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SelectPlusMan Shot, Killed in Home InvasionMan Shot, Killed in Home InvasionThe Associated PressPolice suspect a drug connection to a Wisconsin home invasion that left a 28-year-old man dead. (July 24)[Notes:ANCHOR VOICE] [Notes:various exteriors of home throughout - WDJT]Police say a man's mother was asleep on a couch in the living room of this home when two men kicked in the door and went inside.When the man heard his mom scream, he went running downstairs.SOT: Sgt. Bernie Kupper, Racine Police: "The offender spotted him coming down the stairs. He spotted them wearing the masks and the firearms displayed openly, and he turned around and ran back up the stairs."The robbers followed him, dragged him downstairs and demanded money.When he told them he didn't have any, they shot him - several times, in front of his mother. Neighbors heard the commotion.SOT: Darlene Middleton, Neighbor: "A lady running out and yelling, 'help me, help me, my son is dying, I think my son is dying!'." Police say they think the man and the intruders knew each other and it may have been a dispute about drugs. The intruders are still at large. ___ ___, The Associated Press Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: wi home-invasion shot killed home invasion Added: July 24, 2008

SelectPlusRaw Video: Near Miss During Traffic StopRaw Video: Near Miss During Traffic StopThe Associated PressA police officer in Burnsville, Minnesota, had a car pulled over when another car slammed into it. The crash sent the officer jumping into a ditch. Authorities say the driver of the second car was drunk. (July 24)This video contains ONLY natural sound. No script is available. Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: mn car-crash raw video: traffic stop Added: July 24, 2008

SelectPlusMinimum Wage Goes Up ThursdayMinimum Wage Goes Up ThursdayThe Associated PressAbout 2 million Americans get a raise Thursday as the federal minimum wage goes up, but that is countered by higher gas and food prices those workers are already paying. (July 24)[Notes:ANCHOR VOICE] Get ready for a pay raise if you make minimum wage...and it's a pretty sizeable one, too.On Thursday, the federal minimum wage goes up 70 cents. That affects about 2 million Americans.That's great news for low income earners who are already paying more for gas and food. But one economist calls it a drop in the bucket compared to higher costs. The good news? 23 states and the District of Columbia already pay more than that. AND it goes up again next year to $7.25.Besides, most businesses, even restaurants and other service sector companies pay more than minimum wage anyway.The bad news? Some small businesses are already saying they'll have to raise prices to cover the higher cost to pay employees. ___ ___, The Associated Press Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: minimum wage up thursday Added: July 24, 2008

SportsSource:Hardy Tests Positive for Banned SubstanceSource:Hardy Tests Positive for Banned SubstanceThe Associated PressAmerican swimmer Jessica Hardy's trip to the Olympics could be in jeopardy. A person familiar with test reults says Hardy has tested positive for a banned substance. (July 24)[Notes:ANCHOR VOICE] It was less than a month ago that American swimmer Jessica Hardy won the 100 meter breaststroke at the Olympic trials. She also qualified for the U-S team in the 50 meter freestyle, the four by 100 freestyle relay and the four by 100 medley relay. But her planned trip to Beijing could now be in jeopardy. A person familiar with drug test results tells the Associated Press that Hardy has tested positive for a banned substance, described as a stimulant. Hardy can now appeal to both the American Arbitration Association and the Court of Arbitration for Sport. Typically, a first-time doping offense results in a two-year ban. Hardy's agent says she told him that she never did anything wrong and that she never cheated. Hardy currently holds the American record in the 100 meter breaststroke. ___ ___, The Associated Press.(****END****) ANCHOR VOICE:-------------------------VIDEO PRODUCER: Kevin White------------------------------VIDEO SOURCE: AP Images--------------------------VIDEO APPROVAL:------------------------------VIDEO RESTRICTIONS:----------------------------------SCRIPT/WIRE SOURCE:BC-OLY--SWM-Hardy-Drug Positive, 5th Ld-Write2090------------------------------------ Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: hardy drug_tests source:hardy tests positive banned substance Added: July 24, 2008

