Nearly 540 state workers will receive notice that they could lose their jobs as part of a plan to deal with a budget deficit that’s ballooned to as much as an estimated $450 million.

Iraqis raid Sunni headquarters
BAGHDAD - Iraqi authorities seized the headquarters of the country’s most influential Sunni clerical group yesterday, sealing off its west Baghdad compound and accusing the organization of supporting Al Qaeda in Iraq.

No Jackpot Winner
None of the tickets sold for the Powerball game Wednesday night matched all six numbers drawn, which were:

Mountain woman
It’s a slow creep to the summit, blindingly white ridges dropping into haze, and cyclones of snow swirling the scenery.

Rhythm and blues at high school dance
My son went to his first high school dance a few weeks ago. Since he attends an all-boys school, the Friday night dance was anticipated with the up-and-down emotions of a teenage boy who sees little each week of his female counterparts.

Earthquake hits Chile; damage is widespread
MARIA ELENA, Chile - A major earthquake crushed cars, damaged thousands of houses, blocked roads, and terrified people for hundreds of miles yesterday. Officials reported at least two deaths and more than 100 injuries.

A lost voice is found, through art
It is a cold-sweat nightmare for a lot of people. This one ends with butterflies and autumn leaves.

Librarian has big plans for the city
You often hear business people - Mitt Romney comes to mind - say their work experience gives them a leg up on public office. But when was the last time you heard it from a librarian?

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