Burt Reynolds, star of film, TV and tabloids, dead at 82
NEW YORK (AP) - Burt Reynolds, the handsome film and television star known for his acclaimed performances in "Deliverance" and "Boogie Nights" and for an active off-screen life which included relationships with Loni Anderson, Sally Field and Dinah Shore, has died at age 82. His death was confirmed Thursday by his agent Todd Eisner, who did not immediately have further details.
NEW YORK (AP) - Burt Reynolds, the handsome film and television star known for his acclaimed performances in "Deliverance" and "Boogie Nights" and for an active off-screen life which included relationships with Loni Anderson, Sally Field and Dinah Shore, has died at age 82. His death was confirmed Thursday by his agent Todd Eisner, who did not immediately have further details.
Inquest: Cranberries singer O'Riordan drowned after drinking
The Cranberries singer Dolores O'Riordan accidentally drowned in a bathtub after drinking, a coroner's inquest concluded Thursday.
The Cranberries singer Dolores O'Riordan accidentally drowned in a bathtub after drinking, a coroner's inquest concluded Thursday.
Lifeline in DeKalb County offers free adoptions this month
It has been almost a month since crews with DeKalb County Animal Services were called to a home where they seized more than 80 cats.
It has been almost a month since crews with DeKalb County Animal Services were called to a home where they seized more than 80 cats.
Toyota recalls more than a million hybrids worldwide
Toyota is announcing a major voluntary recall of some of more than a million of its hybrid vehicles worldwide due to a fire risk.
Toyota is announcing a major voluntary recall of some of more than a million of its hybrid vehicles worldwide due to a fire risk.
Armwrestling championship held in Atlanta
It was fierce competition with fans watching from around the world Wednesday night in Atlanta.
It was fierce competition with fans watching from around the world Wednesday night in Atlanta.
Atlanta Humane Society takes in animals evacuated from Gulf Coast
The Atlanta Humane Society took 35 dogs from Mississippi after they were evacuated just ahead of Gordon’s landfall.
The Atlanta Humane Society took 35 dogs from Mississippi after they were evacuated just ahead of Gordon’s landfall.
Tyler Perry offers former 'Cosby' star Geoffrey Owens a job
Tyler Perry has offered former "Cosby Show" star Geoffrey Owens a job after photos of him working at a grocery store showed up on news sites.
Tyler Perry has offered former "Cosby Show" star Geoffrey Owens a job after photos of him working at a grocery store showed up on news sites.
Football referee fired after incident with 5-year-old boy
Parents are outraged after an incident involving an adult referee and a 5-year-old boy during a little league football tournament.
Parents are outraged after an incident involving an adult referee and a 5-year-old boy during a little league football tournament.
Soldiers bring piece of UGA, Atlanta to Iraq base
Some soldiers from Georgia stationed in Iraq are supporting their home team and hometown.
Some soldiers from Georgia stationed in Iraq are supporting their home team and hometown.
Teen's heart beats on through foundation
It's been one year since former Archer High School football standout Nick Blakely died of a heart attack. The 19 year old was at football practice at Stetson University when he went into sudden cardiac arrest.
It's been one year since former Archer High School football standout Nick Blakely died of a heart attack. The 19 year old was at football practice at Stetson University when he went into sudden cardiac arrest.
FDA investigating multi-state outbreak of salmonella infections linked to Kellogg's Honey Smacks
The FDA, CDC, along with state and local officials are investigating a multi-state outbreak of Salmonella Mbandaka infections linked to Kellogg's Honey Smacks sweetened puffed wheat cereal.
The FDA, CDC, along with state and local officials are investigating a multi-state outbreak of Salmonella Mbandaka infections linked to Kellogg's Honey Smacks sweetened puffed wheat cereal.
Viking Cruises bans children, says clients want kid-free vacations
Those looking to take family fun to the high seas can no longer look to Viking River Cruises, as the line has quietly announced that individuals under age 18 will no longer be permitted onboard for future trips.
Those looking to take family fun to the high seas can no longer look to Viking River Cruises, as the line has quietly announced that individuals under age 18 will no longer be permitted onboard for future trips.
Terrifying video shows child riding through traffic on tricycle
Dashcam video shows the terrifying moments a small child on a tricycle biked into traffic in Southern California.
Dashcam video shows the terrifying moments a small child on a tricycle biked into traffic in Southern California.
Deputy smashes window to rescue child in hot car
When a Florida sheriff's deputy was alerted to a toddler inside a hot car -- engine off, windows up and doors locked -- he knew he had to take action.
When a Florida sheriff's deputy was alerted to a toddler inside a hot car -- engine off, windows up and doors locked -- he knew he had to take action.
Buckingham Palace plays R.E.S.P.E.C.T. to honor Aretha Franklin
On the same day that the Queen of Soul is being laid to rest in Detroit, the men who guard the Queen of London played their own tribute to Aretha Franklin.
On the same day that the Queen of Soul is being laid to rest in Detroit, the men who guard the Queen of London played their own tribute to Aretha Franklin.
All GoFundMe money is gone, says attorney for Johnny Bobbitt
A couple who raised more than $400,000 for a homeless man after he used his last $20 to fill up the gas tank of a stranded motorist in Philadelphia was ordered to turn over the remaining funds. The only problem? There’s nothing left, according to the man’s attorney.
A couple who raised more than $400,000 for a homeless man after he used his last $20 to fill up the gas tank of a stranded motorist in Philadelphia was ordered to turn over the remaining funds. The only problem? There’s nothing left, according to the man’s attorney.
Stolen ruby slippers from 'Wizard of Oz' recovered in sting operation
A pair of ruby slippers used in "The Wizard of Oz" and later stolen from a Minnesota museum were recovered in a sting operation after a man approached the shoes' insurer and said he could help get them back, the FBI said Tuesday.
A pair of ruby slippers used in "The Wizard of Oz" and later stolen from a Minnesota museum were recovered in a sting operation after a man approached the shoes' insurer and said he could help get them back, the FBI said Tuesday.
Colin Kaepernick appears in provocative Nike ad
A stunning and simple image of former San Francisco 49er Colin Kaepernick emerged on Labor Day -- his solemn face starting in a black-and-white Nike ad with these poignant words: "Believe in something. Even if it means sacrificing everything."
A stunning and simple image of former San Francisco 49er Colin Kaepernick emerged on Labor Day -- his solemn face starting in a black-and-white Nike ad with these poignant words: "Believe in something. Even if it means sacrificing everything."
Dunkin' Donuts accidentally sends Eagles World Champion cups to New England stores
Dunkin’ Donuts accidentally trolled itself, and Patriots fans, when a shipping mistake lead to New England customers receiving their iced beverages in Philadelphia Eagles World Champion cups
Dunkin’ Donuts accidentally trolled itself, and Patriots fans, when a shipping mistake lead to New England customers receiving their iced beverages in Philadelphia Eagles World Champion cups
Slain Capital Gazette sports reporter's ashes spread at Nats Park
The widow of a slain Maryland newspaper reporter has spread his ashes at Nationals Park.
The widow of a slain Maryland newspaper reporter has spread his ashes at Nationals Park.