Zinkhan, professor waged long battle
A University of Georgia professor feared George Zinkhan III 13 years ago, long before he gunned down his wife and two men April 25, according to records released by the university.

Perry, Hutchison start battle for GOP nod
AUSTIN (AP) - The primary is still more than 11 months away, but U.S. Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison and Gov. Rick Perry are already jockeying for position in their bid to win the Republican primary for governor.

Tar Heels, Sooners set for battle of top big men
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - One big man was last year's national player of the year. The other appears poised to take his place.

Private schools continuing battle to join UIL for competitions
AUSTIN (AP) - After years of being defeated in courtrooms and the state Capitol, some Texas private schools are still trying to get into the league for public school sports and academic competition.

Alex moves into Gulf, but away from BP battle zone
BELIZE CITY - Tropical Storm Alex moved into the Gulf of Mexico on Sunday after weakening to a depression as it swirled across Belize and Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula, dumping rains that left at least four people dead across the region.