WFIE - 14 Headlines

OBGYN's urging young patients to wait for cancer screening

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:23:00 EST

This change has some women concerned.

Warrick Co. school helps food pantries

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:09:00 EST

Elberfeld Elementary boxed up blankets and food.

Scooter driver hits mini-van

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:00:00 EST

Police say the scooter driver was texting while driving.

Police going public with Evansville murder case

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:57:00 EST

Authorities say they are trying to find out what happened.

Palin's 'Going Rouge' is going big

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:47:00 EST

The book sold 300,000 copies its first day.

Detectives still have 'holes to fill' at Dawson Springs

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:42:00 EST

One of the suspects is the couple's nephew.

Red Kettle Campaign kicks off in Evansville

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:49:00 EST

The campaign feeds families and provides gifts for children.

Local 808 hall converts to job center

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:25:00 EST

The union hall will assist Whirlpool employees in finding new jobs.

Court upholds $6 million award in McDonald's case

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:06:00 EST

A McDonald's employee was stripped searched after being accused of theft.

Authorities investigating Madisonville fire

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:00:00 EST

The blaze broke out about noon.

IL H1N1 deaths on the rise

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:40:00 EST

The state has reported nine deaths.

IL gets more money for Medicaid

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:36:00 EST

Gov. Quinn signed a bill in Chicago on Friday.

Gov. Quinn wants Oprah to stay in IL

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:32:00 EST

Quinn said Oprah was "a force of nature" for Illinois.

Winfrey says goodbye

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:29:00 EST

Oprah Winfrey said goodbye to her audience on Friday.

Pickup slides under semi

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:19:00 EST

The accident happened in Warrick Co. around 7:00 a.m.

Knight to speak for IU Hall of Fame

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:18:00 EST

Bob Knight is returning to Indiana after all.

Notre Dame vs. Conn

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:13:00 EST

Notre Dame and Connecticut keep coming up a play short this season.

IN prison reducing lunches

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:09:00 EST

Some lawmakers are worried.

IN unemployment up slightly

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:05:00 EST

Indiana unemployment increased .1 percent in October.

Miley Cyrus' tour bus crashes

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:39:00 EST

The bus driver was killed in the crash.

Rascal Flatts ticket sales start this weekend

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:32:00 EST

The Flatts will perform with Darius Rucker.

Hopkins Co. home destroyed in fire

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:28:00 EST

It happened between Madisonville and Hanson.

Shelves short on canned pumpkin

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 09:29:00 EST

This story might make your Thanksgiving less sweet.

"Dawson's Creek" star files for divorce

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 09:24:00 EST

He cited irreconcilable differences as the reason for the split.

Snipes wants tax convictions overturned

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 09:20:00 EST

Prosecutors say Snipes hasn't filed a tax return since 1998.

Accident restricts traffic on 41 S

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:27:00 EST

Police say the semi pushed the truck for 50 yards.

Bicycle struck by vehicle in Evansville

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:05:00 EST

Officers tell us the victim has a serious head injury.

Weekly food inspection reports

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 06:30:00 EST

Here are the latest restaurant reports from Vanderburgh County.

Indiana filling 'hot job' positions

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 23:24:00 EST

A hot job is one the state of Indiana sees a big need for.

Utility companies learning from ice storm

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 22:39:00 EST

Kenergy says the ice storm was worse than a hurricane for utility workers.

United Way's 211 line puts food on the table

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 22:30:00 EST

The 211 line assists Tri-State Food Bank in delivering food to some Tri-State families.

Evansville girl meets Jennifer Aniston

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 21:18:00 EST

They met for PSA's for St. Jude's Research Hospital.

EPD looking for person of interest

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 20:30:00 EST

Investigators want to bring in Terrell Williams for questioning.

IN robbery suspect warms bottle for crying baby

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 19:43:00 EST

Police say the suspect noticed a baby was crying while robbing a house.

EVSC student caught with counterfeit cash

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 19:00:00 EST

Officials say the student used the money to buy snacks at school.

'Oprah' to end in 2011

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:49:00 EST

You can watch Oprah's announcement on 14 WFIE at 4:00 p.m.

KY jobless rate at 11.2 percent in October

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:24:00 EST

The October jobless was up from September's 10.9 percent.

