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- Bus Driver Awarded For Bravery
  A swift move by a local bus driver saved the lives of several children. Wednesday, she was honored for her bravery.
- Car Nearly Split In Two In Bristol Tennessee Wreck
  A man was airlifted to the hospital after his car crashed into a tree and was nearly split in two.
- New Signs Direct Kingsport Drivers
  Kingsport city leaders have bought new signs for city roads.
- Power Bills To Rise Slightly Despite Warm Winter
  Tennessee electric bills are expected to rise in the month of June according to the Tennessee Valley Authority.
- Johnson City Gets High Marks For Job Growth
  One of the Tri-Cities is getting high marks when it comes to jobs.
Virginia News
- Virginia Transportation Board In Abingdon
  The Commonwealth Transportation Board will hold a meeting in Abingdon today.
- Domestic Violence Call Leads To Arson Arrest
  Washington County, Virginia officers arrested a man for arson, while on a domestic violence call.
- Democratic Challenger To Morgan Griffith Begins Campaign
  The Virginia Ninth District Democratic nomination convention is this Saturday in Dublin, and they already have their nominee.
- Virginia Launching Innovational Program To Help Veterans Find Jobs
  Virginia s launching a "first of its kind" program to help veterans find jobs.
- Former Professor Donates House, Land To E&H
  Emory & Henry College has a new 72-acre classroom.
Regional News
- Eleven Indicted For Meth Manufacture Conspiracy
  On April 10, 2012, a federal grand jury in Greeneville returned an eight count indictment against eleven people.
- The Obama Administration Unveiles Its National Alzheimer’s Plan
  The plan gives the nation a deadline to come up with effective treatments and prevention strategies.
- Grant Money Helps Clean Mining Damage
  Southwest Virginia is receiving some help to clean up damage caused by abandoned coal mines.
- Alpha Creates Mine Safety Nonprofit
  Bristol-based coal company Alpha Natural Resources is creating and contributing to a foundation designed to improve mine safety and health.
- Family Welcomes New Baby On Mother's Day
  The Buchanan family wasn't expecting to deliver newborn Trent Reid this early, but it was a nice Mother's Day surprise.
Local Sports
- High School Scores: 5-16-12
  High school athletic directors can report scores by calling 276-645-1521, or by emailing sports@wcyb.com.
- Frazier Homers Twice, Reds Beat Mets
  Todd Frazier homered twice, Brandon Phillips hit a tying single off Jon Rauch in the eighth and the Cincinnati Reds beat the New York Mets 6-3 Wednesday night.
- Marlins Top First Place Braves
  Giancarlo Stanton hit a two-run homer and possibly saved two runs with a diving catch and the Miami Marlins beat the Braves 8-4 on Wednesday night, adding another win to their impressive May record.
- Titans Sign Third Round Pick
  The Tennessee Titans have agreed to a contract with third-round pick defensive tackle Mike Martin.
- Debby Jennings Retiring From Lady Vols Media Relations Post
  Tennessee associate athletics director for media relations Debby Jennings has announced she is retiring after 35 seasons as the media relations contact for the Lady Vol basketball program.

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- Gov. Bill Haslam Signs Synthetic Drug Bills In Tri-Cities
  Students at Tennessee High School in Bristol witnessed synthetic drug history in the Volunteer State on Monday as Governor Bill Haslam signed the synthetic drug bills into law. Click for video
- FTC: Skechers 'Shape-Ups' Claims Were False
  According to the FTC, Skechers agreed to pay a hefty $40 million fine to settle charges the California-based company deceived consumers.
- Car Nearly Split In Two In Bristol Tennessee Wreck
  A man was airlifted to the hospital after his car crashed into a tree and was nearly split in two.
- Free Tracking Bracelets Help Locate Dementia Patients
  New facts released by the Alzheimer's Association reveal by the year 2050, 16 million Americans will have Alzheimer's. One of the higher risks for people with this disease is wandering away from home. Click for video
- Do's And Don'ts For Grilling Season
  'Tis the season for grilling, the warm weather is always enticing us to get outdoors. But accidents can happen and flames can spread quickly. Local firefighters say there are common mistakes people make every grilling season. Click for video
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- Obama Presents Medal Of Honor To Widow
  President Barack Obama awards the Medal of Honor to the widow of Spec. Leslie Sabo Jr. who died during combat in the Vietnam War.
- Biden Fires At GOP: 'They Don't Get Us'
  Vice President Joe Biden accuses Republicans of misunderstanding what Democrats stand for while speaking in Youngstown, Ohio.
- Summer Hiring Heats Up
  Looking for a summer job? You might be in luck if you're willing to stick around.
- Get The Sunscreen 411
  Before you buy sunscreen for the summer, get the 411 on what's worth your money.
- Tree-Trimmer Falls On Chainsaw, Survives
  A man miraculous survives after cutting his own neck with a chainsaw.
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- Most Recent Local Mug Shots
  Mug shots on the WCYB Crime Report are from local law enforcement agencies and are public record. All persons in these photos were charged and are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Being arrested does not imply guilt and under no circumstances does News 5 claim or imply anyone on the WCYB Crime Report is guilty of a crime.
- Lying For A Job: Famous Resume Fibbers
  Yahoo! CEO Scott Thompson is only the latest big name to be accused of padding their resume.
- Highlights From U.S. Annual Health Report
  On May 16, the Centers for Disease Control released their 35th annual report titled "Health, United States, 2011." This report includes a compilation of health data through 2010 from a number of sources within the federal government and in the private sector. Here are some interesting highlights.
- Most Recent Photos
  New photos sent in by our viewers and staff.
- Last Month's Top Ten Stories
  These are the top ten most popular stories on WCYB.com for April 2012.
- Johnson City Warehouse Fire Photos
  Pictures of a massive fire at an abandoned warehouse in Johnson City.