Cheryl K. Chumley
Columns by Cheryl K. Chumley
Egypt denounces U.S. decision to cut aid
A spokesman for Egypt’s foreign ministry adopted a defiant tone on Wednesday in response to the United States’ announced suspension of some aid, calling the decision a mistake and issuing a scathing vow that the country would nonetheless continue its quest for democracy. Published October 10, 2013
Disgraced detective in gang-SUV beat-down gets to hide face in court
Emerging details about the viral videotaped motorcycle gang attack on one New York City SUV driver and his terrified family revealed in court on Wednesday that not only did an undercover detective witness the scene as it unfolded — he also allegedly took part in the beat-down. Published October 10, 2013
Allen West backs 4 for 2014: U.S. needs ‘conservative patriots’
Former Rep. Allen West, a tea party darling who now heads a political action group to elect constitutional conservatives, gave his personal endorsement Wednesday to four candidates seeking congressional seats in 2014, calling them genuine patriots with principled stances. Published October 10, 2013
Orlando roller coaster strands 12 at top; 1 hospitalized
A dozen riders on a Universal Orlando roller coaster were stranded at the top for several hours Wednesday evening, until firefighters could assemble and save them using ropes, harnesses and a good measure of patience and skill. Published October 10, 2013
Libyan PM Ali Zeidan released by gunmen
Libyan Prime Minister Ali Zeidan was released from captivity early Thursday, just hours after gunmen stole into his luxury Tripoli hotel and snatched him from his room. Published October 10, 2013
Florida dentist sues on Obamacare: Obama ‘rules by executive fiat’
A Florida dentist is accusing President Obama of crossing a constitutional line by waiving the mandate in Obamacare for some employers and has taken his troubles to federal court. Published October 10, 2013
Anthony Weiner weighs in on shutdown: Quit ‘playing’
Former Rep. Anthony Weiner and failed New York City mayoral candidate weighed in on the government shutdown on Wednesday, calling on his former congressional colleagues to quit the politics and start acting like leaders. Published October 10, 2013
Lunch lady accused of stuffing bra with kids’ cash — $1.8M in 8 years
This is hardly the lunch lady of Adam Sandler lore. A former Rialto, Calif., school district accountant with access to kids' lunch money was reportedly captured on video stuffing her bra with bills and charged with ultimately racking up $1.8 million of stolen food fees over the span of eight years. Published October 9, 2013
Jerusalem grave vandals set Christians on edge
A string of attacks in Israel against sacred Christian sites have set followers of the faith on edge, wondering if the property desecrations are going to progress into assaults against people. Published October 9, 2013
Sen. Ben Cardin to Boehner, GOP: ‘Put down the gun’
Sen. Ben Cardin said it’s quite appropriate in the current government shutdown situation to sling around words like “hostage” and “ransom,” while suggesting House Speaker John Boehner ought to surrender to Democratic demands. Published October 9, 2013
California court rules mom OK to spank with spoon
A California appeals court on Tuesday said a mother who was brought up on child abuse charges for spanking her 12-year-old daughter with a wooden spoon acted within her parental rights, and that social services had overstepped bounds. Published October 9, 2013
Marilyn Monroe’s medical records head to auction; plastic surgery proof?
An unidentified seller is taking his medical records of the late Hollywood beauty Marilyn Monroe — complete with X-rays that supposedly prove she had cosmetic surgery — and heading to the auction block. Published October 9, 2013
Rangers arrest 21 for venturing into Grand Canyon post-shutdown
Park authorities have issued citations for 21 tourists and visitors who entered Grand Canyon National Park grounds after the government shutdown started. And in response – and in the face of furloughing other workers – the park has bolstered its security team to monitor the land around the clock. Published October 9, 2013
Obama courts conservative press in closed-door, off-the-record meeting
President Obama reached out to a handful of prominent conservative journalists, meeting with them in a closed-door, off-the-record gathering to discuss executive plans and policies likely related to the government shutdown. Published October 9, 2013
Michelle Obama cancels swank fundraising soirees amid shutdown
First lady Michelle Obama will have to reschedule a planned fundraising swing through the West Coast, the latest casualty in a string of government shutdown repercussions. Published October 9, 2013
Jerry Sandusky’s son, a Cleveland Browns executive, arrested for drunken driving
Jon Sandusky, an executive for the Cleveland Browns and the son of disgraced ex-Penn State assistant coach Jerry Sandusky, was arrested early Tuesday morning in Frago, N.D., on charges of drunken driving. Published October 9, 2013
Grover Norquist: Sen. Ted Cruz owes GOP an apology
Americans for Tax Reform president Grover Norquist has ratcheted up his criticisms of Sen. Ted Cruz, calling the Texas tea party hero a poor political planner and demanding he apologize to fellow Republicans for his relentless push to defund Obamacare. Published October 9, 2013
17 grieving families of troops killed in action decry halt of death payment
So far, 17 families have been left in the cold on death benefit payouts of $100,000 for their killed-in-action military loved ones, due to the failure of U.S. authorities to clarify how the payout should proceed during the government shutdown. And they are outraged. Published October 9, 2013
John Boehner’s order: Keep congressional gym open
Just because the government has gone into shutdown mode doesn’t mean members of Congress have to give up their exercise routines. Per order of House Speaker John A. Boehner’s office: Keep the members-only workout facility open for use. Published October 9, 2013
Iowa man calls cops: I was stiffed in a drug deal
A 57-year-old Iowa City man called police to report a theft of sorts — his friend failed to pay him for the illegal drugs he provided. Published October 9, 2013
