Purdue to roll

By Anthony Zilis • Feb 17, 2009
Senator Roland Burris, D-Ill. speaks during a press conference in Chicago, Sunday, Feb. 15, 2009. Burris fielded questions about a major omission from the testimony he made in January to a state House committee investigating former Gov. Rod Blagojevich's impeachment. (AP Photo/David Banks)

[Photo] Testimony omission spurs Burris criticism

By Rupa Shenoy • Feb 16, 2009
This undated photo provided by kidthing, inc. shows a letter and drawing for President Barack Obama by Anthony Pape, 10, of Dubois, Pa. The Associated Press

[Photo] New e-book captures kids’ hopes, dreams for Obama

By Leanne Italie • Feb 16, 2009
Purdue's FahKara Malone, front, steals the ball from Illinois' Lydia McCully during an NCAA college basketball game Sunday, Feb. 15, 2009, in West Lafayette, Ind. Purdue beat Illinois 68-50. (AP Photo/Journal & Courier, John Terhune)

[Photo] Boilermakers tower over Illini women in 68-50 win

By Bret Greenberg • Feb 16, 2009
n this photo released by CBS, actor Joaquin Phoenix, left, waives to the audience from the set of the "The Late Show with David Letterman," in New York, Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2009 as host David Letterman watches from the desk. J.P. Flio, The Associated Press

[Photo] Joaquin’s Letterman appearance becomes instant classic

By David Bauder • Feb 13, 2009
President Barack Obama addresses employees at the Caterpillar plant in East Peoria, Ill., Thursday. Charles Rex Arbogast, The Associated Press

[Photo] Caterpillar head: Cuts likely before it can rehire

By David Mercer • Feb 13, 2009
Michael Becker, The Associated Press

[Photo] American Idol semifinalist disqualified

By The Associated Press • Feb 13, 2009
In this image released by Disney/Pixar, a scene from the animated feature, "Up," is shown. The Associated Press

[Photo] ‘Up’ with Pixar: ‘WALL-E’ makers offer sneak peek

By David Germain • Feb 12, 2009
Nam Y. Huh, The Associated Press

[Photo] Writer discovers personal tie to Lincoln

By Don Baldwin • Feb 12, 2009
Mark Wertz and his daughters, Alissa and Lauren, paddle toward the setting sun as they re-enter the Illinois River from Sanganois Conservation Area to return to their put-in point in Browning, Ill., on Oct. 19, 2008. David Zalaznik, The Associated Press

[Photo] Sanganois State Conservation Area in danger of destruction

By Clare Howard • Feb 12, 2009
Charlotte Bobcats managing partner Michael Jordan reacts from the sidelines during a Jan. 3 game against the Milwaukee Bucks in Charlotte, N.C. Jordan insists his decisions will result in growth for the team. Chuck Burton, The Associated Press

[Photo] Jordan acknowledges mistakes, confident in future

By Mike Cranston • Feb 11, 2009
Live Nation CEO Michael Rapino is interviewed at his office in Beverly Hills, Calif., Thursday, Jan. 15, 2009. Nick Ut, The Associated Press

[Photo] Live Nation, Ticketmaster begin defending merger

By Ryan Nakashima • Feb 11, 2009
** FILE ** This July 2, 2008 file photo shows Houston Astros' Miguel Tejada sitting in the dugout after flying out in the ninth inning of the Astros' 4-1 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers in a baseball game in Houston. All-Star shortstop Miguel Tejada has been charged with lying to Congress about steroids. Tejada is scheduled to appear in court Wednesday Feb. 11, 2009 where he is expected to plead guilty. (AP Photo/Pat Sullivan, File)

[Photo] Tejada charged with lying about steroids

By Devlin Barrett • Feb 11, 2009
Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn waves to the crowd at an assembly at Collinsville High School on Friday to honor several people who saved a life in December. Tim Vizer, The Associated Press

[Photo] Quinn orders spending cuts

By Christopher Wills • Feb 11, 2009
Indiana's Nick Williams (20) shoots between Michigan State's Goran Suton, left, and Delvon Roe during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game Saturday, Feb. 7, 2009, in East Lansing, Mich. Michigan State won 75-47. (AP Photo/Al Goldis)

