Scots mum dies nine days after calling after calling NHS 24 for cough
A mum-of-four has died just one week after she called NHS 24 over a cough. Kirsten Mclean, 37, from Harthill, was found to be suffering from pneumonia when she was…
Support staff punched, kicked and hit with objects by violent pupils as union calls for help
The GMB union investigation has unveiled a shocking extent of abuse directed at school support staff. Members have reported intolerable levels of abuse at work – reflecting FOI findings that…
Gardening expert explains why you shouldn’t rake fallen leaves in the garden
While it’s generally harmless to leave autumn leaves strewn around your garden, its a good idea to clear them up when they become wet and slippery. Many of us gather…
Judge denies order sought by Black Texas high school student who was punished over his hair
Darryl George spent nearly all of his junior year serving in-school suspension over his hairstyle. HOUSTON — A federal judge on Friday denied a request by a Black high school…
‘Senseless tragedy’ | Man sentenced to 80 years in prison for crash that killed teen
Tobias Victor Soto was struck and killed by Leandro Brito-Martinez while crossing a busy intersection in Round Rock in July 2022, according to prosecutors. ROUND ROCK, Texas — An Austin…
Miracles happen! Anne Hathaway confirms return for ‘Princess Diaries 3’
The actress confirmed she’s returning to the role of Mia Thermopolis. NEW YORK — The queen is coming — back to movie screens. Following confirmation that a ‘Princess Diaries 3’…
Family plans to honor hurricane victim using logs from fallen tree that killed him
Charles Dean’s relatives plan to use some of the wood to craft furniture to donate to the drug recovery centers where he touched many lives. GREENVILLE, S.C. — Charles Dean…
Ribbon cutting held for improvements made to SH 71 in eastern Travis County
The project, which began in February 2021, resulted in two overpasses being built at Ross Road and Kellam Road in Del Valle. AUSTIN, Texas — State and county leaders, along…
San Marcos man sentenced to life in prison for sexual abuse of a child
On Oct. 3, 36-year-old Christopher Head was convicted of continuous sexual abuse of a child younger than 14 years of age. AUSTIN, Texas — A San Marcos man will spend…
Historic Biltmore Estate temporarily closes after damage, significant flooding due to Helene
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WBTV/Gray News) – As much of western North Carolina continues to recover from the effects of Hurricane Helene, the historic Biltmore Estate in Asheville is no exception. On…