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Woman fatally hit by train in Tennessee

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Police say a woman was fatally injured when she was struck by a train in Tennessee. Police said the woman was walking with a man along tracks shortly after 2 p.m. Friday when they heard a…

Biden budget seeks more for schools, health care and housing

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden has released a $1.5 trillion wish list for inclusion in the federal budget. He's asking for substantial gains for education, health care, housing and environmental protection. But Republicans are complaining that there isn't more…

Prince Philip, husband of Queen Elizabeth II, dies at 99

LONDON (AP) — Buckingham Palace says Prince Philip, the irascible and tough-minded husband of Queen Elizabeth II, has died. He spent more than seven decades supporting his wife in a role that both defined and constricted his life. His life…

Background checks no longer required for Tennessee gunowners

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee has become the latest state to allow most adults 21 and older carry handguns without first clearing a background check and training. Gov. Bill Lee Thursday signed the measure into law on Thursday. Lee initially…

Bill on handling of fetal remains advances in Tennessee

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee Republicans are backing legislation that would require medical providers to cremate or bury fetal remains from surgical abortions. They're doing so over objections that the measure could stigmatize a legally available procedure. The proposal is…

Tiger Woods was speeding before crashing SUV, sheriff says

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Authorities say Tiger Woods was speeding when he crashed an SUV in Southern California less than two months ago, leaving the golf superstar seriously injured. Los Angeles County Sheriff Alex Villanueva said Wednesday that Woods was…

Gov. Lee takes stand against ‘vaccine passports’

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee has joined fellow Republicans nationwide to advocate against COVID-19 vaccine passports, which are being developed to let inoculated people travel, shop and dine more freely. The GOP governor tweeted Tuesday that he…

Man, a steal! Rare Superman comic sells for record $3.25M

NEW YORK (AP) — One of the few copies of the comic book that introduced Superman to the world has sold for a super-sized, record-setting price. The issue of Action Comics #1 went for $3.25 million in a private sale…

Navy medic shoots 2 US sailors; is stopped, killed on base

FREDERICK, Md. (AP) — Authorities say a Navy medic shot and wounded two U.S. sailors at a military facility before fleeing to a nearby Army base where security forces shot and killed him. Fort Detrick officials identified Tuesday's shooter as…

Tennessee governor joins GOP push against vaccine passports

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee has joined fellow Republicans nationwide to advocate against COVID-19 vaccine passports, which are being developed to let inoculated people travel, shop and dine more freely. The GOP governor tweeted Tuesday that he…

Why is North Korea skipping the Tokyo Olympics?

SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — North Korea, citing the coronavirus, has become the world’s first country to drop out of the Tokyo Olympics. It’s true that the North is extremely sensitive about COVID-19, knowing that a widespread outbreak in a…

Senate OKs bill allowing opt-out of LGBT curriculum

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee’s Republican-dominant Senate have advanced legislation that would require school districts to alert parents of any instruction on sexual orientation or gender identity. The bill also allows parents or guardians to opt their students out of…

Former resort being redeveloped in $140 million project

ROBINSONVILLE, Miss. (AP) - A former resort in north Mississippi is being redeveloped into a $140 million complex. Designs include a 20-acre water park, golf course, youth sports center, hotels and other amenities. Phase one of the redesign of Harrah’s…

4-year-old fatally shot in car in Memphis, Tennessee

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Police in Memphis, Tennessee, say a 4-year-old boy has died after he was shot from inside a car carrying him and several adult males. Memphis police said on Twitter that the shooting occurred Saturday. Police said…

Supreme Court gets backup on unwanted texts

WASHINGTON (AP) - Ever find yourself bugged by unwanted calls or texts on your smartphone? If you answered yes, a Supreme Court decision is unlikely to please you. The high court has sided with Facebook in a lawsuit over unwanted…

Rapper DMX on life support after heart attack, lawyer says

(AP) --DMX’s longtime New York-based lawyer, Murray Richman, said the rapper was on life support Saturday evening at White Plains Hospital. Richman says the artist had a heart attack. He said he could not confirm reports that DMX overdosed on…

Facebook data on more than 500M accounts found online

NEW YORK (AP) — Details from more than 500 million Facebook users have been found available on a website for hackers. The information appears to be several years old, but it is another example of the vast amount of information…

White House to build community vaccination center in Memphis

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — President Joe Biden’s administration and the state of Tennessee are building a new community center for COVID-19 vaccinations in Memphis. The White House said Wednesday that the community vaccination site will be located on the grounds…

April, the giraffe that became an online star, dies

HARPURSVILLE, N.Y. (AP) — A rural New York zoo says the giraffe that became a sensation when her 2017 pregnancy and delivery were live-streamed has been euthanized because of advancing arthritis. A statement from Animal Adventure Park's veterinarians says 20-year-old…

Most popular Easter candy for 2021

(CBSNewspath) -- EASTER CANDY: Got a sweet tooth? RetailMeNot surveyed people to find the most popular Easter candy for 2021. Here's a look at the sweet stats.