[Photo] Everybody’s a player in rough, tough Big Ten

By Rusty Miller • Feb 10, 2009
Sen. Edward M. Kennedy, D-Mass., center, and Sen. John Kerry, D-Mass., left, walk away after speaking with media before the stimulus bill vote in Washington on Monday. Lawrence Jackson, The Associated Press

[Photo] Stimulus bill ekes through Senate vote

By David Espo. The Associated Press • Feb 10, 2009
In a Dec. 12, 2008 file photo singers Rihanna and Chris Brown perform at Madison Square Garden in New York. Rihanna and Brown were last minute absences at the Grammy Awards Sunday Feb. 8, 2009. Evan Agostini, The Associated Press

[Photo] Wrigley suspends Chris Brown ad campaign

By The Associated Press • Feb 10, 2009
T.I., left, and Tiny arrive at the 51st Annual Grammy Awards on Sunday, Feb. 8, 2009, in Los Angeles. Chris Pizzello, The Associated Press

[Photo] T.I. talks about reality show, facing prison

By Mesfin Fekadu • Feb 10, 2009
Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn introduces his new Chief of Staff Jerome Stermer, center, and Theodore T. Chung, left, as his general counsel Monday, Feb. 9, 2009, in Chicago. Jose M. Osorio, The Associated Press

[Photo] Gov. Quinn appoints Stermer as lieutenant

By Deanna Bellandi • Feb 10, 2009
President Barack Obama answers a question during his first prime time televised news conference in the White House in Washington on Monday. Evan Vucci, The Associated Press

[Photo] Congress must act despite disagreements, Obama says

By Jennifer Loven • Feb 10, 2009
In this image released by CBS, Capt. Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger is shown with Katie Couric at home in his kitchen in Danville, Calif., on Jan. 30, 2009. CBS, Sam Painter, The Associated Press

[Photo] Hudson ‘miracle’ pilot gets applause on Broadway

By Samantha Gross • Feb 9, 2009
Senate Majority Whip Sen. Dick Durbin, D-Ill., is pursued by reporters as he returns to the Senate floor during deliberations on the economic stimulus bill, Friday night, Feb. 6, 2009, at the Capitol in Washington. J. Scott Applewhite, The Associated Press

[Photo] WHO GETS WHAT: Billions to colleges and students

By Justin Pope • Feb 9, 2009
Keith Bradley of Gurnee, Ill., reacts to getting buzzed by a helicopter from a fellow radio control club member at The Field House Sports & Fitness Center in Waukegan, Ill., Jan. 16, 2009. Joe Shuman, The Associated Press

[Photo] Fliers take their planes indoors

By Dan Moran • Feb 9, 2009
Movie and TV producer and CEO of Electric Entertainment Dean Devlin is shown inside the screening/mixing stage room at his facility, Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2009, in Los Angeles. Ric Francis, The Associated Press

[Photo] Producer Dean Devlin pursues a digital future

By Lynn Elber • Feb 6, 2009
A woman walks through the electronics section of the Wal-Mart at Steelyard Commons, Thursday, Feb. 5, 2009, in Cleveland. The big exception in Thursday's parade of weak retail sales was Wal-Mart, which posted a 2.1 percent increase in same-store sales, excluding fuel. (AP Photo/Tony Dejak)

[Photo] ‘Consumers have one focus’

Feb 6, 2009
In this May 27, 2008 file photo, U.S. singer Neil Diamond performs during his concert in Munich, southern Germany. The Associated Press

[Photo] Star-studded lineup to honor Neil Diamond

Feb 6, 2009
**FILE**This undated file photo, provided by Born Free USA, is among the images placed in evidence by a coalition of animal welfare groups in their lawsuit against Ringling Bros.' Circus claiming that circus elephants are sometimes chained for days at a time. The coalition requested an injunction Wednesday, May 21, 2008, to halt the practice while battling to bring its long-running lawsuit to trial. (AP Photo/Born Free USA, Bradley Stookey) **NO SALES **

