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Government health officials are investigating cases involving patients who suffered complications after being injected with potentially contaminated medications made by a Tennessee specialty pharmacy. More>>

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Man accused of beating puppy to death pleads not guilty

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A man who police said beat a puppy to death and killed another five or six animals pleaded not guilty Friday to aggravated animal cruelty. More>>

Trucker bumps I-5 bridge, sees tragedy behind him

The trucker was hauling a load of drilling equipment when his load bumped against the steel framework over an Interstate 5 bridge. He looked in his rearview mirror and watched in horror as the span collapsed into the water... More>>

Families of fallen troops join governor for Memorial Day tribute

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Memorial Day weekend is the kick-off for summer and outdoor fun, but for veterans and their families, it can be a solemn occasion when memories flood back. More>>

16 injured in Fulton County hotel shuttle bus accident

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An airport shuttle bus was involved in an accident on North Loop Road near the Southwestern Airline Maintenance hangar. More>>

Air quality alert Saturday includes Nashville

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An air quality alert has been issued in Middle Tennessee for Saturday, as ground-level ozone concentrations within the region may approach or exceed unhealthy standards. More>>

Friday's recipe (5/24/13) - Aimee Fortney's coconut shark steak with peach habanero salsa

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Inexpensive and healthy, this shark steak is extremely versatile! You can grill it, cook it on the stove top or bake it, and the outcome is always delicious! 4 (6 to 8 ounces) shark steak (sold at Publix More>>

Southwest Airlines computer issues cause Nashville travel delays

Long lines at security checkpoints at Nashville International Airport at 7:30 a.m.

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A computer problem caused long lines for Southwest Airlines passengers attempting to check-in for their flights Friday morning at Nashville International Airport. More>>

Two people in critical condition after house fire

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Two people are recovering in the hospital after a late night fire.
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NBC to air Blake Shelton's benefit for Oklahomans

By The Associated Press NBC and sister networks will air Blake Shelton's concert to help his fellow Oklahomans affected by this week's storms in their home state. More>>

Nurses push pledge to stop texting behind the wheel

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Trauma nurses at Vanderbilt University Medical Center are hoping their new campaign will get people to stop texting behind the wheel. More>>

Mosquitoes captured in Bellevue test positive for West Nile

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Metro Public Health Department officials said Friday that a batch of mosquitoes collected in Bellevue have tested positive for West Nile virus. More>>

TBI: Inmate falsely accuses jail officers of smuggling drugs

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A Fayetteville man is facing additional charges after he allegedly falsely accused officers of bringing drugs into the jail where he had been incarcerated. More>>

Marshall Co. man, 51, accused of sex with underage girl

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A Marshall County man is accused of engaging in a sexual relationship with an underage female, according to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation. More>>

Driver charged with DUI in crash that injured cheerleaders

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A driver that police said caused a crash that injured two high school cheerleaders is now facing charges. More>>

1 killed in wreck on I-24 in Rutherford County

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One person was killed in a car wreck on I-24 this morning in Rutherford County. More>>

Nashville couple killed in I-65 crash in Kentucky

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Emergency responders in central Kentucky had cleared the scene of a crash that killed a Nashville woman when they found the body of her husband nearly 1,000 feet away. More>>

Hungry TennCare eating more of state budget

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State Treasurer David Lillard says expanding health care costs could absorb funding the state used to spend on other needs. More>>

Court rules against man who brought AK-47 to Radnor Lake

Leonard Embody

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The Tennessee Appeals Court has ruled against a man who claimed state law regulating the carrying of firearms was unconstitutional. More>>

Suspect arrested in recent Gallatin homicide

KeAnthony Dillard

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Gallatin police say they have arrested a suspect in connection with a fatal shooting last month. More>>

Man critically hurt in Cleveland Park shooting

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One person is in critical condition after a shooting Friday near Cleveland Park. More>>

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Morgan Freeman naps during interview

Morgan Freeman just couldn't keep his eyes open during an interview with a Seattle TV station. (5/24/2013) More>>

Masked burglar breaks into Cool Springs McDonald's

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Franklin police are looking for a masked burglar who broke into a McDonald's in Cool Springs early Monday morning. More>>

