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Homeless: Tiny Asheville Bench Designed to Move Us

10:36 AM, Jun 18, 2013

After two decades, the "Marketplace" station of the Urban Trail in downtown Asheville is getting an overhaul. And it's partly, if not mostly, because that 6-foot park bench had become a congregating spot for the homeless.

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Watermelon Oreos Are Latest Limited Edition Flavor

10:15 AM, Jun 17, 2013

The latest limited edition Oreo is perfect for summer. Photos of Watermelon Oreos are popping up on blogs, proving the odd-flavored cookies exist.

No Joke: Jester Wanted at Austrian Hotel

10:10 AM, Jun 17, 2013

It's no joke. An Austrian hotel is advertising for a modern-day court fool, who is communicative, extroverted, musical, creative and imaginative.

Police: Ariz. Bus Driver Caught Punching Passenger

10:06 AM, Jun 17, 2013

Police say a Phoenix bus driver was caught on cellphone video repeatedly punching a passenger and slamming the man's head against a bench.

Jawbone in Ind. Could Be from Missing City Founder

9:44 AM, Jun 17, 2013

"One of his sons claimed to have gone out hunting and that he actually shot an Indian who was wearing (Pogue's) clothes," Vicki Casteel said. "(Nowland) thinks the guy just made the whole story up.

Bear with Head Stuck in Jar is Rescued in Pa.

3:08 PM, Jun 15, 2013

Four central Pennsylvania residents say they rescued a young bear whose head had been stuck in a plastic jar for at least 11 days.

91-Year-Old Sets Age-Group Weightlifting Record

4:39 PM, Jun 14, 2013

Sy Perlis of Surprise set the World Association of Benchers and Deadlifters record for bench press in the 90-and-over age division when he benched 187.2 pounds at the National Bench Push-Pull Press and Dead Lift Championships Saturday in Phoenix.

Fla. Man Stabs Brother Over Missing Mac and Cheese

2:14 PM, Jun 14, 2013

Authorities say two Florida brothers got into a tussle over missing macaroni and cheese that ended with one stabbing the other in the stomach.

Robert Downey Jr. Calms Boy Upset At Not Seeing Iron Man

1:50 PM, Jun 14, 2013

Robert Downey Jr. may not be a real superhero, but he sure acted like one for a little Massachusetts boy.

'Image of Jesus' Found on Ariz. Airport Floor

1:13 PM, Jun 14, 2013

Apparently, some think a smudge in the Lord's image has appeared on the floor near the security checkpoints at Terminal 3.

Boston Woman Pays $560,000 for 2 Parking Spots

1:05 PM, Jun 14, 2013

Parking is such a precious commodity in Boston that one woman was willing to pay $560,000 for two off-street spaces near her home.

Whey from NY's Greek Yogurt Used to Produce Power

1:00 PM, Jun 14, 2013

More yogurt production has meant more whey, a watery byproduct from the process. Yogurt makers commonly ship it back to farms for use as feed and fertilizer. But whey also is being used to generate power in several places.

Fla Man Stabs Brother Over Missing Mac and Cheese

9:05 AM, Jun 14, 2013

Two brothers got into a fight over missing macaroni and cheese that ended in one getting stabbed in the stomach.

Barber Paid in Hugs is Kicked Out of Conn. Park

4:23 PM, Jun 13, 2013

Hartford officials say they ordered an 82-year-old good Samaritan out of a city park because residents were concerned about the safety and sanitation of his free haircuts to homeless people.

Woman Nearly Runs Over Dog Trainers in Calif.

4:13 PM, Jun 13, 2013

Police in a Northern California city believe a 93-year-old woman mistakenly put her car in reverse before she barreled backward down a sidewalk, narrowly missing two people training a guide dog for the blind.

Accused Bomber Asks Questions to Himself in Court

10:27 AM, Jun 13, 2013

He is accused of helping four others try to blow up the state Route 82 bridge over the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. He took the stand in his own defense just after 9 a.m.

So... You Want to Be an Alligator Trapper?

5:35 PM, Jun 12, 2013

If you would like to trap a gator, you have to apply with DNR to become a licensed nuisance alligator trapper.

Maine Woman Used Bull to Scare Off Possible Thief

3:23 PM, Jun 12, 2013

The woman walked her "black, rather large bull" to the piece of equipment and tied him to it.

Mom: Ohio Officer Shot Five Kittens in Front of Kids

2:27 PM, Jun 12, 2013

He allegedly told the homeowner that shelters were full and that the cats would be going to kitty heaven. He then pulled out his gun and shot to death the five, 8- to 10-week-old kittens.

Group Wants to Knit Cover for Pa. Warhol Bridge

12:33 PM, Jun 12, 2013

Andy Warhol's art doesn't often conjure warm and fuzzy images - but a proposed tribute to him just might.

Czechs Present Bicycle That Can Fly

12:27 PM, Jun 12, 2013

Three Czech companies have teamed up to make a prototype of an electric bicycle that successfully took off Wednesday inside an exhibition hall in Prague and landed safely after a remote-controlled, five-minute flight.

Gator Found in Backpack of Fla. Man Trying to Get High

12:22 PM, Jun 12, 2013

Four men and a juvenile were arrested Sunday on suspicion of picking mushrooms at the Little Big Econ State Forest in Seminole County to get high, and one of them had an alligator in his backpack, wildlife officials said.

Calif. Woman Finds Razor Blade in Burger King Hamburger

12:12 PM, Jun 12, 2013

The razor blade was the kind that can be bought at almost any hardware store. It had a single edge and "009-RD" etched into the side.

Admitted Macon Killer Wants to Withdraw Murder Plea

Michael Brett Kelly has filed a motion asking to take his guilty plea back, saying he acted too hastily.

5:00 PM, Jun 19, 2013

Woodstock Police Dog Found Dead in Handler's Car

A Woodstock police officer has been placed on paid administrative leave after a police dog was left in his car and died of a heat stroke.

10:12 AM, Jun 19, 2013

Cochran Police Search for Two Robbers

Police are looking for two men who allegedly robbed a convenience store in Cochran Tuesday night.

4:03 PM, Jun 19, 2013

Monroe Sheriff ID's Man in Fatal Wreck

A Conyers man died after losing control of his car and ending up pinned between two tractor trailers on I-75 in Monroe Co. last night.

3:44 PM, Jun 19, 2013

Chrysler Caves, Recalls 2.7 Million Jeeps

Affected are the 1993-2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2002-2007 Jeep Liberty SUVs.

3:09 PM, Jun 18, 2013

Bibb Homeowner and County Tangle Over Alley

Ozie Haralson and his wife Jane have owned their Napier Avenue rental home since 1984. Now they say the road behind their home is littered with debris and that the county needs to do something about it.

7:02 AM, Jun 19, 2013

Shar'bora Daniels' Death, One Year Later

A year later, the shooting death of 18-year-old Shar'bora Daniels remains unsolved.

8:54 AM, Jun 19, 2013

Police: Four Arrested for Smiley's Ice Cream Theft

Four have been arrested for allegedly stealing ice cream and drinks from Smiley's Flea Market.

4:04 PM, Jun 19, 2013

FBI Ends Hunt for Hoffa's Remains at Mich. Site

Two forensic anthropologists are on site to guide searchers and respond if bones or other signs of human remains are found.

11:04 AM, Jun 19, 2013

Chipper Jones' Roswell Home for Sale

Former Atlanta Braves great Chipper Jones has put his Roswell, Ga., house on the market for $3.19 million.

3:22 PM, Jun 18, 2013

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