[Photo] Activists, Ringling Bros. square off over elephant abuse debate

By Nedra Pickler • Feb 5, 2009
** EMBARGOED ONLINE AND TV UNTIL 3:01 AM EDT THURSDAY, FEB. 5, 2009 ** The characters Alice and the White Rabbit from "Alice in Wonderland" have been added to the "It's A Small World" ride seen at Disneyland in Anaheim, Calif. on Friday, Jan. 23, 2009. (AP Photo/Damian Dovarganes)

[Photo] Disney adds fantasy in ‘Small World’ remake

By Gillian Flaccus • Feb 5, 2009
Lake Travis quarterback Garrett Gilbert runs with the ball against Killeen in a football game in Austin, Texas, Dec. 6. Larry Kolvoord, The Associated Press

[Photo] Texas offers standout players for signing day

By Schuyler Dixon • Feb 4, 2009
In this July 21, 2008 file photo, British actor Christian Bale arrives for the European Premiere of "The Dark Knight." Joel Ryan, The Associated Press

[Photo] Batman goes Bale-istic with tirade on crew

By The Associated Press • Feb 4, 2009
During a meeting on Capitol Hill in Washington on Tuesday, Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn, center, speaks to, from left, Sen. Roland Burris, D-Ill., Sen. Richard Durbin, D-Ill., Quinn, Rep. Jesse Jackson, Jr., D-Ill., and Rep. Phil Hare, D-Ill. Susan Walsh, The Associated Press

[Photo] Quinn meets Obama, Ill. senators in D.C.

By The Associated Press • Feb 4, 2009
South squad quarterback Pat White arrives for Senior Bowl football practice in Fairhope, Ala. on Jan. 19. The annual pursuit of the perfect recruit culminates Wednesday with national signing day. Dave Martin, The Associated Press

[Photo] Recruiting still a tricky business

By Chris Talbott • Feb 4, 2009
Charles Dharapak, The Associated Press

[Photo] Mrs. Obama’s new roles as first lady, mom-in-chief

By Darlene Superville • Feb 2, 2009
Chris Pizzello, The Associated Press

[Photo] Danny Boyle’s ‘Slumdog Millionaire’ wins DGA honor

By David Germain • Feb 2, 2009
This image provided by Madame Tussauds shows senior sculptor Colin Jackson working on a clay head mold of first lady Michelle Obama at Merlin Studios in London. The Associated Press

[Photo] Madame Tussauds to unveil wax figure of first lady

By The Associated Press • Jan 29, 2009
Actor Mickey Rourke arrives at the 15th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards on Sunday, Jan. 25, 2009, in Los Angeles. Matt Sayles, The Associated Press

[Photo] Rourke ready to rumble Jericho

By The Associated Press • Jan 29, 2009
Richard Drew, The Associated Press

[Photo] Blagojevich to give final statement

By The Associated Press • Jan 29, 2009
In this undated file photo released by Alfred A. Knopf shows John Updike author of "The Widows of Eastwick". Alfred A. Knopf, The Associated Press

[Photo] John Updike, prize-winning writer, dead at age 76

By Hillel Italie • Jan 28, 2009
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger, left, chats with his teammate James Farrior during the team's media day for Super Bowl XLIII Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2009, in Tampa, Fla. The Steelers will play the Arizona Cardinals in the NFL Super Bowl football game on Sunday, Feb. 1. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

[Photo] Hines Ward, Steelers not feeling Super Bowl heat

Jan 28, 2009
Violinist Itzahk Perlman, left, talks with cellist Yo-Yo Ma as pianist Gabriela Montero, center, looks on while they rehearse at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Monday, Jan. 20, 2009, a day before the inauguration of President-elect Barack Obama. Ron Edmonds, The Associated Press

[Photo] Inauguration pianist: ‘We did the right thing’

By Martin Steinberg • Jan 28, 2009
One of Gov. Rod Blagojevich's quotes is displayed as evidence during the second day of his impeachment trial in the Illinois senate in Springfield, Ill. on Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2009. Senators listened to secretly recorded conversations in which Blagojevich appears to talk about pressuring people for campaign donations. (AP Photo/The Chicago Tribune, Michael Tercha) **CHICAGO LOCALS OUT, ROCKFORD REGISTER STAR OUT, MAGS OUT, NO SALES, TV OUT**

