Stories tagged with "nbc"

Watch It: Belichick aide topples cameraman by sthien

* Note to readers: “Watch It” is an occasional feature highlighting a popular news video on YouTube and the story behind it. * It was a shove seen by millions around the world,... – Nov 16, 2009 at 2:46 PM in

Tonight's Letterman show has Indy focus by Cathy Kightlinger

David Letterman will be talking about his Hoosier roots on tonight’s show. Seems Letterman (who was in Broad Ripple High School’s Class of 1965 and regularly refers to... – Nov 13, 2009 at 3:46 PM in Entertainment

Report: Grilled cheese not a fave at Avon school by Gretchen Becker

An Avon elementary school student is one of 16 semi-finalists in a “Today” show Kid Reporter contest. Pine Tree Elementary student Jenna Ruiz was one of four finalists... – Oct 26, 2009 at 10:55 AM in Hendricks County

With shoe on other foot, Carpenter cries foul by indystar

I just finished the newest tirade from Dan Carpenter (“Mighty oaks of umbrage,” Sept. 23). Does this man ever get it? ACORN is the subject of more than two dozen... – Sep 27, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Letters to the editor

Columbus firefighter is contestant on 'Biggest Loser' by Barb Berggoetz

Columbus firefighter is contestant on ‘Biggest Loser’ Allen Smith was addicted to food. At 325 pounds, the Columbus firefighter feared he couldn’t do his job well... – Sep 26, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Health & Fitness

New health center honors city native, ex-NBC anchor by Diana Penner

Nationally known journalist and Indianapolis native Jane Pauley today helped officially open a health clinic named for her at a school in her old neighborhood. The Jane Pauley... – Sep 23, 2009 at 3:27 PM in Health & Fitness

New Castle honors Rory, Frisbee partner by indystar

New Castle — In front of 500 supporters Thursday, the most famous dog in New Castle got to strut his stuff. Tony Hoard, owner and television partner of Rory, doesn’t... – Sep 11, 2009 at 12:00 AM in News

'SNL' adds 2 performers for fall season by USA Today

NEW YORK — Saturday Night Live will begin its fall season with two new cast members.A person close to the show confirmed that Jenny Slate and Nasim Pedrad have joined the... – Sep 03, 2009 at 2:07 PM in Entertainment

Today in history by indystar

On this date: In 1888, Mary Ann Nichols, the apparent first victim of “Jack the Ripper,” was found slain in London’s East End. In 1935, President Franklin D.... – Aug 31, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Living

Emily Blunt and John Krasinski are engaged by USA Today

To view this presentation, you need to install the Flash plug-in GET IT NOW LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Office star John Krasinski and The Devil Wears Prada star Emily... – Aug 28, 2009 at 3:36 PM in Entertainment

AE Television to acquire Lifetime by USA Today

LOS ANGELES (AP) — AE Television Networks says it is acquiring Lifetime Entertainment Services, bringing the home of Project Runway into a stable of channels that includes AE... – Aug 27, 2009 at 2:38 PM in Entertainment

Alec Baldwin passing on challenge to Lieberman by USA Today

To view this presentation, you need to install the Flash plug-in GET IT NOW HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — A spokesman for Alec Baldwin says the actor has no plans to... – Aug 24, 2009 at 3:06 PM in Entertainment

Notre Dame faces scheduling challenges with 7-4-1 format by indystar

SOUTH BEND, Ind. — Nevada, Washington, Washington State and Connecticut aren’t exactly a murderer’s row. They are all playing Notre Dame this year, however, and... – Aug 21, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Notre Dame

Notre Dame faces scheduling challenges with 7-4-1 format by indystar

SOUTH BEND, Ind. — Nevada, Washington, Washington State and Connecticut aren’t exactly a murderer’s row. They are all playing Notre Dame this year, however, and... – Aug 20, 2009 at 8:29 PM in Notre Dame

NBC signs deal to air more live U.S. gymnastics by USA Today

DALLAS (AP) — USA Gymnastics has signed a deal to air its biggest events on NBC and cable partner Universal Sports through 2012.Wednesday's agreement, combined with domestic... – Aug 12, 2009 at 6:37 PM in Entertainment

Critic's Corner Wednesday by USA Today

E-mail Robert Bianco at rbianco@usatoday.com•If you're willing to suspend disbelief and give in to the silliness, Bones(Fox, 8 ET/PT) offers one of its most... – Aug 11, 2009 at 10:36 PM in Entertainment

They keep talking, and talking, and talking... by USA Today

Some stars don't know when to stop talking. See how much you know about these chatty celebs. To view this presentation, you need to install the Flash plug-in GET IT NOW... – Aug 11, 2009 at 8:50 PM in Entertainment

Kate Gosselin: Divorce would have happened, TV or not by USA Today

To view this presentation, you need to install the Flash plug-in GET IT NOW NEW YORK (AP) — Kate Gosselin said her marriage to Jon would have failed whether or it... – Aug 10, 2009 at 12:50 PM in Entertainment

Critic's Corner Weekend by USA Today

E-mail Robert Bianco at rbianco@usatoday.com•Two of cable's most popular series, USA's Monk (tonight 9 ET/PT) and Psych (10 ET/PT), return for a late-summer run.... – Aug 07, 2009 at 3:58 AM in Entertainment

Susan Boyle: Fame is like 'giant demolition ball' by USA Today

To view this presentation, you need to install the Flash plug-in GET IT NOW NEW YORK (AP) — Susan Boyle says sudden fame hit her like a "giant demolition ball."The... – Jul 21, 2009 at 4:09 PM in Entertainment