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Morgan Freeman naps during interview
Morgan Freeman naps during interview
Morgan Freeman just couldn't keep his eyes open during an interview with a Seattle TV station. (5/24/2013)More >>
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Surgeons remove 4-pound hairball from tiger
Surgeons remove 4-pound hairball from tiger
It's not unusual for a cat to get a hairball, but a 400-pound tiger needed help from Tampa Bay area surgeons when he couldn't hack up a basketball-size hairball by himself.(05/23/13)More >>
Teachers help screaming kids as tornado rips apart Briarwood Elementary
Teachers help screaming kids as tornado rips apart Briarwood Elementary
A teacher in Moore, Oklahoma is heard trying to calm her screaming students while a tornado rips apart Briarwood Elementary School. (5/23/13)More >>
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Man wrestles 18-foot python in Florida
Man wrestles 18-foot python in Florida
Forget fish tales. A Florida man tells the story of how he captured a Burmese python that was one for the record books.More >>
GRAPHIC VIDEO: Cop gets shot at traffic stop
GRAPHIC VIDEO: Cop gets shot at traffic stop
A traffic stop two months ago by a Sheriff's Deputy in Montague County, TX turned deadly when the officer was shot point blank by the person he pulled over.More >>
New video of Oklahoma tornado caught on tape
New video of Oklahoma tornado caught on tape
This clip shows the Moore, Oklahoma tornado wreaking havoc with debris being strewn about.
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KCTV5 meteorologist captures tornado hitting Moore, OK
KCTV5 meteorologist captures tornado hitting Moore, OK
KCTV5 Meteorologist Tom Wachs was storm chasing Monday when he intercepted the deadly tornado that pummeled Moore, OK. He describes the devastation that he saw.More >>
KCTV5 Meteorologist Tom Wachs was storm chasing Monday when he intercepted the deadly tornado that pummeled Moore, OK. A gas station he had just passed was destroyed by the tornado.
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Large tornado bears down on Oklahoma City area
Large tornado bears down on Oklahoma City area
RAW VIDEO: A news helicopter was overhead Monday afternoon as a mammoth tornado bore down on Oklahoma City. (May 20, 2013).More >>
RAW VIDEO: A news helicopter was overhead Monday afternoon as a mammoth tornado bore down on Oklahoma City. (May 20, 2013).More >>

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1 killed in wreck on I-24 in Rutherford County
1 killed in wreck on I-24 in Rutherford County
Updated: Friday, May 24 2013 2:21 PM EDT2013-05-24 18:21:09 GMT
One person was killed in a car wreck on I-24 this morning in Rutherford County. The wreck occurred near mile marker 86 in the eastbound lanes, which is partially blocked according to the Tennessee DepartmentMore >>
One person was killed in a car wreck on I-24 this morning in Rutherford County.More >>
Nashville couple killed in I-65 crash in Kentucky
Nashville couple killed in I-65 crash in Kentucky
Updated: Friday, May 24 2013 2:09 PM EDT2013-05-24 18:09:40 GMT
A Nashville couple was killed Thursday in a car wreck on Interstate 65 in Kentucky. The crash happened at mile marker 98 near Elizabethtown around 4 p.m. Police said Claire R. Kahane, 75, was drivingMore >>
Emergency responders in central Kentucky had cleared the scene of a crash that killed a Nashville woman when they found the body of her husband nearly 1,000 feet away.More >>
Man accused of beating puppy to death pleads not guilty
Man accused of beating puppy to death pleads not guilty
Updated: Friday, May 24 2013 6:39 PM EDT2013-05-24 22:39:20 GMT
David Michael Matson
A National Weather Service employee who police said beat a puppy to death and killed another five or six dogs pleaded not guilty Friday to aggravated animal cruelty.Police said last November that DavidMore >>
A man who police said beat a puppy to death and killed another five or six animals pleaded not guilty Friday to aggravated animal cruelty.More >>
Man critically hurt in Cleveland Park shooting
Man critically hurt in Cleveland Park shooting
Updated: Friday, May 24 2013 1:13 PM EDT2013-05-24 17:13:02 GMT
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One person is in critical condition after a shooting Friday near Cleveland Park.More >>
Driver charged with DUI in crash that injured cheerleaders
Driver charged with DUI in crash that injured cheerleaders
Updated: Friday, May 24 2013 2:54 PM EDT2013-05-24 18:54:46 GMT
A driver that police said caused a crash that injured two high school cheerleaders is now facing charges. Roni Proctor, 26, of Cumberland Furnace, TN, has been charged with driving under the influenceMore >>
A driver that police said caused a crash that injured two high school cheerleaders is now facing charges.More >>
FDA warns of infections tied to Tennessee pharmacy
FDA warns of infections tied to Tennessee pharmacy
Government health officials are investigating several health problems reported with potentially contaminated medications made by a Tennessee specialty pharmacy.More >>
Government health officials are investigating cases involving patients who suffered complications after being injected with potentially contaminated medications made by a Tennessee specialty pharmacy.More >>
Two people in critical condition after house fire
Two people in critical condition after house fire
Updated: Friday, May 24 2013 5:28 PM EDT2013-05-24 21:28:09 GMT
Two people are recovering in the hospital after a late night fire on Thursday.
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Two people are recovering in the hospital after a late night fire.
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Trucker bumps I-5 bridge, sees tragedy behind him
Trucker bumps I-5 bridge, sees tragedy behind him
Dan Sligh and his wife were in their pickup truck on Interstate 5 heading to a camping trip when a bridge before them disappeared in a "big puff of dust."More >>
The trucker was hauling a load of drilling equipment when his load bumped against the steel framework over an Interstate 5 bridge. He looked in his rearview mirror and watched in horror as the span collapsed into the water...More >>

