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KFWB NEWS 980 Daily Links
Fed Head Bernanke Makes Key Remarks on Economy
Here is the prepared text of a speech given by Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke at the annual Jackson Hole conference.
'Feel Good' Film Festival
KFWB's Christopher Ames commented on a different kind of film festival.
The Great SoCal Shakeout
KFWB's Pete Demetriou reported on The Great Southern California ShakeOut, a week of special events featuring the largest earthquake drill in U.S. history.
How Good is Your Nearest Hospital at Treating Heart Attacks?
USA Today has obtained government data on the death rates for heart attacks and other common life threatening ailments at every hospital in the nation. Check out this interactive map and search for hospitals near your work or home.
Who is the Bigger Flip-Flopper?
Politicfact.com puts John McCain and Barack Obama to the test. Which candidate has abandoned long held positions?
Obama Gets "Rick Rolled"
Someone with a lot of spare time has put the Democratic presidential hopeful's words to Rick Astley's 1987 hit "Never Gonna Give You Up."
Halloween Short Film Competition
KFWB's Maggie McKay reported on a Halloween short film contest sponsored by Universal Studios Hollywood.
How Deadly is Your Commute?
A new website will show you all of the fatal accidents near a given address, as well as displaying a map and photos of the location.
'Cuil' New Search Engine
A former Google engineer has launched a new search engine as a rival her former employer. It's Cuil (pronounced cool) and it is now processing requests.
Starbucks Lists Store Closures
Twenty-two local stores will soon be shuttered as the chain announces 600 closures nationwide.
Complete List of Emmy Nominees
Get the complete list of nominees for the 60th Emmy Awards.
New JibJab Video
"Time for Some Campaignin'" is the latest offering from the political satirists.
Check Your Bank's Health
Click here for a detailed look at the financial stability of thousands of banks nationwide.
Cutting Your Electricity Use
What can you do to help keep the lights on? Get plenty of tips here.
High Heat Straining State Power Grid
Check on Cal-ISO's power forecast and learn whether a power emergency will be declared.
 
 
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New Hydrogen-Fueled Car Unveiled
Honda turned over the keys of its new hydrogen-powered car to KFWB's Michael Shappee to see what the new FCX Clarity could do.
Pump Prices May Fuel Surge in Holiday Travel
Lower gas prices might be encouraging you to hit the road this Labor Day holiday, as we hear now from KFWB's Lori Kelman.
Closing Bell 8/27/08
KFWB's Laura Gregory wraps up the day's activity on Wall Street.
 
 
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