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Neutrogena addresses backlash after Hayden Panettiere's death
On Thursday, Neutrogena posted on Instagram that it understood it "made her feel unsupported during a very difficult time." Posted 8/21/2026, 10:51:26 AM Updated 8/21/2026, 10:55:37 AM Related celebrity death By Tom Barclay, WRAL News Neutrogena on Thursday responded to mounting public backlash it is facing in the wake of Hayden Panettiere's death, who once served as a star ambassador for the brand during the heyday of her acting career.
NC Patriot Guard to escort fallen Goldsboro Air Force officer killed in June bomber crash
The NC Patriot Guard will escort the remains of Major Alexander Davis on Tuesday at 12:50 p.m. Davis was an NC State grad from Goldsboro, North Carolina, and was one of eight crewmembers killed after a B-52 crashed in June. Posted 7/21/2026, 3:02:22 PM Updated 7/21/2026, 3:07:09 PM Related plane crash Goldsboro Air Force military By Tom Barclay, WRAL News A U.S. Air Force officer from Goldsboro who died in a military aircraft crash last month will soon be laid to rest in North Carolina.
Durham releases proposed city budget calling for no property tax increase, position cuts
The mayor called the upcoming fiscal year a "difficult reset," saying the city is eliminating nine positions and trimming operating costs to make do. Posted 5/19/2026, 12:47:08 PM Drone photo of Durham, North Carolina By Tom Barclay, WRAL News The city of Durham is not looking to increase property taxes despite revenue shortfalls in its proposed budget for the next fiscal year.
SBI to break ground on new headquarters in Raleigh
SBI is hosting a groundbreaking ceremony at 10 a.m. on May 19 at the site of its new campus on Garner Road in Raleigh. Posted 5/19/2026, 9:48:27 AM Related SBI Raleigh A rendering of the SBI's new headquarters in Raleigh. By Tom Barclay, WRAL News The North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation will break ground on its new headquarters on Tuesday. SBI is hosting a groundbreaking ceremony at 10 a.m. on May 19 at the site of its new campus on Garner Road in Raleigh.
Tom Barclay: You can't tackle child poverty without homes
For many families across Scotland, child poverty did not pause over Christmas. It tightened its grip. The latest homelessness figures show 10,180 children living in temporary accommodation in Scotland. That's not a home. It's a holding pattern. These aren't just numbers. These are children sometimes doing homework in crowded bed and breakfast accommodation and trying to sleep in one room. Families sharing bathrooms with strangers. Parents lying awake, counting weeks that turn into months.
You can't tackle child poverty without homes
By Tom Barclay, Kingdom Group chief executive FOR many families across Scotland, child poverty did not pause over Christmas. It tightened its grip. The latest homelessness figures show 10,180 children living in temporary accommodation in Scotland. That’s not a home. It’s a holding pattern. These aren’t just numbers. These are children sometimes doing homework in crowded bed and breakfast accommodation and trying to sleep in one room. Families sharing bathrooms with strangers.
You Can't Tackle Child Poverty Without Homes
You Can't Tackle Child Poverty Without Homes By Tom Barclay, Kingdom Group Chief Executive For many families across Scotland, child poverty did not pause over Christmas. It tightened its grip. The latest homelessness figures show 10,180 children living in temporary accommodation in Scotland. That's not a home. It's a holding pattern. These aren't just numbers. These are children sometimes doing homework in crowded bed and breakfast accommodation and trying to sleep in one room.
Update: KPD identifies victim in deadly hit-and-run crash on Clinton Highway
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Update 12/15 at 11:49 a.m.: The Knoxville Police Department identified the person killed in a hit-and-run crash on Clinton Highway on Saturday afternoon. KPD said 25-year-old Kobe Sims from Nashville was killed when a van hit him while he was on a motorcycle. On Sunday, police said they arrested Steven Dockery, 57, according to a press release from the department.
Georgia homicide case deepens as victim found to be pregnant, new feticide charge filed
ROME, Ga. — UPDATE (12/12): The Rome Police Department in Georgia provided more information Friday in the ongoing homicide investigation involving victim Kaylee B. Shackelford, from Powell — sharing that she was pregnant. RPD said that as a result of the investigation, a 23-year-old man, Mystique Malachi Amaziah Taylor, has received an additional charge of feticide.
Tottenham 3 Slavia Prague 0: Mohammed Kudus leaves predecessor Son Heung-min off his seat in decisive...
