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Thursday, February 21, 2013
It's All Politics
Yes, You Still Have To Pay Income Tax In New England
February 21, 2013 Mississippi got lots of attention this week for finally having ratified the 13th Amendment, which abolished slavery. But many states have taken decades to join the rest of the country when it comes to amending the Constitution. And some have withheld approval to this day.
The Salt
More Antioxidants In Your Diet May Not Mean Better Health
February 21, 2013 Antioxidants in foods may have health benefits, but it's not one size fits all. Having a diet high in overall antioxidant levels didn't prevent stroke and dementia in one recent study, although eating more vitamin C and E specifically did seem to help.
The Two-Way
Winter Storm 'Q' Barrels Through Nation's Midsection
February 21, 2013 The storm that has already dusted parts of New Mexico and Oklahoma is expected to move through the Midwest, dumping as much as a foot and a half of snow.
It's All Politics
Defense Cuts May No Longer Be Political Sacred Cow
February 21, 2013 Defense Secretary Leon Panetta has said the looming automatic spending cuts will damage U.S. national security. But the warnings don't appear to be moving the needle with lawmakers or the American public.
It's All Politics
Meet The Virginian Shaping The House GOP's Immigration Plan
February 21, 2013 Republican Rep. Bob Goodlatte is charged with drafting the House immigration bill. He is against a path to citizenship for unauthorized immigrants but says the "broken" system needs work. And he says President Obama "should calm down, back off and let the Congress do its work."
It's All Politics
One Place You May Notice The Sequester: At The Airport
February 21, 2013 Officials predict that cutbacks at the FAA could lead to takeoff delays and fewer flights. Unless Congress acts, across-the-board spending cuts are scheduled to take effect March 1.
The Salt
Secret Menus Give Restaurants A Not-So-Secret Boost
February 21, 2013 Secret menus aren't new, but more restaurants are trying them out in order to set themselves apart and increase sales. Panera Bread, for instance, has rolled out a new secret menu with low-carb, health-conscious options to appeal to a new group of customers.
Wednesday, February 20, 2013
Shots - Health News
In Reversal, Florida Gov. Scott Agrees To Medicaid Expansion
February 20, 2013 Florida's expansion of Medicaid will provide health insurance coverage to more than a million people. Florida will also become the seventh state headed by a Republican to agree to take the federal offer to provide Medicaid to all state residents with incomes up to about $15,000 a year.
All Tech Considered
Google's Glass Project: Can You Make The Grade?
February 20, 2013 The company is seeking testers for Google Glass, an augmented technology eyewear. Applicants who are selected for the program will be allowed to buy the device for $1,500.
The Two-Way
Nation's West, Midwest In Path Of Massive Winter Storm
February 20, 2013 The storm moving out of California, could stretch from Oklahoma to the Ohio Valley.
It's All Politics
Republicans Make 'Benghazi' A Frequent Refrain
February 20, 2013 Republicans delayed a vote on President Obama's defense nominee, saying they wanted more answers about the attack in Benghazi, Libya, last year. In recent months, Benghazi has become a sort of catchword. To Republicans, it symbolizes everything bad about the Obama administration.
Sports
NASCAR Champ Finds Fans With Beer, Tweets And Bangin' Fenders
February 20, 2013 WFAEThe brash, young champion Brad Keselowski will begin defending his racing title this month. Candid and funny, he has a knack for connecting with both blue-collar fans and savvy, young Twitter users. And some of the sport's executives say he's the key to NASCAR's future.
