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The Justice Department's inspector general has told lawmakers that he is investigating whether one of the agency's lawyers was dismissed over a rumor about her sexual orientation. The inquiry is part of a larger examination of personnel practices under former Attorney General Alberto Gonzales.

Bargain shoppers on the West Coast have been worried that the popular 99 Cents Only retail chain would raise prices. It's one of the few "dollar" store chains that actually sell things for a dollar still. The CEO recently said inflation and soaring costs forced him to re-evaluate his pricing strategy. Prices are going up — to 99.99 cents, plus tax.

China's single greatest hope for the Olympics is over. The highlight of the games was supposed to be hurdler Liu Xiang defending his gold medal on home soil. But Liu suddenly dropped out of the qualifying heats after an injury. His surprise exit left fans stunned and tearful.

Listeners responded to Tuesday's story on the subject of swimsuits — specifically, the bikinis that the women's Olympic beach volleyball players wear. Many listeners weren't satisfied with the explanation.

What would Thanksgiving weekend be without an epic film opening on the nation's big screens? This year is no exception: Critic Kenneth Turan says Baz Luhrmann's latest is as colorful and expansive as the Outback.

Home foreclosures rose dramatically in the nation's largest metropolitan areas last year. Cities in California, Ohio, Florida and Michigan posted among the highest rates in the U.S., according to real estate data firm RealtyTrac. Detroit had the highest foreclosure rate, at nearly 5 percent.

Many listeners responded to the music review in Wednesday's show: Robert Christgau reviewed a new album by the band The Old 97s.

Defense Secretary Robert Gates makes his fourth trip to Iraq, this time coinciding with President Bush's unexpected visit Monday. Gates will use information gathered during his trip to assist in advising President Bush on the best course forward in Iraq.

A breakup with his wife prompted Australian Ian Usher, 44, to sell everything he owned. His eBay listing included a house, clothes, a car and motorcycle, his job as a rug store assistant, even introductions to his friends. In the end, Usher got about $380,000. It's less than he had hoped for, but he says he isn't disappointed.

New York Sen. Hillary Clinton has accepted an offer to become secretary of state. Obama tapped New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson for U.S. secretary of commerce, and New York Federal Reserve President Timothy Geithner has been asked to serve as Treasury secretary.