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21/09/2024

The Lady Vols soccer team squares off against Alabama tomorrow at 2 p.m. on ESPNU. https://tinyurl.com/3zc9bz6r

Hezbollah leaders among 37 killed in Israeli strike in Lebanon 21/09/2024

Two Hezbollah leaders were among those killed in an Israeli airstrike on a Beirut suburb, Israel’s military said Saturday.

Hezbollah leaders among 37 killed in Israeli strike in Lebanon The death toll from an Israeli airstrike on a Beirut suburb rose to 31, including seven women and three children.

Vanderbilt University reaches $55 million settlement in financial aid lawsuit 21/09/2024

The lawsuit claims that these universities “provided less financial aid than they would have provided had there been full and fair competition.”

Vanderbilt University reaches $55 million settlement in financial aid lawsuit “Though we believe the plaintiffs’ claims are without merit, we have reached a settlement in order to maintain our commitment to the privacy of our students and families and keep our focus on providing talented scholars from all social, cultural and economic backgrounds one of the world’s best...

Harris accepts CNN’s invite for another presidential debate; no word yet from Trump 21/09/2024

Vice President Kamala Harris has accepted an invitation from CNN for another presidential debate.

Harris accepts CNN’s invite for another presidential debate; no word yet from Trump

Varsity All Access: Week 5 Scores & Highlights 21/09/2024

Check out the scores as we're halfway through the season!

Varsity All Access: Week 5 Scores & Highlights The 2024 high school football season hits the halfway point on Friday with one of the best slates of games we’ve seen this season. Here are five of the best games on this week’s Varsity All Access Powered by 5Star Preps.

FEMA accidentally sends news release declaring disaster for Cowboys after loss to Saints 21/09/2024

The Dallas Cowboys’ blowout loss last week against the New Orleans Saints was reportedly called a federal disaster by a government agency, accidentally.

FEMA accidentally sends news release declaring disaster for Cowboys after loss to Saints The Dallas Cowboys' blowout loss last week against the New Orleans Saints was reportedly called a federal disaster by a government agency, accidentally.

Temperatures continue to climb with limited rain chances for the weekend 21/09/2024

Even with the first day of fall coming up on Sunday, we won’t feel like it 🥵☀️.

Temperatures continue to climb with limited rain chances for the weekend Even with the first day of fall coming up on Sunday we won’t feel like it as temperatures are making a run towards the 90s. We could also use the rain with the dry conditions we are seeing and there is a chance for better rain coverage, but we’ll have to watch the tropics for that.

Driver killed in crash after vehicle splits in half 21/09/2024

Video from the scene showed a vehicle on a sidewalk with the back end sheared off.

Driver killed in crash after vehicle splits in half A person has died following a crash that split a vehicle in half on Friday afternoon in Arizona.

Fed lowers interest rates with surprising jumbo half-point cut 21/09/2024

Fed officials are trying to prevent an economic slowdown from getting worse. What rate cuts are expected next in 2025?

Fed lowers interest rates with surprising jumbo half-point cut Fed officials are trying to prevent an economic slowdown from getting worse.

‘He was supposed to be safe’: 15-year-old shot and killed getting off school bus 21/09/2024

The Muscogee County School District called the shooting senseless while saying its thoughts and prayers are with the family.

‘He was supposed to be safe’: 15-year-old shot and killed getting off school bus A Georgia teenager died in a shooting after getting off a school bus Thursday afternoon.

21/09/2024

What are your favorite country songs that feature East Tennessee? 🎵

‘I have nobody now’: Son mourning death of parents who died in fire at their family home 21/09/2024

The fire department said it took about an hour to get the fire under control.

‘I have nobody now’: Son mourning death of parents who died in fire at their family home A son is mourning the loss of his parents who died in a house fire earlier this week.

21/09/2024

It's game day Vols fans 😤! The biggest test of the season so far comes tonight against Oklahoma at 7:30 on ABC. https://tinyurl.com/3mtbcpkt

‘The West Wing’ cast visits the White House for a 25th anniversary party 21/09/2024

It was clear in the speeches and the party’s touches that at least a few “West Wing” fans work in the White House.

‘The West Wing’ cast visits the White House for a 25th anniversary party With President Joe Biden away from the White House, it was left Friday to another man with Oval Office experience to stand at the front of the Rose Garden and give a rousing call to service.

Governor Andy Beshear calls for Rep. Daniel Grossberg to resign 21/09/2024

It comes after several women have come forward with sexual misconduct and harassment allegations against him.

Governor Andy Beshear calls for Rep. Daniel Grossberg to resign Governor Andy Beshear calls for Rep. Daniel Grossberg to resign

South Carolina inmate dies by lethal injection in state’s first ex*****on in 13 years 21/09/2024

The South Carolina Supreme Court has cleared the way to hold an ex*****on every five weeks.

South Carolina inmate dies by lethal injection in state’s first ex*****on in 13 years South Carolina is set to execute its first inmate in 13 years after an unintended pause because the state could not obtain the drugs needed for lethal injections.

Arraignment set for Letcher Co. sheriff 21/09/2024

The sheriff was charged with first degree murder after police said he shot and killed a district judge.