Weiss' future decided after regular season

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:18:00 EST

Notre Dame athletic director Jack Swarbrick said that he would make his decision after the Stanford game.

Evansville detours challenging first responders

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:13:00 EST

First responders adjust to Lloyd construction and arena prep-work.

Beshear says Harley plant is doubtful

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:54:00 EST

Harley-Davidson has been looking at a plant site in Shelbyville.

Nunn appears in court

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:49:00 EST

His lawyer entered a not guilty plea on his behalf.

IL Senate Candidate apposes health care bill

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:42:00 EST

Democrat Cheryle Jackson says that abortion limitations would steer her away.

Nebo post office temporarily shut down

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:36:00 EST

Nebo residents think the move might be permanent.

Local businesses prepare for holiday shoplifters

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:30:00 EST

Family sparks concern after being arrested for shoplifting.

Gribbins questionable for Saturday

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:38:00 EST

Coaches said Gribbons possibly tore his quadrisect while lifting weights.

IU opens extension in Evansville

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:36:00 EST

The extension will engage local businesses and promote economic growth.

IL Gov. candidate wants more charter schools

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:23:00 EST

Candidate Brady wants to eliminate the cap on charter schools in Illinois.

Computer glitch halts Chicago airports

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:21:00 EST

FAA officials say flights are back to normal.

IL funeral held for Fort Hood soldier

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:16:00 EST

Gov. Pat Quinn attended 21-year-old Pvt. Velez's funeral service.

Over 1,000 attend Palin's book signing

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:04:00 EST

The former vice presidential candidate visited two Indiana cities.

IN reports six more swine flu deaths

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:56:00 EST

Officials say that the number of deaths are starting to drop.

Police: Sen. Lugar's wife charged with DWI

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:52:00 EST

Police say she fled after hitting a parked car in northern Virginia.

IL mental health taskforce unveil patient's rights

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:46:00 EST

They are learning some nursing home residents are learning their rights.

Car rolls over elderly Slaughters woman

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:41:00 EST

It happened Wednesday afternoon in Hanson.

INDOT launches new website

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:31:00 EST

With holiday's approaching, officials say the site couldn't come at a better time.

CA man robs store with a baby on board

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 14:26:00 EST

Officials say he has a gun on one hip and a baby on the other.

EPD: Family jailed after shoplifting spree

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 13:51:00 EST

Police say they found items from three stores.

Jaguar cubs unveiled Thursday

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 13:43:00 EST

This will be the public's first chance to meet them.

State release KY ice storm recommendations

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 13:12:00 EST

They are hoping that there will be lessons learned.

Nicole Richie is hospitalized

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 10:09:00 EST

She is being treated for pneumonia.

NBC anchor wins Cronkite Award

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 10:03:00 EST

NBC newsman Brian Williams received his first Walter Cronkite Award.

Hostettler signing books at USI

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:58:00 EST

It happens Thursday night at 7:00.

Owensboro named best place to raise a family

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:30:00 EST

Business Week gave many reasons why it ranked as number one.

KY politicians have conflicting views on debt

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:13:00 EST

They offered their views for fixing $1 billion budget deficit.

Palin's book hit shelves Wednesday

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 23:25:00 EST

Palin said she is "thankful [for] the opportunity to write the truth."

Traffic re-routed for arena preparations

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 22:57:00 EST

Major changes are being made to downtown traffic patterns beginning next week.

Health clinic open for city employees

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 22:36:00 EST

The new clinic, located inside the Civic Center, opened a month early.

Many Evansville resident support new Christian high school

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 22:20:00 EST

Evansville Christian School is looking into building a high school.

Where did all the Eggos go?

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 22:07:00 EST

The country is experiencing a shortage of the Kellogg's breakfast item.

Santa may want to mark a few toys off his list

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 21:53:00 EST

World Against Toys Causing Harm compiled a list of the 10 worst toys of 2009.

Ohio Co. testing cost-saving initiative

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 21:37:00 EST

Beginning Jan. 1, those arrested for nonviolent crimes will be able to post bail immediately.

Panthers have eyes set on Lucas Oil Stadium

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 21:07:00 EST

Reitz plays Indianapolis Cathedral Friday night for a chance at the state championship.

