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The Next CMN Miracle Home Makeover Ticket Early Bird Prizes Have Been Announced

Mark Richards — Tue, 21 May 2013 13:11:54 +0000

The 2013 edition of the Miracle Home Makeover is underway. It’s your chance to win a $100,000 home makeover. And that’s not all! If you grab a ticket early, you’ll have a chance at early bird prizes worth thousands of dollars, along with the 100,000 Miracle Home Makeover! The winners of the first batch of [...]

Watch a Television Weatherman Forced To Evacuate Live On Air As Tornado Draws Closer [VIDEO]

Mark Richards — Tue, 21 May 2013 11:16:56 +0000

Here’s something you don’t see that often, the weatherman on TV has to evacuate, because of the weather! In this video you’ll see a television weatherman forced to flee for safety in the middle his live broadcast as a huge tornado tore through downtown Wichita. A tornado headed directly for NBC-affiliate KSN in Wichita, Kansas, [...]

Thief Steals Purse, Gets Hit by Bus, Victim Assists His Rescue [VIDEO]

Mark Richards — Tue, 21 May 2013 09:32:00 +0000

A would-be robber thought he had an easy escape but moments after he snatched a woman's mobile phone, he was struck by a bus. Unbelievably, the thief only suffered minor injuries. Did karma turn its head on this one? And get this, the woman he robbed was actually the one who pulled him to safety. Now, that’s a forgiving gal.

Taylor Swift Chats With Lesley Stahl On 60 Minutes About Her Career [VIDEO]

Mark Richards — Tue, 21 May 2013 08:45:40 +0000

Did you know that music sensation Taylor Swift actually writes and sings all her own songs? She sells millions of CDs and she's just 23 years old. Taylor sat down with Lesley Stahl of 60 Minutes on CBS and disclosed some other things you may know about her.

Doors Keyboardist Ray Manzarek Has Died At The Age of 74

Mark Richards — Tue, 21 May 2013 08:39:16 +0000

The Doors were founded by Ray Manzarek and Jim Morrison in Los Angeles in 1965. When they released their debut album in 1967, they went on to be one of the most controversial and influential rock acts of the sixties. Jim Morrison's early death in Paris in 1971 only insured the legend of the band. Sadly, Doors keyboardist Ray Manzarek died yesterday (May 20th, 2013) after a "lengthy battle with bile duct cancer." He was 74.

Should This Backwards Leg Video Win "Ellen's" $10,000 Talent Contest? [VIDEO]

Mark Richards — Mon, 20 May 2013 11:14:30 +0000

Ellen DeGeneres is holding a $10,000 YouTube talent contest, and revealing the winner today (Monday May 20th 2013). This one might be the video to beat. This young lady, ‘joshea27′, posted a video where she spins her leg around 180 degrees, so it looks like it’s on backwards. Can she do it with the other [...]

Watch The WORST VIDEO EVER From The Tanning Mom [VIDEO]

Mark Richards — Mon, 20 May 2013 10:18:40 +0000

It's official, this is, in fact the worst video we have ever seen. The production quality is horrible, the song is horrible and the talent is simply the worst. Tanning Mom Patricia Krenctil made a video for the dance track she released earlier this month. Just when you thought Ice Ice Baby was the worst, this video brings overall awfulness to a whole new level.

Taylor Swift Takes Artist of the Year Honor at the 2013 Billboard Music Awards

Mark Richards — Mon, 20 May 2013 09:38:59 +0000

Taylor Swift really cleaned up at the 2013 Billboard Music Awards last night in Las Vegas. You can add 'Artist of the Year' to the list of awards that she took home.

Expect Bridge Work In Rome, Utica and Vernon This Week

Mark Richards — Mon, 20 May 2013 08:05:15 +0000
This week you can expect to see road work crews throughout Central NY. In Oneida County there are ongoing bridge work projects in New Hartford, Utica, Rome and Vernon. If you’re traveling through Rome expect continued bridge closures due to long-term rehabilitation. The following bridges will remain closed through the end of the year: • [...]

The Buffalo Bills Preview – The New GM Has Been Named

Mark Richards — Sat, 18 May 2013 15:06:57 +0000
The Buffalo Bills announced earlier this week that Doug Whaley will be the new General Manager. Doug Whaley is a Pittburgh PA native, who joined the Buffalo Bills organization as an Assistant GM in 2010. He becomes the 12th General Manager in franchise history. Bills President and CEO Russ Brandon said, “It is with great [...]

