‘This was my best friend that got killed’ | Death row inmate’s loved ones, private investigator, calling for exoneration

Gary Wayne Sutton’s been on Tennessee’s death row for decades. BLOUNT COUNTY, Tenn. — Thirty-two years ago, Tennessee investigators found the bodies of siblings Tommy Griffin and Connie Branham. They also found a burned-out car and a burned trailer connected to the crimes in Blount and Sevier counties. Gary Wayne Sutton, and his uncle, James … Read more

Allisha Gray becomes first player to win both 3-point and skills competition at WNBA All-Star

“It’s very cool. Now I’m glad I accepted the call when they asked me to play in both of them,” Gray said. “Now I get another 55K in my pocket.” PHOENIX — Allisha Gray turned WNBA All-Star weekend’s opening night into her own show. The Atlanta Dream guard had a historic evening, becoming the first player … Read more

‘We haven’t changed it’: Spangler Candy Company celebrates 100th birthday of Dum-Dum Pops

Spangler bought the suckers from the Akron Candy Company in 1953. BRYAN, Ohio — Nestled in the near 9,000-person population of Bryan, Ohio, Spangler Candy Company is celebrating one of its most iconic product’s 100th birthday: the Dum-Dum Pop.  “Dum-Dums is just such a popular candy and part of the reason I think it’s lasted … Read more