Arraignment set for Letcher Co. sheriff Mickey Stines will appear for an arraignment next week.

FTC sues over allegedly inflated insulin prices 21/09/2024

The federal government is suing some big pharmacy benefit managers over a system of drug rebates that regulators say has made the price of insulin soar for diabetic patients.

FTC sues over allegedly inflated insulin prices

Texas man accused of ‘threatening to lynch and kill’ Nashville DA, DOJ says 21/09/2024

A Texas man is facing federal charges after allegedly threatening to lynch and kill Nashville District Attorney Glenn Funk.

Texas man accused of ‘threatening to lynch and kill’ Nashville DA, DOJ says If convicted, the suspect faces up to five years in federal prison.

21/09/2024

Check this out: ORAU’s main campus is home to a pond, which was lit up by more than 400 bags decorated with the name of a loved one who had battled cancer. https://tinyurl.com/3ydfknay

Father turns in 10-year-old son for making school shooting threat, sheriff says 21/09/2024

A 10-year-old boy in Florida is facing a felony charge after his father turned him in Thursday for threatening to “shoot up” an area high school.

Father turns in 10-year-old son for making school shooting threat, sheriff says

11-year-old girl saves 7 siblings from burning home: ‘Teach your kids fire safety’ 21/09/2024

Trinity's mother is proud AND grateful for her daughter's quick thinking.

11-year-old girl saves 7 siblings from burning home: ‘Teach your kids fire safety’ An 11-year-old girl in Wisconsin credits her family's safety plan after she saved her siblings in a house fire.

Archaeologists discover ‘anti-vampire’ burial of a child dating back to 13th century 21/09/2024

An "anti-vampire" burial? 🧛‍♂️

Archaeologists discover ‘anti-vampire’ burial of a child dating back to 13th century The skeletons were found by workers removing tree roots to repair a wall at a former bishop’s gardens on a hill called Góra Chełmska in the city of Chełm.

More than 300 school threats investigated in Tennessee since Aug. 1, two more students arrested 21/09/2024

The Department of Safety and Homeland Security investigated more than 320 threats against Tennessee schools since Aug. 1, according to officials with the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office.

More than 300 school threats investigated in Tennessee since Aug. 1, two more students arrested The Department of Safety and Homeland Security investigated more than 320 threats since Aug. 1.

House unanimously votes to boost Trump security as Congress scrambles to ensure candidate safety 21/09/2024

Lawmakers are scrambling to ensure that the U.S. Secret Service has enough money and resources to keep the nation’s presidential candidates safe.

House unanimously votes to boost Trump security as Congress scrambles to ensure candidate safety The House on Friday overwhelmingly passed bipartisan legislation 405-0 to require the agency use the same standards when assigning agents to major presidential candidates as they do presidents and vice presidents.

21/09/2024

The Lady Vols soccer team will travel to Tuscaloosa to play Alabama this Sunday at 7 p.m. on ESPNU ⚽. https://tinyurl.com/3zc9bz6r

Seeking to counter China, US awards $3 billion for EV battery production in 14 states 21/09/2024

The Biden administration is awarding over $3 billion to U.S. companies to boost domestic production of advanced batteries and other materials used for electric vehicles.

Seeking to counter China, US awards $3 billion for EV battery production in 14 states The grants will fund a total of 25 projects in 14 states, including battleground states such as Michigan and North Carolina, as well as Ohio, Texas, South Carolina and Louisiana.

21/09/2024

You may notice some familiar faces on stage! Morgan Wallen brought out the National Champion Tennessee baseball team inside Neyland Stadium tonight!

UT men’s basketball team hires Lady Vols’ Kim Caldwell’s husband 21/09/2024

The Vols have a new player development coordinator 👀.

UT men’s basketball team hires Lady Vols’ Kim Caldwell’s husband The Tennessee men’s basketball team announced the hiring of Justin Caldwell, husband of Lady Vols head coach Kim Caldwell, as player development coordinator.

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Check this out: ORAU’s main campus is home to a pond, which was lit up by more than 400 bags decorated with the name of ...
You may notice some familiar faces on stage! Morgan Wallen brought out the National Champion Tennessee baseball team ins...
Tennessee has arrived! WVLT is in Oklahoma as the Vols prepare to take on the Sooners.
Atmosphere is a big factor on game day! Find out which stadium the Vols think is the loudest:
Ted has MADE it to the University of Oklahoma, where he's helping represent the WVLT Sports team! Track his journey here...
He's headed back! Here's a look at Josh Heupel as he gets ready to go back to his alma mater with the Tennessee football...
Ted's crossed the state line to Oklahoma! He'll be cheering on the Vols. Want to see his whole journey? Check it out her...
People are already lining up outside Neyland Stadium for Morgan Wallen! Here's what you need to know: https://tinyurl.co...
Ted's headed to Oklahoma... where was he last night? Want to see his whole journey? Check it out here! https://tinyurl.c...
Here's the latest from Meteorologist Heather Haley, who has your #AllVolForecast presented by Food City!
We're catching up with Ted's journey to Oklahoma! He'll be cheering on the Vols as they face their biggest challenge yet...
WVLT's Ted Hall is on his way to Oklahoma for the Tennessee game! What are your favorite road trip snacks?