Beginning of arena construction nearing

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 19:48:00 EST

The next set of bids for the arena work will be put up before Christmas.

Murder suspect pleads 'not guilty'

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 19:24:00 EST

Brock Antonio Hanley faces murder charges in the death of a Daviess Co. clerk.

Vehicles torched outside Evansville home

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 19:02:00 EST

Police are investigating.

IN green going green

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 18:47:00 EST

One Indiana golf course is working to be certified as an Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary.

Trash to treasure as America goes green

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 18:46:00 EST

Recycling technology has come a long way.

Troopers train on driving course at stadium

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 18:35:00 EST

They encountered situations they might run into on patrol.

Police: More crashes caused by texting

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 18:27:00 EST

Police have found adults are just as guilty as teens.

Permission given for Civic Center security

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 18:21:00 EST

The new security measures go into effect December 7.

Red Cross urging Tri-Staters to Pledge to Prepare

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:54:00 EST

Officials don't want another winter storm to catch people off-guard this year.

Congress pressing for answers to swine flu pandemic

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:38:00 EST

Congress wants to know: are terror suspects getting the vaccine first?

Website gives more accurate picture of property value

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:20:00 EST

The Vanderburgh County Assessor's Office said it was time to update the site.

Attacks documented on YouTube

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:09:00 EST

MN police are looking for eight suspects after violent attacks posted on YouTube.

Local economists talk of recovery

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 16:56:00 EST

They said they see positive signs of a recovery.

Holder continues defending terror trials in the U.S.

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 16:49:00 EST

9/11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed is to stand trial in a New York court room.

EVSC starts law and justice academy

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:57:00 EST

It will be a two year program.

Prilosec could reduce Plavix's effectiveness

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:13:00 EST

The FDA says drug lowers the effectiveness by half.

Hot tub use rises as do injuries

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:07:00 EST

Hot tub related injuries have risen 160 percent.

ATF: Explosives found at Pike Co. home

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 13:04:00 EST

Authorities have also been looking for murder clues in his yard.

Holiday World holding auction

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 09:33:00 EST

They plan to auction off hundreds of surplus items this weekend.

Lawyers suing Rod Stewart for $3.3 million

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 09:27:00 EST

A prominent entertainment law firm is suing Rod Stewart for $3.3 million in legal fees it claims he owes.

People names Sexiest Man Alive

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 09:02:00 EST

This is the second time this pirate received the honor.

KISS drummer talks about his breast cancer

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 08:42:00 EST

Peter Criss is speaking out about his recent bout with breast cancer.

ISP: Man gets minor pregnant

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 08:20:00 EST

A Winslow man is arrested after a teen girl becomes pregnant.

14 News exposes the Meet and Greet

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 23:24:00 EST

Find out what's going on at this adult gathering place.

Hopkins Co. has new plan to bring in new businesses

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 22:57:00 EST

Madisonville and Hopkins Co. officials are focusing on creating jobs.

EPD: Robbery-murder suspect's van found

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 22:18:00 EST

Police said they found Brock Antonio Hanley's vehicle in the Ohio River.

EPD looking for downtown shooting suspect

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 21:57:00 EST

Police are looking for a silver van seen leaving the scene Monday night.

Deputies still investigating clerk's death

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 21:47:00 EST

Deputies said they're not buying suspect Brock Hanley's story.

Gov't report: No mammograms before 50

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 21:29:00 EST

The report said early screening can do more harm than good.

Raw sewage spill reaching Tri-State

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 21:28:00 EST

Around 10 million gallons of raw sewage was spilled in Louisville.

Fly to Florida for under $10?

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 16:18:00 EST

Owensboro's Allegiant Air is offering flights to Orlando for $9.99.

Boil Advisory in Clay, KY

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 16:07:00 EST

Clay City officials say a significant water leak prompted the advisory.

Some offenders could fly free in Ohio Co.

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 15:16:00 EST

The county has been chosen to help with a pilot program.

Victoria's Secret model Adriana Lima gives birth to a daughter

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 14:17:00 EST

The Victoria Secret's model gave birth Sunday in New York, People reports. Valentina Lima Jaric is the first child for Lima, 28, and her 31-year-old husband, NBA player Marko Jaric.

