News for Friday, May 24, 2013
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CBS up, ’Idol’ down as traditional TV season ends
CBS strengthened its dominance over the television industry this year at the same time that the unprecedented reign of “American Idol” came to a close.
Thunderstorms slow tornado cleanup
A band of thunderstorms battered the Oklahoma City area Thursday, slowing cleanup operations in the suburb where a tornado killed 24 people and destroyed thousands of homes this week.
Burkett overcomes injury, ready to defend in pole vault
Joey Burkett is hoping to save his best for the very last minute.
Area athletes aim for strong finish at state track
If the seeds are to be believed, there could be several state medals heading the way of area track and field athletes.
Lincoln in good shape after first day of DII championships
The Lincoln track and field teams did just what you’re ideally supposed to do on the first day of the national meet — advance.
Kids, teachers from devastated school reunite
Students from a suburban Oklahoma City elementary school destroyed by this week’s tornado reunited with their teachers Thursday and collected whatever could be salvaged from the ruins.
Canada disapproves new meat labeling rules
Canada said Thursday that it is considering retaliatory measures against the United States in a dispute over meat-labeling rules that Ottawa and the World Trade Organization consider discriminatory.
Gap back in style as 1Q profit jumps 43 percent
After years of struggle, Gap is back in style.
Ralph Lauren’s 4Q profit rises 35 pct
Ralph Lauren Corp. reported a 35 percent increase in fourth-quarter profit as the luxury retailer benefited from lower cotton prices and cost controls.


