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Here's A Trick That Might Help You With A Lost Wallet

J. Patrick — Wed, 22 May 2013 12:37:08 +0000

Before you lose your wallet again, make sure to try some of these hints that might get it back for you. A recent study found that you have the best chance of getting your wallet back if you have baby pictures in it. Since most of us are probably carrying those pictures on our phone [...]

Raw Video: Surveillence Video Of Mid-Michigan Animal Shelter Being Robbed [VIDEO]

Rod Prahin — Wed, 22 May 2013 10:00:21 +0000

I guess no place is off limits when it comes to robbery these days. Right? The thieves got away with donation money that would have helped care for helpless animals. Let’s make some room in that special place for the idiots that are robbing the Saginaw County Animal control facility in this video. WNEM TV [...]

Walmart Accuses Father Of Kidnapping His Three Daughters Because They Are Biracial [Video]

Steph — Wed, 22 May 2013 08:34:09 +0000

Is this a case of “better safe than sorry” or an extreme case of prejudice on the part of Walmart employees? You be the judge. A white father took his three young daughters to their local Walmart in Woodbridge, Virginia to cash a check, and when he returned home he found a police car in [...]

Tornado Survivor Finds Missing Dog During A Live CBS TV Interview [VIDEO]

Rod Prahin — Wed, 22 May 2013 07:06:45 +0000

An elderly woman was describing her home’s destruction to a CBS reporter when someone off-camera spotted something moving in the rubble. It turned out to be the woman’s dog. The woman told the reporter: ” I thought God just answered one prayer, to let me be ok. He answered both of them. Because this was my [...]

Help Miracle Child Archer Win $25,000 To Benefit Hurley Children's Hospital

Jeremy Fenech — Tue, 21 May 2013 20:40:24 +0000

“It’s where I go to forget I’m sick.” Those are the words from a Hurley Children’s Hospital miracle child regarding the hospital’s playrooms. But those rooms are in desperate need of renovations. You can help make a difference, and it only costs a few seconds of your time. During the month of May, you can [...]

Michigan Pastor Dies in Car Wreck Just Hours After His Wedding

George McIntyre — Tue, 21 May 2013 16:26:08 +0000

Jordan and Heather Costa were married Saturday, but a vehicle accident claimed his life as the couple drove to their honeymoon Sunday.

Lhaso Apso Risks Her Life To Care For And Nurse Trapped Kitten [Video]

Steph — Tue, 21 May 2013 16:11:43 +0000

Here is one of those “teachable” moments that animals are so good at handing to us humans every now and then…nurturing at its’ best! When Animal Control officer Michelle Smith responded to a call about a barking dog in Anderson, South Carolina, she expected to find something fairly routine and ordinary. As she followed the [...]

Death Toll in Oklahoma Lowered to 24; Search for Survivors Continues

Chris Chaberski — Tue, 21 May 2013 14:50:52 +0000

Officials in Oklahoma have lowered the number of deaths suffered to 24 in the massive tornado that swept through the town of Moore Monday night. Originally, the figure had been as high as 51, probably a result of double-counting.

Jay-Z Says Wife Beyonce is Not Pregnant

J. Patrick — Tue, 21 May 2013 14:15:03 +0000

The question of “is she” or “isn’t she” seems to have been answered.Jay-z is denying reports that wife Beyonce is pregnant. Speculation ramped up over the past couple of weeks after Beyonce cancelled a show due to dehydration and got very emotional at her next performance. After many congratulations went out to the couple, Jay-Z [...]

Raw Video: Family Emerges From Storm Cellar After Moore Oklahoma Tornado

George McIntyre — Tue, 21 May 2013 13:34:54 +0000

A family in Moore, Oklahoma emerges from their storm cellar to see the devastation caused by a tornado.