SelectPlusJilted Bride Gets $150,000 SettlementJilted Bride Gets $150,000 SettlementThe Associated PressA jury awarded a woman $150,000 after she sued her former fiance for leaving her before the wedding. (July 24)[Notes:ANCHOR VOICE] [Notes:exteriors of courthouse]It was the case of the jilted bride for a jury in Gainesville, Georgia. [Notes:split screen] Rosemary Shell sued former fiance Wayne Gibbs for $150,000.SOT: Rosemary Shell, Jilted Bride: "this has been the most difficult thing I've ever had to do and i think justice has been served." [Notes:Shell and attorney walking]Atlanta TV station, WSB, reports in the end, the jury agreed with Shell. She and her lawyer left the courthouse victorious. Her lawyer says the wedding was a scam from the beginning.SOT: Lydia Sartain, Attorney for Jilted Bride: "he never intended to marry her but it cost her a tremendous amount financially." [Notes:various of Shell] Shell says she left a job paying $80,000 a year to move closer to Gibbs. She ended up with a job that paid just $30,000 -- then he dumped her.SOT: Shell: "financially he destroyed me. Just a lot of ways and people shouldn't be allowed to do that. Hopefully, he'll think twice before he does it to someone else." [Notes:juror walking]After the verdict, one of the jurors said she didn't really think Shell deserved the money, but she gave in to the other jurors.SOT: Delitha Smith, Juror: "he'd done paid her a bundle along with the engagement ring. That was really worth a lot of money, that she could've hocked." [Notes:Gibbs outside courthouse] As for the former groom... he didn't say a word. ___ ___, The Associated Press Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: jilted ex bride $150 000 settlement Added: July 24, 2008

SelectPlusAP Top StoriesAP Top StoriesThe Associated PressHere's the latest news for Thursday, July 24th: Dolly downgraded to tropical storm; U.S. House passes housing rescue bill; Florida tomato growers seek government compensation for losses; New Orleans oil spill closes Mississippi River.DOLLY HAS BEEN DOWNGRADED TO A TROPICAL STORM IN SOUTH TEXAS.IT HAD SUSTAINED WINDS NEAR 70 MILES PER HOUR LATE WEDNESDAY EVENING AND FORECASTERS SAY IT WILL KEEP WEAKENING AS IT MOVES FARTHER INLAND.--------------------------------------------HOUSE LAWMAKERS IN WASHINGTON HAVE SAID YES TO A HOUSING RESCUE BILL.THE LEGISLATION AIMS TO HELP HUNDREDS OF THOUSANDS OF HOMEOWNERS FACING FORECLOSURE -- AND KEEP MORTGAGE GIANTS FANNIE MAE AND FREDDIE MAC FROM COLLAPSING. ----------------------------------------FLORIDA TOMATO GROWERS WANT COMPENSATION FOR BIG LOSSES DUE TO THE SALMONELLA OUTBREAK AND THE GOVERNMENT'S ORIGINAL FOCUS ON RAW TOMATOES. THE F-D-A WAS NEVER ABLE TO PINPOINT THE ORIGIN OF THE OUTBREAK --- NOW GROWERS WILL LOBBY CONGRESS FOR MONEY, ----------------------------------------- A BIG STRETCH OF THE MISSISSIPPI RIVER AROUND NEW ORLEANS COULD BE CLOSED FOR DAYS AS CREWS TRY TO CLEAN UP A GIANT OIL SPILL.THE COAST GUARDS SAYS THE SPILL WAS CAUSED WHEN A BARGE LADEN WITH FUEL OIL COLLIDED WITH ANOTHER VESSEL AND SPLIT IN TWO. ___ ___, The Associated Press with AP NewsMinute. Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: minuteworld ap Added: July 24, 2008

PlusSmall Pickups Panned for SafetySmall Pickups Panned for SafetyThe Associated PressFor the first time, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has conducted side-tests for small pickups. The results were good for Toyota Tacoma, but 'dismal' for several other models. (July 23)WITH GAS PRICES RISING -- SMALL PICKUP TRUCKS ARE LOOKING LIKE A MORE ATTRACTIVE TRANSPORTATION OPTION.BUT ACCORDING TO THE INSURANCE INSTITUTE FOR HIGHWAY SAFETY -- YOU'RE NOT LIKELY TO FIND MANY CHOICES WITH STATE OF THE ART CRASH PROTECTION. [Notes:SOT -- ADRIAN LUND/ PRES. INSURANCE INST. FOR HIGHWAY SAFETY] pickups may have a rough and tough image....but most of the small ones we tested aren't providing state of the art protection. [Notes:SOT -- ADRIAN LUND/INSURANCE INSTITUTE FOR HIGHWAY SAFETY]THE INSTITUTE TESTED FIVE DIFFERENT MODELS -- THE TOYOTA TACOMA -- DODGE DAKOTA -- FORD RANGER -- NISSAN FRONTIER -- AND CHEVROLET COLORADO -- AND FOUND THE TOYOTA TACOMA TO BE THE BEST OF THE BUNCH. [Notes:SOT --ADRIAN LUND/PRES. INSURANCE INSTITUTE] 'the toyota tacoma was the exception in this group of vehicles...not only did it earn a good rating in frontal crash protection but it also got a good rating in our side impact tests...which simulates what happens if another suv or pickup runs into your side.THE 2008 TACOMA FEATURES OPTIONAL AIRBAGS.THEY'LL BE STANDARD ON 2009 MODELS WHICH WILL SOON GO ON SALE. [Notes:VO --PICKUP TRUCKS]THREE OTHER SMALL PICKUPS-- THE DODGE DAKOTA -- FORD RANGER -- AND NISSAN FRONTIER ALL RATED MARGINAL IN SIDE CRASH TESTS.THE CHEVROLET COLORADO FARED THE WORST -- WITH A POOR RATING. [Notes:SOT--ADRIAN LUND] To begin with...there was a lot of intrusion...well into the drivers survival space....the injury measures we recorded on the driver dummy showed a risk of internal organ injuries and multiple rib fractures. [Notes:VO--SIDE IMPACT VIDEO]THE INSTITUTE SAYS SIDE TESTS ARE IMPORTANT BECAUSE SIDE IMPACTS ARE THE SECOND MOST COMMON TYPE OF FATAL CRASH -- KILLING ABOUT 9 THOUSAND OCCUPANTS A YEAR. [Notes:VO--SHOTS OF TEST DRIVING AND VEHICLE STABILITY] IT'S ALSO ADVISING MOTORISTS TO BUY A PICK-UP WITH ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL. TAKE A LOOK AT THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THESE TWO VEHICLES. THE ONE ON THE BOTTOM HAS ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL -- THE ONE ON TOP DOESN'T. [Notes:SOT -- ADRIAN LUND]E-S-C is a lifesaving feature...and you shouldn't buy a new vehicle without it. [Notes:VO--SHOTS OF VEHICLES] THE ONLY SMALL PICK-UPS THAT OFFER ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL IN THIS GROUP ARE THE TACOMA AND THE FRONTIER.AND TOYOTA IS MAKING IT STANDARD STARTING IN 2009. ___ ___, The Associated Press. Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: crash tests pickups panned safety Added: July 24, 2008