[Photo] FBI tapes played for Ill. impeachment trial

By Christopher Wills • Jan 28, 2009
In this April 9, 2008 file photo, Poison lead singer Bret Michaels poses for a portrait in the Hollywood area of Los Angeles. Gus Ruelas, The Associated Press

[Photo] Bret Michaels is looking for lust

Jan 28, 2009
Arizona Cardinals' Kurt Warner smiles as he answers questions during player news conferences at the team hotel Monday, Jan. 26, 2009, in Tampa, Fla. The Cardinals will face the Pittsburgh Steelers in the NFL Super Bowl XLIII football game on Sunday. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)

[Photo] Warner, Whisenhunt lead young Cardinals into Tampa

Jan 27, 2009
Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich speaks to reporters after making an appearance on the television program "The View" on Monday in New York. Mary Altaffer, The Associated Press

[Photo] Ill. Senate begins trial as governor hits TV shows

By Christopher Wills • Jan 27, 2009
Martin Vega inspects Oscar #3453 after casting at R.S. Owens & Company Thursday, Jan. 22, 2009, in Chicago. M. Spencer Green, The Associated Press

[Photo] Oscar 3453 is ‘born’ in Chicago factory

By Don Babwin • Jan 27, 2009
Rick Williamson uses an all-terrain Caterpillar front-end loader to move a bundle of roofing material at a construction site on Monday in Hosford, Fla. Caterpillar, following other major U.S. corporations, has announced around 20,000 job cuts. Phil Coale, The Associated Press

[Photo] Top corporations announce massive layoffs

By Jeannine Aversa • Jan 27, 2009
David Jason Stinson, with his wife Monica Stinson on his arm, talk to the crowd a supporters gathered on his front lawn on Saturday in Louisville, Ky. Stinson was scheduled for arraignment in Louisville on Monday after weekend vigils by students, players, Scott Utterback, The Associated Press

[Photo] Ky. coach pleads not guilty in player’s death

By Brett Barrouquere and Will Graves • Jan 27, 2009
In this May 27, 2006 file photo, American singer Michael Jackson arrives at the Japan MTV "Legend Award" in Tokyo. Koji Sasahara, The Associated Press

[Photo] Michael Jackson’s ‘Thriller’ planned for the stage

By The Associated Press • Jan 27, 2009
Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich makes a statement at a news conference Friday, in Chicago, as the Illinois Senate prepares for a trial that could remove him from office. M. Spencer Green, The Associated Press

[Photo] Blagojevich trial begins

By Stephen Spector • Jan 26, 2009
In this image released by Paramount Pictures, Brad Pitt is shown in a scene from, "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button." Merrick Morton, The Associated Press

[Photo] ‘Button’ rules Oscars, Batman’s a bridesmaid

By David Germain • Jan 23, 2009
** FILE ** In this Feb. 3, 2007, file photo, Former Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Michael Irvin smiles after being selected for the Pro Football Hall of Fame during a news conference in Miami, Fla. Irvin is launching a reality TV show in which 12 "football neophytes" will compete for an impressive grand prize: a spot on the Cowboys' training camp roster. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara,file)

[Photo] ‘Survivor: NFL?’ Reality TV offers spot on Cowboys

By Jaime Aron • Jan 23, 2009
ABC executive Stephen McPherson talks with a reporter before participating in a panel discussion at a meeting of the Hollywood Radio and Television Society in Beverlyy Hills, Calif. Reed Saxon, The Associated Press

[Photo] Economy, industry changes drive ABC Studios move

By Lynn Elber • Jan 23, 2009
Lionel Cironneau, The Associated Press

[Photo] Akon claims he doesn’t know his true age

By Jonathan Landrum Jr. • Jan 22, 2009
Purdue forward JaJuan Johnson, left, shoots over Iowa center David Palmer in the second half of a game in West Lafayette, Ind., Sunday. Purdue defeated Iowa 75-53. Michael Conroy, The Associated Press

[Photo] Purdue gets back on track with win

By Cliff Brunt • Jan 22, 2009
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