Netflix is partnering with LG Electronics, which will start selling high-definition TV sets that stream Netflix videos directly from the Internet.

No additional device will be needed.

The deal marks the first time Netflix will have its streaming service embedded in a television. The head of Netflix said it’s the natural evolution of the service.

Tim Alessi, the director of product development for LG Electronics USA, said the broadband TVs will sell for roughly $200 to $300 more than a regular HDTV set.

Netflix now offers about 12,000 movies and TV shows for instant streaming over the Internet. (Read the full post about ‘New LG High-Def TVs To Stream Netflix’…)

More than 250 people came to a Los Angeles cemetery Sunday for the funeral of “Star Trek” creator Gene Roddenberry’s widow.

Known to many as “The First Lady of Star Trek,” Barrett Roddenberry died of Leukemia Dec. 18 at her Bel-Air home. She was 76.

Among the mourners were veteran actors Nichelle “Lt. Uhura” Nichols, George “Mr. Sulu” Takei and Walter “Mr. (Read the full post about ‘‘Star Trek’ Stars Mourn Barrett Roddenberry’…)

According to the Enterprise of Beaumont, Texas, the family of J.P. Richardson, also known as The Big Bopper, will put the casket on eBay in the next few weeks.

The 28-year-old Richardson died on Feb. 3, 1959, in the crash of a small plane in a field near Clear Lake, Iowa, that also killed 1950s rock stars Buddy Holly and Ritchie Valens.

Rocker Don McClean penned a memorial tune, “American Pie,” about the tragedy — a line in the song lead to the tragedy being dubbed, “The Day the Music Died.”

The 16-gauge steel casket held The Big Bopper for 38 years until he was exhumed in 1997 so experts could answer questions about his death and move his body to a new site. (Read the full post about ‘Classic Rocker’s Casket To Be Auctioned’…)

Travolta Thanks Fans For Support

The 16-year-old son of actors John Travolta and Kelly Preston was found dead Friday at his family’s vacation home in Freeport.

Reports Friday indicated that Jett Travolta had a history of seizures, which may have been a contributing factor in his death.

Travolta’s lawyers, Michael Ossi and Michael McDermott, told TMZ.com that the seizures the boy suffered were “frequent and extremely serious.” They told the celebrity gossip site that “each seizure was like a death,” with Jett losing consciousness and convulsing.

TMZ also reported that to treat the seizures, Jett Travolta previously took Depakote, which the site described as “a strong anti-seizure medication.”

The site said that reports that John Travolta refused to give his son anti-seizure meds because of his Scientology beliefs were not true.

The police superintendent in the Bahamas has said a caretaker found Jett Travolta unconscious in a bathroom Friday morning. (Read the full post about ‘U.S. Coroner To Assist In Travolta Autopsy’…)

State Sex Offender Registry Makes Tracking Criminals Easier

The Arkansas Criminal Information Center (ACIC) Web site will be updating features over the next month providing computer users with enhanced maps and search capabilities. The website will also offer more detailed information to the public on level three and four sex offenders. (Read the full post about ‘Arkansas Sex Offender Registry Getting Upgrades’…)

Robbin Beauchamp is accused of killing Mikal Morphis at party in Monroe on New Year’s Eve.

Beauchamp was arraigned Friday on charges of first-degree murder, assault and battery with a deadly weapon.

Police said Dennis Gofourth was also stabbed several times, but his wounds were not fatal.

A preliminary hearing has been set for Feb. 5.

Monday, Curnutt officially took office and is ready to make some changes.

Curnutt plans to work with other county and city officials to create a tighter knit community.

“I think that’s one of the things you need to do as sheriff. You need to lead by example and show all the departments we are there to help,” said Curnutt.

During his time as the new sheriff, Curnutt has had his hands full working a shooting and a homicide in Leflore County.

“It’s been pretty hectic the first few days in office,” said Curnutt.

One of Curnutt’s first changes to implement is working with schools. (Read the full post about ‘New Sheriff For Leflore County’…)

Tyson, the world’s largest meat processing company, said Bond announced his decision on Monday. In a statement, Bond said the decision was in his own personal best interest and best for the company.

Tyson and other meat producers have been squeezed by volatile commodity prices, weak demand and an oversupply of meat on the market. Last month, Tyson signed an agreement with its creditors that puts up just about the entire company as collateral for its loans. (Read the full post about ‘Tyson Foods CEO Resignation Effective Immediately’…)

Springdale Teacher Dies In 1-Car Crash Monday

Arkansas State Police officials said Culp was driving west on Highway 71B when he hit a patch of ice on a bridge. His car crossed into the median and rolled over. Culp was not wearing a seat belt and was partially ejected from the vehicle, officials said. Culp was rushed to Washington Regional Medical Center in Fayetteville, where he was pronounced dead around 8:45 a.m. (Read the full post about ‘Springdale Teacher Dies In 1-Car Crash Monday’…)

“The Madison County sheriff and his staff have been forced to work inside a cramped trailer since hazardous mold was found in their office,” said Madison County Coordinator Lori McConnell.

In September, the sheriff discovered mold growing behind the paneled walls in his office, a building that dates back to the 1930s. Deputies were immediately moved into a small trailer while a cleanup crew tackled the problem.

The sheriff said spring rains leaked into the walls of his department, causing three types of mold to grow. (Read the full post about ‘Mold Causes Problems For Madison Co. Sheriff’…)