Friday, May 24 2013 12:17 PM EDT2013-05-24 16:17:42 GMT
(CNN/Central Florida News 13) - Antarctica: Empire of the Penguin is SeaWorld Orlando's newest attraction. The ride transports families into a rarely seen, icy world to explore a massive penguin colonyMore >>
Antarctica: Empire of the Penguin is SeaWorld Orlando's newest attraction. The ride transports families into a rarely seen, icy world to explore a massive penguin colony up close and personal.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 11:32 AM EDT2013-05-23 15:32:03 GMT
(CNN) - The man who helped rescue three kidnapped women in Ohio will enjoy free burgers for the rest of his life! More than a dozen restaurants in the Cleveland area have pledged to give Charles RamseyMore >>
The man who helped rescue three kidnapped women in Ohio will enjoy free burgers for the rest of his life! More than a dozen restaurants in the Cleveland area have pledged to give Charles Ramsey a free burger whenever he stops in.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 9:53 AM EDT2013-05-22 13:53:38 GMT
(WTHR/CNN) - When it warms up outside, it's not unusual to see children set up lemonade stands around town. But in Indianapolis, confusion over health permits shut down a little girl's lemonade stand. ThousandsMore >>
When it warms up outside, it's not unusual to see children set up lemonade stands around town. But in Indianapolis, confusion over health permits shut down a little girl's lemonade stand.More >>
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 >>
EAST TEXAS (KYTX) - It's a big day for high school athletes across East Texas. Today is National Signing Day.
Big time news broke Tuesday evening -- two John Tyler star football players switched schools for National Signing Day. Fred Ross will not go to Oklahoma State. He instead opted for the SEC and will sign with Mississippi State. Tyus Bowser, once an Oklahoma State commit, will now sign with Houston -- that's where his teammate and quarterback Greg Ward is going.
Fourteen Longview High School student athletes on Wednesday morning signed national letters of intent to study and play at the college level. The standouts from the football, and ladies' track and soccer programs made their written commitments in the presence of family, coaches and classmates during a special ceremony in the Lobo Turf Room.
Soccer commitments: Jennifer Boudreau – University of Memphis Keeley Bowles – Tyler Junior College
Track commitment: Amber Redic – Stephen F. Austin State University
Football commitments: Eric Hawkins – Tyler Jr. College Corey Bartley – Texas A&M – Commerce Nakia Brown – Texas A&M – Commerce/Navarro Junior College Bivins Caraway – University of Louisiana – Monroe Colin Jeter – U.S. Air Force Academy Demarkus Lathan – Tarleton State Jalen Porter – Iowa Central College Torean Sheppard – Tarleton State Justinn Spady – Texas A&M – Commerce Tory White – Lamar University Cornelius Williams – Texas A&M Commerce/Navarro Junior College
CBS19 cameras will be all over East Texas today for Signing Day. To keep up follow us on Twitter and email us your pics to esullivan@cbs19.tv.
Here is a list of East Texas athletes signing letters of intent:
Friday, May 24 2013 12:37 PM EDT2013-05-24 16:37:21 GMT
RUSK COUNTY (KYTX) -- The Rusk County Sheriff's office is on the scene of plane crash near East Texas Regional Airport. This happened near CR 2156D in Rusk County very close to the Gregg County line. We'reMore >>
We're told a single engine plane was circling to land when it crashed around 6:30 p.m. Thursday evening.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 11:26 AM EDT2013-05-24 15:26:40 GMT
JACKSONVILLE (TYLER MORNING TELEGRAPH) - The Marine Corps League Detachment No. 1381 of Jacksonville will not place rebel flags at the city cemetery this Memorial Day weekend per the city's request.JacksonvilleMore >>
The Marine Corps League Detachment No. 1381 of Jacksonville will not place rebel flags at the city cemetery this Memorial Day weekend per the city's request.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 11:06 AM EDT2013-05-24 15:06:11 GMT
MARSHALL (KTBS) - Two East Texas Baptist University students were arrested Monday for allegedly committing a drive-by shooting at the home of a Waskom police officer. The players are Brooks Michael HolderMore >>
Two East Texas Baptist University students were arrested Monday for allegedly committing a drive-by shooting at the home of a Waskom police officer.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 1:19 PM EDT2013-05-24 17:19:49 GMT
ANDERSON COUNTY (TYLER MORNING TELEGRAPH) - A woman's body found in a wooded area in Anderson County in October and a man's death in Flint a month later would seem to be unrelated, but authorities sayMore >>
A woman's body found in a wooded area in Anderson County in October and a man's death in Flint a month later would seem to be unrelated, but authorities say the two are connected.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 1:06 PM EDT2013-05-24 17:06:14 GMT
DALLAS (CBSDFW.COM) – Arriving 30 minutes early for a hearing on Friday morning, Dallas Cowboys nose tackle Josh Brent was in a Dallas courtroom to try and explain why the alcohol monitoring deviceMore >>
Arriving 30 minutes early for a hearing on Friday morning, Dallas Cowboys nose tackle Josh Brent was in a Dallas courtroom to try and explain why the alcohol monitoring device that he had been wearing showed that he had been drinking.More >>
Henderson's Patrick "Monsta" Brown signs with SFA and Nick Siler signs with Air Force.
Mineola High School LB Dac Shaw signs with TCU.
Rilee Miller of Grace High School signs with TJC.
Gilmer's Trey Washington signs with SMU.
Jacksonville's athletes signs letters of intent.