PlusVactioners Talk About Their Date With DollyVactioners Talk About Their Date With DollyThe Associated PressSome South Padre Island visitors say they had no idea Dolly would pack such a powerful punch so they decided to continue their vacation. A category 2 hurricane blew into town instead of the 'little tropical storm' they were expecting. (July 23)(vo)Almost everyone who rode out hurricane dolly at the padre south resort hotel has the same story...(sot)melissa garciaEveryone told us it wasn't a big deal it would be a little tropiocal storm so we decided to stay...(vo)Noone, noone expected this...(sot) cassandra veraThe sounds woke us up, we could hear the windows shaking and that whistling noise..(vo)What cassandra vera didn't know is that that whistling noise was just the beginning..(sot)The first window that broke we were looking out of it when it shattered(vo)Within seconds hurricane dolly shredded this entire wing of the hotel, one by one breaking out window after window...In the lobbies, and in every single room on the west side of the building..That meant families and their pets, including four dogs and one very scared cat..Had to spend the next five hours huddled in a dark hallway..(sot)Laura gomezWe figured it would be safer over here because there is no glass we have five children with us and we wanted to make sure they were ok and not get cut..(vo)And glass was everywear, blowing around the building inside and out...(sot)rocky hernandez**It's horrible every window in the lobbies are out every floor every window is out you can see the beds all the stuff is blowing out...(vo)Still everyone got out alive and now they all have quote a story to tell about their night at the dolly motel..(sot)no super needed repeat customer******It was an eye opener and I think we'll appreciate each other a little more startng tomorrow..(vo)Rich matthews the ap south padre island texas.. Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: dollyhotel vactioners date dolly Added: July 23, 2008

TodayInHistoryToday in History for July 24thToday in History for July 24thThe Associated PressHighlights of this day in history: A key ruling during the Watergate scandal; Nixon and Khrushchev hold a 'kitchen debate' during the Cold War; Brigham Young and Mormon followers arrive in present-day Utah; Apollo 11's crew returns home. (July 24)[Notes:ANCHOR VOICE] July 24th, 1974:(AP Archive Video)(NAT of Nixon)In Washington, the U.S. Supreme Court weighs in on the Watergate scandal.It says President Richard Nixon must turn over subpoenaed White House tape recordings sought by the Watergate special prosecutor.The unanimous ruling prompts Nixon to resign from office weeks later.1959:(AP Archive Video)(NAT of Khrushchev in Russian, speaking to Nixon)What's known as the "Kitchen Debate" between Cold War superpowers takes place at an American exhibition in Moscow... (SOT of Nixon, addressing Khrushchev)That's where then-Vice President Richard Nixon and Soviet leader Nikita Khrushchev compare their countries' political and economic systems.1847: (AP Photos) Mormon leader Brigham Young and his followers arrive in the Great Salt Lake Valley in present-day Utah.That's where the Mormons settle in America's West --- founding what's now known as Salt Lake City.1783: (AP Photos)Simon Bolivar (see-MOAN boh-LEE-var) --- who led revolts against Spain's colonial rule in Latin America --- is born in Caracas, Venezuela.And, 1969:(AP Archive Video / AP Photos)Apollo 11 splashes down safely in the Pacific Ocean, just days after two of its astronauts become the first men to set foot on the Moon.Today in History, July 24th --- ___ ___, The Associated Press.(****END****) ANCHOR VOICE:-------------------------Ed DonahueVIDEO PRODUCER:------------------------------Ray BassettVIDEO SOURCE:--------------------------VariousVIDEO APPROVAL:------------------------------Nick MooreVIDEO RESTRICTIONS:----------------------------------NoneSCRIPT/WIRE SOURCE:------------------------------------ Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: today history july 24th Added: July 23, 2008