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Trucker bumps I-5 bridge, sees tragedy behind him
Trucker bumps I-5 bridge, sees tragedy behind him
Dan Sligh and his wife were in their pickup truck on Interstate 5 heading to a camping trip when a bridge before them disappeared in a "big puff of dust."More >>
The trucker was hauling a load of drilling equipment when his load bumped against the steel framework over an Interstate 5 bridge. He looked in his rearview mirror and watched in horror as the span collapsed into the water...More >>
Doctors save baby with 3D-printed breathing device
Doctors save baby with 3D-printed breathing device
Updated: Friday, May 24 2013 3:00 PM EDT2013-05-24 19:00:41 GMT
A baby who was born with a serious medical condition that stopped him from breathing is now able to breathe on his own after doctors created a new device with the aid of a 3D printer.More >>
A baby who was born with a serious medical condition is able to breathe on his own after doctors created a new device with the aid of a 3D printer.More >>
UK-bound Pakistan plane diverted, 2 men arrested
UK-bound Pakistan plane diverted, 2 men arrested
Britain's Ministry of Defense says a Typhoon jet has been launched to investigate an incident involving a civilian aircraft.More >>
Britain scrambled fighter jets Friday to intercept a commercial airliner carrying more than 300 people from Pakistan, diverting it to an isolated runway at an airport on the outskirts of London and arresting two British...More >>
Earthquake hits Russia's Far East
Earthquake hits Russia's Far East
A powerful earthquake has hit Russia's Far East with slight tremors spreading westwards as far as Moscow.More >>
A powerful earthquake on Friday hit Russia's Far East with tremors felt as far away as Moscow, about 7,000 kilometers (4,400 miles) west of the epicenter, but no casualties or damage were reported.More >>
Three rescued from river after bridge collapses in Washington
Three rescued from river after bridge collapses in Washington
Updated: Friday, May 24 2013 4:38 AM EDT2013-05-24 08:38:10 GMT
(RNN) - A bridge in Washington has collapsed and at least two cars are in the water, according to KING 5 TV out of Seattle. The bridge is part of Interstate 5. There is no word on injuries. Copyright 2013More >>
A photo from the scene showed a man sitting on top of his car, which was partially submerged.More >>
Older brother held in deaths of 2 younger siblings
Older brother held in deaths of 2 younger siblings
A 15-year-old boy is in custody after authorities investigating the stabbing deaths of his younger adopted brothers found him miles away with traces of blood on him, officials said.More >>
A 15-year-old boy is in custody after authorities investigating the stabbing deaths of his younger adopted brothers found him miles away with traces of blood on him, officials said.More >>
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Jurors deadlock on Jodi Arias' penalty; judge declares mistrial
Jurors deadlock on Jodi Arias' penalty; judge declares mistrial
Updated: Friday, May 24 2013 2:31 AM EDT2013-05-24 06:31:07 GMT
Jodi Arias (Source: CBS 5 News)
It is now in the hands of the 12 jurors to decide if Jodi Arias will live her life behind bars or if she'll be executed. The defense and prosecution gave their closing statement Tuesday afternoon andMore >>
The judge has declared a mistrial in the penalty phase of the Jodi Arias trial. The jury announced late Thursday afternoon that they could not reach a unanimous decision on life or death for Arias.More >>
NJ: Caramel-colored rubbing alcohol sold as scotch
NJ: Caramel-colored rubbing alcohol sold as scotch
A New Jersey company that operates 13 TGI Fridays restaurants accused of secretly replacing premium liquor with low-quality booze says it's shocked at the allegations.More >>
At one bar, a mixture that included rubbing alcohol and caramel coloring was sold as scotch. In another, premium liquor bottles were refilled with water - and apparently not even clean water at that.More >>

