Elizabeth Edwards Remembered for Wit, Resolve

Elizabeth Edwards Remembered for Wit, Resolve


Family and friends of Elizabeth Edwards recalled her as an idealistic law student who challenged professors, a political sage who offered advice at every turn and a matriarch who comforted her family even as she was dying of breast cancer. (Dec. 11)

Blizzard Socks Midwest With 20 Inches of Snow

Blizzard Socks Midwest With 20 Inches of Snow


A powerful snowstorm hit the upper Midwest on Saturday with as much as 20 inches of snow, forcing road closings in five states. It also postponed Sunday's NFL game between the New York Giants and Minnesota Vikings. It's now set for Monday. (Dec. 11)

Remains Found Likely to Be Missing Girl

Remains Found Likely to Be Missing Girl


Police said a search of woods about 30 miles north of Mobile, Alabama has uncovered human remains that likely belong to a young girl whose father is charged with killing her and her brother. (Dec. 11)

Madoff's Eldest Son Hangs Himself in NYC Apt

Madoff's Eldest Son Hangs Himself in NYC Apt

Disgraced financier Bernard Madoff's eldest son hanged himself by a dog leash in his apartment Saturday, exactly two years after his father's arrest in a multibillion-dollar Ponzi scheme. (Dec. 11)

Wreath Laying Ceremony Honors Fallen Veterans

Wreath Laying Ceremony Honors Fallen Veterans

Volunteers from across the U.S placed some 24,000 wreaths on graves of military personnel at Arlington National Cemetery. It's the 19th year that wreaths from Worcester Wreath Co. in Maine were used to pay tribute to the nation's veterans. (Dec. 11)

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Here's the latest news for Saturday, Dec. 11: Elizabeth Edwards' funeral; Remains found in Alabama; Son of Bernard Madoff found dead; Vladimir Putin sings for charity.

Elizabeth Edwards's Daughter Recalls Mom's Life

Elizabeth Edwards's Daughter Recalls Mom's Life


Elizabeth Edwards' oldest daughter is remembering her mother for both the witty advice she gave about clothing and dating, and also the grace and comfort she gave their family. (Dec. 11)

Knox Makes Emotional Address in Italy Appeal

Knox Makes Emotional Address in Italy Appeal


Convicted murderer Amanda Knox broke into tears as she made an emotional address to an appeals court in Italy, saying Saturday she is the innocent victim of an "enormous mistake" and that her life had been "broken" by three years in jail. (Dec. 11)

Today in History for December 11th

Today in History for December 11th


Britain's King Edward steps down; Nazi Germany and Fascist Italy declare war on the United States; UNICEF organization launches; 'Magnum PI' makes television debut. (Dec. 11)

Military Releases C-17 Crash Footage

Military Releases C-17 Crash Footage


The military has released video showing the moments just before a a C-17 crashed. Four people were killed in the July incident in Alaska. A pilot's overly aggressive maneuvering and overconfidence were blamed in an investigative report. (Dec. 11)