Levi Johnston did not bare it all in Playgirl

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 14:10:00 EST

Contrary to previous promises of full exposure in his Playgirl shoot, the 19-year-old father of Sarah Palin's grandson ultimately did leave something to the imagination.

What is Tri-State's Got Talent?

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 13:57:00 EST

Join us for a recording event at Gatti Town!

Remote Control host Ken Ober dead at 52

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 13:29:00 EST

Ken Ober, host of MTV's Remote Control, has died at the age of 52, TVGuide.com has confirmed.

Man dead after downtown shooting

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 13:23:00 EST

Police are looking for a van in connection with the shooting.

Courteney Cox is excited for Scream 4

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 13:20:00 EST

Courteney Cox is looking forward to the next installment in the Scream franchise.

Edwards requests EVSC retirement

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 13:14:00 EST

If granted, her retirement would begin on December 14.

Cindy Crawford blackmail suspect turns himself in

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 13:02:00 EST

The man accused of extorting $100,000 from Cindy Crawford and husband Rande Gerber has turned himself in to German authorities.

Hopkins cold case closes with sentence

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 12:49:00 EST

In 1991, a woman was killed. Her case was closed Tuesday.

Texts alert UK fans with scores

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 11:24:00 EST

UK's athletics program is signing up fans for Wildcats Alerts, a text-messaging system that offers updates and scores for UK teams.

Wrinkles refuses clemency

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 11:05:00 EST

His execution is set for Dec. 11.

UPS worker accused of stealing drugs

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 08:09:00 EST

Police say the suspect admitted to stealing from boxes.

Machete-wielding man steals tacos

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 08:07:00 EST

Police in IL say they are hunting for a suspect with a taste for tacos.

Crews prepare for Executive Inn demolition

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 22:32:00 EST

Monday was the last day Evansville's Executive Inn was open.

Barzee reaches plea deal in Elizabeth Smart case

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 22:17:00 EST

Wanda Eileen Barzee was accused of taking part in the girl's abduction.

Coach takes bad gamble in NFL game of the year

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 19:41:00 EST

Up six points with two minutes left in the game Patriots Coach Bill Belichick gambled and lost.

OPD adds new canine to force

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 19:29:00 EST

Raizi, a 13-month-old German Shepherd, just graduated from police K-9 school.

Greenville gets over $500,000 for city improvements

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 19:20:00 EST

The money will go towards security projects and downtown revitalization.

Gov't says "no" to mammograms under 50

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 19:10:00 EST

Major medical groups still recommend mammograms under 50.

Tax credit may affect your spring filing

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 19:07:00 EST

The government may have been too generous with the Making Work Pay tax credit.

NC authorities find body of five-year-old girl

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 19:06:00 EST

Her mother has been charged with trafficking and child abuse for suspicion of prostitution.

Breast cancer patients getting help choosing right treatment

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 18:37:00 EST

A new website has been developed to help narrow down the right treatment.

Web site helps veterans reconnect after combat

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 18:18:00 EST

The web site has forums about everything from the GI Bill to coping with anxiety.

Food allergies increase by 18 percent

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 18:08:00 EST

Visits to the E.R. for food allergy reactions have nearly tripled over the past 15 years.

Atlantis on way to International Space Station

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 17:51:00 EST

This is one of just six shuttle missions left before the program is retired.

Evansville Executive Inn closes

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 17:29:00 EST

Demolition on parts of the Executive is scheduled to begin December 1.

Hikers rescued from ledge of UT mountain

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 17:19:00 EST

The men went for a hike Sunday, and ended up stranded all night on the mountain.

Changes in winter weather advisories

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 17:14:00 EST

The new winter weather alerts will look similar to thunderstorm or flood warnings.

Flu vaccine clinic coming to Mater Dei

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 16:40:00 EST

It is for Tier 1 people.

Newburgh hunter hurt in handgun accident

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 14:29:00 EST

It happened near Princeton on opening day of deer season.

Tip leads to Hopkins Co. meth arrest

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 11:58:00 EST

Troopers say they caught this man with 11 grams of meth.

