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CBS up, 'Idol' down as traditional TV season ends

Thu, 23 May 2013 20:49:12 -0400

NEW YORK - CBS strengthened its dominance over the television industry this year at the same time that the unprecedented reign of "American Idol" came to a close.

Carol Burnett to win top US humor prize in DC

Tue, 21 May 2013 11:08:14 -0400

WASHINGTON - Carol Burnett, who became famous for playing a variety of characters in sketch comedy routines on her namesake television show, was named the winner of the nation's top humor prize on Tuesday.

Biden to get Pennsylvania Society medal

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 13:42:42 -0400

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania - Vice President Joe Biden, who had a boyhood home in Scranton, will receive the Pennsylvania Society's Gold Medal for Distinguished Achievement.