July 14, 2026
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G7 leaders back Trump’s deal to end Iran war as more details of it emerge
EVIAN-LES-BAINS, France (AP) — Leaders at the Group of Seven summit on Wednesday threw their support behind U.S. President Donald Trump’s tentative agreement with Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz and extend a shaky ceasefire.
Today in History
Today is Thursday, June 18, the 169th day of 2026. There are 196 days left in the year.
‘A million years isn’t enough’: Victims’ relatives confront Gilgo Beach serial killer at sentencing
RIVERHEAD, N.Y. (AP) — After decades waiting for justice, relatives of women murdered by New York’s Gilgo Beach serial killer laid into him Wednesday before he was sentenced to life in prison. He told them: “I am responsible” for the crimes.
TDOT provides updates on US 11E project
The Tennessee Department of Transportation road project to improve State Route 34, better known as U.S. 11E from State Route 32, also known as U.S. 25E/Davy Crockett Parkway, has made considerable progress.
Hamblen County Road Commission moves closer to final day
The Hamblen County Road Commission moved one step closer to its disbandment as the Hamblen County Finance Committee advanced a measure that would amend the private-act governing the body to eliminate the board effective Aug. 31, 2028.
Smokies Magic Number
Smokies host Lookouts needing 4 wins to clinch playoff berth
Lakeway Area Crime
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