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What happened on December 17, 2008

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Some top actors don't like strike threat HOWARD GENSLER Daily News wire services contributed to this report

What happened on December 17, 2008

NEWS

2 plead guilty in sports betting Jack Buscemi Jr. and Andrew Micali were charged with leading a ring based at the Borgata. By George Anastasia INQUIRER STAFF WRITER

Another bad month for N.J. budget November was the second consecutive month when revenues fell more than $200 million short. By Jonathan Tamari INQUIRER TRENTON BUREAU

Parties getting ready for N.J.'s '09 election Gov. Corzine is likely to seek another term, and all 80 seats in the state Assembly are up for grabs next year. By Cynthia Burton INQUIRER STAFF WRITER

SideShow YOUR DAILY DOSE OF GOSSIP By Tirdad Derakhshani INQUIRER STAFF WRITER

A Baghdad community lives in peace, for now By Trudy Rubin

Camden man shot 3 years ago dies He was paralyzed from the unsolved shooting, which is now upgraded to a homicide. By Allison Steele INQUIRER STAFF WRITER

Why blacks backed Prop 8 To be surprised that they voted to oppose gay marriage is to be blind to their history. By Jonathan Zimmerman

Talks on Mummers Parade to resume By Nancy Petersen INQUIRER STAFF WRITER

When a beloved city abandons you By A.J. THOMSON

Ft. Dix 5 case goes to the jury after 8-week trial The case turns on whether they were serious about jihad in N.J. By Troy Graham INQUIRER STAFF WRITER

Pa. regulators approve higher gas-drilling fees By Amy Worden INQUIRER HARRISBURG BUREAU

Slippery theft suspect is caught after 8 days By Nancy Petersen INQUIRER STAFF WRITER

Experts: Fed resolute in fixing the economy By Harold Brubaker INQUIRER STAFF WRITER

Madoff echoes in area case By Tom Infield INQUIRER STAFF WRITER

Figuring out what makes the big story A forum examined what shapes the news, and how news shapes people. By David O'Reilly INQUIRER STAFF WRITER

New board proposed to advise planners Its purpose is to ensure that the designs of major new projects fit well into the city's "public realm." By Patrick Kerkstra INQUIRER STAFF WRITER

Two Phila. officers struck by vehicle fleeing a car stop By Robert Moran INQUIRER STAFF WRITER

Lawsuits seek to halt Fire Dept. cuts The actions by the Phila. firefighters union claim the eliminations of the companies threaten lives. By Michael Matza INQUIRER STAFF WRITER

Police: Va. pair ditched drugs as they fled officers After a traffic stop, the two men took off with police hanging onto the car, authorities said. By Mari A. Schaefer INQUIRER STAFF WRITER

At Fumo trial, questions about pols and polls Steven Kobasa, an accountant, testified that he tried to find out if a nonprofit's surveys were related to politics. By Emilie Lounsberry and Craig R. McCoy INQUIRER STAFF WRITERS

Truckers in training pursue the big-rig gig By Tom Infield INQUIRER STAFF WRITER

Cities need charter schools By Robert Maranto

In Happy Valley, Joe Eternal Penn State coach Paterno gets three-year contract extension. By Jeff McLane INQUIRER STAFF WRITER

Toys for Tots opens 'emergency toy rush' By Peter Mucha INQUIRER STAFF WRITER

Holder's rise rooted in Pa. courts By Derrick Nunnally INQUIRER STAFF WRITER

U. of Penn museum plans to go popular It will lay off 18 researchers, but refurbish exhibits to attract paying visitors. By Faye Flam INQUIRER STAFF WRITER

Girl, believed abducted, is found in Fla. By Dwight Ott INQUIRER STAFF WRITER

Robert A. Orr, 90, retired company chair By Sally A. Downey INQUIRER STAFF WRITER

Harry J. Otterson, 77, who battled both crime and bugs By Anthony R. Wood INQUIRER STAFF WRITER

Tainted postal plant abruptly goes from backlog to no mail at all By KITTY CAPARELLA, caparek@phillynews.com 215-854-5880

BUSINESS

Horsham lender settles bias case Gateway Funding was accused of charging black and Hispanic home buyers more than white consumers. By Harold Brubaker INQUIRER STAFF WRITER

