All Stories from December 1, 2013 (Change date)
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Gould, Trestman, leaky defense all contribute to demoralizing defeatDec 01, 2013 9:00 am - MINNEAPOLIS — Robbie Gould's rare missed field goal in overtime and Marc Trestman's decision to kick it — even though it was only second down — make them the two most ob...
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Naperville cops probe attempted armed robberyDec 01, 2013 7:32 am - Naperville police are searching for a man armed with a semiautomatic handgun who approached a resident Saturday on the 600 block of Porter Avenue and demanded his cellph...
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Suburban Christmas tree farms celebrate traditionDec 01, 2013 6:00 am - The Christmas season is a whirlwind of shopping, eating and celebrating with friends and family. And, of course, honoring holiday traditions. For many families, searchi...
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Grandparents just need a little respect, responseDec 01, 2013 5:14 am - By Carolyn Hax Q. I need help in handling my son and his wife, so I can keep my dignity, and still see my grandchild. Son and Wife are in their mid-40s, building a succe...
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Gift Guide: 10 games to make any player happyDec 01, 2013 5:05 am - A video game store can be daunting if you don’t know what you’re looking for. It’s not easy to tell the winners from the losers, and sales clerks typically make the same...
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Work Advice: Jewish worker needs a holiday from clueless bossesDec 01, 2013 5:00 am - Q: I am a salaried professional coming up on 20 years at a small division of a larger entity. It's a good, flexible place to work, and people are supportive when it come...
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A gift for your physical and mental health: a spa vacationDec 01, 2013 5:00 am - For Thanksgiving I did not have the turkey. I was the turkey! First, the chef stuffed me with a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables. Then someone rubbed me with sea ...
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‘Philomena’ explores friendship, family, faithDec 01, 2013 5:00 am - LOS ANGELES — Steve Coogan and Judi Dench were drawn to “Philomena” by faith. The British comic and Oscar-winning actress co-star in the film opening Friday, which explo...
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Carrie Underwood steps into Julie Andrews' roleDec 01, 2013 5:00 am - Maria, former would-be nun, is about to get married. Starring as Maria in NBC's new version of “The Sound of Music,” Carrie Underwood is clad in her own T-shirt and legg...
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Ski season off to strong start in UtahDec 01, 2013 5:00 am - SALT LAKE CITY — Utah’s ski industry is getting an early-season intravenous shot. Ski-pass sales and lodging reservations are up as resorts reap the benefit of an improv...