SelectPlusRaw Video: Obama Tours Western WallRaw Video: Obama Tours Western WallThe Associated PressDemocratic presidential contender Barack Obama has paid a predawn visit to the holiest place in Judaism. Obama placed a small note inside the ancient Western Wall, then bowed his head in prayer. (July 24)[Notes:ANCHOR VOICE] ___ ___, The Associated Press.(****END****) ANCHOR VOICE:-------------------------VIDEO PRODUCER: Kevin White------------------------------VIDEO SOURCE: Pool--------------------------VIDEO APPROVAL: Yes------------------------------VIDEO RESTRICTIONS: None----------------------------------SCRIPT/WIRE SOURCE:V2733 AP-Right Now------------------------------------ Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: obama wall raw video: tours western Added: July 23, 2008

SelectPlusDolly Weakens, Fears Turn to FloodingDolly Weakens, Fears Turn to FloodingThe Associated PressHurricane Dolly barreled into South Texas on Wednesday, lashing the coast with winds up to 100 mph and dumping heavy rain that flooded some low-lying areas. But by evening it had weakened to a tropical storm. (July 23)[Notes:ANCHOR VOICE] After pounding South Texas Wednesday afternoon...Hurricane Dolly has lost some of its strength and is a tropical storm again.The category 2 storm struck just north of the Mexican border with winds as high as 100 miles per hour.((SOT: pat leonard- Trees were just bending over, lot's of wind noises right now I can barely walk against the wind))South Padre Island and small communities just north of Brownsville were hit the hardest.Power was knocked out across the region.The winds ripped off several roofs and water submerged some main streets.Most residents took cover inside their homes at the height of the storm, but the Texas National Guard was on standby just in case of an emergency.((Lt. Col. Brian Dickens/Texas Army National Guards SOT: If anybody is trapped in the high water we can go in and rescue them and get them to a safe area))Officials say there is some good news-- there have been no reports of deaths in Mexico or Texasand the levees they were concerned about ahead of the hurricane seem to be holding up.Authorities were worried that Dolly could produce 20 inches of rain in some places, possibly breaching levees in the Rio Grande Valley.The storm steered clear of the flood walls just before making landfall.Dolly is now about 60 miles northwest of Brownsville with winds around 70 miles per hour.Weather officials say the hurricane may turn into a tropical depression as it moves inland. It's expected to die out on Friday. Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: dollylatest dolly weakens fears flooding Added: July 23, 2008

SelectPlusDolly Weakens, Fears Turn to FloodingDolly Weakens, Fears Turn to FloodingThe Associated PressHurricane Dolly barreled into South Texas on Wednesday, lashing the coast with winds up to 100 mph and dumping heavy rain that flooded some low-lying areas. But by evening it had weakened to a tropical storm. (July 23)[Notes:ANCHOR VOICE] After pounding South Texas Wednesday afternoon...Hurricane Dolly has lost some of its strength and is a tropical storm again.The category 2 storm struck just north of the Mexican border with winds as high as 100 miles per hour.((SOT: pat leonard- Trees were just bending over, lot's of wind noises right now I can barely walk against the wind))South Padre Island and small communities just north of Brownsville were hit the hardest.Power was knocked out across the region.The winds ripped off several roofs and water submerged some main streets.Most residents took cover inside their homes at the height of the storm, but the Texas National Guard was on standby just in case of an emergency.((Lt. Col. Brian Dickens/Texas Army National Guards SOT: If anybody is trapped in the high water we can go in and rescue them and get them to a safe area))Officials say there is some good news-- there have been no reports of deaths in Mexico or Texasand the levees they were concerned about ahead of the hurricane seem to be holding up.Authorities were worried that Dolly could produce 20 inches of rain in some places, possibly breaching levees in the Rio Grande Valley.The storm steered clear of the flood walls just before making landfall.Dolly is now about 60 miles northwest of Brownsville with winds around 70 miles per hour.Weather officials say the hurricane may turn into a tropical depression as it moves inland. It's expected to die out on Friday. Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: dollylatest dolly weakens fears flooding Added: July 23, 2008

