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CBS 'Under the Dome' Will Pay Homage to 'The Simpsons'?

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Thu, 02 May 2013 03:40:29 +0000

The moment CBS announced it would take Stephen King's 2009 thriller 'Under the Dome' to series, certain fans rallied behind a cry of "Simpsons did it" given that the 2007 feature-length adaptation of America's favorite animated family featured a similarly domed premise. Both domes proved mere coincidence, with a 2010 'Simpsons' episode even addressing the similarity, but how will CBS' upcoming summer series pay homage to 'The Simpsons' in turn?

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'The Big Bang Theory' Sneak Peek: Bob Newhart is "Professor Proton"

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 20:11:24 +0000

A few weeks ago, we learned that CBS' highest-rated sitcom 'The Big Bang Theory' had a major bit of sitcom history in its corner, as famed comedian and 'Newhart' star Bob Newhart had signed on for a guest appearance portraying one of Sheldon's childhood heroes. Now, the first images of Newhart on set as "Professor Proton" have arrived, while new talk suggests the character could return in the show's seventh season! Get a sneak peek of "The Proton Resurgence" inside!

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CBS 'Under the Dome': First Footage of the Stephen King-Adapted Series

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 18:04:04 +0000

Folks may be abuzz with all the spring finales and premieres, but upcoming CBS summer event 'Under the Dome' will really have everyone talking. The new 13-episode series adapting Stephen King's book of the same name will premiere on June 24, but what mysteries cause a mysterious dome to appear out of nowhere and cut off a small town from the outside world? Find out in the first-look trailer for CBS 'Under the Dome!'

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10 Funniest Top Ten Lists Delivered By Athletes on 'The Late Show'

Danny Groner — Sat, 23 Mar 2013 18:20:42 +0000

Athletes who transcend their sports or help win a big game have the rare opportunity to cash in on the entertainment circuit. For some, that means getting the call to come read the 'Top Ten' on 'The Late Show with David Letterman

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'Harry Potter's Rupert Grint to Become CBS' 'Super Clyde'

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 23:00:38 +0000

Redheaded 'Harry Potter' franchise star Rupert Grint might have grown up playing one of modern literature's greatest sidekicks, but that isn't stopping the former Ron Weasley from breaking out as a leading man, and a superhero in his own right. Following the close of the billion-dollar film franchise, Rupert Grint's next major project will take him to CBS as the leading man of upcoming single-camera comedy pilot 'Super Clyde,' but will he prove up to the task? Get the scoop on 'Super Clyde' inside!

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Former Miami Dolphin Quarterback Dan Marino Admits That He Fathered A Child With CBS Sports Production Assistant

Kristine Bellino — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 15:46:39 +0000

Former Miami Dolphins quarterback and Super Bowl Sunday correspondent Dan Marino is confirming that he had a relationship with a CBS Sports production assistant that led to the birth of a daughter, Chloe, back in 2005.

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Former Miami Dolphin Quarterback Dan Marino Admits That He Fathered A Child With CBS Sports Production Assistant

Kristine Bellino — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 15:44:20 +0000

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Minnesota Photographer Dies After Falling Down Smokestack In Chicago

Kristine Bellino — Thu, 13 Dec 2012 17:36:48 +0000

Chicago, IL (WIBX) - A Minnesota photographer is dead after falling down a smokestack at the InterContinental Hotel in Chicago, Illinois.

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'The Big Bang Theory' Preview: Will Sheldon Accept "The Santa Simulation?"

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Thu, 13 Dec 2012 01:30:05 +0000

As fans of 'The Big Bang Theory' well know there are one or two things about society that egghead Dr. Sheldon Cooper (Jim Parsons) finds a trifle superfluous. Yet you'd think for all the childish pursuits he and his fellow 'Big Bang Theory' nerds undertake, he'd be a bit more open to the magic of Christmas. Will the latest episode of CBS' mega-hit comedy "The Santa Simulation" find a way to change his mind? Check out a sneak peek inside to find out!

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Local Townsquare Media Stations Pay Homage To Angus T. Jones' Comments On Filth

Kristine Bellino — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 19:49:59 +0000

Marcy, NY (WIBX) - WIBX's sister stations, Big Frog 104, Lite 98.7, and Oldiez 96.1 recently took a cue from a news story posted earlier this week about Two and a Half Men star Angus T. Jones.

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'Two and A Half Men' Star Angus T. Jones Finds Religion, Calls the Show "Filth"

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Mon, 26 Nov 2012 16:11:20 +0000

While we make no personal habit of watching CBS' decade-long powerhouse 'Two and a Half Men,' there's no denying the absurd amount of popularity the former Charlie Sheen-fronted series has achieved in its day. That popularity hasn't always come easily, as recent years saw controversy with series star Charlie Sheen and creator Chuck Lorre explode into the media, but now it seems an all-new development with series star Angus T. Jones has stoked the fires all over again. Could Jones' new-found proclamation of religion put an end to 'Two and a Half Men?'

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Andy Rooney Says Goodbye to 60 Minutes

Branden Block — Mon, 03 Oct 2011 04:01:48 +0000

Image Courtesy CBS News New York, NY (WIBX) -After 33 years, legendary broadcaster Andy Rooney delivered his last regularly scheduled commentary on last night’s “60 Minutes.” The 92-year-old began his essays on the news magazine show back in 1978, with reflections about death statistics and car accidents. In more than a thousand broadcast editorials, Rooney [...]