Tottenham 3 Slavia Prague 0: Mohammed Kudus leaves predecessor Son Heung-min off his seat in decisive... MOHAMMED KUDUS had predecessor Son Heung-min off his seat after netting his decisive penalty – then sat down on a stool for his own celebration. Ghana …
Black bear draws a crowd after getting stuck on a roof in downtown Gatlinburg
GATLINBURG, Tenn. — Move over Chainsaw Bear, it's Parkour Bear's time in the spotlight. Black bears are obviously no strangers to Gatlinburg since the Great Smoky Mountains surrounding the city are their home. You can sometimes catch them roaming around the outskirts at various times of the year, but occasionally a few bears will feel exceptionally bold and try to visit downtown in search of food.
Video captures bear waltzing off with man's brand new chainsaw
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Video captures bear waltzing off with man's brand new chainsaw
GATLINBURG, Tenn — The bears are feeding as they get ready to nestle in for the winter, but one bear in the Gatlinburg area apparently has an odd craving: chainsaws. On X, @BowTiedBroke shared Ring camera video of a bear just casually walking up to his front porch and then meandering off with his new chainsaw in its mouth. "Well wasn’t this just a great way to wake up this morning. Went looking for my brand new chainsaw that I left on front porch last night," he said.
Video captures bear waltzing off with man's brand new chainsaw
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Video captures black bear waltzing off with man's chainsaw in Gatlinburg area
GATLINBURG, Tenn. — The bears are feeding as they get ready to nestle in for the winter, but one bear in the Gatlinburg area apparently has an odd craving: chainsaws. On X, @BowTiedBroke shared Ring camera video of a bear just casually walking up to his front porch and then meandering off with his new chainsaw in its mouth. "Well wasn’t this just a great way to wake up this morning. Went looking for my brand new chainsaw that I left on front porch last night," he said.
Authorities assume no survivors after explosion at Middle TN explosives company, 18 people still missing
HICKMAN COUNTY, Tenn. — UPDATE, (10/11): The Associated Press is now reporting that the blast in rural Tennessee that destroyed an explosives plant on Friday morning left no survivors. AP reported that the Humphreys County sheriff stated during a news conference on Friday that authorities are working under the assumption that all the people at the site are dead. They also said the number of people who died in the blast was unclear, as well as the initial cause of the blast.
Authorities assume no survivors after explosion at Middle TN explosives company, 18 people still missing
HICKMAN COUNTY, Tenn. — UPDATE, (10/11): The Associated Press is now reporting that the blast in rural Tennessee that destroyed an explosives plant on Friday morning left no survivors. AP reported that the Humphreys County sheriff stated during a news conference on Friday that authorities are working under the assumption that all the people at the site are dead. They also said the number of people who died in the blast was unclear, as well as the initial cause of the blast.
Multiple people killed, several others missing after explosion at Middle TN explosives company
State The explosion happened at Accurate Energetic Systems in Hickman and Humphreys counties in Tennessee on Friday morning. Author: Tom Barclay, WBIR Staff Published: 10:36 AM CDT October 10, 2025 Updated: 12:49 PM CDT October 10, 2025 HICKMAN COUNTY, Tenn. — Multiple people died and several others are missing after an explosion at a Middle Tennessee explosives company.
Thomas Tuchel Criticizes England Fans Live on TV Following 3-0 Win Against Wales
THOMAS TUCHEL voiced his disappointment with England supporters after their win against Wales. The manager of the Three Lions expressed his annoyance at the uninspiring atmosphere from the home crowd at Wembley, despite his team’s impressive performance. England swiftly surged to a 3-0 lead within just 20 minutes, thanks to goals from Morgan Rogers, Ollie Watkins, and Bukayo Saka.
Scotland’s Fuel Poverty Crisis Demands Action, Not Just Targets
By Tom Barclay, Kingdom Group Chief Executive The 2% rise in energy bills from October couldn't come at a worse time. With 861,000 Scottish households already struggling with fuel poverty, this £35 annual increase might not sound like much, but for families already choosing between heating and eating, it's another impossible burden. At Kingdom Group, we see this crisis up close every day.
Scotland’s fuel poverty crisis demands action, not just targets
Tom Barclay on working together to address the effects of rising bills The 2% rise in energy bills from October couldn't come at a worse time. With 861,000 Scottish households already struggling with fuel poverty, this £35 annual increase might not sound like much, but for families already choosing between heating and eating, it's another impossible burden. At Kingdom Group, we see this crisis up close every day.
