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Iconic CBS Newsman Mike Wallace Dies
By Mitchell Heckman
April 9, 2012 - 11:13am
The hard-hitting “60 Minutes” reporter passed away Saturday in Connecticut, surrounded by family

CBS News reports that Mike Wallace, one of the most recognizable names in broadcast news, died Saturday at Waveny Care Center in New Canaan, Conn., where he spent his last few years. He was 93.

Andy Rooney Leaves "60 Minutes"
By Ben Glidden
October 3, 2011 - 4:47pm
After a long and controversial career, Rooney signs off for the last time on Sunday night

After a long career as a writer and personality on the CBS Sunday night show "60 Minutes," Andy Rooney has finally said goodbye.

Rooney delivered his final rant last night after being on the show for more than 30 years, but he made it clear he wasn't done writing. 

CBS fires Sheen from sitcom
By Jared Scott Mandel
March 8, 2011 - 2:08pm
Actor officially leaves his leading role on 'Two and a Half Men.'

Actor Charlie Sheen was officially fired from his leading role on CBS sitcom "Two and a Half Men" today, according to CNN. Warner Brothers Television Distribution fired the actor following two weeks of public meltdowns.

Sheen has been in the media recently for his seemingly psychotic rants. His twin boys were even removed from his home by his estranged wife who has been quoted saying that she feared for their children's lives while they were under Sheen's care.

Warner Brothers fires Charlie Sheen
By Jim Levulis
March 7, 2011 - 8:04pm
Sheen threatens to sue CBS, demands raise.

Warner Brothers Television has fired actor Charlie Sheen, 45, from sitcom "Two and a Half Men" which airs on CBS, according to CNN. Over the past two weeks, Sheen has been featured on many media outlets discussing his drug use and partying antics.

John Stamos in talks to replace Charlie Sheen
By Valeria Aponte
March 1, 2011 - 9:47pm
Rumors suggests Stamos may replace Sheen, join cast of 'Two and a Half Men' as a new character.

Leslie Moonves, the president of CBS, has apparently already met with actor John Stamos and talked about the possibility of him joining the cast of "Two and a Half Men," according to E! News. 

Networks blocking shows from Google TV
By Shelby Fenster
October 22, 2010 - 5:40pm
ABC, CBS and NBC blocking programming on their websites.

ABC, CBS and NBC will not allow viewers to watch their shows through Google’s new Web-TV service.  Google TV allows people to access the Internet and search for videos on their television screens. 

According to The Wall Street Journal, the networks are concerned about Google’s stance on websites that offer pirated videos.  However, Google has said Google TV will promote the networks’ broadcasts and websites’ content, not pirated content.

State senators ask Espada to step down
By Evan Williams
April 22, 2010 - 7:39pm
Plus, Senate Dems push to advance financial reform bill and CBS wins rights to NCAA tourney.

Senators and congressmen congregated Thursday to call for Senate Majority leader Pedro Espada Jr. to step down because of an ongoing investigation determining his involvement in shady political and business activities.