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Gay marriage battlegrounds: 12 states to watch

In the states, the battle over gay marriage is far from over. As many as 10 could move to legalize same-sex marriage over the next three years. One may be moving toward a stronger defense of traditional marriage. Here's the state-by-state rundown.

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The Monitor's View A dubious drive to legalize online gambling

A Senate hearing focused on regulating Internet gambling – even though it remains banned interstate by Congress. Such backdoor maneuvers toward legalization only reveal the commercial interests pushing this wrongheaded move.
Change Agent Operation Jersey Shore Vacation offers an oceanside respite to US military families

A tiny New Jersey charity provides a place for military families to vacation along with gift cards for groceries, free meals, and island outings.
Foreclosures fall nationwide, but problem lingers in some states

Foreclosures fell in June to their lowest leve since December 2006, but a lengthy judicial foreclosure process in certain states is leading to a rise of pent up foreclosure activity.
No more landlines on Fire Island? Verizon seeks to go wireless.

Verizon Communications filed an application with the Federal Communications Commission to discontinue landline services in certain parts of New York and New Jersey.
Nanny cam: Beating suspect pleads not guilty, despite nanny cam evidence

The nanny cam beating and home invasion suspect, Shawn Custis, entered not guilty pleas to attempted murder, robbery, burglary, and child endangerment on Tuesday.
Gay marriage battlegrounds: 12 states to watch

In the states, the battle over gay marriage is far from over. As many as 10 could move to legalize same-sex marriage over the next three years. One may be moving toward a stronger defense of traditional marriage. Here's the state-by-state rundown.
Decoder Wire Chris Christie bromance with Barack Obama: Is it breaking up?

Chris Christie, governor of New Jersey, no longer urgently needs federal superstorm Sandy dollars. So, with GOP presidential primaries ahead, he's buffing up his bona fides as a Republican, including attacks on ex-buddy Obama.
The 10 most expensive US natural disasters

Here are the top 10 priciest US natural disasters in billions of 2013 dollars adjusted for inflation, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Tsunami hit East Coast in June? Scientists say maybe.

A tsunami may have made landfall on the US East Coast earlier in June, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said Tuesday. A strong storm moved through the region and offshore that day, and scientists were trying to determine if it played a role in a possible tsunami.
James Gandolfini remembered for setting new standard on 'The Sopranos'

James Gandolfini wasn't a well-known actor when he got the role of Tony Soprano in the HBO drama. But Gandolfini made it his own and the series took flight.
James Gandolfini helped bring sophisticated storytelling to small screen (+video)

James Gandolfini won three Emmy Awards for the role of Tony Soprano in the HBO series 'The Sopranos.' His mobster character paved the way for other flawed anti-heros on television. Fellow actors and celebrities remembered James Gandolfini fondly following his death in Italy on Wednesday.
Brielle shooting: Suspected shooter in custody after standoff with police

A man suspected of shooting a woman in Brielle, N.J., last night held the police at bay for several hours before they arrested him this afternoon.
Change Agent Scott Zabelski found T-shirts were a perfect fit for hurricane Sandy relief

He created and sold 'Restore the Shore' T-shirts and hooded sweatshirts – and raised more than half a million dollars for hurricane recovery efforts.
In Gear Hybrid repair costs drop, especially in the Northeast

Basic car repairs are more expensive than they used to be, but repairing hybrids is going the other direction.
The Monitor's View Getting the fix out of sports

Sports in India, Europe, and the US all suffer from match-fixing. The corrupting influence is sports betting, a vice that shouldn't be further encouraged.
USA Update Road rage murder in Maryland: New Jersey police officer charged

Road rage murder is the most extreme version of what is seen as a widespread safety concern for American drivers over the past decade, aggressive driving.
Road rage murder? Joseph Walker, New Jersey police officer, charged in Md.

Road rage murder? Maryland State Police responded Saturday evening to a shooting on the shoulder of the ramp from northbound Route 3 to Interstate 97 near Millersville.
Cory Booker the favorite for NJ Senate seat, but still has a race to win

The death of US Senator Frank Lautenberg has set off a scramble to fill the seat via a primary election in August and a special election in October. On Saturday, Newark Mayor Cory Booker entered the race.
Obama touts California as health-care reform model. Will costs really fall?

The impact of President Obama's health-care law on medical costs is hotly debated. On Friday, he argued his side, highlighting trends in a state where premiums by some measures may not change much.
Modern Parenthood Not all Seaboard communities are battling cicada infestations, but what if yours is?

Some areas, it seems, won't be witnessing any cicadas this year, while others are definitely hearing the horde's chorus. If you're subject to the swarm's din, here's what to do.
Flight diverted: Bird strike forces Jet Blue turnaround

Flight diverted: A Jet Blue flight from New York to Fort Myers, Fla., was diverted to JFK airport after a bird strike. No one was injured.
Senate seat scramble is on in N.J.: how Christie, GOP may benefit from it

New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie named state Attorney General Jeffrey Chiesa as a place holder and set a special election to replace the late US Sen. Frank Lautenberg. In a heavily Democratic state, Newark Mayor Cory Booker is the one to watch.
Decoder Wire Will Chris Christie go big, tap Geraldo Rivera for Senate? (+video)

In January, Geraldo Rivera said he was thinking of running in 2014 for Sen. Frank Lautenberg’s seat. Now, after the senator's passing, Gov. Chris Christie has the politically perilous task of naming a replacement.
Sopranos tops list of best written TV series

Sopranos, the TV mob drama, beat out Seinfeld for the top spot on the Writers Guild of America's list of best TV shows.
Might Chris Christie put a Democrat in Frank Lautenberg's Senate seat? (+video)

New Jersey Sen. Frank Lautenberg's passing Monday gives Gov. Chris Christie a juicy opportunity to help Republicans cut into the Democratic majority in the Senate. But one can't rule out that he'll name a Democrat.