State report: TBI needs to expand its crime lab capability to keep up with rising demand for forensic services
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — A report from the Tennessee Advisory Commission on Intergovernmental Relations is encouraging state leaders to invest in more crime lab space for the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation to deal with evidence backlogs that are delaying the justice process. TACIR, the state government's think tank, finalized an 84-page report covering issues with evidence processing and crime lab testing turnaround in each of the three Grand Divisions.
Dollywood announces 'first-of-its-kind' hybrid coaster and whitewater ride for 2026
PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. — Dollywood has been quietly working on a new attraction over the past three years, and on Wednesday, the park let people know what exactly is taking shape — and it's big. Dreamer-In-Chief Dolly Parton was unable to be at the announcement in person due to being "a little under the weather" because of a kidney stone, but recorded a video to let people know she was OK. "Sorry I couldn't be there in person, but you have a great time out there today.
Miracle in Bilbao: The Inside Story of the Europa League Triumph
Tom Barclay has been a football journalist for UK national newspaper The Sun for 14 years, covering World Cups and European Championships, and specialising in Tottenham for the past three. Tom, who hosts a Spurs-themed YouTube account and contributes to The Tottenham Way podcast, followed every step of the club’s historic campaign and was one of the leading reporters asking questions of Ange Postecoglou and his players throughout.
Gatlinburg named one of America's 31 most beautiful destinations
GATLINBURG, Tenn. — One of East Tennessee's gateways to the Great Smoky Mountains was named among the 31 most beautiful towns in America by Condé Nast Traveler. Gatlinburg made it on the travel magazine's list of idyllic destinations in America, and was the only Tennessee destination to make the list. Part quaint and part quirky, Gatlinburg stands out for its "Swiss Alps" style buildings amid the natural beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains.
Impact Plastics cleared of criminal wrongdoing in workers' deaths following TBI investigation, DA says
ERWIN, Tenn. — Impact Plastics was cleared of criminal wrongdoing following a state-led investigation a little less than a year after six of its employees died after being swept away by raging floodwaters from the remnants of Hurricane Helene, District Attorney General Steven Finney announced Friday. Finney said he had reviewed the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation's findings and determined no criminal charges would be filed against the company or its CEO, Gerald O'Connor.
Trump nominates 4 new members to TVA's Board of Directors, including prominent Knoxville lawyer
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — President Donald Trump submitted his nominations on Tuesday to fill four of the six vacant seats on the Tennessee Valley Authority's Board of Directors. President Donald Trump nominated Jeff Hagood, Lee Beaman, Mitch Graves and Randall Jones to serve on the board. The U.S. Senate will need to vote to confirm them before they can begin their terms.
Semi-truck hauling race car catches fire on I-40 in Jefferson County
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Tenn. — A semi-truck fire briefly shut down part of Interstate 40 in Jefferson County. The fire happened on I-40 West at Exit 417 near Dandridge. According to the Dandridge Fire Chief Andy Riley, a semi-truck hauling a trailer with an Automobile Racing Club of America (ARCA) race car inside caught fire around 11 a.m., shutting down the interstate. According to the Dandridge Fire Department, one of the wheels on the trailer blew out and sparked the fire.
MEIGS COUNTY, Tenn. — Update (June 12): A 15-year-old girl accused of murdering a man in Meigs County on Tuesday will remain in custody for the foreseeable future as her case makes its way through the court system. During a scheduled court hearing that was closed to the public on Thursday, District Attorney General Russell Johnson said Judge Casey Stokes appointed attorney Sheridan Randolph to represent the teen. The attorney waived the detention hearing and the case was reset to August 16.
East TN pastor abducted at gunpoint during sermon, being held for ransom in South Africa
MOTHERWELL, South Africa — An East Tennessee pastor was abducted by armed and masked men as he was preaching a sermon before a congregation in South Africa's Eastern Cape province, police said Friday. Four men broke into the Fellowship Baptist church in Motherwell Township on Thursday evening, stole two cellphones from members of the congregation and took away the pastor in his own truck, said police, who have now initiated an investigation into abduction and armed robbery.
