Thursday, January 31 2013 1:54 PM EST2013-01-31 18:54:39 GMT
Some people who survived last year's deadly outbreak of fungal meningitis are now facing a new challenge that will likely last much longer. The latest numbers from the Centers for Disease Control and PreventionMore >>
Some people who survived last year's deadly outbreak of fungal meningitis are now facing a new challenge that will likely last much longer.More >>
Country singer Slim Whitman has died at the age of 90 in Florida.More >>
Country singer Slim Whitman, the high-pitched yodeler who sold millions of records through ever-present TV ads in the 1980s and 1990s and whose song saved the world in the film comedy "Mars Attacks!," died Wednesday at a...More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 1:47 PM EDT2013-06-19 17:47:54 GMT
Courtesy: Ft. Campbell
A restored OH-23 Raven helicopter used as a utility, observation and medical evacuation aircraft during the Korean War is being dedicated at Fort Campbell where it will be permanently displayed on the Warrior...More >>
A restored OH-23 Raven helicopter used as a utility, observation and medical evacuation aircraft during the Korean War is being dedicated at Fort Campbell where it will be permanently displayed on the Warrior Transition Battalion grounds.More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 1:15 PM EDT2013-06-19 17:15:32 GMT
George "Rico" Laise in court June 19, 2013
A 42-year-old soccer coach accused of having sex with his underage players was in a Nashville courtroom Wednesday morning. Facing four charges of rape, George "Rico" Laise appeared for a preliminary hearing.More >>
A 42-year-old soccer coach accused of having sex with his underage players was in a Nashville courtroom Wednesday morning.More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 11:18 AM EDT2013-06-19 15:18:42 GMT
A Nashville Cajun restaurant is currently closed for business with a sign hanging on the front door indicating taxes have not been paid. The sign says "seized for non-payment of Tennessee state taxes." ChapmanMore >>
A Nashville Cajun restaurant is currently closed for business with a sign hanging on the front door indicating taxes have not been paid. Morning Report More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 11:13 AM EDT2013-06-19 15:13:53 GMT
The Belmont University College of Law has announced that U.S. Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito will speak at the school's first graduation next year.More >>
The Belmont University College of Law has announced that U.S. Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito will speak at the school's first graduation next year.More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 10:02 AM EDT2013-06-19 14:02:54 GMT
A pet food company is issuing a recall because of a possible health risk to animals and humans. Nebraska-based Natura Pet Products is recalling specific lots of dry pet food because it mightMore >>
A popular pet food company is issuing a recall because of a possible health risk to animals and humans.More >>
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - The husband of a Nashville woman who died in the fungal meningitis outbreak after receiving injections has sued the clinic that gave the shots.
The Tennessean reported attorneys for Wayne Reed filed the lawsuit late Wednesday against the Saint Thomas Outpatient Neurosurgery Center and its owners, including Saint Thomas Health, Saint Thomas Hospital and the Howell Allen Clinic.
The complaint also challenges caps on medical malpractice awards in a new state law and seeks $12.5 million in compensatory damages.
Reed is disabled and the lawsuit states his wife, Diana Reed, was his primary caregiver. The 56-year-old woman received three shots of at the clinic, the last coming on Sept. 18. She died on Oct. 3.
A Saint Thomas Health spokeswoman said the organization does not comment on pending litigation.
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Wednesday, June 19 2013 1:02 PM EDT2013-06-19 17:02:09 GMT
National Beef Packing Co., a Liberal, Kan., establishment, is recalling approximately 22,737 pounds of raw ground beef products that may be contaminated with E. coli O157:H7. The problem was discoveredMore >>
National Beef Packing Company - a Liberal, KS, establishment - is recalling approximately 22,737 pounds of raw ground beef products that may be contaminated with E. coli O157:H7.More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 11:18 AM EDT2013-06-19 15:18:42 GMT
A Nashville Cajun restaurant is currently closed for business with a sign hanging on the front door indicating taxes have not been paid. The sign says "seized for non-payment of Tennessee state taxes." ChapmanMore >>
A Nashville Cajun restaurant is currently closed for business with a sign hanging on the front door indicating taxes have not been paid. Morning Report More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 10:02 AM EDT2013-06-19 14:02:54 GMT
A pet food company is issuing a recall because of a possible health risk to animals and humans. Nebraska-based Natura Pet Products is recalling specific lots of dry pet food because it mightMore >>
A popular pet food company is issuing a recall because of a possible health risk to animals and humans.More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 7:16 AM EDT2013-06-19 11:16:53 GMT
A high school homecoming queen and her mother are facing charges following a party at their home. Sara Lamb, 18, is accused of underage consumption. More >>
A high school homecoming queen and her mother are facing charges following a party at their home.More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 9:11 AM EDT2013-06-19 13:11:36 GMT
A Utah family celebrating Father's Day with a camping trip to Wyoming survived an encounter with a bear thanks to the quick thinking of their 11-year-old son. It was supposed to be a family fun day ofMore >>
A Utah family celebrating Father's Day with a camping trip to Wyoming survived an encounter with a bear thanks to the quick thinking of their 11-year-old son.More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 1:15 PM EDT2013-06-19 17:15:32 GMT
George "Rico" Laise in court June 19, 2013
A 42-year-old soccer coach accused of having sex with his underage players was in a Nashville courtroom Wednesday morning. Facing four charges of rape, George "Rico" Laise appeared for a preliminary hearing.More >>
A 42-year-old soccer coach accused of having sex with his underage players was in a Nashville courtroom Wednesday morning.More >>
Country singer Slim Whitman has died at the age of 90 in Florida.More >>
Country singer Slim Whitman, the high-pitched yodeler who sold millions of records through ever-present TV ads in the 1980s and 1990s and whose song saved the world in the film comedy "Mars Attacks!," died Wednesday at a...More >>
