Kathy Ehrich Dowd

By Kathy Ehrich Dowd | Fri Nov 6, 2009 2:00 PM ET

In the wake of tragedy, two female heroes emerge. Read More

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By Kathy Ehrich Dowd | Fri Nov 6, 2009 11:06 AM ET

LA custom agents find a fully restored VW van stolen way back in 1974. Read More

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By Kathy Ehrich Dowd | Thu Nov 5, 2009 11:39 AM ET

A cynical ex-Yankees fan (AKA me) can't help but join the celebration party. Read More

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By Kathy Ehrich Dowd | Wed Nov 4, 2009 4:15 PM ET

A Brazilian man makes an appearance at his own funeral — declaring himself very much alive. Read More

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By Kathy Ehrich Dowd | Wed Nov 4, 2009 1:55 PM ET

A canine-loving pastor introduces a dog-centric church service — and it's a hit. Read More

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By Kathy Ehrich Dowd | Tue Nov 3, 2009 8:14 PM ET

The comedian saves the speedskating team from brink, as only this satirical talk show host can. Read More

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By Kathy Ehrich Dowd | Tue Nov 3, 2009 1:22 PM ET

Zoe Koplowitz battles multiple sclerosis and diabetes, but that didn't stop her from finishing the NYC Marathon Monday — in last place. Read More

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By Kathy Ehrich Dowd | Mon Nov 2, 2009 7:10 PM ET

A US Navy ship made of 7.5 tons of steel from the World Trade Center towers makes an emotional debut near Ground Zero. Read More

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By Kathy Ehrich Dowd | Mon Nov 2, 2009 2:11 PM ET

A New Hampshire eatery cooks up the largest meatball ever (even the Guiness folks said so) Read More

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By Kathy Ehrich Dowd | Sun Nov 1, 2009 1:10 PM ET

A North Carolina deer finds its way into an indoor pool. No big whoop, he just wanted to swim a few laps. Read More

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