TOSHA: Impact Plastics not responsible for workers killed in Helene flooding
ERWIN, Tenn. — The Tennessee Occupational Safety and Health Administration finished its investigation into Impact Plastics after six employees were swept away and killed by catastrophic flash flooding from the remnants of Hurricane Helene in September. On April 2, TOSHA released its full investigation summary.
Ange Postecoglou's Tottenham future 'in serious doubt' as cl...
By Tom Barclay FULHAM are in talks with boss Marco Silva over a new contract. The Portuguese, 47, has been a sensation in West London since taking over in 2021, taking the club into the FA Cup quarter-finals and chasing a Champions League dream this term. And with his current deals only having a year to go in the summer, the Cottagers are keen to tie him down to fresh terms.
How Myles Lewis-Skelly could be Tuchel’s secret weapon as Harry Kane shows he’s England’s best finisher AND passer
THOMAS TUCHEL got his reign as England boss underway with two wins and two clean sheets. Victories over Albania and Latvia at Wembley ensured the Three Lions made the perfect start to their World Cup 2026 qualifying campaign. Harry Kane found the net in both wins while Reece James’ free-kick and an Eberechi Eze finish was enough to see of Latvia. Against Albania, meanwhile, Myles Lewis-Skelly became the youngest player to score on his senior England debut aged just 18 years and 176 days.
Dan Ashworth closing in on shock return to football just four months after being brutally sacked by Man Utd
DAN ASHWORTH is in line to return to football with a senior role at the FA, according to reports. Ashworth, 54, was surprisingly sacked by Manchester United in December after just five months at Old Trafford. Now the former Newcastle and Brighton chief is set to return to the FA, where he spent five years as Director of Development between 2013 and 2018.
Roy Keane wins prestigious award immediately after ITV pundit appearance for England’s win over Latvia
ROY KEANE has been named Pundit of the Year at the Sports Journalists’ Association Awards. The Manchester United legend won the gong just hours after going live on ITV for England’s game with Latvia. Keane joined colleagues Mark Pougatch and Ian Wright to discuss the Three Lions 3-0 win at the Home of Football on Monday. The 53-year-old – who also appears on Sky Sports – is known for his fiery on-air punditry and refusal to back down from a debate.
‘Obviously learnt that well at Arsenal’ – Roy Keane takes swipe at Gunners live on ITV with Myles Lewis-Skelly analysis - New York Times Post
ROY KEANE couldn’t resist a cheeky dig at old foes Arsenal as he reviewed Myles Lewis-Skelly’s England impact. The Manchester United legend was on the ITV panel as the Three Lions ran out comfortable winners over Latvia. Keane watched on at Wembley as Reece James, Harry Kane and Eberechi Eze sealed a comfortable 3-0 victory. Lewis-Skelly was felled in the first half just outside the box, with James curling a sumptuous freekick into the top corner.
Man Utd target Jarrad Branthwaite ‘considering Everton future’ after being left out of Thomas Tuchel’s England squad
MANCHESTER UNITED target Jarrad Branthwaite is said to be considering his future after being snubbed for Thomas Tuchel’s maiden England squad. Branthwaite, 22, made his one and only Three Lions cap to date in international friendlies last March under Gareth Southgate. The Everton centre-back was a surprise omission from England’s Euro 2024 squad and had to watch from home as the squad limped its way to the final before being beaten by Spain.
England kitman says shirt blunder in Tuchel’s first game will be fixed for Latvia after eagle-eyed fan points out error
ENGLAND’S kitman admitted to making an shirt blunder in Thomas Tuchel’s first game in charge. The German’s reign got underway on Friday with a routine 2-0 win over Albania. But during the game, eagle-eyed fans spotted a subtle difference to England’s kit. Supporters noticed that the players’ squad numbers were printed on the wrong part of the shirt. In the fixture against Albania, the numbers were put just underneath the Nike logo on the left.
'That was missing' - Brutally blunt Thomas Tuchel reveals ...
THOMAS TUCHEL didn’t hold back in his assessment of Marcus Rashford and Phil Foden’s performances during his first game in charge of England. New boss Tuchel got off to a winning start at Wembley, guiding the Three Lions to a 2-0 victory over Albania, but he still felt there was plenty to work on.
'I don't expect anything': Roy Keane savages England star af...