PlusRail Service Restored After Power OutageRail Service Restored After Power OutageThe Associated PressThousands of evening commuters and rail travelers in the Northeast were delayed Wednesday after a power outage snarled train service in the region. (July 23)[Notes:NATS up "It could always be worse/"] Crowds of disappointed passengers looked up at the schedule board at Penn Station .. Only to read this... [Notes:Vid tightshot ... 'Delayed']Amtrak train service from Boston to Philadelphia was severely delayed because of a huge power outage that stretched the entire region. That left thousands of rush hour travelers in New York and New Jersey stranded for more than an hour. But emotions were mixed among New York City passengers .. Forced to wait it out... With delays running as high as 90 minutes. [Notes:SOT Andrea Flynn, Passenger: "I'm feeling really frustrated .... I feel like the train is almost always delayed. and I try to take the train to avoid traffic or air traffic problems and now I'm sitting in this awful train station with no benches and no airconditioning ."] [Notes:SOT Courtney White, Passenger: "I think when there's a delay, there's almost always good reason .. and I think we're so udes to getting things when we want it and how we want it and where we want it , that sometimes these things slow us down. Make us just realize to be thankful for waht we do have."]Amtrak and New Jersey Transit say train service was restored just before six p-m Good news for passenger who were en route when the power went out. [Notes:SOT Micah Gelman: "They told us the power had come back on and we saw a train starting to move ...and they started moving us from one train to another in the middle of the track so that was interesting"] Amtrak says the cause of the outage is under investigation. ___ ___, The Associated Press.(****END****) Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: amtrak delays rail service restored after outage Added: July 23, 2008

EntertainmentExtraWinehouse Immortalized in WaxWinehouse Immortalized in WaxThe Associated PressHear what Amy Winehouse's dad has to say about her new wax figure at London's Madame Tussauds. (July 23)This video contains ONLY natural sound. No script is available. Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: winehouse wax immortalized Added: July 23, 2008

SportsThe Rift Between Favre and the PackersThe Rift Between Favre and the PackersThe Associated PressAP Pro Football Writer Barry Wilner takes a look at the dispute between Brett Favre and the Green Bay Packers. Wilner reports the standoff won't have a pleasant ending unless one side backs down. (July 23)This video contains ONLY natural sound. No script is available. Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: ap fbn--packers-favre rift between favre packers Added: July 23, 2008

EntertainmentExtraWinehouse Immortalized in WaxWinehouse Immortalized in WaxThe Associated PressHear what Amy Winehouse's dad has to say about her new wax figure at London's Madame Tussauds. (July 23)This video contains ONLY natural sound. No script is available. Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: winehouse wax immortalized Added: July 23, 2008

EntertainmentExtraWinehouse Immortalized in WaxWinehouse Immortalized in WaxThe Associated PressHear what Amy Winehouse's dad has to say about her new wax figure at London's Madame Tussauds. (July 23)This video contains ONLY natural sound. No script is available. Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: winehouse wax immortalized Added: July 23, 2008

EntertainmentEntertainmentExtraDuchovny, Anderson Believe in New X-Files FlickDuchovny, Anderson Believe in New X-Files FlickThe Associated Press'X Files' creator Chris Carter and stars David Duchovny and Gillian Anderson talk about their new film. (July 23)This video contains ONLY natural sound. No script is available. Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: files duchovny anderson x-files flick Added: July 23, 2008

EntertainmentExtraWinehouse Immortalized in WaxWinehouse Immortalized in WaxThe Associated PressHear what Amy Winehouse's dad has to say about her new wax figure at London's Madame Tussauds. (July 23)This video contains ONLY natural sound. No script is available. Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: winehouse wax immortalized Added: July 23, 2008

PlusReactions to Obama's Mideast Trip MixedReactions to Obama's Mideast Trip MixedThe Associated PressNew Yorker voters are giving Barack Obama's trip to the Mideast mixed reviews. On Wednesday, the Democratic presidential hopeful says it's in the best interest of Israel to reach a lasting peace with the Palestinians. (July 23)This video contains ONLY natural sound. No script is available. Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: obamaisrael reactions obama's mideast trip mixed Added: July 23, 2008

