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Mom Puts Three-Year-Old Son Up for Adoption on Craigslist

Donald Deane — Thu, 16 May 2013 19:15:44 +0000

Craigslist is a great resource for meeting people and buying and selling almost anything. But when it comes to giving away children, there are probably better ways. That didn't stop a Texas woman from offering her three-year-old for adoption on the service, however.

Kirstie Alley Takes On Abercrombie & Fitch [VIDEO + POLL]

Lucky Larry — Thu, 16 May 2013 14:56:37 +0000

Kirstie Alley has joined the list of people who are outraged at Ambercrombie & Fitch because they are exclusionary when it comes to the size of clothes they offer in their stores. The retailer has come under scrutiny because the store is filled with clothing that is for the smallest of customers and in a [...]

North Texas Tornado Leaves 6 Dead + Dozens Injured [VIDEO]

Dave Goldman — Thu, 16 May 2013 11:30:11 +0000

Officials say at least six people were killed following a tornado in North Texas. Authorities in Granbury say the fatalities occurred Wednesday as the twister tore through two neighborhoods. Hood County Sheriff Roger Deeds also says dozens were injured. The worst-hit city Wednesday was Granbury, where authorities say the fatalities occurred as the deadly tornado [...]

Source Claims Kanye West + Kim Kardashian Will Most Likely Break Up Before the Baby Is Born

Amy Sciarretto — Wed, 15 May 2013 22:40:33 +0000

Trouble in paradise -- if you can describe their relationship like that -- for Kimye. The latest rumor is that that Kanye West and baby mama Kim Kardashian will break up before their baby is born in early summer. Gasp! Oh, the humanity.

Nicki Minaj Out at 'American Idol'

Amy Sciarretto — Wed, 15 May 2013 22:04:29 +0000

Rap diva Nicki Minaj is one and done.

Sources close to the production claim that the controversial star will exit 'American Idol' after Season 12 wraps tomorrow (May 16). She served on the judge's panel for a season, famously clashing with Mariah Carey, who also sat on the panel for her first year.

Young Texas Boy Stands Up Against Bullying [VIDEO]

Nora Schreiber — Wed, 15 May 2013 19:47:10 +0000

Bullying has been a hot topic recently. Though it has always been around, it seems that changes in our day to day life styles have increased its intensity. This young Texas boy takes a stand against his abuse in this heart breaking video. Digital advancements, increased amount of violence in school, and more “non-nuclear families” [...]

News Organizations Back Off Report of Boston Marathon Suspect Arrest

Dave Goldman — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 17:59:24 +0000

After multiple news organizations, including the Associated Press, CNN and the Boston Globe, among many others, reported that a suspect was in custody in connection to Monday’s bombings at the Boston Marathon, those reports may have been premature. Despite the reports of an arrest, the US Attorney’s office and the Boston Police Department are denying [...]

Tatum High Schooler Saves Classmate's Grandmother at Fast Food Restaurant By Performing CPR

Lucky Larry — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 14:16:31 +0000

Justin Craig’s normal day as the assistant manager at Sonic in Tatum on Sunday (April 14th) was quickly turned upside down when someone came into the restaurant requesting them to call 911 because someone in a car was in distress. The 18 year old Sonic employee ran out to the car and quickly checked the [...]

Watch Selena Gomez Perform 'Come + Get It' on 'Dancing With the Stars'

Jessica Sager — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 11:39:08 +0000

Selena Gomez delivered yet another Bollywood-inspired performance of ‘Come + Get It’ on ‘Dancing With the Stars’ last night. And yes, she wore a Bindi again. This time clad in purple instead of red, Gomez looked stunning among a set designed to look almost like a pond, featuring water lily graphics and effects adding to [...]

New Dove Commercial Shows Women Their Real Beauty [VIDEO]

Nora Schreiber — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 04:00:09 +0000

There are few commercials on the television or internet that can really change how we feel about ourselves. There are even fewer numbers that tell us we are truly beautiful. The new Dove commercial does all of this in one short video. This will change you. Most commercials on air and all over the web [...]

