Mysterious clown spotted in Wisconsin
A creepy clown has been spotted roaming the streets of Green Bay, Wisconsin in the middle of the night. He’s been nicknamed “Gags” the Green Bay Clown after his photos surfaced on social media this week. But nobody knows where he comes from.
Aug 4, 2016
White House forced to comment on creepy clown epidemic
At the daily White House press briefing, Josh Earnest is asked by Bloomberg’s Justin Sink about the reports of clown sightings in various states across the country. Earnest says that he does not “know that the President has been briefed” on the situation yet.
World
Oct 5, 2016
Creepy clown phenomenon spreads to B.C.
The “creepy clown” phenomenon has spread to B.C., and two teens from Prince George have been arrested. Jennifer Palma has more.
Global News Hour at 6 BC
Oct 7, 2016
Creepy clown sightings continue to mount in the US as Halloween approaches
Police in several states are investigating after “creepy clowns” have been popping up on social media and making threats against local schools.
World
Oct 5, 2016
York Region encouraging people not to wear creepy clown costumes this Halloween
Tue, Oct 25: The residents of York Region are encouraged not to wear creepy clown costumes this Halloween despite the fact there have been almost no calls for clowns terrorizing people in that region. Catherine McDonald reports.
Global News at 5:30 Toronto
Oct 25, 2016
Southern Alberta man regrets dressing as creepy clown
A bizarre trend of people dressing like creepy clowns has hit southern Alberta. The latest sighting was in Taber earlier this week. But as Sarah Komadina explains, even the man behind the mask admits the prank has gone too far.
Global News at 11 Lethbridge
Oct 8, 2016
US chain yanks Halloween clown costumes in response to creepy clown phenomenon
US chain store Suncoast Goodwill has decided to pull all Halloween clown costumes from its shelves in response to the creepy clown phenomenon. Mary McGuire reports.
Crime
Oct 13, 2016
What’s up with scary clowns?
Global BC’s Squire Barnes digs into the creepy clown phenomenon.
Global News Hour at 6 BC
Oct 12, 2016
Creepy Clown Craze Sweeps the Globe
Reports of menacing clowns have emerged across the world including sightings in the US, Canada and Europe. Professional clowns Stacey Laureyssens & Allan Turner join us to talk about the impact this creepy clown craze has had on professional clowns
The Morning Show
Oct 11, 2016
Massachusetts police release bizarre ‘creepy clown’ PSA video
The Dartmouth Police Department has released a public service announcement to anyone considering taking part in the creepy clown craze, but the video may be just as bizarre as the clowns themselves.
World
Oct 11, 2016
Video of ‘creepy clown’ hanging onto back of bus leaves Detroit commuters frightened
It was a terrifying sight for some bus riders in Detroit, Michigan over the weekend. A person dressed up in a clown costume was hanging on the back of a bus and it was all caught on camera.
World
Oct 12, 2016
An app to track creepy clowns
Tue, Oct 18: Have you ever wanted to keep tabs on all the creepy clowns in your neighbourhood? Well, there’s an app for that. Global’s Tim Sargeant reports.
Global News at 5:30 and 6:30
Oct 18, 2016
Retailers pull clown costumes, masks
Some big retailers across the U.S. and Canada pull clown costumes, masks and decorations after the recent spate of creepy clown sightings
The Morning Show
Oct 19, 2016
Professional clown performers concerned over ‘creepy clown’ trend
Stacey Laureyssens of Clowns Canada and professional clown, Allan Turner, say they’re concerned the growing number of pranksters dressed as clowns is jeopardizing the safety of professional clowns, and they’re worried someone will get hurt.
The Morning Show
Oct 11, 2016
Would you accept donuts from a creepy clown?
Donut company launches viral campaign that sees evil clowns delivering donuts to unsuspecting customers
The Morning Show
Oct 2, 2018
‘Creepy clown’ craze now threatening UK after multiple reported sightings
Police in Britain have warned people who are thinking about using threatening weapons in the global “killer clown” prank, that they will be arrested.
Oct 11, 2016
How to talk to your kids about the ‘Creepy Clown’ phenomenon
It’s a creepy trend that has swept across North America frightened children and parents. Clowns are the new “monsters under the bed” for many kids — as clown related school threats continue to pop up. Now experts weigh in on how best to talk to your kids about the “creepy clown” problem.
Crime
Oct 7, 2016
The creepy clown phenomenon keeps spreading
Sat, Oct 8: There is a bit of a creepy phenomenon happening and it’s no laughing matter. There are threats being made over the internet by people dressed as clowns. Mike Drolet reports.
Global National
Oct 8, 2016
Students report creepy clown encounters at Missouri school
Extra security on hand at schools in St. Joseph, Missouri after multiple students receive online threats from creepy clowns. KSHB’s Lexi Sutter reports.
World
Oct 3, 2016