Here a few stories of interest.Looks like Katie Couric might be closer in making a deal to move to CBS Evening News. Couric has been with NBC's Today Show for 15 years, and the morning news show has brought in millions of dollars for the now-struggling network. I'm not quite sure if this would be the best move for CBS or Couric. After being number one in the morning for so many years, a move to the evenings would be a big change. I'm not sure if audiences would embrace hearing Katie anchor a big evening news show. (story here)
Barry Bonds got a surprise yesterday while playing in San Diego. Someone in the crowd threw a syringe next to Bonds while he was walking off the field. Ah, sad times for Barry. He was also booed constantly by the sell-out crowd. Remember kids, just say no to drugs! (story here)
What is the number one show in the world? What about Lost and Desperate Housewives? Well, those don't even compare to CSI: Miami. The beach detective show is a ratings success story throughout the world and is America's top rated show in the world. I like it better myself than the original CSI. (story here)
Tom Delay, former House majority leader, has announced that he will be resigning from his post in Congress and will not run for re-election. This comes after much controversy surrounding criminal charges in Texas. (story here)
Lawmakers are not starting to reconsider a bill that would allow leaders in the state Capitol to authorize the clearing of protesters from public areas surrounding the building. After citizens starting finding out about this proposal, phone calls started to pour into lawmakers' offices. (story here)
Tennessee might have somewhat of a higher-profile challenger to Governor Bredesen for the 06 election. State Senator Jim Bryson is expected to make an announcement today regarding his candidacy. This would, however, be an uphill battle for the Senator since the Bredesen campaign is filled with millions of dollars. (story here)
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