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In Chicago, mixed feelings about end of Oprah Winfrey show The loss of Oprah Winfrey's show could affect local tourism and businesses in Chicago. But many Chicagoans seem unconcerned about her potential departure from the city. (21 Nov 2009 01:00:00 EST) Woman charged in Fort Hood-related hate crime: Pulling a headscarf An Illinois woman is charged with a hate crime for berating a Muslim woman about the Fort Hood shooting and then pulling at her headscarf. The charge could lead to three years in prison: justice or prosecutorial overkill? (20 Nov 2009 01:00:00 EST) Afghanistan troop surge could be a slow rollout Any surge of US troops to Afghanistan is likely to be tougher than it was in Iraq, because of the dearth of good roads and airfields, say defense officials. (20 Nov 2009 01:00:00 EST) Pentagon to probe 'internal weaknesses' behind Fort Hood shooting In the wake of the Fort Hood shooting, the Pentagon will conduct an inquiry to assess its ability to identify and root out internal threats. The review will be headed by two retired service chiefs. (20 Nov 2009 01:00:00 EST) Senators say Fort Hood shooting was terrorism Several lawmakers and terror experts at Senate hearings on the Fort Hood shooting Thursday called the incident a terrorist attack, and warned of the danger of homegrown jihad. (20 Nov 2009 01:00:00 EST) Weather for Black Friday? Cold and a strong chance of shopping. Retailers hoping for Black Friday crowds like wintery weather, which reminds people of the holidays. Meteorologists predict that's what they'll get on that big shopping day after Thanksgiving. (20 Nov 2009 01:00:00 EST) Fewer hate crimes in 2008, Obama's election year, data show Reported hate crimes dropped 2 percent in 2008 from 2007 levels. Is rising 'atmosphere of rage' a threat to gains? (20 Nov 2009 01:00:00 EST) California budget crisis spurs reform efforts With a $20.7 billion shortfall expected over the next 18 months, the California budget crisis remains severe. Economic recovery may help ease the budget crunch, but many say true reform is needed. (20 Nov 2009 01:00:00 EST) New York, terror trial capital of the US New York's federal courts have seen many major terrorist trials since the early 1990s, several involving Al Qaeda-linked operatives. (20 Nov 2009 01:00:00 EST) Great American Smokeout 2009: Which states have most smokers? Biggest opportunity for Great American Smokeout 2009 is in West Virginia, where 1 in 4 residents smokes. (20 Nov 2009 01:00:00 EST) The mystery of the mastodons gets a few big clues When and how mammoths and mastodons went extinct has long puzzled scientists. But a new study suggests the animals vanished much earlier than previously thought. (20 Nov 2009 01:00:00 EST) Anger and anxiety over fee hike at University of California The University of California Thursday decided on a 32 percent fee hike to make up for slashed state funding. Student protests flare on campuses. (20 Nov 2009 01:00:00 EST) Army Corps liable for Katrina damage, US court finds Army Corps' 'myopic' maintenance of a shipping channel led to levee failure, much Katrina damage, US court judge rules. Appeal is expected. (19 Nov 2009 01:00:00 EST) Fort Hood Senate hearings risk politicizing Hasan investigation The Senate Homeland Security Committee hearings into whether the Army missed warning signs about Maj. Nidal Malik Hasan could lead to finger-pointing about Fort Hood shooting and political battles over Obama’s terrorism policy. (19 Nov 2009 01:00:00 EST) Lesson from foiled pirate attack on Maersk Alabama? Fire back. Monday's thwarted pirate attack on the Maersk Alabama was the first time a large cargo ship with an armed security team were able to repel an attack, according to US Navy commanders. (19 Nov 2009 01:00:00 EST) Holder: 'Failure not an option' in New York 9/11 terror trial But Attorney General Eric Holder also told senators Wednesday that accused 9/11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed could be detained indefinitely if acquitted in a New York terror trial. (19 Nov 2009 01:00:00 EST) New York divided over 9/11 terror trials New York has seen seven major terror trials in the past, the most of any city in America. But residents – both ordinary citizens and elected officials – appear to be split over the decision to try the perpetrators of the 9/11 attacks in the city. (19 Nov 2009 01:00:00 EST) Iran nuclear deal collapses. Time for US to get tough? Iran rejected a UN-brokered nuclear deal Wednesday that would have sent its uranium stockpile abroad. The Obama administration is now under pressure to make good on its promises of 'consequences.' (19 Nov 2009 01:00:00 EST) Flight delays fade as airports recover from computer glitch, FAA says Worst flight delays on Thursday morning came in Atlanta, Washington, and New York area. FAA grapples, again, with flight-plan computer glitch. (19 Nov 2009 01:00:00 EST) Chicago schools get new tool in fight against youth violence A new program announced Wednesday, seeks to stem youth violence in Chicago schools by reaching out to students through sports and counseling. It hopes to become a national model. (19 Nov 2009 01:00:00 EST) Obama’s new push for preschool for at-risk children President Obama wants to offer states some $1 billion a year to help them improve preschool and early education programs for at-risk children. (19 Nov 2009 01:00:00 EST) Fort Hood: How Nidal Malik Hasan's path turned more radical New details suggest the alleged Fort Hood shooter, Maj. Nidal Malik Hasan, was a misfit who was self-radicalized. The Army is looking into how red flags raised by his earlier behavior were missed. (18 Nov 2009 01:00:00 EST) US Army suicides on track to hit new high in 2009 US Army is short on mental health professionals as it tries to stem rising number of Army suicides. (18 Nov 2009 01:00:00 EST) US 'dismay' at expansion of Israeli settlement in Jerusalem The White House criticized Israel's decision to expand the Gilo settlement in East Jerusalem Tuesday. New settlement activity on West Bank land annexed to Jerusalem harms Middle East peace efforts, a spokesman said. (18 Nov 2009 01:00:00 EST) US cool to bald declaration of an independent Palestine US warns of 'unilateral' actions by either side: Palestinians declaring an independent Palestine or Israel expanding Jewish settlements in Jerusalem. (18 Nov 2009 01:00:00 EST) Copyright 2007 The Christian Science Monitor. All rights reserved. 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