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Toronto mayor denies he smokes crack cocaine
Toronto mayor denies he smokes crack cocaine
Toronto Mayor Rob Ford denied Friday that he smokes crack cocaine and said he is not an addict after a video purported to show him using the drug. Ford did not say whether he has ever used crack.More >>
Toronto Mayor Rob Ford denied Friday that he smokes crack cocaine and said he is not an addict after a video purported to show him using the drug. The mayor of Canada's largest city did not say whether he has ever used...More >>
Rare Superman comic found in house insulation
Rare Superman comic found in house insulation
It's considered the Holy Grail of comic books: Action Comics No. 1 from 1938, featuring the debut of Superman. And David Gonzales found one mixed in with old newspapers insulating a wall in a house he was...More >>
It's considered the Holy Grail of comic books: Action Comics No. 1 from 1938, featuring the debut of Superman. And David Gonzales found one mixed in with old newspapers insulating a house he was renovating in a small...More >>
NBC to air Blake Shelton's benefit for Oklahomans
NBC to air Blake Shelton's benefit for Oklahomans
By The Associated Press NBC and sister networks will air Blake Shelton's concert to help his fellow Oklahomans affected by this week's storms in their home state.More >>
By The Associated Press NBC and sister networks will air Blake Shelton's concert to help his fellow Oklahomans affected by this week's storms in their home state.More >>
Latest 'Bachelorette' won't say if she's engaged
Latest 'Bachelorette' won't say if she's engaged
ABC's newest "Bachelorette," Desiree Hartsock, says it's not hard to keep the details of her experience on the show a secret from her friends.More >>
ABC's newest "Bachelorette," Desiree Hartsock, says it's not hard to keep the details of her experience on the show a secret from her friends.More >>
Snooki: NJ Gov Christie 'just doesn't like us'
Snooki: NJ Gov Christie 'just doesn't like us'
New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie was never a fan of MTV's "Jersey Shore," saying it unfairly cast the state in a negative light.More >>
New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie was never a fan of MTV's "Jersey Shore," saying it unfairly cast the state in a negative light.More >>
Cannes: Dern a leading man again in 'Nebraska'
Cannes: Dern a leading man again in 'Nebraska'
For the aging, gruff patriarch of his father-son road trip "Nebraska," Alexander Payne tried to lure Gene Hackman out of retirement and considered the likes of Robert Duvall and Jack Nicholson. Bruce Dern calls them...More >>
For the aging, gruff patriarch of his father-son road trip "Nebraska," Alexander Payne tried to lure Gene Hackman out of retirement and considered the likes of Robert Duvall and Jack Nicholson. Bruce Dern calls them "the...More >>
Actress Bynes accused of bong toss out NYC window
Actress Bynes accused of bong toss out NYC window
Police say actress Amanda Bynes has been arrested in midtown Manhattan after she heaved a marijuana bong out of a window.More >>
Actress Amanda Bynes appeared disheveled in a long blond wig and sweats Friday in a criminal court where she was charged with reckless endangerment after police said she heaved a marijuana bong out the window of her...More >>
Man charged with stalking Jennifer Lawrence's kin
Man charged with stalking Jennifer Lawrence's kin
A Canadian man is facing charges that he stalked the brother of Jennifer Lawrence after authorities say he repeatedly insisted that the man put him in touch with the Oscar-winning actress so he could protect her,...More >>
A Canadian man is facing charges that he stalked the brother of Jennifer Lawrence after authorities say he repeatedly insisted that the man put him in touch with the Oscar-winning actress so he could protect her, according...More >>