Nicki Minaj Basically Blames Other Judges for Low 'American Idol' Ratings

Amy Sciarretto — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 01:33:48 +0000

The ratings for Season 12 of 'American Idol' have been consistently down -- the worst since the first. Many critics believe the decline has to do with lackluster judges. One of those judges believes the blame lies on the doorstep of her peers. Yes, Nicki Minaj thinks the low ratings for 'Idol' are the fault of Keith Urban, Mariah Carey and sole remaining original judge Randy Jackson.

Her Minajesty also thinks it is she who keeping the show afloat. Really? Really.

Three Dead, 140-Plus Injured in Explosions at Boston Marathon Finish Line [UPDATED]

Chase Colston — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 14:06:15 +0000

The rattled city of Boston and a horrified nation are still looking for answers after two explosions killed three people and injured more than 100 others Monday afternoon near the finish line of the renowned Boston Marathon. Injured spectators were being carried Monday to the medical tent that had been set up to care for [...]

Always The Bridemaid, Never The Bride [CONTEST]

Lucky Larry — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 19:00:08 +0000

Mix 93-1 and Venus Adult Boutique present the Always The Bridesmaid, Never The Bride, bridesmaid dress contest! If your closet has a bridesmaid dress or two, or maybe five or ten, then you’re a perfect candidate! Mix 93-1 is looking for that most unique bridesmaid dress that the bride thought looked good, but well, didn’t [...]

Selena Gomez Tickets Go On Sale Saturday for November Show in Dallas

Lucky Larry — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 16:46:11 +0000

Selena Gomez will be touring in support of her latest album that is coming out in May with a 56 city world tour which includes a stop off in Dallas after the tour kicks off August 14th. “I couldn’t be more excited to tour again but this time around the world. This has been such [...]

John Tyler High School Principal Michael Timms Resigns

Dave Goldman — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 15:34:12 +0000

Tyler Independent School District has agreed to accept the request of Mr. Michael Timms to resign from his current position as principal of John Tyler High School effective June 30, 2013. According to a press release from TISD, Mr. Joe Coburn is serving as the interim principal and will continue to oversee the day-to-day operations [...]

Aubrey Plaza Punted From MTV Movie Awards After Pulling a Kanye on Will Ferrell [VIDEO]

Ryan Anderson — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 15:11:31 +0000

Things got a little weird last night (April 14) at the MTV Movie Awards, when ‘Parks and Recreation’ star Aubrey Plaza channeled her inner Kanye West on Will Ferrell. Ferrell was accepting the Comedic Genius award when the 28-year-old actress, seated in the front row, rushed the stage and gave a half-hearted attempt to take [...]

Former Justice of the Peace Arrested As Investigation Continues in Death of DA + His Wife

Dave Goldman — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 12:51:18 +0000

Authorities investigating the shooting deaths of Kaufman County District Attorney Mike McLelland and his wife Cynthia have arrested a former justice of the peace prosecuted last year by the official for theft. Early Saturday 46-year-old Eric Lyle Williams was arrested on a charge of making a terroristic threat. Authorities though have not publicly named a [...]

How Animals Eat Video Goes Viral [VIDEO]

Jeff Evans — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 14:57:48 +0000

This video was just pasted on Monday (4/8) and it already has 6 million views. With that many views I knew I needed to check it out. When the video first started I was less than impressed, but by the second clip I was rolling. Check it out. He’s pretty accurate with his acting!

Worker Injured from Explosion + Fire at Tyler Home [UPDATED + PHOTOS]

Chase Colston — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 19:53:40 +0000

One person has been seriously injured after a house he was working on exploded shortly before noon Wednesday. According to Tyler Fire Marshall Paul Findley, the explosion and fire happened on the east side of the house located at 1430 ESE Loop 323 where the victim was working with a large amount of paint thinner [...]

Girl Tells Heartwarming + Creative Story of Living With Autism [VIDEO]

Nora Schreiber — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 17:42:48 +0000

April is Autism Awareness Month. Right up until the 30th os this month, lets all educate ourselves about Autism. What better way to hear all about the ailment than from such an enthusiastic young girl? This teenage lady will warm your heart with this creative explanation of Autism. If this doesn’t spark something in you [...]