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Crime-courts

US Marshals arrest 'hypermasculine' social media stars Andrew and Tristan Tate, UK seeks extradition

US Marshals arrest 'hypermasculine' social media stars Andrew and Tristan Tate, UK seeks extradition

  • Lisa Baertlein REUTERS

The U.S. Marshals Service arrested Andrew and Tristan Tate on Saturday as Britain's Crown Prosecution Service said it would seek extradition on charges of rape, bodily harm and human trafficking.

Haitians set to lose TPS protections July 24; what to know

Haitians set to lose TPS protections July 24; what to know

  • Jacqueline Charles Miami Herald

After the Supreme Court cleared the way for the Trump administration to end Temporary Protected Status for Haitians, more than 350,000 are expected to lose their legal authorization to live and work in the U.S. on July 24, leaving them vulnerable to detention and deportation if they do not h…

Apple lawsuit threatens OpenAI plans for rival devices

Apple lawsuit threatens OpenAI plans for rival devices

  • Mark Gurman Bloomberg News

By combining former Apple engineers with legendary designers — and pairing that expertise with the industry’s leading artificial intelligence technology — OpenAI positioned itself to potentially become Apple’s most formidable hardware competitor in years. That prospect comes as Apple struggl…

What to do if you're stopped by immigration agents

What to do if you're stopped by immigration agents

  • Jeanine Santucci USA Today

Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers shot and killed a driver July 13 in Maine, Reuters reported, less than a week after an ICE agent shot and killed a man in a traffic stop in Texas.

Protests break out in Maine after ICE agents fatally shot man

Protests break out in Maine after ICE agents fatally shot man

  • CBC English

An ICE agent fatally shot a man in Biddeford, Maine, sparking protests across the state. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security claims the man was using his vehicle as a weapon. It's the second time within a week that a federal immigration officer has killed someone in the United States.

Florida OpenAI lawsuit heads to federal court

Florida OpenAI lawsuit heads to federal court

  • USA Today - Vertical

Florida sues OpenAI, naming Sam Altman, with the case moved to federal court citing child-safety, chat logs and a criminal probe.

Nvidia AI Demand Stays Strong, Execs Say

Nvidia AI Demand Stays Strong, Execs Say

  • WooGlobe - News

Artificial intelligence executives say demand for AI computing infrastructure remains strong despite recent volatility in chip stocks. Industry leaders including former Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger said AI demand is "almost unlimited," with energy supply being the main constraint. Nebius, Cerebra…

Family demands answers in death of young Black man in Mississippi

Family demands answers in death of young Black man in Mississippi

    A mother on Friday pleaded for anyone to come forward with information about what happened to her son whose body was found on an island off the coast of Mississippi.

    Nolan Wells’ Best Friend Says His Case Is 'Not a Whole Race Thing'

    Nolan Wells’ Best Friend Says His Case Is 'Not a Whole Race Thing'

      Nolan Wells' best friend -- Jayvon Williams -- is speaking out ... and while he thinks things aren't lining up in the case, he believes this whole investigation is being misconstrued.

      Mississippi mother makes plea for transparency in death investigation of teen son

      Mississippi mother makes plea for transparency in death investigation of teen son

        Nolan Wells' mother made an emotional plea calling for transparency after deleted texts and a filmed altercation raised new questions about his death.

        Officers: Man amassed trash in Arizona national forest

        Officers: Man amassed trash in Arizona national forest

          The Arizona man pleaded guilty to violating fire restrictions and unlawfully using federal land as a residence, court records show.

          AI Money Enters Politics

          AI Money Enters Politics

            AI companies and executives are increasing political spending ahead of the 2026 midterms as they seek to influence Congress’s first national artificial intelligence legislation.

            Toddler found alive in hospital morgue after being pronounced dead

            Toddler found alive in hospital morgue after being pronounced dead

              When a police officer questioned the declaration, the doctor reportedly dismissed the concern.

              Judge: E. Jean Carroll can collect $5 million from Trump

              Judge: E. Jean Carroll can collect $5 million from Trump

                A federal judge allowed the payment to the writer after a jury found Trump liable for abuse claims; the Supreme Court declined to take the case initially.

                Local News

                Foothills Conservancy of NC expands staff with new operations manager

                Foothills Conservancy of NC expands staff with new operations manager

                The position was identified as a priority during the organization's strategic planning process.

                Audit finds North Carolina behind on inspecting old dumps, landfills for hazards

                Audit finds North Carolina behind on inspecting old dumps, landfills for hazards

                Old landfills and dumps that could contain dangerous materials are going uninspected across North Carolina, a new audit found. 

                Raises are coming for NC teachers and state employees. When will they show up in paychecks?

                Raises are coming for NC teachers and state employees. When will they show up in paychecks?

                Here’s everything you should know about the timing of raises and bonuses if you are paid by the state.

                Detention officer saves woman trapped in overturned vehicle on I-40

                Detention officer saves woman trapped in overturned vehicle on I-40

                "It felt like instinct more than anything else, but I know that instinct came from good training.”

                State & Regional

                NC families may spend $800+ on school supplies. Will they have to pay sales tax?

                NC families may spend $800+ on school supplies. Will they have to pay sales tax?

                But unlike some of its neighbors in the South, namely South Carolina and Virginia, North Carolina does not have a sales tax holiday.

