In 2010, University of Kansas officials were shocked to learn that the FBI and IRS were on campus investigating Rodney Jones, former head of the Athletics Ticket Office, for stealing Jayhawks basketball tickets and selling them to brokers. Investigators found that for more than five years Jones and a small ring of university officials had conspired to loot the university of $2 million in tickets, reselling them for $3-5 million. In what was perhaps the biggest scandal in college sports history, all seven members of the "Kansas Ticket Gang" pleaded guilty to RICO Act indictments. Five went to prison--two were given probation for turning state's evidence.

Deirdre Martin’s Same Rink, Next Year Once a year, concierge Tierney O’Connor hooks up with the same hot goaltender at the hotel where she works. It’s a perfectly uncomplicated arrangement—until a blizzard turns their annual one-nighter into a lost weekend steamy enough to melt the ice. Julia London’s Lucky Charm Uninhibited radio host Kelly O’Shay loves to take on the egos of overpaid sports stars. Then she goes after hot-shot shortstop Parker Price, whose losing streak takes an unexpected turn when he goes head-to-head with his lovely nemesis—on-the-air and off. Annette Blair’s You Can’t Steal First Famous for his big numbers at bat, Juan Santiago’s struck out only once in his life—with Quinn Murdock. Now the Red Sox star player is getting one more shot with the sexy sporting goods magnate. But first he has to prove he’s not just playing the field. Geri Buckley’s Can’t Catch This Linda Hamilton got her two-timing boyfriend right where it hurts—by stealing his pricey tickets to the Florida Moccasins football game. When she discovers that the really interesting action is in the stands, it proves to be the hottest season opener on record...

Committee Serial No. 89-10. Investigates Federal Aid Highway Program administration in Louisiana including allegations of mismanagement.

“A clear, comprehensive look at a murky business.” —The Wall Street Journal Your favorite band has just announced their nationwide tour. Should you pay to join their fan club and get in on the pre-sale? No, you decide to wait. But the on-sale date arrives, and the site is jammed. You can’t get on—and the concert is sold out in six minutes. What happened? What now? Music journalists Dean Budnick and Josh Baron chronicle the behind-the-scenes history of the modern concert industry. Filled with entertaining rock-and-roll anecdotes about The Rolling Stones, The Grateful Dead, Pearl Jam, and more—and charting the emergence of players like Ticketmaster, StubHub, Live Nation, and Outbox—Ticket Masters will transfix every concertgoer who wonders just where the price of admission really goes. This edition has an updated epilogue that covers recent industry developments.

Here's a fast, down and dirty guide that offers you sound advice and solid information for anything—and everything—you could possibly want to buy. Smart shopping takes on a whole new meaning with Trade Secrets, an all-encompassing, fact-filled compendium on how to make the right buying decisions every time. From minute details about dozens of products to tips on dealing with merchants who hand you the inside skinny on how to get the most value for your money, including such topics as: Doing Your Homework: home-equity loans, furniture, carpets, plumbing services Wall Street Savvy: checking accounts, credit cards, mutual funds Painting the Town Red: buying bubbly, choosing a cruise, renting a tux It's the Little Things: magazine subscriptions, sunscreens, beds and beddings Irreverent and entertaining, Trade Secrets is like having a trusted uncle in the business, who tells it exactly like it is.

Which? Recommended Provider: Time Out Guides is rated top guidebook brand by Which? Survey, for level of detail, photography, quality of maps, ease of finding information and value for money. America's most celebrated metropolis, New York City needs no introduction. Each year, more than 50 million visitors from around the globe arrive to experience its renowned museums and cultural institutions, its incredible range of retail and one of the world's most dynamic dining scenes. In 2014-15 the constantly evolving cityscape gains several important sights, including the National September 11 Museum at the rebuilt World Trade Center and the Renzo Piano-designed Whitney Museum of American Art alongside the High Line; one of the city's most popular attractions, the elevated park-cum-promenade is unveiling a new northern stretch. Drawing on the formidable expertise of our weekly magazine team, which constantly surveys the arts and entertainment landscape and reviews countless new restaurants, bars and shops, Time Out New York selects the best of what's new in this famously fast-paced destination while reserving space for the essential classics. As the five boroughs of NYC have become more culturally unified, coverage extends to must-visit neighborhoods in Brooklyn and Queens, which now rival (and, some would say surpass) Manhattan for hot restaurants, bars, arts and nightlife. The New York city guide highlights: Full colour and illustrated throughout with exclusive photography, using original imagery to give a real sense of the place Handy pull-out New York map Extensive area guides not only cover the sightseeing in New York, but also restaurants, bars and shops – all plotted on maps handily located within the chapter Top 20 list of the must-see highlights Itineraries to help you plan your visit Critic’s choices pick out the best New York sights, experiences and cultural highlights – at a glance All New York restaurants, pubs and bars have been visited and reviewed anonymously by critics who pay their own way New York hotels independently reviewed The revamped Time Out Guides retain the independence and local expertise that the series is known for, while adding more features to help the visitor navigate the city. Whether you have an action-packed 24 hours or a leisurely week in which to take it all in, these guides are more essential than ever.