You've Got To See Rihanna's Vulgar T-Shirt

Mark Richards — Fri, 17 May 2013 09:54:07 +0000

You're going to think either, that's gross , or, that's cool, I'd wear that t-shirt. Either way, you've got to see Rihanna's vulgar t-shirt that was posted on Jezebel's website. Rihanna was photographed walking out of her hotel in New York City the other day wearing an eye-popping T-shirt.

Which American City Was Just Named the 'Laziest'?

Mark Richards — Fri, 17 May 2013 09:27:48 +0000

America has been criticized for our obesity crisis most likely because we would rather lounge on the couch instead of getting up and doing something physical. Would you like to know which American cities are lazier than others?

A Lingerie Football League Player Shakes Her Booty on the Head of the Girl She Tackled [VIDEO]

Mark Richards — Thu, 16 May 2013 10:30:32 +0000
First off, If you’ve been searching for ‘Lingerie Football’ in the TV guide and have been unsuccessful, it’s because they’ve changed to name to the “Legends Football League”. Yeah, I don’t get it either. Anyway, enjoy a video of a player, who after making a tackle, shakes her backside onto another players head. Watch a [...]

The Best Summer Jobs for Teens in Utica

Mark Richards — Thu, 16 May 2013 10:15:24 +0000
My son is 19 and desperately wants a new car. Not just a newer car, but a brand new, off the showroom floor car. We’ll, he’d better find another summer job to accomplish that. So how does a teenager here in Utica find a summer job? Where can they look? If you’re a teen or [...]

A Deer Crashes Through a Bus's Windshield, Gets Up and Tries to Jump Back Out [VIDEO]

Mark Richards — Thu, 16 May 2013 09:57:01 +0000

One of the strangest childhood memories I have was when in the sixth grade a deer jumped through our classroom window. It scurried about the classroom a bit, knocked over a couple of desks and quickly jumped out the same window. Similarly, a deer crashed through the windshield of a bus in Johnstown, Pennsylvania and the whole ordeal was caught on video.

Human Rights Activists Condemn Video Of Syrian Rebel Eating Soldier's Heart [GRAPHIC VIDEO]

Mark Richards — Wed, 15 May 2013 12:54:01 +0000
WARNING; You’re about to see the mutilation of the body of an enemy of Syria. This is a war crime. This is very disturbing video of a frightening example of Syria’s descent into sectarian violence. Buzzfeed reports; Abu Sakkar, a founder of the rebel Farouq Brigade, begins cutting apart the body of a dead Syrian [...]

Couple's Retirement Home Is Only 238 Square Feet [VIDEO]

Mark Richards — Wed, 15 May 2013 10:53:28 +0000

This Baltimore couple has decided to move out of their normal-sized home and move into a really tiny one. Greg Cantori and his wife Renee bought this 238 square foot house, that was on wheels, for only 19 grand. Now they plan to split their time living there and in a sailboat. Believe it or not, this tiny, two bedroom home includes a bathroom with a full shower, a kitchen, a fireplace, and 16 windows. Would you like to take a look inside?

Oscar Mayer Introduces Bacon Filled Hot Dogs

Mark Richards — Wed, 15 May 2013 10:22:01 +0000

Let's see, what can we add to a product filled with mechanically separated turkey, chicken, beef and pork pieces? How about bacon! Oscar Mayer has introduced five new hot dogs, one of which has bacon cooked right into it. The package does say no artificial colors, fillers, or by-products, but does disclose that additional smoke flavor has been added. Yummy!

Adopt A Pet Wednesday: Meet Rolston

Mark Richards — Wed, 15 May 2013 08:28:54 +0000

Thank you SO Central NY! We are at a 100% adoption rate for pets we feature from the Rome Humane Society. Let's keep it going by finding Rolston a home. He is an adorable, 8 1/2 month old, neutered male, tan and white pit mix pup. He is active and outgoing and full of hugs and kisses for everyone he meets.

Watch a Couple Sing For Free Gas Compliments Of The Tonight Show [VIDEO]

Mark Richards — Tue, 14 May 2013 12:08:50 +0000

What would you do for a free tank of gas? Would you sing for an announcer talking to you from a small TV screen on the gas pump? This couple did. 'Pump Gas News' could be at your gas pump next. Enjoy some great tunes from the 80s and the excitement of entertaining us from a couple that shows us what's right in the world, spontaneous fun!