Father of Murdered Family Caught in Haiti
Mesac Damas, who is suspected of killing his wife and five children, was apprehended in Haiti yesterday. Damas said he returned to Haiti to say goodbye to his family and then planned to turn himself in. [NYTimes.com]

Recession Deeply Affects Americans
According to U.S. Census data, the recession has had a profound effect on American lives, stunting home buying, migration and even marriage. [Yahoo News]

Heart Patients Who Catch the Flu at Greater Risk of Heart Attack
New research shows that heart patients who catch the flu virus may have a greater risk of heart attacks. [NorthJersey.com]

Mayor Orders Police to Stop Chasing Suspects
Since the city had to pay for a cop who hurt himself chasing after a suspect with drugs, Wellford, S.C., Mayor Sallie Peake has ordered all officers in her district to "not ... chase any suspects whatsoever." Peake thinks the cost to taxpayers isn't worth it. [USAToday.com]

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