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Web Exclusive: Steak N Shake employee gets big tip
Web Exclusive: Steak N Shake employee gets big tip
Updated: 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 >>
Web Exclusive: Vinyl Records still spinning after all these years
Web Exclusive: Vinyl Records still spinning after all these years
Updated: 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 >>
Web Exclusive: Robin Williams headed back to small screen
Web Exclusive: Robin Williams headed back to small screen
Updated: 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 >>
Web Exclusive: Mom accused of putting adoption ad on Craigslist for her son
Web Exclusive: Mom accused of putting adoption ad on Craigslist for her son
Updated: 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.

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Web Exclusive: Retired Air Force One could be yours
Web Exclusive: Retired Air Force One could be yours
Updated: 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 >>
Web Exclusive: Security will be high for Sochi Winter Olympics
Web Exclusive: Security will be high for Sochi Winter Olympics
Updated: 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 >>
Web Exclusive: Legendary CBS soap actress passes away
Web Exclusive: Legendary CBS soap actress passes away
Updated: 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 >>
Web Exclusive: "Preppers" in Texas ready when disaster strikes
Web Exclusive: "Preppers" in Texas ready when disaster strikes
Updated: 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 >>
Web Exclusive: Is fast food any healthier in the last decade?
Web Exclusive: Is fast food any healthier in the last decade?
Updated: 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 >>
Web Exclusive: North Texas church hosts handgun course
Web Exclusive: North Texas church hosts handgun course
Updated: Monday, May 6 2013 9:41 AM EDT2013-05-06 13:41:10 GMT
WYLIE (CNN/WFAA) - Texas lawmakers have passed several bills involving concealed handgun licenses, including one that reduce the number of hours required to get one. People in one North Texas town areMore >>
Texas lawmakers have passed several bills involving concealed handgun licenses, including one that reduce the number of hours required to get one. People in one North Texas town are packing handgun license classes to learn how to use their handguns, including an unexpected place, a church.More >>

TYLER (KYTX) - A large tree branch caught fire right around 5:30 Sunday evening at Paluxy and the Loop.

The branch fell onto the power lines parallel to the Loop, and caught fire. Drivers tell CBS 19 they could see the flames and smoke.

Tyler Police blocked the right lanes so crews could remove the smoking branch from the lines.

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Tornado levels homes, a school, in Oklahoma City suburb
Tornado levels homes, a school, in Oklahoma City suburb
Updated: Monday, May 20 2013 7:48 PM EDT2013-05-20 23:48:33 GMT
Shawnee, Oklahoma (CNN) -- [Breaking news update at 4:58 p.m. Monday] Areas of metropolitan Oklahoma City appeared to be in shreds Monday afternoon after a massive tornado moved through the region. "TheMore >>
Areas of metropolitan Oklahoma City appeared to be in shreds Monday afternoon after a massive tornado moved through the region. "The houses are destroyed. ... Completely leveled," a helicopter pilot for CNN affiliate KFOR said. A school was apparently among the structures leveled by the twister.More >>
Rain chances may delay start time of Super Shredder Day
Rain chances may delay start time of Super Shredder Day
Updated: Monday, May 20 2013 4:45 PM EDT2013-05-20 20:45:13 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 may be delayed.More >>
Former substitute teacher gets 5 years for attempted sexual assault of a child
Former substitute teacher gets 5 years for attempted sexual assault of a child
Updated: Monday, May 20 2013 1:26 PM EDT2013-05-20 17:26:23 GMT
GILMER (TYLER MORNING TELEGRAPH) — A former Harmony High School substitute teacher was sentenced to five years in prison Friday after pleading guilty to attempted sexual assault of a 16-year-old boy,More >>
A former Harmony High School substitute teacher was sentenced to five years in prison Friday after pleading guilty to attempted sexual assault of a 16-year-old boy, Upshur County District Attorney Billy Byrd said.More >>
The end of CSCOPE?
TESCCC board decides to end CSCOPE
Updated: Monday, May 20 2013 7:58 PM EDT2013-05-20 23:58:36 GMT
Office of Senator Dan Patrick:AUSTIN - A letter signed by all 20 members of the Board released this morning stated they will notify their 875 school district clients that all lesson plans will be removedMore >>
A letter signed by all 20 members of the Board released this morning stated they will notify their 875 school district clients that all lesson plans will be removed from their website on August 31st, 2013 and that districts cannot use any lessons they currently have beyond that date.More >>
Lee Trevino talks education at UT Tyler 2013 Patriot Golf Classic
Lee Trevino talks education at UT Tyler 2013 Patriot Golf Classic
Tyler, TX - East Texans tee'd off in the name of education today for UT Tyler's Patriot Golf Classic. Special guest and World Golf Hall of Famer Lee Trevino lit up the course--and the room-- at HollytreeMore >>
Tyler, TX - East Texans tee'd off in the name of education today for UT Tyler's Patriot Golf Classic. Special guest and World Golf Hall of Famer Lee Trevino lit up the course--and the room-- at HollytreeMore >>

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Web Exclusive: Steak N Shake employee gets big tip

Web Exclusive: Steak N Shake employee gets big tip

Web Exclusive: Vinyl Records still spinning after all these years

Web Exclusive: Vinyl Records still spinning after all these years

Web Exclusive: Robin Williams headed back to small screen

Web Exclusive: Robin Williams headed back to small screen

Web Exclusive: Mom accused of putting adoption ad on Craigslist for her son

Web Exclusive: Mom accused of putting adoption ad on Craigslist for her son

Web Exclusive: Retired Air Force One could be yours

Web Exclusive: Retired Air Force One could be yours

Web Exclusive: Security will be high for Sochi Winter Olympics

Web Exclusive: Security will be high for Sochi Winter Olympics

Web Exclusive: Legendary CBS soap actress passes away

Web Exclusive: Legendary CBS soap actress passes away

Web Exclusive: "Preppers" in Texas ready when disaster strikes

Web Exclusive: "Preppers" in Texas ready when disaster strikes

Web Exclusive: Is fast food any healthier in the last decade?

Web Exclusive: Is fast food any healthier in the last decade?

Web Exclusive: North Texas church hosts handgun course

Web Exclusive: North Texas church hosts handgun course

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Tornado levels homes, a school, in Oklahoma City suburb

Tornado levels homes, a school, in Oklahoma City suburb

Rain chances may delay start time of Super Shredder Day

Rain chances may delay start time of Super Shredder Day

Former substitute teacher gets 5 years for attempted sexual assault of a child

Former substitute teacher gets 5 years for attempted sexual assault of a child

The end of CSCOPE?

TESCCC board decides to end CSCOPE

Lee Trevino talks education at UT Tyler 2013 Patriot Golf Classic

Lee Trevino talks education at UT Tyler 2013 Patriot Golf Classic

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