News Radio 710 KEEL » television

'Bill & Ted's Bill Creating AMC Drama 'Rights of Bill,' Not A Joke

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 02:30:46 +0000

'Bill & Ted 3' may never get the phone booth off the ground, but that doesn't mean iconic franchise star Alex Winter is lacking for work. The actor/writer has officially joined the ranks of such AMC producers as Matthew Weiner and Vince Gilligan, selling drama "Rights of Bill" to the cable network. No, it isn't a reference to his air-headed time-travelling character, his excellent adventures or bogus journey, but rather an outlaw Wisconsin sheriff. Would you tune in for 'Rights of Bill?'

Read More|Comment

Andy Griffith Dead at Age 86 [VIDEOS]

Danny Fox — Tue, 03 Jul 2012 15:18:43 +0000

Andy Griffith, star of The Andy Griffith Show and Matlock died this morning at his home in Dare County, North Carolina around 7 a.m.

Read More|Comment

A Couple Of Burglars Caught Red-Handed By Sheriff's Deputies [PHOTOS]

James Stanley — Thu, 10 Nov 2011 19:00:01 +0000

Two men were arrested for committing a burglary in south Shreveport Wednesday after a sheriff's patrol deputy found their getaway car with the goods still inside, said Caddo Sheriff Steve Prator.

Read More|Comment

Emmy Awards 2011 Preview – Which Shows Picked Up the Most Nominations?

Paula Kashtan — Thu, 08 Sep 2011 20:11:26 +0000

It’s Emmy time! The TV awards presentation is set for next Sunday, September 18th, and all the big shows will be represented. Here are the series that garnered the most nominations in 2011: '30 Rock' 13 nominations This comedy about life behind the scenes of an NBC sketch show is no stranger to [...]

Jerry Lewis Won't Host This Year's MDA Telethon, Steps Down as Chairman

Jeremy Taylor — Thu, 04 Aug 2011 18:48:10 +0000

For the first time since 1966, Jerry Lewis won’t MC the annual MDA Labor Day Telethon, an event which has raised over $1 billion for the Muscular Dystrophy Association.

In May, the legendary funnyman had announced that he would be retiring as the telethon’s host after doing the 2011 show, but would still continue to be the MDA’s national chairman.

Read More|Comment

'King of Infomercials' Don Lapre Arrested

Shauna Wright — Fri, 24 Jun 2011 17:18:06 +0000

Looks like Don Lapre finally found an audience who wouldn’t buy what he was selling.

After the self-proclaimed ‘King of Infomercials’ failed to appear for his Wednesday arraignment on 41 counts (including conspiracy, mail fraud, wire fraud and promotional money laundering), a bench warrant was issued for his arrest. Deputy US Marshals caught up with him the next day in Tempe, AZ.

Read More|Comment

Oscar Winners and Losers [PHOTOS]

gonzo — Mon, 28 Feb 2011 16:24:51 +0000

The critics seemed to agree that last night's Oscars were the worst in recent history, with minimal excitement, bad gags, and few surprises.

Read More|Comment

Academy Awards Red Carpet [PHOTOS]

gonzo — Mon, 28 Feb 2011 02:13:27 +0000

The stars hit the red carpet for the 83rd Annual Academy Awards, including nominees Natalie Portman, Melissa Leo, Michelle Williams, Christian Bale, Jesse Eisenberg, plus co-host Anne Hathaway.

Read More|Comment

Who Will Replace Regis Philbin on "Live?" [VIDEO]

gonzo — Tue, 18 Jan 2011 06:47:24 +0000

Regis Philbin announced on Tuesday that he's retiring from his long-running morning show after 25 years. The 79 year-old personality has had a slew of co-hosts over the years, most notably Kathie Lee Gifford from 1988-2000 and currently Kelly Ripa who's been with the show since 2001. ABC has stated that the show will continue without Reege. Here's who we think might replace him:

Read More|Comment