Free agency in 2010, or extension this summer for LeBron, Wade and Bosh?LeBron James was more Don King than King James as he faced the cameras to promote the huge event planned for next summer. Weeklong Strike Called Off, World Cup Construction Workers Head to Work
Obama delivers $12 Billion in Baseball Development
Striking World Cup construction workers in South Africa reject wage offer; lower their demandsJOHANNESBURG — Striking construction workers at 2010 World Cup stadiums have rejected an improved wage offer by employers, a union official said on Tuesday. Ousted Indianapolis Speedway chief Tony George says he declined staying on as IRL leaderINDIANAPOLIS — Former Indianapolis Motor Speedway chief Tony George says he rejected a request to remain the CEO of the Indy Racing League because it would have created an “unnecessary” layer of bureaucracy. Toronto pitcher Roy Halladay gets biggest All-Star bonus at $125,000NEW YORK — It pays to be an All-Star. Strike by World Cup construction workers in South Africa turns violentJOHANNESBURG — Hundreds of striking workers demonstrated at World Cup stadiums across South Africa on Thursday, with some stoning cars and passers-by as they demanded higher wages for those building the stadiums and rail stations for Africa’s first World Cup. NBA players’ association upset with NBA’s salary cap warning to teamsNEW YORK — The NBA players’ association is upset with the league over a warning it sent teams projecting a significant decrease in the 2010-11 salary cap. South African construction workers go on strike at 2010 World Cup stadiumsJOHANNESBURG — South African construction workers went on an indefinite strike Wednesday at stadiums being built for the 2010 World Cup — a move that could derail Africa’s historic first World Cup tournament. NBA salary cap for 2009-10 set at $57.7 million, down from last seasonNEW YORK — The NBA salary cap has been set for next season at $57.7 million, a decline from 2008-09, allowing teams to begin signing players. IndyCar leaders say the open-wheel circuit, fresh from a leadership change, is doing wellWATKINS GLEN, N.Y. — Four days after Tony George was ousted as president and chief executive officer of the IndyCar Series, the president of the commercial division said the series was on sound ground. NHL signing frenzy: Blackhawks get Hossa, Rangers ink Gaborik and Havlat goes to WildJust when the slowing global economy figured to put a crimp in spending for NHL free agents, Marian Hossa hit the open market again. Tony George out as CEO at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, family’s companyINDIANAPOLIS — Tony George’s tenure as the leader of U.S. open-wheel racing and its biggest stage, the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, was marked by tumultuous changes. Now George himself is being replaced — at the behest of a board led by his mother. St. Paul Pioneer Press lays off 11, including Twins reporter, in latest round of staff cutsST. PAUL, Minn. — The St. Paul Pioneer Press laid off 11 employees Tuesday, including nine in the newsroom, union officials said. Board of directors strips Tony George of leadership role at Indianapolis Motor SpeedwayINDIANAPOLIS — Tony George has been asked to step down as president and CEO of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and his family’s business. And it’s not clear how closely he’ll remain tied to the day-to-day operations of the Indy Racing League. St. Paul Pioneer Press lays off 9 newsroom employees including Twins beat reporterST. PAUL, Minn. — The St. Paul Pioneer Press laid off nine newsroom employees Tuesday, the paper’s editor told the staff. Tesla Motors CEO says Roadster costs down, company to be profitable next monthNEW YORK — The CEO of Tesla Motors said Monday that the material cost of the electric car company’s Roadster sports car has dropped to about $80,000, which should help the company reach profitability next month. South Africans not so sure that World Cup legacy will provide promised changesRUSTENBURG, South Africa — Fistus Nape sits on the corner waiting, his belly filled with hunger, hoping that one of the passing cars will pull over to offer him work. Mayweather has damaged rib cartilage and can’t train, Golden Boy CEO saysLAS VEGAS — The chief executive of the company promoting Floyd Mayweather Jr.’s comeback fight says the boxer has damaged cartilage in his ribs and will stop training until a doctor says it’s OK. Fired AmeriCorps inspector general for national service says he acted properlyWASHINGTON — An inspector general fired by President Barack Obama said Friday he acted “with the highest integrity” in investigating AmeriCorps and other government-funded national service programs. Obama removes AmeriCorps inspector general after probe of Obama supporterWASHINGTON — President Barack Obama says he has lost confidence in the inspector general who investigates AmeriCorps and other national service programs and has told Congress he is removing him from the position. Obama removes AmeriCorps inspector general after probe of Obama’s supporterWASHINGTON — President Barack Obama says he has lost confidence in the inspector general who investigates AmeriCorps and other national service programs and has told Congress he is removing him from the position. Person familiar with deal: McNabb gets $5.3 million raise in final 2 years of current contractPHILADELPHIA — Donovan McNabb got a big raise instead of a longer contract. Obituaries in the newsMargaret Harper DURHAM, N.C. (AP) — Margaret Taylor Harper, a former candidate for lieutenant governor as the women’s movement burgeoned in North Carolina who also made marks in journalism, business and charitable work, died Sunday. She was 92. Richard Petty Motorsports lays off 9, cuts salaries, byproduct of Chrysler’s bankruptcy filingCHARLOTTE, N.C. — Richard Petty Motorsports laid off nine employees Monday and reduced salaries throughout the organization, a byproduct of Chrysler’s bankruptcy filing. NFL commissioner Roger Goodell has no timetable for new labor talks, just wants fair agreementEAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Headed into contract talks with the players’ union, NFL commissioner Roger Goodell says there is no timetable to reach a new agreement. NFLPA is trying to woo support of retired players to strengthen its hand for labor talksPALM SPRINGS, Calif. — The NFL Players Association wants the support of various groups of retired players in its upcoming contract talks with the league. Penn State records show Hall of Famer Paterno makes more than $1 million a yearSTATE COLLEGE, Pa. — Penn State coach Joe Paterno is a millionaire. |
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JOHANNESBURG — World Cup construction workers and employers are preparing to sign a wage deal ending a weeklong strike.
WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama is proposing a multibillion-dollar investment in the nation’s community colleges, a $12 billion effort to help the two-year institutions reach, teach and train more people for “the jobs of the future.”
