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Uncle Could Face Death in Missing Girl Case
Federal prosecutors have filed kidnapping charges that carry the death penalty against a Vermont man whose 12-year-old niece was found dead near his home. (July 3)

Low-Key Homecoming for Freed Hostages
Three US contractors who were released after five years in captivity at the hands of Colombia rebels, arrived at a military hospital in Texas where doctors will look them over as the wait for their families to arrive. (July 3)

High Fire Danger in Big Sur, Evacuations Ordered
An explosive wildfire is ravaging the hillsides above Big Sur, California, leaving the popular tourist region mostly deserted ahead of the holiday weekend. (July 3)

Freed Hostage's Teens Anxious to See 'Dad'
The teenaged children of freed hostage Keith Stansell, say they are excited to hear their dad's voice and give him a big hug. (July 3)

AP Impact: Dangerous Flight Maneuvers?
Each year thousands of planes are forced to pull up at runways at major American cities. The maneuver is called a 'go around.' As Ted Shaffrey reports, some are concerned about the safety of this practice.

Missing Girl's Body Found, Town Holds Vigil
Instead of gathering at a vigil to offer prayers for the safe return of a missing 12-year-old girl, residents found themselves mourning the news that her body had been found. (July 3)

Neb. Teacher Who Fled With Student Pleads Guilty
A former teacher has pleaded guilty in Nebraska to fleeing to Mexico with a 13-year-old student so she could have sex with him. She'll likely face nearly 6 years in federal prison. (July 2)

Fugitive Hedge Fund 'Scammer' Turns Himself In
A convicted hedge fund swindler, who set off a national manhunt when he faked his suicide to avoid reporting to prison, rode his scooter to Mass. police station and turned himself in while talking to his mother on his cell phone. (July 2)

Hoff, Phelps Dazzle Olympic Swimming Trials
No need to wonder who shined in Omaha on Wednesday. Once again, Michael Phelps and Katie Hoff were the stars of the U.S. Olympic Swimming Trials. (July 2)

Hearing for Multiple Killings Suspect
In less than a week leading up to his capture Tuesday after a nationwide manhunt, the 28-year-old ex-convict is accused of roaming communities as far as 250 miles apart in Illinois and Missouri and brutalizing eight people. (July 2)

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