                Here's what NOAA fall 2026 outlook for US, North Carolina looks like

                Here's what NOAA fall 2026 outlook for US, North Carolina looks like

                The Climate Prediction Center has issued its seasonal outlook for the U.S. for the fall months, including predictions for precipitation and heat in North Carolina.

                Future of iconic NC Frying Pan Tower remains unknown

                Future of iconic NC Frying Pan Tower remains unknown

                The tower is a decommissioned Coast Guard lighthouse located 32 miles off the coast of North Carolina on Frying Pan Shoals. 

                Carolina Hurricanes season opener, Stanley Cup champion banner celebrationship set

                Carolina Hurricanes season opener, Stanley Cup champion banner celebrationship set

                After 20 years, it’s time to raise another Stanley Cup banner. The Carolina Hurricanes will do that Sept. 29, hosting the Florida Panthers in a 5 p.m. game at Lenovo Center in the home opener of the 2026-27 season, the NHL announced Wednesday. The Canes’ full season schedule – this year expanded to 84 games – will be unveiled Thursday by the league. The Hurricanes will have much to celebrate ...

                Nation & World

                US imposes new 50% tariffs on some Canadian products

                US imposes new 50% tariffs on some Canadian products

                The United States will impose a tariff of 50% on a wide range of Canadian products in response to what it called Canada's "discriminatory treatment" of U.S. cars, alcohol, and dairy, the White House said Monday.

                Trump’s new Air Force One from Qatar shelved again

                Trump’s new Air Force One from Qatar shelved again

                Trump revealed the Qatari-donated Air Force One jet will soon undergo security upgrades amid concerns after he briefly switched to the older plane during tensions with Iran in July.

                Houthis impose Saudi naval blockade

                Houthis impose Saudi naval blockade

                President Donald Trump said Monday that Iran would "pay" for killing U.S. soldiers after multiple service members were killed over the weekend as part of the United States' war against Iran.

                State lawmakers look to codify abortion shield rules

                State lawmakers look to codify abortion shield rules

                Legislation in California is the latest chapter in a tit for tat that’s been happening between conservative and liberal states since 2022, when the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade.

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                McDowell County woman accused of stabbing sleeping man with pocketknife

                McDowell County woman accused of stabbing sleeping man with pocketknife

                Gov. Stein visits Broughton Hospital, talks new apprenticeship program, staffing shortage

                Gov. Stein visits Broughton Hospital, talks new apprenticeship program, staffing shortage

                NC’s new budget spends $1.6 billion on projects. Here’s where the money went

                NC’s new budget spends $1.6 billion on projects. Here’s where the money went

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                Your utility bill is telling you something: what rising costs reveal about your HVAC system

                Your utility bill is telling you something: what rising costs reveal about your HVAC system

                Affiliate content. Learn what to do about rising energy costs from your HVAC system. 

                What Your Home's Age Reveals About the HVAC Problems Coming Your Way

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                Humidity: The Midwest's Hidden Comfort and Health Problem

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                Basement HVAC: The Common Midwest Home Problem Hiding Below Your Feet

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                Crime

                700 NC residents lost more than $8.4 million in 2025 to this fraud. Here’s how

                700 NC residents lost more than $8.4 million in 2025 to this fraud. Here’s how

                “The No. 1 rule is, in any of our frauds across any sector that we work in law enforcement, is if something sounds too good to be true, it probably is.”

                McDowell County woman accused of stabbing sleeping man with pocketknife

                McDowell County woman accused of stabbing sleeping man with pocketknife

                The victim had multiple stab wounds and cuts across his body.

                Joint law enforcement operation in McDowell County results in 56 charges

                Joint law enforcement operation in McDowell County results in 56 charges

                “Operations like this allow us to hold offenders accountable while reminding the community that their safety remains our top priority."

                Scam callers claiming to be with McDowell County Sheriff’s Office

                Scam callers claiming to be with McDowell County Sheriff’s Office

                “The sheriff’s office will never call anyone demanding money, payment, gift cards, wire transfers, cryptocurrency or any other form of payment"

                Politics

                NC’s new budget spends $1.6 billion on projects. Here’s where the money went

                NC’s new budget spends $1.6 billion on projects. Here’s where the money went

                These one-time appropriations, also called “pork” or “earmarks,” will fund everything from sewer upgrades to university buildings to controversial crisis pregnancy centers.

                Gov. Stein visits Broughton Hospital, talks new apprenticeship program, staffing shortage

                Gov. Stein visits Broughton Hospital, talks new apprenticeship program, staffing shortage

                "Let's address that problem. Let's get the qualified professionals in here, then we can help more people on their path to recovery.”

                Gov. Josh Stein discuss parallels with mental health care and public safety

                Gov. Josh Stein discuss parallels with mental health care and public safety

                During a visit to Brought hospital in Morganton, N.C. Gov. Josh Stein spoke about how a need for more healthcare workers and accessibility to behavior health care impact public safety.

                Gov. Josh Stein meets pre-apprentices studying at Broughton Hospital in Morganton

                Gov. Josh Stein meets pre-apprentices studying at Broughton Hospital in Morganton

                Gov. Josh Stein met with pre-apprentices working at Broughton Hospital as part of the N.C. Step Initiative.

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