WIMBLEDON, England -- Five-time champion Roger Federer delivered a masterful grass-court performance Friday to beat Tommy Haas in straight sets and reach his seventh straight Wimbledon final, putting him within one win of a record 15th Grand Slam title.

HOUSTON — Ron Artest is joining Kobe Bryant and the Los Angeles Lakers. "I am very excited to finally be going to L.A.," Artest said in a statement issued by his agent Thursday night. "For years now, the Lakers have

Meridian Automotive Systems' action puts 295 people out of work.

Pushed to the brink by recession, many -- including kids -- now make due in temporary lodging.

Former Republican vice presidential nominee did not disclose her future plans.