2 Giraffes Die In Wisconsin Dells Park Fire
Two giraffes were killed during a fire at a Wisconsin Dells wildlife park. According to Wisconsin Dells police, someone called 911 at about 6 p.m. Sunday to report the fire at the Timbavati Wildlife Park.
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Two giraffes were killed during a fire at a Wisconsin Dells wildlife park. According to Wisconsin Dells police, someone called 911 at about 6 p.m. Sunday to report the fire at the Timbavati Wildlife Park.
For one Twin Cities family, Santa Claus came a little ahead of schedule, but only because he'd lost his way and needed some directions.
What started as a viral video craze over the summer has landed a spot in Spin Magazine's list of Best Songs of 2012.
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A couple who prayed while their daughter slowly died of diabetes will try Tuesday to persuade the state Supreme Court to overturn their homicide convictions, arguing state law protects them from prosecution.
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Danny Haataja didn't quite get the $1,300 or more he was likely aiming for, but he did manage to get one bidder to purchase his potato he says looks exactly like a duck.
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Eighties heavy metal band Twisted Sister is known for their big hair, flashy makeup, catchy lyrics and stage antics. But to Cody Allen and Wesley Kaake, they are now a threat to their business.
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Two western Wisconsin communities are smacking down the sausage over who gets bragging rights to the biggest bratwurst.
When we think about pumpkins, most of us think about Halloween. But when these next people think about pumpkins, they think about boats -- they grow 'em that big.
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