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October 06, 2009
Letterman’s apologies bring big night in ratings
David Letterman’s apology to his wife and staff members means another big ratings night.
Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular begins Thursday
The Jack-O-Lanterns are coming to Roger Williams Park Zoo.
Polanski loses first round in extradition battle
Roman Polanski will likely spend at least the next few weeks behind bars.
Look At This! Balloon ride, elephant honored
A frightening hot air balloon ride, the catch that didn’t get away and a special elephant honored.
1,725-pound pumpkin takes top prize
A teacher from Ohio has won top honors in a pumpkin-growing contest with a 1,725-pound behemoth that could land worldwide bragging rights.
October 05, 2009
Letterman apologizes to wife on Monday’s show
David Letterman says his wife, Regina Lasko, has been “horribly hurt” by his behavior.
Big E fair draws record crowds
A calorie-packed cheeseburger plays a role in drawing 1.26 million people to The Big E this year.
Suspect’s lawyer says Letterman ‘manipulates’
A CBS News producer is accused of trying to extort $2 million from David Letterman.
RI has two $10,000 Powerball winners
The PowerBall jackpot was hit in Florida on Saturday but Rhode Island still had two big winners.
October 03, 2009
Latin film festival brings Cuba to Providence
The 17th Annual Providence Latin American Film Festival wraps up Sunday with a full slate of movies.
Letterman is target of the kind of jokes he tells
Late-night hosts didn’t waste a moment poking fun at the troubles of one of their own, after a CBS newsman was charged with trying to blackmail David Letterman for $2 million.
October 02, 2009
Powerball jackpot reaches $193M
It may be a good weekend to try your luck at Powerball.
CBS employee pleads not guilty in Letterman plot
A CBS News employee is accused of trying to extort $2 million from David Letterman.
October 01, 2009
AP Exclusive: Autopsy shows Jackson was healthy
An autopsy report obtained by the AP shows Michael Jackson was relatively healthy.
Look At This! Dramatic Rescue, Gator Hunter
A dramatic rescue in the Bronx, 5-year-old gator hunter and Benjamin Franklin.
September 29, 2009
‘Young Frankenstein’ opens national tour at PPAC
Dr. Frankenstein and his creation hit the boards in Providence.
Polanski asks Swiss court to free him from custody
Roman Polanski’s lawyers file a motion in court asking that he be released.
Look At This! 911 surprise call, crazy burger
A terrifying bridge climb, a 911 operator’s surprise call, and a crazy burger!
TLC’s ‘Jon & Kate’ is soon to be ‘Kate Plus Eight’
The renamed show will focus on Kate’s role as a single mother.
Interactive: 50 Years of Twilight Zone
An interactive quiz celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Twilight Zone television show.
September 28, 2009
‘Survivor’ winner asks to finish sentence at home
Richard Hatch is appealing a judge’s decision to keep him in prison until the end of his sentence for tax evasion.
Lawyer: Polanski will fight extradition to the US
Roman Polanski’s lawyer says the director is in “fighting mood” after his arrest in a sex case from 32 years ago.
Buffett schedules Mohegan Sun show
Jimmy Buffett is coming to Connecticut.
Jackson films sells out screenings worldwide
The Michael Jackson music documentary is selling out theaters around the world.
Look At This! Gas Attack, Smart Horse
A reporter hit by a tear gas attack, one smart horse and a manatee’s new lease on life!
September 27, 2009
William Safire, speechwriter, NY columnist, dies
William Safire, the conservative columnist and word warrior who feared no politician or corner of the English language, died Sunday at age 79.
‘Meatballs’ sticks to movie menu top with $24.6M
Movie fans line up for a second helping of “Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs.“
‘Saturday Night Live’ starts season with F-bomb
Newcomber Jenny Slate let the dreaded word slip during a parody of a talk show by biker women.
September 25, 2009
Patriots, RI Lottery team up for scratch game
A $5 wager could win you New England Patriots tickets or as much as $100,000.
‘Harry Potter’ author JK Rowling joins Twitter
The real J.K. Rowling has come to Twitter.