PlusFla. Growers Want Compensation for Tomato ScareFla. Growers Want Compensation for Tomato ScareThe Associated PressFlorida tomato growers want the federal government to compensate them for millions of dollars in lost revenue when a nationwide salmonella outbreak occurred and the government first focused on raw tomatoes. (July 23)[Notes:VO -- SHOTS OF FARMHAND PICKING TOMATOES] FLORIDA TOMATO GROWERS SAY THEY WANT COMPENSATION FROM WASHINGTON FOR THE MILLIONS IN LOSSES THEY SUFFERED DUE TO A SALMONELLA INVESTIGATION THAT ORIGINALLY FOCUSED ON RAW TOMATOES. [Notes:VO--SHOT OF MAXWELL]WILL MAXWELL IS THE PRESIDENT OF A NORTH FLORIDA GROWERS ASSOCIATION. [Notes:SOT-- WILL MAXWELL/GADSDEM CO. TOMATO GROWERS ASSN] We got tainted with guilt by association...and it just killed our market. [Notes:VO--FDA VIDEO, TOMATO VIDEO]THE F-D-A PERFORMED EXTENSIVE INSPECTIONS IN FLORIDA AND FOUND NO PROBLEMS. AFTER FOCUSING ON TOMATOES FOR WEEKS -- THE AGENCY HAS RECENTLY SHIFTED ITS FOCUS TO JALAPENO PEPPERS.MAXWELL SAYS HE THINKS THE F-D-A SPOKE PREMATURELY WITHOUT HAVING ALL THE FACTS. [Notes:SOT --WILL MAXWELL] we've got to assess our losses...and then maybe we can get some relief from the government. [Notes:VO --TOMATO VIDEO]FLORIDA'S AGRICULTURE COMMISSIONER WILL MAKE THE REQUEST WHEN HE TRAVELS TO CAPITOL HILL TO TESTIFY ON THE ISSUE.HE PLANS TO SPEAK ABOUT HOW WASHINGTON AND THE STATES CAN BETTER PARTNER IN THE FUTURE TO PREVENT THESE SORTS OF LOSSES. [Notes:SOT --LIZ COMPTON/ FLA. DEPT. OF AGRICULTURE] There's got to be a way to protect the public....public health and safety is the top priority ...But we also have to look out for grower who are losing tens of millions of dollars unnecessarily. [Notes:VO--FILE LAB SHOTS]THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT HAS LIFTED ITS ADVISORY -- AND DECLARED TOMATOES SAFE TO EAT.THE F-D-A IS NOW WARNING PEOPLE NOT TO EAT RAW JALAPENO PEPPERS AFTER ONE PEPPER AT A TEXAS FOOD DISTRIBUTION CENTER TESTED POSITIVE FOR THE STRAIN OF SALMONELLA LINKED TO THE OUTBREAK. ___ ___, The Associated Press. Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: salmonella scare fla. growers compensation tomato Added: July 23, 2008

EntertainmentExtraWinehouse Immortalized in WaxWinehouse Immortalized in WaxThe Associated PressHear what Amy Winehouse's dad has to say about her new wax figure at London's Madame Tussauds. (July 23)This video contains ONLY natural sound. No script is available. Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: winehouse wax immortalized Added: July 23, 2008

PlusFla. Growers Want Compensation for Tomato ScareFla. Growers Want Compensation for Tomato ScareThe Associated PressFlorida tomato growers want the federal government to compensate them for millions of dollars in lost revenue when a nationwide salmonella outbreak occurred and the government first focused on raw tomatoes. (July 23)[Notes:VO -- SHOTS OF FARMHAND PICKING TOMATOES] FLORIDA TOMATO GROWERS SAY THEY WANT COMPENSATION FROM WASHINGTON FOR THE MILLIONS IN LOSSES THEY SUFFERED DUE TO A SALMONELLA INVESTIGATION THAT ORIGINALLY FOCUSED ON RAW TOMATOES. [Notes:VO--SHOT OF MAXWELL]WILL MAXWELL IS THE PRESIDENT OF A NORTH FLORIDA GROWERS ASSOCIATION. [Notes:SOT-- WILL MAXWELL/GADSDEM CO. TOMATO GROWERS ASSN] We got tainted with guilt by association...and it just killed our market. [Notes:VO--FDA VIDEO, TOMATO VIDEO]THE F-D-A PERFORMED EXTENSIVE INSPECTIONS IN FLORIDA AND FOUND NO PROBLEMS. AFTER FOCUSING ON TOMATOES FOR WEEKS -- THE AGENCY HAS RECENTLY SHIFTED ITS FOCUS TO JALAPENO PEPPERS.MAXWELL SAYS HE THINKS THE F-D-A SPOKE PREMATURELY WITHOUT HAVING ALL THE FACTS. [Notes:SOT --WILL MAXWELL] we've got to assess our losses...and then maybe we can get some relief from the government. [Notes:VO --TOMATO VIDEO]FLORIDA'S AGRICULTURE COMMISSIONER WILL MAKE THE REQUEST WHEN HE TRAVELS TO CAPITOL HILL TO TESTIFY ON THE ISSUE.HE PLANS TO SPEAK ABOUT HOW WASHINGTON AND THE STATES CAN BETTER PARTNER IN THE FUTURE TO PREVENT THESE SORTS OF LOSSES. [Notes:SOT --LIZ COMPTON/ FLA. DEPT. OF AGRICULTURE] There's got to be a way to protect the public....public health and safety is the top priority ...But we also have to look out for grower who are losing tens of millions of dollars unnecessarily. [Notes:VO--FILE LAB SHOTS]THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT HAS LIFTED ITS ADVISORY -- AND DECLARED TOMATOES SAFE TO EAT.THE F-D-A IS NOW WARNING PEOPLE NOT TO EAT RAW JALAPENO PEPPERS AFTER ONE PEPPER AT A TEXAS FOOD DISTRIBUTION CENTER TESTED POSITIVE FOR THE STRAIN OF SALMONELLA LINKED TO THE OUTBREAK. ___ ___, The Associated Press. Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: salmonella scare fla. growers compensation tomato Added: July 23, 2008