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WSMV, Kroger team for OK relief donations
WSMV, Kroger team for OK relief donations
WSMV-TV and Kroger are teaming up with the American Red Cross to help the victims of the deadly Oklahoma tornado.More >>
WSMV-TV and Kroger are teaming up with the American Red Cross to help the victims of the deadly Oklahoma tornado.More >>
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Gregor single lifts Vandy past South Carolina, 4-3
Gregor single lifts Vandy past South Carolina, 4-3
Updated: Thursday, May 23 2013 6:50 PM EDT2013-05-23 22:50:58 GMT
Conrad Gregor singled home the winning run in the bottom of the 10th inning to give Vanderbilt a 4-3 win over South Carolina Thursday in an elimination game of the Southeastern Conference tournament.More >>
Conrad Gregor singled home the winning run in the bottom of the 10th inning to give Vanderbilt a 4-3 win over South Carolina Thursday in an elimination game of the Southeastern Conference tournament.More >>
Predators sign Brendan Leipsic to 3-year deal
Predators sign Brendan Leipsic to 3-year deal
Updated: Thursday, May 23 2013 6:51 PM EDT2013-05-23 22:51:27 GMT
The Nashville Predators have signed left wing Brendan Leipsic (LIGHP-sihk), their third-round draft selection in 2012, to a three-year, entry-level contract.More >>
The Nashville Predators have signed left wing Brendan Leipsic (LIGHP-sihk), their third-round draft selection in 2012, to a three-year, entry-level contract.More >>
Krzyzewski returning to coach USA Basketball
Krzyzewski returning to coach USA Basketball
Duke coach Mike Krzyzewski is back as the U.S. men's national team coach and ready for another run at Olympic gold.More >>
Duke coach Mike Krzyzewski just couldn't pass on "the ultimate honor" of representing his country again as the U.S. men's national team coach.More >>
Vandy basketball hires Harvard assistant Hufnagel
Vandy basketball hires Harvard assistant Hufnagel
Updated: Thursday, May 23 2013 11:31 AM EDT2013-05-23 15:31:59 GMT
Vanderbilt men's basketball coach Kevin Stallings has hired Harvard assistant Yanni Hufnagel to fill a spot on his staff.More >>
Vanderbilt men's basketball coach Kevin Stallings has hired Harvard assistant Yanni Hufnagel to fill a spot on his staff.More >>
Vandy drops SEC baseball tourney opener to A&M, 5-0
Vandy drops SEC baseball tourney opener to A&M, 5-0
Updated: Wednesday, May 22 2013 9:48 PM EDT2013-05-23 01:48:55 GMT
Ray Parker pitched eight-plus innings to lead Texas A&M to a 5-0 victory over top-seeded Vanderbilt on Wednesday in the second round of the Southeastern Conference baseball tournament.More >>
Ray Parker pitched eight-plus innings to lead Texas A&M to a 5-0 victory over top-seeded Vanderbilt on Wednesday in the second round of the Southeastern Conference baseball tournament.More >>
Bears LB Urlacher announces his retirement
Bears LB Urlacher announces his retirement
Star linebacker Brian Urlacher says he's retiring after spending 13 seasons with the Chicago Bears.More >>
Brian Urlacher wasn't sure how dominant he could be any longer, so he's calling it a career after 13 seasons with the Chicago Bears.More >>
Police: Canseco named suspect in Vegas sexual assault
Police: Canseco named suspect in Vegas sexual assault
Updated: Wednesday, May 22 2013 5:00 PM EDT2013-05-22 21:00:05 GMT
Las Vegas Metro police said former Major League slugger Jose Canseco is being investigated as a suspect in a sexual assault case. Metro made the announcement Wednesday following a series of tweets fromMore >>
Las Vegas Metro police said former Major League slugger Jose Canseco is being investigated as a suspect in a sexual assault case.More >>
Spurs blow late lead, beat Grizzlies 93-89 in OT
Spurs blow late lead, beat Grizzlies 93-89 in OT
Tony Parker had 15 points and a career playoff-high 18 assists, Tim Duncan scored San Antonio's first six points of overtime and the Spurs bounced back after squandering a 13-point lead in the fourth quarter to...More >>
When Tony Parker started running low on masterful plays, Tim Duncan was there to take over and lead the San Antonio Spurs to a 2-0 lead in the Western Conference finals.More >>

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Highway bridge collapse dumps cars into WA river
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A bridge on Interstate 5 in northern Washington collapsed Thursday evening, sending people and cars into the water.More >>
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Memorial Day is right around the corner, and people are beginning to make plans. Travelocity has compiled a list of places that have already become hot spots for booking.More >>
Memorial Day is right around the corner, and people are beginning to make plans. Travelocity has compiled a list of places that have already become hot spots for booking.More >>
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