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 >>
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 >>
(KYTX/CNN) - Gas prices rose 10 percent this month making it the worst February on record -- but AAA says relief at the pump is in the way. Apparently, the higher gas prices are the result of a slowdown at several refineries undergoing equipment upgrades. Less production meant higher prices for the time being. AAA says that work should be completed in the coming weeks and falling gas prices are expected to follow.
(CNN) - McDonald's is clearing some space on its menu, perhaps to make room for new items. The company says it will stop offering its fruit and walnut salad and Chicken Selects. It's also considering getting rid of the Angus Third Pounder. The moves come after McDonald's reported its first decline in monthly same-store sales in more than nine years back in October.
(CBS) - Apple says people have downloaded more than 1 billion items from iTunes U, which features free books, lectures and other information from schools, libraries and museums around the world. 24 hundred schools and universities now host courses on iTunes. An apple leader calls it a "phenomenal shift in the way we teach and learn."
Thursday, May 23 2013 9:03 AM EDT2013-05-23 13:03:56 GMT
KYTX (TYLER) - It's a very special morning for a group of World War II Veterans from across East Texas. 30 Veterans are making a trip of a lifetime to Washington, D.C. This is part of the World War IIMore >>
30 Veterans are making a trip of a lifetime to Washington, D.C. today. This is part of the World War II Heroes Flight -- made possible by Brookshires.More >>
LUFKIN (KYTX) - East Texas firefighters are warning people to be careful after lightning struck an East Texas mother of 3, killing her. 32-year-old Meshell Foxworth died Tuesday night. Foxworth worksMore >>
East Texas firefighters are warning people to be careful after lightning struck an East Texas mother of 3, killing her. 32-year-old Meshell Foxworth died Tuesday night.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 7:11 PM EDT2013-05-22 23:11:49 GMT
LONGVIEW/GREGG COUNTY (KYTX) - The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality in Austin punishes Pine Tree I.S.D. with an $18,500 fine. The penalty was for violations found at the district's bus barn inMore >>
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality in Austin punishes Pine Tree I.S.D. with an $18,500 fine.More >>
TYLER (KYTX) - During Super Shredder Day with Ark-La-Tex Shredding, STS Electronic Recycling and the Salvation Army East Texans brought in 56,431 pounds of paper to be shredded and more than 44,000 poundsMore >>
During Super Shredder Day with Ark-La-Tex Shredding, STS Electronic Recycling and the Salvation Army East Texans brought in 56,431 pounds of paper to be shredded and more than 44,000 pounds of e-waste.More >>
Hauling in hundreds of bags, and sorting items into hundreds of boxes. all for the victims in Moore, Oklahoma. Bob Wheeler Jr. Says that he never planned to have something this major, but onceMore >>
Nearly 30 people from Longview are headed to Oklahoma with three horse trailers full of supplies.More >>
