Jim Nabors, TV's homespun Gomer Pyle and singer, dies at 87

Jim Nabors, TV's homespun Gomer Pyle and singer, dies at 87

Jim Nabors, the Alabama-born comic actor who starred as TV’s dim but good-hearted Southern rube Gomer Pyle and constantly surprised audiences with his twang-free operatic singing voice, died Thursday. He was 87.

Jim Nabors, the Alabama-born comic actor who starred as TV’s dim but good-hearted Southern rube Gomer Pyle and constantly surprised audiences with his twang-free operatic singing voice, died Thursday. He was 87.

Matt Lauer on sexual assault allegations: 'I am truly sorry'

Matt Lauer on sexual assault allegations: 'I am truly sorry'

Matt Lauer issued a statement in wake of his firing from the "Today" show, which was announced on Wednesday following a "detailed complaint" of sexual misconduct against the news anchor. More women have since spoken out about Lauer's alleged inappropriate behavior.

Matt Lauer issued a statement in wake of his firing from the "Today" show, which was announced on Wednesday following a "detailed complaint" of sexual misconduct against the news anchor. More women have since spoken out about Lauer's alleged inappropriate behavior.

Garrison Keillor fired over alleged inappropriate behavior during 'A Prairie Home Companion'

Garrison Keillor fired over alleged inappropriate behavior during 'A Prairie Home Companion'

Garrison Keillor has been fired by Minnesota Public Radio “after recently learning of allegations of inappropriate behavior with an individual who worked with him.” MPR learned of the alleged behavior last month, which stemmed from his time with the production of the long-running live radio series “A Prairie Home Companion.”

Garrison Keillor has been fired by Minnesota Public Radio “after recently learning of allegations of inappropriate behavior with an individual who worked with him.” MPR learned of the alleged behavior last month, which stemmed from his time with the production of the long-running live radio series “A Prairie Home Companion.”

Jennifer Lopez performing in Minneapolis on Super Bowl Eve

Jennifer Lopez performing in Minneapolis on Super Bowl Eve

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- Global superstar Jennifer Lopez will perform in Minneapolis on the eve of the Super Bowl, adding to a growing list of big-name performers descending upon the Twin Cities for the big game. 

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- Global superstar Jennifer Lopez will perform in Minneapolis on the eve of the Super Bowl, adding to a growing list of big-name performers descending upon the Twin Cities for the big game. 

Touring the Sculpture Garden by snowshoe

Touring the Sculpture Garden by snowshoe

This winter the Walker is breaking out the hot cocoa, snowshoe tours and saunas.

This winter the Walker is breaking out the hot cocoa, snowshoe tours and saunas.

Contestant from South Africa wins Miss Universe crown

Contestant from South Africa wins Miss Universe crown

LAS VEGAS (AP) - The woman representing South Africa won the Miss Universe crown Sunday. Demi-Leigh Nel-Peters, who recently earned a business management degree, was crowned during the event at The AXIS theater at Planet Hollywood casino-resort on the Las Vegas Strip. The runner-up was Miss Colombia Laura Gonzalez, while the second runner-up was Miss Jamaica Davina Bennett.

LAS VEGAS (AP) - The woman representing South Africa won the Miss Universe crown Sunday. Demi-Leigh Nel-Peters, who recently earned a business management degree, was crowned during the event at The AXIS theater at Planet Hollywood casino-resort on the Las Vegas Strip. The runner-up was Miss Colombia Laura Gonzalez, while the second runner-up was Miss Jamaica Davina Bennett.

Macy's parade rolls on with balloons, bands, security

Macy's parade rolls on with balloons, bands, security

The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade marched, rolled and soared in traditional style Thursday as police went all-out to secure it in a year marked by attacks on outdoor gathering spots. With new faces and old favorites in the lineup, the Americana extravaganza made its way through 2 ½ miles (3.22 kilometers) of Manhattan on a cold morning.

The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade marched, rolled and soared in traditional style Thursday as police went all-out to secure it in a year marked by attacks on outdoor gathering spots. With new faces and old favorites in the lineup, the Americana extravaganza made its way through 2 ½ miles (3.22 kilometers) of Manhattan on a cold morning.

You will only get to meet Santa by appointment at Macy's

You will only get to meet Santa by appointment at Macy's

You’re going to need a reservation in order to find out if you made it on the naughty or nice list!

You’re going to need a reservation in order to find out if you made it on the naughty or nice list!

'Partridge Family' star David Cassidy dead at 67

'Partridge Family' star David Cassidy dead at 67

David Cassidy, the 'Partridge Family' heartthrob who sold millions of records and became the fantasy of millions of girls, has died in a Florida hospital after his organs failed, according to TMZ.

David Cassidy, the 'Partridge Family' heartthrob who sold millions of records and became the fantasy of millions of girls, has died in a Florida hospital after his organs failed, according to TMZ.

CBS fires Charlie Rose, PBS halts his show following allegations

CBS fires Charlie Rose, PBS halts his show following allegations

UPDATE - CBS News has fired Charlie Rose following sexual misconduct allegations: http://bit.ly/2zW0GR5 Charlie Rose is the latest public figure to be felled by sexual misconduct allegations, with PBS halting distribution of his nightly interview show and CBS News suspending him Monday following a Washington Post report with the accusations of eight women.

UPDATE - CBS News has fired Charlie Rose following sexual misconduct allegations: http://bit.ly/2zW0GR5 Charlie Rose is the latest public figure to be felled by sexual misconduct allegations, with PBS halting distribution of his nightly interview show and CBS News suspending him Monday following a Washington Post report with the accusations of eight women.

'Touched by an Angel' actress Della Reese has died at age 86

'Touched by an Angel' actress Della Reese has died at age 86

Della Reese, the actress and gospel-influenced singer who in middle age found her greatest fame as Tess, the wise angel in the long-running television drama 'Touched by an Angel,' has died at age 86.

Della Reese, the actress and gospel-influenced singer who in middle age found her greatest fame as Tess, the wise angel in the long-running television drama 'Touched by an Angel,' has died at age 86.

AC/DC founding guitarist Malcolm Young dead at 64

AC/DC founding guitarist Malcolm Young dead at 64

Malcolm Young, rock guitarist who co-founded the band AC/DC with his brother Angus, has died. He was 64. A statement from the band said Young had been suffering from dementia for several years and passed away peacefully with his family by his bedside.

Malcolm Young, rock guitarist who co-founded the band AC/DC with his brother Angus, has died. He was 64. A statement from the band said Young had been suffering from dementia for several years and passed away peacefully with his family by his bedside.