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Viral video: Woman makes amazing hockey goal, wins truck

2011-12-22T14:40:42-05:00

Some folks are calling it a "miracle on ice." A 59-year-old woman who had never held a hockey stick made a nearly impossible goal, sending a puck into a tiny opening to win a brand new truck.

Gift card givers, beware: 6 tips to protect your purchase

2011-12-13T11:41:22-05:00

Many shoppers looking for a simple, easy present for friends and family this holiday season will turn to gift cards, letting the recipient do the shopping at their favorite store or restaurant. But the Better Business Bureau says consumer complaints about gift cards are on the rise, and buyers need to beware of potential pitfalls.

Va. Tech locks down after officer, 1 other killed

2011-12-08T15:49:38-05:00

A man killed a police officer and another person after a traffic stop Thursday at Virginia Tech, sending a shudder through campus as students and faculty were told to stay inside and police searched for the gunman, school officials said.

Throwing a holiday party? How to entertain on a budget

2011-12-06T15:42:45-05:00

In case you're hosting one or more holiday parties this year, here are some ways to keep your costs at a minimum, all while managing the inevitable last-minute stress.

It's Rudolph by a nose: Mysterious elf alters deer crossing signs

2011-12-05T08:39:19-05:00

Someone — vandal, elf or imp — has added a little holiday cheer to many of the deer-crossing signs posted in Limestone County: A small red reflector on the tip of the deer silhouette’s nose.

VIDEO: 74-foot spruce shines in Rockefeller Center

2011-12-01T10:56:06-05:00

The Rockefeller Center Christmas tree was set aglow on Wednesday night, putting a spotlight on a small-town spruce from Pennsylvania and ringing in the holiday season.

This year's top 10 video games (with holiday savings!)

2011-12-01T10:55:02-05:00

For gamers, 2011 has been a savory year: rich with triple-A releases, fervently anticipated sequels and a few new franchises that are set to take off in 2012 and beyond. Herein, you’ll find a list of the top 10 most popular titles released this year. We scoured the Internet for the best holiday pricing on each.

Black Friday store hours for major retailers

2011-11-23T13:23:14-05:00

Shoppers planning to take advantage of Black Friday deals better start resting now, because many stores are opening earlier than ever.

Viral video: Kids cover living room in flour

2011-11-22T13:57:23-05:00

There's no question toddlers are capable of making some serious messes, and the latest viral video making the rounds on YouTube claims to show an award-winning mess made by two boys and a bag of flour.

So much turkey! Thanksgiving by the numbers

2011-11-21T10:43:12-05:00

This Thanksgiving, millions of Americans will gather to eat, celebrate and give thanks. The U.S. Census Bureau has put the holiday in perspective with some key facts and figures about Turkey Day and all its trimmings.