Help available for energy bills Some good news comes amid rising shutoff notices. By Jeff Gelles INQUIRER STAFF WRITER

Unraveling effects of Madoff crisis Counting their losses: Investors have limited recourse for recovery of their lost billions. By Chris Mondics INQUIRER STAFF WRITER

Study: Few buyers for foreclosures By Alan J. Heavens INQUIRER REAL ESTATE WRITER

November housing starts worst on record By Alan J. Heavens, Inquirer Real Estate Writer

Madoff investors will have trouble getting money back By Chris Mondics, Inquirer Staff Writer

SPORTS

Samuel, Dawkins in Pro Bowl The Eagles newcomer and the resurgent team veteran were named to the NFC squad for the all-star game. By Ray Parrillo INQUIRER STAFF WRITER

McGrady posts triple-double in Rockets' win over Nuggets Daily News Wire Services

It's Vancouver or New York for Sundin Daily News Wire Services

10 on the watch list for war on the floor Here are some wrestlers with high expectations pinned on them this season. By Bill Iezzi INQUIRER STAFF WRITER

Abrams helps leads No. 5 Texas Daily News Wire Services

Ibanez eager to hit it big with Phils The team introduced its new leftfielder yesterday. By Todd Zolecki INQUIRER STAFF WRITER

WBC probing reports of Mosley steroid use in 2003 Daily News Wire Services

With typical class, Cheeks makes his exit The ex-coach refused to blame anyone else for the 76ers' poor showing this season. By Kate Fagan INQUIRER STAFF WRITER

Surfacing Sub Filling in, Niittymaki keeps Flyers rolling By Sam Carchidi INQUIRER STAFF WRITER

Birds spread the receiving wealth They don't have a dominant pass-catcher. But they might not need one. By Ray Parrillo INQUIRER STAFF WRITER

Shortstop Furcal nearing deal to return to Braves Daily News Wire Services

Sooners' Murray to miss title game THE INQUIRER STAFF

Chism lifts Tennessee to win over Marquette THE INQUIRER STAFF

At fan panel's request, Flyers issues early warning for ticket payments By PAUL VIGNA, vignap@phillynews.com

Nittany Lions land QB from Virginia Kevin Newsome gave Penn State an oral commitment, giving the team a potential backup for next season. By Jeff McLane INQUIRER STAFF WRITER

Vick headed to halfway house? Daily News Wire Services

Tragedy and triumph Talented Penn Wood point guard playing in memory of friend By JOSEPH SANTOLIQUITO For the Daily News

A tragic loss for Archbishop Wood sports family Brian Cunningham, a star in the '80s and father of Vikings running back Sean, has passed away. By Don Beideman INQUIRER STAFF WRITER

Potent Eastern team becomes lightning rod Top wrestlers have transferred there, raising eyebrows. By Bill Iezzi INQUIRER STAFF WRITER

Paterno still force for Lions The Penn State coach's new three-year deal comes amid a resurgence by his program. By Frank Fitzpatrick INQUIRER STAFF WRITER

Flyers have come a long way since early loss in Denver By ED MORAN, morane@phillynews.com

Mo Cheeks' love hangover By John Gonzalez, Inquirer Columnist

LIVING

12 days of Christmas with Jon & Kate plus 8 Reality-show darlings will get modest gifts, precious family time. By Natalie Pompilio FOR THE INQUIRER

Pictures and words, beautiful together Some dislike the term "coffee-table books" - by any name, these glossy volumes can make perfect gifts. By Jen A. Miller FOR THE INQUIRER

Seniors could cozy up to new sleepwear By Dianna Marder INQUIRER STAFF WRITER

Not have, not have-not, but have a seat At Broad Street Ministry, the hipster church, it's judgment that stays out in the cold. The mission is to truly welcome and serve all. By A.D. Amorosi FOR THE INQUIRER

How young is too young for electronics presents? For parents, a new issue on gifts By Amy Z. Quinn FOR THE INQUIRER

ENTERTAINMENT

Some top actors don't like strike threat HOWARD GENSLER Daily News wire services contributed to this report