PlusMiss. River at New Orleans Shut After Fuel SpillMiss. River at New Orleans Shut After Fuel SpillThe Associated PressA stretch of the Mississippi River at New Orleans could be closed for days as crews clean a 12-mile oil slick caused Wednesday when a tanker and barge collided, officials said. (July 23)This video contains ONLY natural sound. No script is available. Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: la oil-spill miss. river orleans shut after fuel spill Added: July 23, 2008

SelectPlusAt Least Six Dead After Heavy Rain Hits ChinaAt Least Six Dead After Heavy Rain Hits ChinaThe Associated PressHeavy rains causing floods in the central Chinese province of Hubei have killed six people and affected 584-thousand, the official Xinhua News Agency reported on Tuesday. (July 23)[Notes:ANCHOR VOICE] [Notes:Dateline: Hubei, China][Notes:Various vid flooding] Six people are dead in central China after heavy rains caused severe flooding.Another half million people have been affected. The rains started hitting the Hubei (HOO -BAY) province on Sunday.China's officials news agency reported three people were swept away by the floods, two killed by lightning strikes ... And one died in a house collapse.Some residents used ropes to guide them away from this flooded building.Others were forced to push their cars through flooded streets after getting stuck.Local media report about 12-thousand people have been evacuated. ___ ___, The Associated Press.(****END****) Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: china rain six dead after heavy hits Added: July 23, 2008

PlusHouse OKs Rescue for Homeowners, Freddie, FannieHouse OKs Rescue for Homeowners, Freddie, FannieThe Associated PressRescue legislation sailed through the House Wednesday aimed at helping 400,000 strapped homeowners avoid foreclosure and to prevent troubled mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac from collapsing. (July 23)Video: pix of foreclosed home Track: The bill throws a lifeline to hundreds of thousands of homeowners caught in the credit crunch: SOT: Manuel Berrios ''WE CAME IN HERE LOOKING FOR A LOWER PAYMENT B/C THE PAYMENT RIGHT NOW IS TOO HIGH. '' Video: pix of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Track: It also provides a financial safety net to mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac in hopes of restoring confidence in them: SOT: Congresswoman Maxine Waters, D-Calif. 12:19 p.m. This bill is about stabilizing this economy and we cannot afford to have the largest two semi-government agencies unprotected.(:11) Video: more pix of foreclosed homes Track: Helping the mortgage giants trumped the president's opposition to almost four billion dollars so communities can buy and fix up foreclosed properties. SOT: White House Press secretary Dana Perino: PERINO SOT: (4:00 approx from start of briefing) He thought it was wasteful, and that it would encourage lenders to foreclose on properties, rather than have them work with the homeowner to try to help them rework their loan and be able to stay in their house. (:12) Standup Bridge: TRACK: The administration's decision to drop its veto threat underscored a split within the GOP, with congressional Republicans blasting the measure as irresponsible--saying taxpayers deserve better: SOT: Congresswoman Michele Bachmann, R-Minn. 12:46 p.m. What will american taxpayer be getting in return for being put on hook for a deal they weren't part of Video: Homes for sale/// Track: Republicans are worried there's no dollar limit if a bailout of the mortgage giants is needed. The congressional budget office says it could cost taxpayers 25 billion dollars. Video: cover video of Paulson Track: Treasury Secretary Paulson says the bill will help turn the corner on the housing crisis. Video: picks of naca folks/dunno what we have from their event SOT: though a group working to help at risk homeowners has its doubts: SOT: DARREN HENDON NACA/COUNSELOR FROM LOS ANGELES 16:19:55 we want the gov't to be more proactive in supporting the solution rather than putting a bandaid over a bullet wound b/c Video: wide shot of senate??? Track: Senate action on the bill is expected by the weekend. Jb the ap capitol hill Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: congress housing house oks rescue homeowners freddie fannie Added: July 23, 2008

PlusMcCain Denies He Misstated Timing of Iraq SurgeMcCain Denies He Misstated Timing of Iraq SurgeThe Associated PressRepublican John McCain pushed back against Democratic criticism that he misstated when the troop buildup ordered by President Bush began, saying elements were put in place before Bush announced the strategy in early 2007. (July 23)This video contains ONLY natural sound. No script is available. Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: mccain denies misstated timing iraq surge Added: July 23, 2008

