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Horrific Oklahoma Tornado Captured in Several Raw Videos

Drew Weisholtz — Tue, 21 May 2013 13:21:38 +0000

The country continues to pray for and help the people devastated by the massive tornado that touched down in Oklahoma on Monday, killing dozens.

How You Can Help Victims of the Tornado in Oklahoma

Chris Kissel — Mon, 20 May 2013 23:38:51 +0000

A huge tornado touched down just outside of Oklahoma City earlier today, causing widespread destruction and leaving behind a yet-untold number of casualties. To see how you can help those affected, see the list below. This list will continue to be updated. The Oklahoma City Red Cross You can donate to the Oklahoma City Red Cross now. [...]

If Your Dog Could Talk, Who Would It Sound Like?

Drew Weisholtz — Wed, 15 May 2013 14:27:29 +0000

All dogs bark, but have you ever stopped to think about who your pooch may sound like if it actually could talk? A new survey has found that 35% of owners with female dogs think their pet would sound like Whoopi Goldberg if it had a human voice. A total of 26% with male dogs [...]

Dr. Joyce Brothers Dies at Age 85

Drew Weisholtz — Mon, 13 May 2013 23:05:43 +0000

Dr. Joyce Brothers, the psychologist whose career included a syndicated column, books, stints on television and in film, has died. She was 85. Brothers passed away Monday in New York City, although no cause of death has been revealed. Brothers first rose to fame by winning the top prize in 1955 while a contestant on [...]

Woman Slaps Cop So She'll Go to Jail and Stop Smoking in Most Hair-Brained Scheme Ever

Drew Weisholtz — Sun, 12 May 2013 18:07:34 +0000

A woman in Sacramento, California is about to become the cigarette butt of many jokes. Etta Lopez, 31, was desperate to stop smoking so she came up with a novel (and ridiculous) way to try and kick the habit: she slapped a policeman in the hopes she would be arrested and wind up in a [...]

Movie Theater Lets Pretend Gunmen Storm Theater During 'Iron Man 3′ in Worst Publicity Stunt You Can Imagine

Drew Weisholtz — Sat, 11 May 2013 11:28:34 +0000

The action during a screening of ‘Iron Man 3’ didn’t exactly happen on-screen at one theater. Capital 8 Theaters in Jefferson City, Missouri decided to let several people carrying fake guns and decked out in tactical gear walk into the theater as a publicity stunt during the latest installment in the superhero franchise. As you [...]

Will LeBron James Be the Best the NBA Has Ever Seen? — Sports Survey of the Day

BJ Ragone — Tue, 07 May 2013 23:14:06 +0000

We know that by asking such a question we are at risking the ridicule of NBA purists, but after LeBron James won his fourth Most Valuable Player award, we’re a bit curious. James’s latest trophy another accomplishment he can add to his already highly impressive résumé. With the honor, James became just the fourth player in NBA history [...]

Orb Storms From Back of the Pack to Win Kentucky Derby

Drew Weisholtz — Mon, 06 May 2013 14:55:58 +0000

Orb has won the 139th Kentucky Derby on Saturday. The 5-1 favorite pulled ahead down the stretch on a muddy course after several other horses, including Verrazano, Falling Sky and Palace Malice each took turns claiming the lead. At one point, Orb was in 15th place before eventually making its move. Down the stretch Normandy [...]

Will Jason Collins Inspire Other Athletes to Come Out? — Sports Survey of the Day

BJ Ragone — Sat, 04 May 2013 19:14:17 +0000

Jason Collins made sports history last week when he announced that he was gay. Will that lead other athletes to do the same? Did Collins plan on being the first openly gay male athlete in a major professional American sport? No, but that’s just how things worked out for him. It immediately sparked debate in [...]

10 Things No One Should EVER Give Mom on Mother's Day

Stephanie McMaster — Fri, 03 May 2013 21:34:24 +0000

Shopping for Mom can be stressful. She’s the woman who brought you into the world, who cleaned your face with her own spit when you were little, who asked you on a daily basis if you were raised in a barn (and did so lovingly). There’s no gift that can thank her for all that [...]

New Study Reveals McDonald's Is Easily America's Most Popular Business

Drew Weisholtz — Fri, 03 May 2013 14:16:07 +0000

When it comes to eating at McDonald’s, Americans are lovin’ it. A new study of more than 700,000 people has found that McDonald’s was the most-visited business in the country in March, with almost half of all people over the age of 14 stopping by. The top 10 was dominated by food establishments, while Walmart [...]

