10 Things to Know for Today
Photo
Gene Rosen shows some of the stuffed animals he entertained the children with during an interview with the Associated Press, Monday, Dec. 17, 2012 in Newtown, Conn. On the day of the shooting, Rosen took in four girls and two boys that were sitting at the end of his driveway; they had just run from the school, among the first to escape Friday’s deadly shooting.
Your daily look at late-breaking news, upcoming events and stories that will be talked about today. Please note some stories are not yet published.
1. WHY CONNECTICUT COULD BE THE TIPPING POINT IN GUN DEBATE
A Republican senator calls for a gun violence study and some Democrats push tighter restrictions.
2. CLOSING IN ON 'FISCAL CLIFF' DEAL
Obama softened his demand for higher upper-income taxes; Boehner said he would accept higher taxes on investment income.
3. BACK TO SOME ROUTINES AFTER DEADLY RAMPAGE
Most students are going back to school in Newtown, Conn. Click here for story
4. WHERE NEWTOWN KIDS RAN WHEN THEY ESCAPED
Six children ran to neighbor Gene Rosen’s driveway after their teacher was shot. He took them in and called their parents. Click here for story
5. NBC CORRESPONDENT RELEASED UNHARMED AFTER KIDNAPPING IN SYRIA
The network says Richard Engel and his production team were held for five days by an “unknown group.” Click here for story
6. 50-YEAR SENATE VETERAN FROM HAWAII DIES
Democratic Sen. Daniel Inouye, the WWII hero who played key roles in the Watergate and Iran-Contra investigations, was 88. Click here for story
7. HOW NORTH KOREA’S SATELLITE IS DOING
Astronomers say it is tumbling in space, but could remain in orbit for several years.
8. IRAQI PRESIDENT SUFFERS A STROKE
Doctors at a Baghdad hospital are trying to stabilize Jalal Talaban’s condition. Click here for story
9. WHAT EASY-BAKE’S GENDER-NEUTRAL OVEN WILL LOOK LIKE
It’s black, silver and blue, instead of purple and pink. A 13-year-old girl asked Hasbro to make a toy that appeals to all children.
10. WHY ‘THE SOPRANOS’ ENDED THE WAY IT DID
It’s not about whether Tony lived or died, director David Chase tells the AP’s Jake Coyle. It’s "the idea of how short life is and how precious it is." Click here for story
Join us on Facebook
Before you post a comment, consider this:
Note: Walworthcountytoday.com does not condone or review every comment. Read more in our User Policy Agreementcall 1-262-728-3424, extension 108
Post Comment
Commenting requires registration.