NEW YORK -- The past three years have been upbeat ones for Archie, the everyteen hero of one of America's most enduring comics. He's gotten married - twice, no less. He's even appeared on a postage stamp.
But behind the scenes, a bitter and sometimes bizarre feud has brewed at the company that produces the more than 70-year-old comic.
In lawsuits, Archie Comic Publications' co-CEOs Jon Goldwater and Nancy Silberkleit (SIL'-bur-klayt) are accusing each other of all sorts of funny business.
He's asked a court to strip her of her role at the company. She's sued him for defamation and $100 million in damages.
A judge vows to appoint a temporary receiver to protect the company's assets amid the fight if the two sides can't choose someone on their own by Wednesday.
Associated Press