New Movies in Victoria: 'Iron Man 3′

Adam West — Fri, 03 May 2013 14:00:22 +0000

You've been hearing about it now for months, and it's finally here: the latest installment in Marvel's highly lucrative 'Avengers' film family, 'Iron Man 3.' Apparently all the other movies were a bit scared off, and considering the gigantic openings of the last two 'Iron Man' flicks, it's hard to blame them. Of course, if you want to see something else that may not be as crowded, I did see Oblivion last weekend, and I would definitely recommend it.

5 Simple Steps to Getting That Promotion

Kathy Landin — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 18:43:43 +0000

It’s difficult to ask for and get a raise these days, and unfortunately it can be just as tough to get a promotion. We’ve put together a few simple ways to help you get that position bump you want and deserve. The people who get promoted aren’t just showing up and doing their jobs, they’re [...]

College Athlete Unselfishly Ends Career to Donate Bone Marrow and Save a Stranger's Life

Drew Weisholtz — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 19:53:41 +0000

Cameron Lyle may be an athlete, but he’s also a hero. Lyle is a senior on the track and field team at the University of New Hampshire who will cut short his collegiate career so he can donate bone marrow to an unidentified recipient in order to save his life. Lyle, who will donate the [...]

Manhunt Over: Boston Marathon Bombing Suspect Captured

Stephanie McMaster — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 14:20:50 +0000

A massive manhunt that spanned several Boston communities has come to an end with Boston police announcing that 19-year-old Dzokhar Tsarnaev, the second suspect in the Boston Marathon bombing, has been captured. “Tonight our nation is in debt to the people of Boston and of Massachusetts,” President Barack Obama said following Tsarnaev’s arrest. The manhunt began with [...]

Officials Say 12 Bodies Recovered at Texas Fertilizer Blast Site

Stephanie McMaster — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 11:00:53 +0000

The bodies of 12 people have been recovered from the site of the fertilizer plant explosion in West, Texas, officials said on Friday. Texas Department of Public Safety Sgt. Jason Reyes said during a press conference that it was “with a heavy heart” that he reported 12 bodies had been recovered. Identities were not immediately [...]

Boston Marathon Bombers: One Suspect Captured; One Dead [UPDATED]

Chris Chaberski — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 22:20:23 +0000

The second suspect in the Boston Marathon bombing has been captured. Dzokhar Tsarnaev was taken into police custody Friday night -- five days after the bombing that left three dead and left more than 100 injured, police said. The 19-year-old was apprehended after a manhunt that began Thursday night with the fatal shooting of an MIT officer and extended into the evening hours on Friday.

Major Police Operation Underway in Boston Suburb [UPDATED]

Townsquare Staff — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 10:30:29 +0000

6:55 AM ET: The AP is reporting that the suspects are from Chechnya, and have lived in the US for at least one year. The surviving Boston bomb suspect has been identified as Dzhokhar Tsarnaev, 19, of Cambridge, Ma. NBC News is reporting that both suspects are brothers. Sources say that the men may have military experience, according to law enforcement officials.

6:30 AM ET: CNN is reporting that officials are worried that the suspect who remains at large could have explosives on his body. An official tells the network that the suspect killed overnight had explosives on his body. As a result, city officials have suspended all public transportation for the time being. Those in Watertown and the surrounding neighborhoods are being urged to shelter in place until further notice. Many colleges have cancelled classes for the day. Businesses are being told not to open.

Texas Fertilizer Plant Explodes; Mass Injuries Reported

Chris Kissel — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 13:20:32 +0000

An explosion in West, TX, just outside of Waco, spread fires across multiple buildings and injured an unknown number of people last night. The explosion occurred at the West Fertilizer Plant shortly before 8 PM CT. A large number of people have been reported injured, though the number of those killed in the explosion, if [...]

When Switching Jobs, Remember These 5 Things

Kathy Landin — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 20:08:42 +0000

The job market is pretty tight right now, so most days you’re probably thankful just to have a job that pays. But somewhere down the road that may not be enough. You may find yourself looking for a new position, even as you continue to hold down your current one. There are certain things you should keep in mind when that time comes.