ROY KEANE slammed the performance of Phil Foden as England cruised to victory over Albania. Thomas Tuchel’s reign began with a 2-0 World Cup qualifying win at Wembley last night. Roy Keane slammed Phil Foden’s performance[/caption] Foden was warned he risks being dropped[/caption] The new boss started Foden, 24, on the right-wing despite his poor form for Manchester City this season. But he failed to impress and was eventually hooked off for Jarrod Bowen after 74 minutes.
‘I don’t expect anything’: Roy Keane savages England star after below-par display in Thomas Tuchel’s first game ...Middle East
ROY KEANE slammed the performance of Phil Foden as England cruised to victory over Albania. Thomas Tuchel’s reign began with a 2-0 World Cup qualifying win at Wembley last night. X / @itvfootballRoy Keane slammed Phil Foden’s performance[/caption] GettyFoden was warned he risks being dropped[/caption] The new boss started Foden, 24, on the right-wing despite his poor form for Manchester City this season. But he failed to impress and was eventually hooked off for Jarrod Bowen after 74 minutes.
Thomas Tuchel scraps Gareth Southgate’s England tradition but move splits fans with some branding it ‘nonsense’ ...Middle East
THOMAS TUCHEL divided fans with numbers – after ditching one of Gareth Southgate’s England traditions. The new boss used squad numbers for his starting team, whereas predecessor Southgate had preferred the good old one to 11.
Thomas Tuchel scraps Gareth Southgate's England tradition bu...
By Tom Barclay MYLES LEWIS-SKELLY made history and Harry Kane extended his own record-breaking as England sunk Albania in Thomas Tuchel’s first game. Lewis-Skelly became the youngest player to score on his Three Lions debut and top goal-getter Kane notched his 70th international strike as Tuchel began his World Cup qualifying campaign with a modest 2-0 win. New boy Dan Burn partnered Ezri Konsa in central defence at Wembley, while Marcus Rashford and Curtis Jones were also handed starts.
Bugged by swarms of ladybugs in your home? As cold weather sets in so do swaths of imposters
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Spotting lots of ladybugs coming out of cracks and holes in your home as the autumn chill settles in? These are not the seven-spotted ones that Tennessee adores. The beetles haunting your home are likely the seven-spotted ladybug's cousin: , also known as the harlequin ladybird or "Halloween beetle" because of its annual autumn appearance. Seven-spotted ladybugs and Asian lady beetles are now among the most common among the hundreds of lady beetle species across North America.
North Carolina pug named Best in Show at National Dog Show
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. โ Pug fans had plenty to be thankful for on Thanksgiving after the toy breed took home Best in Show at the National Dog Show. The winning pug, Vito, was crowned the best of the best out of roughly 2,000 other dogs at the 92nd annual National Dog Show. It's the first time in more than 20 years that a pug has taken the title and the first time in the National Dog Show's run on NBC since it rebranded in 2002. Vito's co-owner, Carolyn Koch, said the pup is just 2-and-a-half years old.
Tennessee officials warn about presidential ballot text scam
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The Tennessee Secretary of State's office warned people about scam texts being sent around on Election Day. According to Secretary of State Tre Hargett, some people received bogus texts claiming their presidential ballots weren't going to be counted. “We have been notified that some Tennessee voters have received a text message stating, ‘Your 2024 presidential election ballot has been officially removed from consideration,’” Hargett said.
Crews find body of final missing Impact Plastics employee in Unicoi Co. more than a month after Helene
Rosa was the last of six missing employees who died from Helene's flooding. She leaves behind a husband and two children. William Edwards, the chief of the Unicoi County Search and Rescue team, confirmed Rosa's body was found Wednesday in a debris pile along Interstate 26 in Erwin and identified on Thursday. The factory Rosa worked at was located along I-26 near the Nolichucky River.
Chicago Bears QB Jay Cutler arrested outside Nashville, Tennessee
FRANKLIN, Tenn. — Former Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler is facing charges in the Nashville area after police said he was driving under the influence and rear-ended another vehicle. Cutler, 41, was arrested in downtown Franklin for DUI, possession of a handgun while under the influence, failure to exercise due care during a collision and implied consent, according to the Franklin Police Department.
Chicago Bears QB Jay Cutler arrested outside Nashville, Tennessee
FRANKLIN, Tenn. — Former Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler is facing charges in the Nashville area after police said he was driving under the influence and rear-ended another vehicle. Cutler, 41, was arrested in downtown Franklin for DUI, possession of a handgun while under the influence, failure to exercise due care during a collision and implied consent, according to the Franklin Police Department.
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