1M Tennesseans vaccinated against COVID-19

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee's Department of Health has announced that 1 million residents have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19. According to a news release on Thursday, roughly 22% of the state’s approximate 7 million population has received at least…

CDC: Fully vaccinated people can travel safely again

NEW YORK (AP) — Add travel to the activities vaccinated Americans can safely enjoy again. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention updated its guidance Friday to say fully vaccinated people can travel within the U.S. without getting a COVID-19…

Car rams Capitol barricade, injuring 2 officers; driver shot

WASHINGTON (AP) — A car has rammed a barricade outside the U.S. Capitol, injuring two Capitol Police officers and leading to the driver being shot. That's according to two law enforcement officials who spoke to The Associated Press on Friday…

Rider injured when ejected from Tennessee mountain coaster

GATLINBURG, Tenn. (AP) — State officials say a rider was ejected from a Tennessee mountain coaster and was hospitalized with head, wrist and ankle injuries. A report submitted by the Gatlinburg Mountain Coaster's owner to the Tennessee Department of Labor…

$10k reward offered for info on bald eagle shooter in Lake County

TIPTONVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Wildlife officials are offering a $10,000 reward in their investigation into the killing of a bald eagle in West Tennessee. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency are seeking the public’s…

Pfizer says its COVID-19 vaccine protects younger teens

Pfizer says its COVID-19 vaccine is safe and strongly protective in kids as young as 12. The announcement Wednesday marks a step toward possibly beginning shots in this age group before the next school year. Most COVID-19 vaccines being rolled…

37 charged in violent drug ring led from inside Tennessee prison

(AP) -- A prosecutor says dozens face federal charges in a violent, years-long drug ring that an inmate orchestrated from inside a Tennessee state prison using smuggled cellphones. According to a news release from acting U.S. Attorney Mary Jane Stewart,…

World’s last Blockbuster more popular after Netflix show

BEND, Ore. (AP) — The Blockbuster video rental store in Bend, Oregon soared to international fame when it became the last such franchise on Earth in 2019. Now, a new Netflix documentary called “The Last Blockbuster” has spurred even more…

Tennessee Gov. Lee gets 1st dose of COVID-19 vaccine

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee says he has received his first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. Asked by a reporter Monday, the Republican said he had the initial Pfizer shot Saturday and will get the second dose…

Tennessee flood deaths rise to 6 with more rain coming

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee emergency officials say a sixth person died in flash flooding over the weekend, and four of the six deaths involved cars. A vehicle driven by Donna Adams was swept into Big Creek in Hawkins County…

Gov. Lee receives first dose of COVID vaccine

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee says he has received his first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. Asked by a reporter Monday, the Republican said he had the initial Pfizer shot Saturday and will get the second dose…

Tennessee lawmakers sending gov permitless carry gun bill

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee will soon be able to sign off on his proposal to let most adults 21 and older to carry handguns — concealed or openly — without a license that presently requires a…

Ban on renter evictions during pandemic is extended

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration is extending a federal moratorium on evictions of tenants who've fallen behind on rent during the coronavirus pandemic. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Monday moved to continue the pandemic-related protection, which…

Tennessee man searches for unmarked graves of veterans

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (AP) — A retired Air Force veteran and historian with several East Tennessee veterans groups has made it his mission to find and document the unmarked and undermarked graves of local veterans, no matter how old. The…

Finally free: Cargo ship no longer blocking Suez Canal

SUEZ, Egypt (AP) — A canal service provider says workers have successfully set free a colossal container ship that for nearly a week has been stuck sideways across the Suez Canal, one of the world’s most crucial arteries for trade.…

Record rains cause flash flooding in Tennessee; 4 dead

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) —Heavy rain across Tennessee has flooded homes and roads, prompting officials to carry out numerous rescues. The flooding is being blamed for at least four deaths. Metropolitan Nashville Police say the body of a man whose car…

Rain swamps Bristol dirt track; NASCAR to try again Monday

BRISTOL, Tenn. (AP) — NASCAR will try to run its first Cup Series race on dirt since 1970 on Monday after heavy rain swamped Bristol Motor Speedway. The converted track already was facing challenges before torrential overnight rain flooded the…

Eddie Murphy inducted into NAACP Image Awards Hall of Fame

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Eddie Murphy was inducted into the NAACP Image Awards Hall of Fame at the organization’s show that highlighted works by entertainers and athletes of color. After Murphy accepted the induction award Saturday night, the actor-comedian said…

Smokies offering Storybook Trail for families this spring

GATLINBURG, Tenn. (AP) — A trail in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park will be lined with pages from children’s storybooks this spring. Beginning April 3, families can walk the Storybook Trail of the Smokies to see a story unfold.…