FDA wants info on caffeinated booze drinks

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 11:58:00 EST

Caffeine has been approved as an additive for soft drinks but not alcoholic drinks.

Wild VA turkey attacks deputy

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 11:09:00 EST

Wild turkey attack traps sheriff's deputy in her own cruiser.

MS baby takes a ride in a washing machine

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 11:05:00 EST

A man was able to pry the door and save the boy.

The Boss has a Midwest mix-up

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 10:19:00 EST

Bruce Springsteen bellowed "Hello, Ohio!" to his Michigan fans.

Kings of Leon drummer weds singer

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 10:13:00 EST

Kings of Leon drummer Nathan Followill has a queen.

Fall weather brings deer related accidents

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 23:13:00 EST

ISP warn drivers to be especially careful for the next few weeks.

Disney parks taking steps to prevent spread of swine flu

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 21:08:00 EST

The parks have installed dozens of hand sanitation booths.

Aces' freshman Taylor already showing leadership

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 20:49:00 EST

The Anderson, Indiana native has already taken on a lot of responsibility.

Justice department taking heat for 9-11 mastermind trial

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 18:46:00 EST

Khalid Sheikh Mohammed will be tried in New York.

Deals still out there for holiday travel

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 17:32:00 EST

You can still get a seven day cruise starting at $399.

IN town mourns soldier killed in Fort Hood rampage

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 18:14:00 EST

The Plymouth native was buried Saturday afternoon.

Obama spreading message while in Asia

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 17:48:00 EST

He wants everyone to know that even in these economic times, America means business.

Burials quietly resume at Burr Oak

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 21:44:00 EST

Burr Oak is where former workers allegedly dug up hundreds of graves.

INDOT wants public input

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 17:43:00 EST

They want input on its proposed Statewide Transportation Improvement Program.

Vigo Co. Sheriff takes over justice center

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 17:39:00 EST

This, after complaints were made to the center's advisory board.

Prosecutors ask to drop Cellini in Blago case

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 17:31:00 EST

Cellini is long known as one of the most influential behind the scenes figures in Illinois politics.

Culter fined for 'abusive conduct'

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 17:22:00 EST

Tommie Harris was also fined for punching Deuce Lutui.

9/11 'mastermind' faces trial in NY

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 15:35:00 EST

Khalid Sheikh Mohammed will be transferred and tried in New York.

Britney's Twitter hacked

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 08:51:00 EST

The hacker claimed Brit Brit worshiped Satan.

Player of the Week: Ryan Hatler

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 08:43:00 EST

Running back Ryan Hatler ran for nearly 200 yards and three touchdowns in a three-touchdown win.

Danville shoe plant closes

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 22:21:00 EST

Red Wing Shoe Co. announced it will close as part of a restructuring.

Spotlight: Dean Wathan

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 21:52:00 EST

Wathan is a senior tight-end and defensive end for the Henderson Co. Colonels.

U of IL looking for new president

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 18:54:00 EST

They have put together a 19 person committee.

Beshear not ruling out special session

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 18:49:00 EST

He says a special session might needed to discuss the economy.

Al-Marri moved to IL prison

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 18:43:00 EST

The former Bradley student plead guilty of being in contact with Al-Qaida.

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar has leukemia

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 16:41:00 EST

He's currently taking an oral medication for the disease.

Bloomington declines I69 plans

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 16:29:00 EST

Monroe County officials have declined to include aspects of the I-69 project in their transportation improvement plan.

Designers donate $10 million for breast cancer research

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 16:21:00 EST

The Vera Bradley Foundation gave $10 million to IU for research.

IN Senate Republicans to introduce district re map bill

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 16:09:00 EST

They say that districts shouldn't divide neighborhoods and stay compact.

IN Health officials seeing swine flu tapering

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 16:03:00 EST

Officials say that pandemics can have several peaks.

Budget crunch squeezing IL universities

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 15:59:00 EST

SIU says the state has failed to make monthly payments to the university.

IL town hold funeral for Fort Hood victim

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 15:54:00 EST

PFC Michael Pearson of Bolingbrook arrived in Illinois on Thursday.

