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Today in History June 19
Highlights of this day in history: Julius and Ethel Rosenberg executed; Father's Day first celebrated in the U.S.; The event behind 'Juneteenth'; Author Salman Rushdie born; NBA draft pick Len Bias dies; Entertainer Paula Adbul born. (June ...
Leffler planned for young son in case of death
Jason Leffler, like every other racer, understood the risks of his profession. It's a conversation he had with his longtime girlfriend when his NASCAR prospects dried up and a return to the sprint car circuit was the only way he could compete on a regular basis. It wasn't a glamorous ...
Mandela Spends 9th Day in Hospital
South African President Jacob Zuma on Sunday asked the audience at a Youth Day celebration to join him in wishing former President Nelson Mandela a Happy Father's Day. (June 16)
CBS ends national broadcast of July 4 Pops concert
For the first time in more than 20 years, the July 4 Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular will not be televised nationally. The Boston Globe reports (http://b.globe.com/12OrqO8 ) that CBS declined to renew a contract with producers of the show, which will appear locally on WBZ-TV. The show's executive producer, David ...
Colo. Family Plans to Rebuild After Fire
Black Forest Homeowner Bob Metzger was able to save treasured family photographs before his house of 45 years burned down. Now Bob and wife Barbara hope they'll be able to rebuild the house that they raised three children in by Christmas. (...
Woman Grateful She Got Closer To Father Before His Death
Celebrating dads can be difficult if you father's not around anymore... or never was to at all. We'll talk to those who can tell us what Father's Day is like without a dad of your own. Guest Sharon Greenthal shares her story.
'Dia de los Muertos' wins animation award
When Ashley Graham and her college teammates came up with the idea of creating a short film based on a Mexican holiday celebrating death, they had no idea it would actually open the door to a new life for them. Graham, 26, of Kingman and her teammates Lindsey St. Pierre ...
Obama on Fatherhood: 'Best Job I've Got'
President Barack Obama says a Father's Day luncheon at the White House on Friday was a great way for all the dads to celebrate the coming occasion and remember how lucky they are. (June 14)
Pa. mayor warns money's needed to put on fireworks
The mayor of a central Pennsylvania borough says the July 4th fireworks show might be a no-go. Carlisle Mayor William Kronenberg said Thursday that the borough needs community donations to pay for its annual July 4th fireworks show. The Patriot-News of Harrisburg reports (http://bit.ly/11zgk86) that Kronenberg says he must decide ...
Rockford AirFest canceled because of budget cuts
Federal budget cuts have forced the cancelation of plans to hold the Rockford AirFest airshow on Labor Day weekend. The across-the-board budget cuts known as sequestration led the Defense Department to halt all aerial demonstrations starting in April. That includes flyovers, jump team demonstrations and participation in civilian air shows. ...
Top 5 hilariously bad dads
In honor of Father's Day, this week we're going to make you truly appreciate your dad by showing some funny, crappy dads. We promise our video is definitely better than the Billy Crystal-Robin Williams movie, "Fathers' Day"! Yes, that is a real movie. And this is a real countdown dedicated ...
Donations save Lompoc's 4th of July fireworks
Lompoc (LAHM'-pohk) will have its Fourth of July fireworks show after all. A lack of funds had threatened to force cancellation of this year's show in the small Santa Barbara County city. But the Lompoc Record (http://bit.ly/1a4u2rq) reports that last-minute donations raised the needed $20,000. The show was run by ...
MTV networks going back to roots for July Fourth
MTV, VH1 and CMT are going back to their roots on the Fourth of July. The networks said Wednesday they will throw a "Music Independence Day" party that day, showing videos and giving exposure to artists at a time it can be hard for them to break through to a ...
Hard Workers Jennifer Aniston and Justin Theroux Push Back Their Wedding Until Christmas
After moving into their dream home, Jennifer Aniston and Justin Theroux have reportedly delayed their wedding until Christmas as they are both bombarded by work.
Cumberland close on new site for fireworks display
Officials in Cumberland are finalizing a deal with a private landowner for a new location for the city's annual Independence Day fireworks display. City Fire Marshal Lt. Shannon Adams tells The Times-News of Cumberland (http://bit.ly/ZYUtwS ) that officials will announce the new location as soon as paperwork is complete. The ...
Five great tech gifts for Father's Day
How awesome is Dad? He's out there every day, bringing home the bacon, cleaning the garage, fixing whatever's broken, and just generally being a heck of a guy. If you haven't thanked him lately, your mandatory once-a-year chance is just around the corner: Father's Day is Sunday, June 16. And ...
Raleigh plans 2 July 4 fireworks shows
Raleigh is planning two fireworks shows for the 4th of July this year. The News & Observer of Raleigh reported (http://bit.ly/10SQu3t) that officials hope to improve on last year's events carried out under the title, The Works. The newspaper reported many people who were not on a specific street could ...
Barry Manilow joins star lineup for July 4th in DC
Barry Manilow will join stars from Broadway and "American Idol" as well as composer John Williams for this year's July Fourth celebration on the National Mall. Darren Criss from "Glee," Megan Hilty from "Smash" and the cast of Broadway's "Motown The Musical" will perform during "A Capitol Fourth." Tom Bergeron ...
Dave Matthews to speak at Va naturalization event
Musician Dave Matthews will be the featured speaker at Monticello's 51st annual Independence Day Celebration and Naturalization Ceremony. Thomas Jefferson Foundation president Leslie Greene Bowman says in a news release that Mathews is an advocate for human rights and the ideal person to inspire new citizens. Matthews was born in ...
Retired Gen. Tommy Franks enjoys Okla. retirement
After coordinating America's invasion of Afghanistan and Iraq, retired Gen. Tommy Franks wanted change of pace for his retirement in southwest Oklahoma. The former commander of the U.S. Central Command was born in Wynnewood and has always had strong ties to his home state, even after he left Oklahoma when ...
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