Orders for durable goods post gains in July and June

WASHINGTON (AP) -- It is the latest in a string of better-than-expected economic reports seen recently.

Automakers tweak existing models to boost mileage

DETROIT (AP) -- U.S. automakers say they'll improve the efficiency of current models while they prepare to roll out new, higher-mileage vehicles.

IN THE NEWS: RESEARCHERS WORK ON TONGUE-CONTROLLED COMPUTER

ATLANTA (AP) -- In the future, you may not need to type to get online.

• Complete FOX45 Schedule

Returnees savor a final year at Ohio State

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) -- When Ohio State coach Jim Tressel announced last December that 13 Buckeyes were considering jumping into the NFL draft a year early, it sent shock waves through the team's fan base.

"AMERICAN IDOL" - JUDGES TOGETHER

NEW YORK (AP) -- As the four "American Idol" judges walked a red carpet for the first time together, Simon Cowell had his take on the addition of Kara DioGuardi .

POLITICAL MINTS

DENVER (AP) -- At least Democrats will be able leave Denver with sweet-smelling breath.