Police say Connecticut slaying suspect is in custodyMIDDLETOWN, Conn. — Authorities late Thursday arrested the suspect in the slaying of a Wesleyan University student who police said had threatened to kill other students and Jews. Disguised gunman kills Wesleyan student at bookstore near campus; area residents on alertMIDDLETOWN, Conn. — A disguised gunman fatally shot a Wesleyan University student while she worked at a popular bookstore near campus Wednesday before fleeing into the bustling downtown area. Conn. students warned to stay indoors after shooting; Gunman may be bent on killing JewsMIDDLETOWN, Conn. — Wesleyan University students were told to stay in their dorms and the city’s only synagogue closed Thursday as police warned that the man wanted in the shooting death of a woman at a bookstore may be bent on killing other students and Jews. Authorities arrest suspect in the slaying of a Wesleyan (Conn.) University studentMIDDLETOWN, Conn. — Authorities late Thursday arrested the suspect in the slaying of a Wesleyan University student who police said had threatened to kill other students and Jews. Gunman in wig kills Wesleyan student working at bookstore near campus, is hunted by policeMIDDLETOWN, Conn. — A disguised gunman fatally shot a Wesleyan University student while she worked at a popular bookstore near campus Wednesday before fleeing into the bustling downtown area, leaving his wig behind. Connecticut police obtain arrest warrant for man in Wesleyan University slayingMIDDLETOWN, Conn. — Middletown, Conn., police have a warrant charging a 29-year-old man with murder for the shooting death of a Wesleyan University student. Lawyer: Suriname promoter confesses to planning phony Toni Braxton concertPARAMARIBO, Suriname — A concert promoter accused of trying to pass off a Las Vegas-based entertainer as six-time Grammy winner Toni Braxton has confessed to arranging the scheme in Suriname, his attorney said Thursday. Live Nation 1st-qtr loss widens, revenue hurt by drop in N. America concert attendanceNEW YORK — Live Nation, the largest U.S. operator of concert venues, said Thursday that its first-quarter loss widened in part because fewer people attended concerts in its core North America market. Suspect in killing of Conn. college student surrenders, ending 2 tense days on campusMIDDLETOWN, Conn. — A man who Connecticut police say sparked two fearful days on a university campus by killing a student and threatening a campus shooting spree surrendered Thursday night after seeing his photo in a newspaper. Connecticut police identify suspect in bookstore slaying of Wesleyan University studentMIDDLETOWN, Conn. — Police in Connecticut have identified the suspect in the killing of a Wesleyan University student who was gunned down at her job at a nearby bookstore cafe. Conn. students warned to stay indoors after shooting; gunman may be bent on killing JewsMIDDLETOWN, Conn. — Wesleyan University students were told to stay in their dorms and the city’s only synagogue closed Thursday as police warned that the man wanted in the shooting death of a woman at a bookstore may be bent on killing other students and Jews. Top 3 ‘American Idol’ contestants hit hometowns; Milwaukee plans parade, concert for GokeyMILWAUKEE — “American Idol” contestant Danny Gokey’s hometown is throwing out the welcome mat with plans for a parade, concert and an invitation for him to sing the national anthem at a Milwaukee Brewers game. Suspect in killing of Conn. college student surrenders, ending fears of Virginia Tech repeatMIDDLETOWN, Conn. — For two days, Wesleyan University feared becoming another Virginia Tech as police conducted a nationwide manhunt for a man accused of stalking and killing one student and threatening to kill more. Man accused of stalking and killing Wesleyan U. student due in Connecticut court FridayMIDDLETOWN, Conn. — A 29-year-old man accused of stalking a college student and then killing her inside a bookstore was expected to make his first court appearance Friday, a day after seeing his photo in a newspaper and asking a convenience store clerk to call police. Las Vegas entertainer faces fraud charges in Suriname for allegedly impersonating Toni BraxtonPARAMARIBO, Suriname — A Las Vegas-based entertainer has been jailed after prosecutors said she tried to pass herself off as Toni Braxton at a concert, prompting the disappointed crowd to jeer and pelt the stage with trash. Her husband says she’s the victim of a local con artist. Concert promoter: Rihanna will not perform in Dubai in May, cites inappropriate timingDUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Rihanna has shelved plans for a concert later this month in Dubai because the timing was “inappropriate,” a Middle East concert promoter said Tuesday. Taos ‘Summer of Love’ events mark ‘Easy Rider’ anniversary, hippie influx into NM townTAOS, N.M. — Never mind that the original Summer of Love was 42 years ago and almost 1,000 miles away: Taos is offering its own version this year. NY, VT mark Samuel de Champlain’s 1609 explorations; lakeside communities hosting eventsCROWN POINT, N.Y. — The sculpture of Samuel de Champlain gazes up the lake he explored 400 years ago this summer, opening the way for Europeans who made extensive use of the waterway during their 200-year struggle for control of North America. Springsteen, Matthews, Mellencamp and others honor Pete Seeger at 90th birthday concert in NYCNEW YORK — A star-studded medley of musical guests played tribute to Pete Seeger at a benefit concert for the legendary folk singer’s 90th birthday. Ah, the virtual life! Flu has Mexican bands giving Web concerts, politicos campaigning onlineMEXICO CITY — Churchgoers celebrate Mass via television. Congressional candidates campaign with real-time speeches on the Web. A magazine promises Internet tours through the real Mexico — the one with open museums and pyramids. And rock bands plan online concerts. Springsteen, Matthews, Mellencamp and others honor Pete Seeger at 90th birthday concert in NYCNEW YORK — Pete Seeger is still singing strong at age 90. Springsteen, Matthews, Mellencamp and others honor Pete Seeger at 90th birthday concert in NYCNEW YORK — Pete Seeger is still singing strong at age 90. Craigslist founder speaks at memorial concert for MN woman killed after responding to phony adEDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. — The founder of the popular online advertising site Craigslist on Sunday joined the effort to honor a 24-year-old Minnesota woman who died in 2007 after responding to a phony ad for a baby sitter. Chuck Mangione, who lost 2 band members in NY plane crash, performs for victims’ familiesBUFFALO, N.Y. — Jazz musician Chuck Mangione has performed in upstate New York at a concert rescheduled after two of his band members died in a plane crash there in February. Other victims’ relatives attended. |