TV - Wire
NYPD boss' son returns to TV show after rape claim
The New York City police commissioner's TV host son resumed his morning show duties at "Good Day New York" on Friday, telling viewers it had been a tough couple of weeks but he was ready to get back to work after being cleared of the prospect of criminal charges of raping a woman he met for a drink.
Lawyers: Reality TV producer hopes to avoid trial

Lawyers for a U.S. reality television producer facing trial for allegedly murdering his wife at a Mexican resort said Thursday they hope to persuade a judge to drop the charges and free their client.
Hanna berates Ohio legislators on exotic pet laws
Celebrity zookeeper Jack Hanna criticized Ohio lawmakers Thursday for not yet passing a bill to regulate exotic animals, months after authorities shot dozens of lions, tigers, bears and other wild creatures let loose by their suicidal owner.
Man pleads guilty over online 'South Park' threat
A Muslim convert from Brooklyn pleaded guilty Thursday to using a website he founded to post online threats against the creators of the "South Park" television show and others he deemed enemies of Islam.
TV anchor recovering from dog bite during segment
A television anchor who was bitten in the face by an 85-pound Argentine Mastiff during a live broadcast was released from a hospital on Thursday.
Jersey City clears 'Jersey Shore' spinoff
Jersey City taxpayers won't be footing the bill for police assigned to security for the women of "Jersey Shore" and all the attention that comes with them.
'Dougherty gang' sister enters guilty plea in Colorado
Lee Grace Dougherty, one of the fugitive siblings of the Dougherty gang caught after a nationwide dragnet last summer, has pleaded guilty to reduced charges in Colorado and will have to serve at least nine years in prison, officials said.
Watching TV is different experience today
How we watch television keeps changing. It's not only that people are recording shows for viewing later. It's that they can call up the shows from on-demand channels, or watch them on their laptops, phones or tablets. Even the Super Bowl is available as live, streaming video to computers and selected phones.
CNN suspends Martin for 'offensive' comments

CNN suspended political analyst Roland Martin on Wednesday for "offensive" tweets during the Super Bowl that some critics said were anti-gay.
Mrs. Obama beats Fallon in WH fitness challenge

Michelle Obama and "Late Night" host Jimmy Fallon turned the White House into a playground to promote the first lady's "Let's Move!" fitness campaign.
BET's ambitious lineup includes 'Second Generation,' 'Gun Hill'
BET, which has been targeted in recent years for showcasing provocative music videos and other programming that critics and cultural observers said showed blacks in a negative and derogatory light, is unveiling an ambitious development slate. These new programs include a number of scripted shows and projects that emphasize positive aspects of African American culture.
Operator of radical Muslim site to plead guilty
A Muslim convert from Brooklyn who ran a website that posted threats against the creators of the television show "South Park" is expected to enter a federal guilty plea, his attorney said Wednesday.
Chinese state TV starts American service this week

Chinese state broadcaster CCTV is launching its American service this week as part of a major overseas expansion aimed at boosting China's international influence.
Barriers fall between TV, Internet
KANSAS CITY, Mo. - You say TV, I say Internet. Toe-mate-o, toe-mah-to.
Ex-'Survivor' producer extradited to Mexico in wife's slaying
A former "Survivor" producer accused of killing his wife during a family vacation in Cancun was extradited to Mexico on Wednesday to stand trial, his attorney said.
Cat's limp may be from claw growing back
Jag is a 9-year-old indoor cat who recently developed a limp in his left front leg.
Reality TV producer sent to Mexico in wife's death

A reality television producer charged with killing his wife while on vacation in Mexico has been extradited from the U.S. to await trial, the next step in a legal saga that has played out on both sides of the border.
Dr. House hangs up his Fox TV stethoscope

Fox's medical drama "House" is ending its eight-year run this season.
Netflix light on flicks as viewers soak up TV shows
Like most fresh faces that arrive in Hollywood, Netflix wanted to be a movie star.
'Cupcake Wars' judge settles Conn. name lawsuit
A judge on the Food Network reality television show "Cupcake Wars" has resolved her lawsuit with a Connecticut cupcake store over its name.




