Judge: State Can't Force Plan B Sales

Washington state cannot force pharmacies to sell Plan B or other emergency contraceptives, a federal judge ruled Wednesday, saying the state's true goal was to suppress religious objections by druggists — not to promote timely access to the medicines for people who need them.

Jurors Reach Verdict in Lacrosse Trial

Jurors found a former University of Virginia lacrosse player guilty of second-degree murder Wednesday in the slaying of his ex-girlfriend that was fueled by jealousy over her relationship with another lacrosse player.

Palin Aides Blast HBO's 'Game Change'

Current and former aides to Sarah Palin lashed out Wednesday at HBO's "Game Change," describing the upcoming film's depictions of her on the 2008 campaign trail as "sick" and inaccurate.

Aniston First 'Friend' to Get Star

Actress Jennifer Aniston was immortalized on Hollywood's Walk of Fame Wednesday with her own star -- the first of the "Friends" cast to achieve the honor.
 

Nike Mulls Future Plans for Jeremy Lin

Athletic-shoe giant Nike Inc., which built its global franchise in part through selling signature shoes and apparel of celebrity athletes including Michael Jordan, is discussing opportunities for its latest star player: Jeremy Lin.

Stocks Lower Day After Dow High

Stocks are ending lower for the first time in four trading days and a day after briefly hitting their highest point in nearly four years.

Academy Awards Bars Cohen's 'Dictator'

The Oscars have barred Sacha Baron Cohen from attending the 84th Academy Awards as his wild new character "The Dictator," The New York Post and Deadline Hollywood reported Wednesday.

Comic Collection Fetches $3.5M

The bulk of a man's childhood comic book collection that included many of the most prized issues ever published has sold for about $3.5 million. Lon Allen, managing director of comics for Dallas-based Heritage Auctions, says Billy Wright's…

• Comic Collection Expected To Fetch $2M