Tuesday, May 21 2013 11:43 AM EDT2013-05-21 15:43:11 GMT
(CBS/CNN) - If you're a gamer, today is a big day. Microsoft will unveil its next-generation XBOX console today. The big announcement takes place at its headquarters in Redmond, Washington. There's plentyMore >>
A new report shows more people-- who are struggling to pay their bills-- have moved to the suburbs. According to the Brookings Institution, poverty soared 67% in the nation's suburbs from 2000 to 2011.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 11:07 AM EDT2013-05-20 15:07:15 GMT
(CNN/WTHR) - They say it pays to be nice, but for one friendly waitress in Indiana, the pay-off was one whopper of a tip. When it comes to restaurant tipping, etiquette authority Emily Post says theMore >>
They say it pays to be nice, but for one friendly waitress in Indiana, the pay-off was one whopper of a tip. Cece Bruce couldn't believe she got a $446 tip.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 10:44 AM EDT2013-05-17 14:44:44 GMT
(CNN/KVAL) - Eight-tracks and tapes have come and gone, but many music lovers hold a special place for vinyl. It seems records are continuing to thrive despite the digital era. When was the last timeMore >>
Eight-tracks and tapes have come and gone, but many music lovers hold a special place for vinyl. It seems records are continuing to thrive despite the digital era.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 12:26 PM EDT2013-05-16 16:26:40 GMT
(CNN/CBS) - Comedian Robin Williams has a new weekly gig. He is returning to television. CBS has announced he'll star in the new comedy "The Crazy Ones," from Executive Producer David E. Kelley. WilliamsMore >>
Comedian Robin Williams has a new weekly gig. He is returning to television. CBS has announced he'll star in the new comedy "The Crazy Ones," from Executive Producer David E. Kelley. More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 10:20 AM EDT2013-05-15 14:20:48 GMT
(KHOU/CBS) - A 29-year-old Houston mother, who allegedly suffers from depression and anxiety, is accused of placing an ad on Craigslist to give up her 3-year-old son for adoption. Stephanie Christine RedusMore >>
A 29-year-old Houston mother, who allegedly suffers from depression and anxiety, is accused of placing an ad on Craigslist to give up her 3-year-old son for adoption. Stephanie Christine Redus is now charged with advertising for placement of a child.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 10:46 AM EDT2013-05-14 14:46:44 GMT
(CBS/CNN) - Where you live could determine how much you pay for health care under the new federal health care law. To keep premiums low, some states are allowing insurance companies to charge patientsMore >>
A plane that once carried U.S. presidents could be yours, if the price is right. Also in Consumer Corner, where you live could determine how much you're paying for health care.More >>
Monday, May 13 2013 10:12 AM EDT2013-05-13 14:12:35 GMT
People going to the winter Olympic games in Sochi, will need to be prepared for some serious pat-downs. Security at big sporting events has increased.More >>
People going to the winter Olympic games in Sochi, will need to be prepared for some serious pat-downs. Security at big sporting events has increased.More >>
Thursday, May 9 2013 10:24 AM EDT2013-05-09 14:24:46 GMT
(CNN) - Fans are remembering a soap opera star, who spent 3 decades playing Katherine Chancellor. Jeanne Cooper died in Los Angeles. The 84-year-old actress was best known for her role as the matriarchMore >>
Fans are remembering a soap opera star, who spent 3 decades playing Katherine Chancellor. Jeanne Cooper died in Los Angeles. Also trending today, a woman gets shot in the jaw with a harpoon.More >>
Wednesday, May 8 2013 11:06 AM EDT2013-05-08 15:06:01 GMT
(CBS/KEYE) - Are you prepared is disaster strikes? Emergency situations like the explosion in West, the Boston Marathon bombings and hurricanes that devastate entire regions can cause mass chaos. SoMore >>
Are you prepared is disaster strikes? Emergency situations like the explosion in West, the Boston Marathon bombings and hurricanes that devastate entire regions can cause mass chaos.More >>
Tuesday, May 7 2013 11:31 AM EDT2013-05-07 15:31:23 GMT
(CBS) - A 14-year study found fast food restaurants have modestly improved the Nutritional quality of their food. Researchers in Minnesota analyzed data from menus of eight restaurants including McDonald's,More >>
A new study finds fast food restaurants have made some strides in their meals nutritional value, but only modestly. Also in Consumer Corner, who does best when it comes to talking to kids about money?More >>
Courtesy of U.S. Attorney's Office
TYLER (KYTX) – A 41-year-old Tyler man has been sentenced to federal prison for federal violations in the Eastern District of Texas, announced U.S. Attorney John M. Bales today.
Vincent Darnell Hamilton pleaded guilty on Feb. 2 to mail fraud and was sentenced to 21 months in federal prison today by U.S. District Judge Leonard E. Davis.
According to information presented in court, from June 2007 to Aug. 2009, Hamilton devised a scheme to make fraudulent claims to motor vehicle insurance agencies through the United States mail. Hamilton made fraudulent claims totaling $29,551.02 to Allstate and $4,657.00 to State Farm.
As a result of the scheme, Hamilton was paid $14,318.02 for the fraudulent Allstate claims and $968 for the fraudulent State Farm claims. Hamilton was indicted by a federal grand jury on Apr. 7, 2011 and charged with federal violations.
This case was investigated by the U.S. Postal Inspection Service and prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Christopher T. Tortorice.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 2:10 PM EDT2013-05-21 18:10:07 GMT
SMITH COUNTY (KYTX) - One man is dead following an argument with another man in Smith County Tuesday morning.Smith County Public Information Officer John Moore tells KYTX CBS 19 that the shooting happenedMore >>
One man is dead following an argument with another man in Smith County Tuesday morning.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 12:12 PM EDT2013-05-21 16:12:23 GMT
LONGVIEW (KYTX) - Monday night around 7:39 p.m., Longview Police were dispatched to a blocking accident in the 700 block of East Marshall Avenue.When officers arrived they found several cars that had beenMore >>
The officer then shot Sifuentes. Both Sifuentes and the officer were taken to Good Shepherd Medical Center. The officer was treated and released from the hospital. Sifuentes later died from his injuries.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 11:09 AM EDT2013-05-21 15:09:30 GMT
EAST TEXAS (KYTX) - The scheduled 5:30 a.m. start time for Wednesday's Super Shredder Day may be delayed.The latest forecasts show the potential for rain during the morning hours.Stay logged in to www.cbs19.tvMore >>
The scheduled 5:30 a.m. start time for Wednesday's Super Shredder Day has been delayed until 8 a.m.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 1:57 PM EDT2013-05-21 17:57:10 GMT
Washington (CNN) – Describing the tornado that swept across the Oklahoma plains as "one of the most destructive storms in history," President Barack Obama said Tuesday the state "needs to get everythingMore >>
Describing the tornado that swept across the Oklahoma plains as "one of the most destructive storms in history," President Barack Obama said Tuesday the state "needs to get everything it needs right away" to recover from the devastating twister.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 1:47 PM EDT2013-05-21 17:47:42 GMT
American Red Cross East Texas:EAST TEXAS (KYTX) - In the past month, the nation has been rocked with a number of catastrophic events beginning with the Boston Marathon bombing, the fertilizer plant explosionMore >>
Today, the American Red Cross is asking for financial support. People not only in Oklahoma, but our neighbors still clearing debris after last week's storms and fire victims only at the first step of their recovery, need help too.More >>
