25 race horses killed by Southern California wildfire

Approximately 25 race horses were killed when a wildfire engulfed about eight barns at a training center in northeast San Diego County, the California Horse Racing Board said. Other horses that were in surrounding pastures remained unaccounted for.

Snow day! South Texas gets rare snowfall

Frigid temperatures behind a cold front combined with moisture off the Gulf of Mexico have yielded a rare snowfall in many parts of South and Southeast Texas.

Suit up: Buffalo Bills need stadium snow-shovelers

Hey Buffalo fans, the Bills need you to hit the field – with a snow shovel.  The team put out the call for help to clear the field of snow in time for Sunday’s game against the Colts.

Big cat sneaks up on hunter in Big Cypress Natl. Preserve

While he was hunting deer in the Bear Island area of the Big Cypress National Preserve, Fred Lehman captured a rare sight.

Tractor trailer carrying vodka overturns, closes I-95 ramp

An overturned tractor trailer closed a busy exit ramp on the border of Northeast Philadelphia and Bucks County Thursday morning.

Baby alligator helped across roadway by Polk deputy

A baby alligator was lucky a Polk County sheriff's deputy was nearby when it decided to cross a busy Lakeland roadway. 

Santa Claus with `naughty' and `nice' tattoos must tone it down

A beloved Santa with "naughty" tattooed on one arm and "nice" tattooed on the other has been asked to tone down his typically goofy poses at the Oxford Valley Mall.

Waters Ave. Chick-fil-A wows with annual light display

Chick-fil-A on Waters Avenue has once again put up a magical Christmas lights display, drawing holiday enthusiasts from far and wide.

NASA's most requested photo, the ‘Blue Marble', turns 45

It’s an iconic photo of our home planet: The wispy white clouds and ice caps swirling with the blues and tans of the land and sea – all standing in stark contrast to the blackness of space.  But you may not know the full story behind this unique view of Earth.

Christmas tree lit on lawn of U.S. Capitol

The Christmas tree at the U.S. Capitol is decked and ready to be lit during a ceremony led by Speaker of the House Paul D. Ryan Wednesday, December 6.

Cheesecake Factory offers free slice and delivery in December

If you love the Cheesecake Factory but prefer eating in instead of dining out, the restaurant chain has a sweet deal for you.

Taco Bell rolls out french fry-stuffed burrito

Taco Bell has been teasing the masses with the possibility of french fries since November, but now that reality seems closer than ever.

Mom throws newborn, breaks his skull, during heated argument, police say

A 3-week-old baby suffered a fractured skull after his mother, 24, threw him at his father’s feet during a heated argument, police said.

Lady Gaga helps pay off families' layaways

Superstar Lady Gaga is in the Tampa Bay area for a concert and is helping out a lot of families for the holidays before tonight's show.

Shark swims close to oblivious Florida beachgoers

A shark was swimming close to shore and even closer to Miami beachgoers who seemed to have no idea.

Do you dare to try Burger King's new 'Flamin Hot Mac n' Cheetos' ?

Burger King is bringing back their ever so popular Mac' n Cheetos 'portable snack mashup', but with a Flamin' Hot twist!

NBC News fires Matt Lauer over inappropriate sexual behavior

“Today” show co-host Matt Lauer has been fired from NBC due to inappropriate sexual behavior in the workplace.