SelectPlusObama Says He's Committed to Israel's SecurityObama Says He's Committed to Israel's SecurityThe Associated PressBarack Obama says he is committed to the security of Israel. Obama visited Israel and the West Bank in the latest stops on his overseas trip. (July 23)[Notes:ANCHOR VOICE] Barack Obama is defending his proposal to negotiate with Iran. SOTBarack Obama"My whole goal in terms of having tough, serious direct diplomacy is not because I'm naive about the nature of any of these regimes. I'm not"Obama says he would use a series of big sticks and big carrots to persuade Iran to abandon its nuclear ambitions.The Democratic presidential candidate made the statements in Sderot, an Israeli city that has been the frequent target of rocket attacks from Palestinian militants.Obama assured both Israel and the Palestinians that he would address the Mideast conflict early in his presidency.SOTBarack Obama I think there's a population on both sides that's frustrated with the process. And where there's hopelessness and despair, that can often turn in a bad direction"Obama came to Israel facing many challenges. Palestinians are skeptical that any U-S leader will reverse Washington's perceived bias toward Israel. Israelis are concerned he would push Israel too hard in negotiations with the Palestinians.SOTMarina Ottaway/Carnegie Endowment"I think at this point the Israelis have received answers that show support on the part of Sen Obama for their positions and demands, and the Palestinians have not. The paradox is that the Israeli's still do not completely trust Sen Obama" Obama has consistently said the U-S will remain a friend and ally of Israel. But some Jewish Americans say they're skeptical.SOTHarvey Woll/Voter "i'm just wondering is it's something he's saying to try to get elected and try to get the Jewish vote behind him, or if it's something he's really sincere about"SOTJoseph RawasIf he goes through and sticks to his points, I will be an obama supporter. But he's got to stick to his ways, not just going into be president and leaving Israel alone like all the presidents before"Obama's overseas trip takes him to Germany on Thursday. ___ ___, The Associated Press. Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: obama mideast says he's committed israel's security Added: July 23, 2008

SelectPlusAP Campaign MinuteAP Campaign MinuteThe Associated PressHere are the top AP Campaign Stories for July 23rd: Obama tries to reassure Israelis and Palestinians; McCain cites drop in oil prices; Man crashes through Berlin site where Obama will speak; McCain cancels trip to Louisiana.This is AP Campaign Minute.Barack Obama tried to ease fears that he'd weaken the special relationship between the U-S and Israel. The Democratic candidate gave assurances while visiting the official residence of the Israeli prime minister. He also promised to help Palestinians get their own state.Republican John McCain campaigned in Pennsylvania, a state that hasn't voted for a Republican for president since 1988. There he gave President Bush credit for lifting an executive order banning offshore oil drilling--an idea McCain has backed. McCain says that lead to a ten dollar a barrel drop in the price of oil. German police arrested a man on the grounds where Obama is scheduled to speak Thursday. Police say a 40-year-old driver plowed through a barricade in Berlin. A former German president says an Obama presidency could pave the way for a new trans-atlantic relationship. McCain had planned to go to Louisiana Wednesday night, but was forced to cancel the trip due to severe weather. There had been speculation that he would meet with a potential vice presidential pick--Governor Bobby Jindal. ___ ___, The Associated Press. Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: campaign minute ap Added: July 23, 2008

SelectPlusDolly Pummels Texas Gulf CoastDolly Pummels Texas Gulf CoastThe Associated PressResidents of South Padre Island, Texas stayed inside as Hurricane Dolly roared ashore, flooding roadways and tearing up roofs and stop lights. The AP's Rich Matthews says the storm came ashore with more force than some anticipated. (July 23)[Notes:ANCHOR VOICE] It was a true heavy weight fight, with hurricane dolly pummeling the popular tourist destination south padre island for hours Wednesday...By the time the storm made landfall it was an impressive category 2 hurricane.. Much stronger than most people had anticipated..Those winds took their toll tearing the roofs off of several buildings.. And forcing storm surge into the road ways...By midday padre boulevard the main drag through town was completely underwater... and nearly every stoplight looked like this one....Power is out to the entire island and dozens of transformers blew up...While many people stayed on the island during the storm, most stayed inside during it's height.. (standup)Needless to say it's going to take a lot more time and money to clean this place up than anyone expected..Rich matthews the ap south padre island texas. ___ ___, The Associated Press.(****END****) ANCHOR VOICE:-------------------------VIDEO PRODUCER: Lee Powell/Rich Matthews------------------------------VIDEO SOURCE: AP--------------------------VIDEO APPROVAL:------------------------------VIDEO RESTRICTIONS:----------------------------------SCRIPT/WIRE SOURCE:------------------------------------ Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: dolly latest pummels texas gulf coast Added: July 23, 2008