Taking A Stand: The health care debate

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 15:43:00 EST

Taking A Stand: The health care debate

NBC gets ready for a Sing-Off; Announces holiday specials

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 14:06:00 EST

NBC will premiere its new singing competition special The Sing-Off in December. The four-night show will feature a cappella groups competing for a recording contract.

Top Model's Miss J. is a dad

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 13:23:00 EST

America's Next Top Model judge Miss J. Alexander is not only a "runway diva coach extraordinaire," but also a dad.

Betty White: Animal work gives me the greatest joy

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 11:33:00 EST

Betty White's name is as synonymous with animal advocacy as it is with comedy — and she wouldn't have it any other way.

Celine Dion is not pregnant

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 09:45:00 EST

She said she was in August but the baby didn't take.

Tyler says he is not leaving Aerosmith

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 09:40:00 EST

The band made a surprise appearance in NYC.

Lou Dobbs quits CNN

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 09:36:00 EST

CNN host Lou Dobbs says he is leaving CNN effective immediately.

Walmart taking new measures for Black Friday

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 22:15:00 EST

The measures are to prevent incidents like the death of a worker last year.

Psychics lead police to bones in basement

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 18:33:00 EST

Psychics unearthed remains in the basement of a mansion in WV.

Engagement ring falls from hot air balloon

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 18:05:00 EST

OH wedding proposal turns to panic when guy drops ring from hot air balloon.

Citizens across the U.S. honor veterans

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 17:42:00 EST

The tributes range from parades and celebrations to reflections of loss.

H1N1 vaccine supply boost

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 17:35:00 EST

Companies are vowing to deliver more of the vaccine.

Second TN rock slide closes part of U.S. 64

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 17:14:00 EST

Road crews said truck-sized boulders came crashing down the mountain.

WI man encounters patriotic muggers

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 17:07:00 EST

Muggers returned his wallet and thanked him after noticing an Army ID.

Dead shark found in SC toilet

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:42:00 EST

It happened last Sunday. Picture inside!

Kim Kardashian: Kourtney's "having a hard time" with pregnancy weight

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:29:00 EST

Kourtney Kardashian is counting down the days until her baby boy arrives — because she can't wait to drop the baby weight.

Justin Timberlake granted restraining order

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:07:00 EST

Justin Timberlake has won a restraining order against an accused stalker.

Jackson's funeral cost $1 million

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 09:12:00 EST

That isn't counting the tribute held at the Staples Center.

Koala population could be shrinking

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 08:46:00 EST

The number of koalas could be as low as 43,000

DC sniper executed

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 23:05:00 EST

The sniper was put to death just after 8:00 p.m. Evansville time.

Coupon outreach filling void at food pantries

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 21:56:00 EST

One PA church is learning the value of coupons.

Two dead after OR shooting

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 21:28:00 EST

Investigators said it happened at a drug-testing center.

D-Day for DC sniper

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 21:21:00 EST

DC sniper John Allen Muhammad is set to be executed Tuesday night.

Plea deal offered in astronaut love triangle

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 18:46:00 EST

A former astronaut accused in a violent love triangle will avoid jail time.

Tribute paid to 13 Fort Hood victims

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 18:36:00 EST

More than 3,000 gathered to remember those killed at the Army base.

Aerosmith is looking for a new singer

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 16:07:00 EST

Tyler has been quoted as saying he is considering a solo career.

JLo's ex-hubby was to sell a home movie

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 16:05:00 EST

She doesn't want the video sold because it contains sexual situations.

Randy Quaid pays delinquent hotel bill

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 15:57:00 EST

An arrest warrant has been dropped for actor Randy Quaid and his wife, Evi, who are accused of stiffing a Santa Barbara County hotel on a $10,000 bill.

Service workers lack sick days

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 15:53:00 EST

One democrat wants employers to pay for sick leave.

40 things you didn't know about Sesame Street

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 15:50:00 EST

Sesame Street is turning 40, and to help celebrate here are 40 facts that you may not have known. For example: Cookie Monster is the only Muppet with five fingers.

Fmr. KY lawmaker indicted on murder charges

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 15:29:00 EST

The charges stem from the shooting death of Amanda Ross.

Dr. Phil re-upped through 2014

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 13:47:00 EST

Dr. Phil will keep making house calls through the 2013-14 TV season.