Cheryl K. Chumley
Columns by Cheryl K. Chumley
Sen. Dick Durbin says embattled Sen. Robert Menendez shouldn’t resign yet
Embattled N.J. Sen. Robert Menendez — who faces questions and controversies over allegations he used his political influence to help his Florida friend and campaign donor obtain favorable business deals — has received some support a few states over: Sen. Dick Durbin from Illinois says he shouldn't resign yet. Published February 11, 2013
Democrat Jan Schakowsky strikes back at Dr. Ben Carson for prayer breakfast speech
It sure didn't take long for Democrats to strike back at Thursday's National Prayer Breakfast remarks made by Dr. Benjamin Carson that took a conservative tack and criticized the national debt and current fiscal tax-and-spend policy. Published February 11, 2013
Navy SEAL Christopher Kyle’s memorial draws thousands of mourners
Thousands are gathering at Cowboys Stadium for the Monday afternoon public memorial service for former Navy SEAL sniper Chris Kyle, killed at a Texas shooting range on Feb. 2. Published February 11, 2013
Australia orders tech giants Microsoft, Apple to explain global price discrepancies
Microsoft and other technology giants have been ordered to stand before an Australian government committee and explain why prices are higher for Aussies than elsewhere in the world. Published February 11, 2013
Taliban warns Pakistani shopkeepers against Viagra
Pakistani Taliban members are threatening store owners to quit selling Viagra-type potency pills or "face the consequences," according to a media report. Published February 11, 2013
Three dead in Delaware courthouse shooting
A gunman opened fire at the New Castle County Courthouse in Delaware early Monday morning, killing two and wounding several, including at least two Capitol Police officers. Published February 11, 2013
First black pope? Emerging contenders include cardinals from Africa
The Roman Catholic Church very well could elect its first black pope — or, at the least, its first pope of non-European descent, according to various strategists and analysts. Published February 11, 2013
Israel approves 90 new homes in contested West Bank area
Israel gave the final go-ahead on Monday for construction of 90 new homes in contested and occupied areas of the West Bank — a move sure to ratchet up emotions in the White House, which has pleaded for a peaceful resolution in the settlement dispute. Published February 11, 2013
Guantanamo defense attorneys accuse government of illegal eavesdropping
Lawyers for five Guantanamo Bay prisoners who face charges stemming from the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks have accused the government of eavesdropping on private attorney-client conversations. Published February 11, 2013
Russia bans beef and pork imports from U.S.
Russia has temporarily banned imports of all beef and pork products from the United States because of concerns over a steroid-based feed additive. Published February 11, 2013
Florida Democrat Grayson returns with nasty shots at Republicans
Rep. Alan Grayson, a Florida Democrat known for his nasty and heated partisan attacks on the Republican Party, has returned for his new term with this simple threat: "I'm back," he said. Published February 11, 2013
Obama’s State of the Union to highlight the plusses of progressive policy
Progressive policies are great: That's the gist of what President Obama will suggest during Tuesday's State of the Union speech, according to various leaks, analyses and outright guesses. Published February 11, 2013
Egypt on high alert as protesters mark anniversary of Hosni Mubarak’s ouster
Egypt is on high alert, as protesters have begun rallying in remembrance of the second anniversary of ex-president Hosni Mubarak's ouster, according to various media. Published February 11, 2013
Va. governor race heats up as Cuccinelli hits McAuliffe for flip-flop
Virginia's race for the governor's seat has taken a turn to the hotter, as Republican Attorney General Kenneth T. Cuccinelli II has indirectly demanded Democratic opponent Terry McAuliffe clarify why he located his business outside the commonwealth's boundaries. Published February 11, 2013
Israeli police detain comic Sarah Silverman’s sister
Israeli police have detained the sister of U.S. comedian Sarah Silver, along with nine other women, for wearing improper religious clothing while praying at a holy site in Jerusalem. Published February 11, 2013
Chechnya leader orders crackdown on sorcerers, psychics
Chechnya's leader in Caucasus — a mountainous region of Russia dominated by Muslims — has ordered residents to stay away from psychics, sorcerers and others professing powers in the realm of magic. Published February 11, 2013
Christopher Dorner manhunt intensifies as police offer $1M reward
The manhunt for suspected cop-turned-killer Christopher Dorner continues, and police are actively investigating tips and sighting alerts they received in the hours after offering a $1 million reward for information leading to his arrest. Published February 11, 2013
Diplomats say Iran could have nuclear bomb by summer
Diplomats report that Iran is changing amounts of nuclear material into reactor fuel and is only one small step away from achieving weapons-grade uranium. Published February 11, 2013
China unseats U.S. as top trader in world
China has unseated the United States, and is now No. 1 when it comes to trade and the total sum of exports and imports, according to U.S. Commerce Department statistics. Published February 11, 2013
Pope Benedict quitting Feb. 28; pontiff cites poor health for first papal resignation since 1415
Pope Benedict XVI, 85, announced Monday he was resigning his seat because of health reasons, effective Feb. 28. Published February 11, 2013
