America's Creepy Clown Craze
Clowns are creepy, but it's really hard to turn down a free hug. A recent rash of clown sightings, beginning in South Carolina this summer, has people on edge. But this isn't the first time clowns have caused a panic. Vox takes you through the history of creepy clowns in America, and how these once-loved entertainers got such a bad rap.