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64Pentagon: Alleged Gunman, Maj. Hasan, Was To Deploy With Madison-based 467th Medical Detachment.The Democratic-controlled House narrowly passed far-reaching health care legislation, handing President Barack Obama a hard-won victory on his chief domestic priority though the road ahead in the Senate promises to be rocky. Video: Bill Passes
Massive colorful dominoes painted by German students were placed Saturday along the former path of the Berlin Wall to mark the 20th anniversary of the opening of the barrier that divided the city for nearly three decades. Slideshow
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President Barack Obama summoned Democrats to "answer the call of history" Saturday as the House pushed toward a vote on a landmark health care bill holding out the promise of coverage for tens of millions who lack it. LIVE: DebateIn DepthInteractive
Finance officials from rich and developing countries pledged Saturday to maintain emergency support for their economies until recovery is assured, but failed to reach a clear agreement to bear the cost of fighting climate change. Survive The Economy
54ClearTwo soldiers from Wisconsin were killed and four others were hurt in the shooting massacre at the Fort Hood Army Base in Texas on Thursday.
SLIDESHOWSee Photos Of Wisconsin Soldiers Injured, Killed In Fort Hood Shooting
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The newly approved regional transit authority is supposed to plan for future transportation of the metro region and raise tax money for it, but there are questions and confusion over exactly who will be covered by the RTA.
The 13 people killed at Fort Hood included a pregnant woman who was preparing to return home, a man who quit a furniture company job to join the military about a year ago, a newlywed who had served in Iraq and a woman who had vowed to take on Osama bin Laden after the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks. More
(AP Photo/Carlos Pena)MONDAY ON NEWS 3 THIS MORNING: We'll share some great wintertime recipes!What are your chances of developing type 2 diabetes? Calculate your risk. Dietitians Fight Health Myths
45Mostly CloudyA Madison-based unit recently arrived at a U.S. Army base in Texas where officials said 12 people have been killed and 31 wounded in a shooting rampage. LIVE: Fort Hood ShootingC3K's Fort Hood Shootings Section
Madison police and drug addiction experts said on Monday that they believe a rise in petty theft and robberies in the city can be linked to an epidemic in heroin and opiate-related drug abuse. Watch The Report
The Army says the Fort Hood shooting suspect who killed 12 others and wounded 31 is alive and in custody.
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The House votes 403-12 to extend and expand the tax credit to include many more buyers. The bill now goes to President Barack Obama. More DetailsSome dogs are getting a second chance thanks to an unlikely source -- inmates. More Details
Inmates Train Abandoned Dogs
FRIDAY ON NEWS 3 THIS MORNING: We'll try out a new, high-energy workout that's sweeping the nation!
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VIDEOStudents React To Obama's Visit
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READAnti-War Protesters Gather Before Obama EventSee Viewers' Photos Of Obama's Visit To Madison (Vol. 1)See Viewers' Photos Of Obama's Visit To Madison (Vol. 2): SLIDESHOW: : : :
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The World Health Organization's flu chief said the swine flu virus has now become the predominant flu strain worldwide. Flu News, Info
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Ford To Put Air Bags Into Back Seat Belts
Some UC Berkeley Faculty Criticize Sports Subsidy
Engineers Build Real Sci-Fi Space Elevator
Officials: Mom Gave Missing Fla. Infant To Sitter
October Sales Offer Relief To Merchants
Interactive: $1,500 For Home Repairs
Rihanna said Thursday that she regrets returning to ex-boyfriend Chris Brown after he left her bruised and battered during an April assault, warning other women facing domestic violence to not let themselves be blinded by love.
Rihanna Breaks Her Silence
A Tennessee woman is arrested after she repeatedly called 911 complaining that a man lied about wanting to marry her, police say.
Video: Woman Arrested After Repeated Calls
43President Barack Obama used his stop at a Madison middle school on Wednesday to focus on the opportunity to make education reform under the federal Race to the Top program.
