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January 2009 Current Events: U.S. News

World News | Business/Science News Here are the key events in United States news for the month of January, 2009. Richardson Withdraws Nomination for secretary of commerce (Jan. 4): Governor Bill…

Marion Ladewig

Marion LadewigBorn: Oct. 30, 1914Bowler named Woman Bowler of the Year 9 times (1950-54,57-59,63).Michelle KwanK - MGuy Lafleur

Kay Thompson 1998 Deaths

Kay ThompsonAge: 93 entertainer best known for authoring the enormously popular “Eloise” books about the adventures of a bratty child living at the Plaza Hotel in New York.Died: July 2,…

Lee Smith

Lee SmithBorn: Dec. 4, 1957Baseball RHP 3-time NL saves leader (1983,91-92); retired as all-time saves leader with 478 and an ERA of 3.03; 10 seasons with 30 or more saves and 3 times saved…

Iconic Presidential Moments

There are images that will stay with us forever. From FDR notifying the world that the U.S. had entered WWII, to Obama's trademark fist bump at the Democratic National Convention, these…

Robin Williams Biography

Robin Williamscomedian, actorBorn: 7/21/1951Birthplace: Chicago A brilliant comedian with amazing improvisational talents, Williams has also proven himself to be a fine dramatic actor. His films…

Alan Kulwicki

Alan KulwickiBorn: Dec. 14, 1954Auto racer 1992 NASCAR national champion; 1st college grad and Northerner to win title; NASCAR Rookie of Year in 1986; famous for driving car backwards on…

Ozzie Smith

Ozzie SmithBorn: Dec. 26, 1954Baseball SS won 13 straight Gold Gloves (1980-92); played in 12 straight All-Star Games (1981-92); MVP of 1985 NL playoffs; all-time MLB assist leader (8,375);…

February 2009 Current Events: U.S. News

World News | Business/Science News Here are the key events in United States news for the month of February, 2009. Serena Williams, Rafael Nadal Win Australian Open (Feb. 1): American Serena…