Red Wings Take 2-1 Series Lead – You Can Win Tickets To Thursday's Game 4

J. Patrick — Tue, 21 May 2013 12:30:28 +0000

The Detroit Red Wings are in the hunt for the Stanley Cup, and you could win tickets to see Game 4 Thursday night from U.S. Speedo and Cars 108. A win on Thursday night would put the Wings in a commanding position for the series. The 3-1 win last night at Joe Louis Arena puts the Wings up 2-1 in the series. Here is how you can win those valuable tickets from Cars 108:

What Neighborhood In Flint Is The Most Violent?

Rod Prahin — Tue, 21 May 2013 11:07:18 +0000

What neighborhood in Flint do you think is considered the most violent? The location might surprise you. According to a national ranking it is… The neighborhood east of Dort Highway between Lippincott Boulevard and Atherton Road. Do you think they got it right? That according to a website called Neighborhoodscout.com. A site that presents itself [...]

Television Anchors Forced To Evacuate Live On Air As Tornado Draws Closer [VIDEO]

Rod Prahin — Tue, 21 May 2013 10:00:17 +0000

Television anchors were forced to flee for safety in the middle of a live broadcast Sunday as a huge tornado tore through downtown Wichita.The tornado season has arrived like a lion. A tornado headed directly for NBC-affiliate KSN in Wichita, Kansas, forced the TV station to evacuate mid-broadcast. See the video below. WNEM TV 5

Oklahoma Tornado Survivor Saves Herself And Dog In Bathtub [Video]

Steph — Tue, 21 May 2013 08:21:47 +0000

As unimaginable footage of the devastation in Moore, Oklahoma is shared with the rest of the nation, stories of everyday people who become heroes in their own special way showcase our resiliency and brave spirits in times of disaster. This brave young woman named Elizabeth risked her life to get home to her beloved dog, [...]

Watch These Animals Who Love Playing in Sprinklers — Daily Distraction

Daily Distraction — Tue, 21 May 2013 08:00:47 +0000

[onescreen item="5074995"] Anyone who’s seen their dog try to drink all the water shooting out of a sprinkler knows just how mesmerizing some animals find those machines. We don’t blame them. One of the great joys of being a kid in the summertime is running through sprinklers. And there are so many different ways to [...]

Aftermath of Oklahoma Tornado in Photos

Stephanie McMaster — Tue, 21 May 2013 02:53:54 +0000

A massive tornado touched down just south of Oklahoma City on Monday, killing dozens.

At least seven of those killed were students at Plaza Towers Elementary School in Moore. The twister, which measured 2 miles at one point, has been given a preliminary classification of an EF-4 tornado (winds of 166 to 200 mph), according to weather officials.

How You Can Help Victims of the Tornado in Oklahoma

Chris Kissel — Mon, 20 May 2013 23:38:51 +0000

A huge tornado touched down just outside of Oklahoma City earlier today, causing widespread destruction and leaving behind a yet-untold number of casualties. To see how you can help those affected, see the list below. This list will continue to be updated. The Oklahoma City Red Cross You can donate to the Oklahoma City Red Cross now. [...]

CBS Pulls Tornado-Themed 'Mike & Molly' Season Finale

George McIntyre — Mon, 20 May 2013 23:20:39 +0000

Out of respect to the citizens of Oklahoma, CBS has pulled tonight's tornado-themed episode of 'Mike & Molly'.

Massive Tornado Destroys Area Near Oklahoma City; At Least 51 Killed [UPDATED]

Chris Chaberski — Mon, 20 May 2013 21:17:01 +0000

An enormous tornado with a debris cloud two miles wide tore through the metropolitan area just south of Oklahoma City on Monday afternoon.

UPDATE 9:28 p.m. EST: At least 51 people were killed in the storm, including seven children from Plaza Towers Elementary School in Moore, according to KFOR in Oklahoma City. The news station reported that 75 student and staff were inside the school when the storm struck. Officials said Monday night that the search of the rubble remaining of the school had turned to a recovery mission.

Workday 108 Trivia, Week of May 20, 2013

George McIntyre — Mon, 20 May 2013 18:18:36 +0000

Answer our Workday 108 Trivia question, and win today's prize, a three-month membership from Planet Fitness.

Once you know the answer, be sure to use it to score great Cars 108 online prizes.