In Case You Missed It: The Department of Justice released a report finding that the Seattle Police Department engages "in a pattern or practice of unnecessary force."

Speaking of Seattle Institutions: Seattle Public Schools Interim Superintendent Susan Enfield announced yesterday that she will not seek the permanent superintendent position. Is she looking for a better salary than $225,000?

Barefoot Bandit: Sentenced to seven years.

All of Those Debates Certainly Aren't Helping: According to a new USA Today/Gallup poll, 70% of Americans can't wait for the presidential campaign to be over.

Shut Down: The fraternity at University of Vermont that put out the survey asking whom members would rape was shut down by the national fraternity.

"Without suggesting that every member had knowledge of this questionnaire, the questions asked in the document are deplorable and absolutely inconsistent with our values," Brian Warren, the fraternity's executive director, said in a statement.

It's Not Over in Cairo: The death toll is rising from renewed clashes between protestors and security forces in Tahrir Square.

In the Philippines: Flash floods have killed hundreds.

News to Make It All Better: The Beach Boys are reuniting for their 50th anniversary!

December seems like a great time for some Tom Waits.