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EXPLAINER: Why US inflation is so high, and when it may ease

WASHINGTON (AP) — Inflation is starting to look like that unexpected — and unwanted — houseguest who just won’t leave. For months, many economists had sounded a reassuring message that a spike in consumer prices, something that had been missing…

$3 million marijuana bust linked to two Tennessee men

MURPHY, N.C. (AP) — According to police, two men from Tennessee are facing charges in North Carolina after a report of domestic assault at a casino led to a $3 million marijuana bust. Officers from the Cherokee Indian Police Department…

City of McKenzie prepares for economic growth

MCKENZIE, Tenn. -- The City of McKenzie invited the Municipal Technical Advisory Service to discuss how surrounding communities can prepare for economic growth. "We don't want to be left behind, we don't want…

Biden to make 1st late-night TV appearance as president

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden is getting ready for his first late-night TV appearance since taking office. Biden is set to appear Friday on NBC's “The Tonight Show” with comedian Jimmy Fallon. Biden will appear virtually; the White House…

Santa's House returns to downtown Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. -- You'd usually find him in the North Pole, but for select dates in December, he'll be right here in the Hub City. Christmas is 16 days away, and that…

Mayor Conger names Jackson's new Chief of Police

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson is saying goodbye to one chief, and welcoming in another. Jackson Police Department Chief Julian Wiser announced his retirement in November, and now Assistant Chief Thom…

Reality TV’s Josh Duggar convicted of child porn possession

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (AP) — A federal jury in Arkansas has convicted former reality TV star Josh Duggar of downloading and possessing child pornography. Jurors on Thursday found Duggar guilty of the charges, and Duggar was immediately taken into custody. He…

Tennessee AG's aide joins gov's office, drops high court bid

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee Attorney General Herbert Slatery's top deputy has dropped out of contention for a state Supreme Court opening and instead is joining Gov. Bill Lee's office as his chief legal counsel. Lee's office on Wednesday announced…

Biden sounds alarm at virtual summit about global democracy

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden has opened the first White House Summit for Democracy by sounding an alarm about a global slide for democratic institutions. He's calling for world leaders to “lock arms” and demonstrate that democracies can deliver.…

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