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Recognizing that a weak economy still needs a government boost, the Senate has voted overwhelmingly to provide the jobless with up to 20 weeks in additional unemployment benefits and expand a first-time homebuyer tax credit to include a far larger pool of people entering the dormant housing market. Survive The Economy
Palin Promises More Cities On Book Tour
Nervous Voters Send Message To Barack Obama
Hypodermic Needle Found In Candy Bag
Police In Cleveland Search For More Bodies
Gone To Dogs: LA Church Starts Pet Service
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Recognizing that a weak economy still needs a government boost, the Senate has voted overwhelmingly to provide the jobless with up to 20 weeks in additional unemployment benefits and expand a first-time homebuyer tax credit to include a far larger pool of people entering the dormant housing market. Survive The Economy
38CloudyExcitement is building at James C. Wright Middle School in Madison as students and staff members prepare for a visit from the president of the United States Wednesday.
VIDEO: Jacqueline Wright Thrilled About Obama's Visit
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Republicans surge to victory in governor's races in Virginia and New Jersey on Tuesday. Election 2009: What's At Stake?
WEDNESDAY on NEWS 3 THIS MORNING: Our fitness expert shows you how to get great results with resistance bands!People with diabetes need to be careful about they eat. When they get hungry between meals, what should they reach for? A Closer Look At Diabetes
Republicans surge to victory in governor's races in Virginia and New Jersey on Tuesday. Election 2009: What's At Stake?
29Excitement is building at Madison's J.C Wright Middle School as students and staff members prepare for President Barack Obama's visit on Wednesday. VIDEOWatch The Report
With no major issues reported following the fourth annual Freakfest this weekend, city leaders said that they're already looking ahead to next year.
Two states are choosing whether to continue Democratic rule while voters elsewhere elect a handful of congressmen and big-city mayors. Obama PresidencyWhat's At Stake?
Jewel Samad/Getty ImagesTUESDAY on NEWS 3 THIS MORNING: We're "On Your Side" with tips for avoiding those sneaky new credit card fees.
53ClearSunday was the day Green Bay Packers fans had dreaded since first hearing that erstwhile quarterback Brett Favre would become a Minnesota Viking. The future Hall of Famer returned to Lambeau Field leading another team. 43 Fans Ejected From Lambeau FieldSee Freakfest 2009 Photos (Vol. 1)See Freakfest 2009 Photos (Vol. 2) See Viewers' Freakfest 2009 PhotosSee Viewers' Flickr, Picasa Freakfest 2009 Photos
Sunday was the day Green Bay Packers fans had dreaded since first hearing that erstwhile quarterback Brett Favre would become a Minnesota Viking. The future Hall of Famer returned to Lambeau Field leading another team. 43 Fans Ejected From Lambeau Field
If you plan to travel around the upcoming holidays, prepare to pay a little more -- again. Section: Travel Getaways
The economic recovery is proceeding unevenly in its early stages, with areas hurt most by the housing slump still lagging behind other regions, according to The Associated Press' monthly analysis of economic stress in more than 3,100 U.S. counties. List: 20 Most Stressed Counties
A South Florida man builds a mammoth, 9,000-pound rubber band ball, setting a Guinness Record and making some money in the meantime. More DetailsSlideshow |
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TODAY on LIVE AT FIVE: Dr. Zorba Paster has great advice for steering clear of the H1N1 flu.People who need to workout to improve their health may not know where to start. Something developed by a pro may be the way to go. Workout Myths
47Partly CloudyThousands of costumed revelers descended on State Street on Saturday night for Freakfest, the city-approved annual Halloween party, and police said that the event was a success for the fourth year in a row. SLIDESHOW
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To fight pneumonia, the world's top killer of children, United Nations officials say they need $39 billion (€26.35 billion) over the next six years.
The biggest storyline of the game, of the week, and arguably of the NFL season, will wear No. 4 when the Green Bay Packers welcome the Minnesota Vikings to Lambeau Field on Sunday afternoon. INTERACTIVESee Favre Interactive: Kampman Says Stopping Peterson Key For Packers:
: Rodgers Impresses Throughout October
Lender CIT Group has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, in an effort to restructure its debt while trying to keep loans flowing to the thousands of mid-sized and small businesses. Guide: Survive The Economy
The bouncing mega-meatball record has landed in the East Coast. More Details
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