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Politics

How do Americans feel about the country and vision of the Founders?

How do Americans feel about the country and vision of the Founders?

  • USA Today - News

Americans have not rejected the Founders’ ideals. Rather, many believe government has drifted away from them.

Alligator Alcatraz's mission accomplished, Florida says. What's next for the site

Alligator Alcatraz's mission accomplished, Florida says. What's next for the site

  • Mickenzie Hannon and Alexa Ryan Naples Daily News and Fort Myers News-Press

More than 22,000 people were processed and staged for deportation since the site opened in July 2025, Gov. Ron DeSantis said.

Happy birthday, America? At 250, nation may be too divided to celebrate as one

Happy birthday, America? At 250, nation may be too divided to celebrate as one

  • TIM REID, JOSEPH AX and HANNAH BEIER Reuters

As the U.S. prepares for its semiquincentennial, political divisions are testing what is traditionally a unifying summer ritual.

Trump Jokes About Having a 'Threesome' with His Sons

Trump Jokes About Having a 'Threesome' with His Sons

  • TMZ

Donald Trump just cracked an incest joke about having a threesome with two of his sons -- Donald Jr. and Eric -- and yes, he actually used the word "threesome" ... and it's all on video.

4 takeaways from Tuesday's primary elections

4 takeaways from Tuesday's primary elections

  • By Richard Cowan Reuters

Anti-establishment progressives racked up more wins in Democratic primary contests Tuesday. Here are four takeaways.

Denver progressives secure big win with Kiros but don’t sweep the board

Denver progressives secure big win with Kiros but don’t sweep the board

  • Straight Arrow News

A 29-year-old Democratic socialist just ended a Denver congressional era that's been going on as long as she's been alive.

Trump raked in over $1.4B in income from crypto ventures, filings show

Trump raked in over $1.4B in income from crypto ventures, filings show

  • Thao Nguyen USA Today

The annual filing comes as the Trump administration has pursued policies viewed as favorable to the cryptocurrency industry.

Trump Reports More Than $1 Billion in Crypto Income

Trump Reports More Than $1 Billion in Crypto Income

    President Donald Trump reported earning more than one billion dollars in 2025, with cryptocurrency becoming his largest source of business income.

    SCOTUS upholds transgender athlete bans

    SCOTUS upholds transgender athlete bans

      The U.S. Supreme Court upheld state bans on transgender girls in sports and affirmed birthright citizenship, while also agreeing to hear a controversial Washington state parental rights case.

      NATO joins exercises off US coast, even as it loses political fight in Trump's Washington

      NATO joins exercises off US coast, even as it loses political fight in Trump's Washington

        The joint exercises were conducted at a perilous moment for NATO, with the Trump administration questioning the value of the 77-year-old alliance.

        Supreme Court upholds birthright citizenship

        Supreme Court upholds birthright citizenship

          The Supreme Court on Tuesday knocked down Donald Trump’s effort to end birthright citizenship as it has been understood for more than a century, invalidating an executive order that was a key part of the president’s agenda even though it was legally dubious from the start. CNN's Paula Reid reports.

          Supreme Court rejects Trump bid to restrict birthright citizenship

          Supreme Court rejects Trump bid to restrict birthright citizenship

            Handing Trump a stinging defeat, the Supreme Court rejected his attempt to restrict birthright citizenship in the United States, scuttling one of his top priorities in his crackdown on immigration.

            US Supreme Court strikes down curbs on coordinated campaign spending

            US Supreme Court strikes down curbs on coordinated campaign spending

              The Supreme Court, which has a 6-3 conservative majority, in several rulings since 2010 has chipped away at campaign finance laws.

              Johnson says housing bill will become law, with or without Trump

              Johnson says housing bill will become law, with or without Trump

                Johnson said he again pushed the president during a two-hour Oval Office meeting on Monday to sign the legislation that aims to make housing more affordable.

                Local News

                About 3,500 lose power in McDowell County; cooling station open Thursday evening

                About 3,500 lose power in McDowell County; cooling station open Thursday evening

                Due to the extreme heat, a cooling station is open at the McDowell Senior Center, located at 100 Spaulding Road, Marion. 

                Revolutionary battle won by Patriots in NC was significant win after fall of Charleston

                Revolutionary battle won by Patriots in NC was significant win after fall of Charleston

                “It was an absolute blitz," one of the museum staff said about the Battle of Ramsour's Mill in Lincoln County.

                Marion neighbors: Obituaries for July 2

                Marion neighbors: Obituaries for July 2

                Read through the obituaries published today in McDowell News.

                Marion neighbors: Obituaries for July 1

                Marion neighbors: Obituaries for July 1

                Read through the obituaries published today in McDowell News.

                State & Regional

                Three takeaways from UNC Tar Heels EA Sports College Football 27 ratings

                Three takeaways from UNC Tar Heels EA Sports College Football 27 ratings

                As the college football season nears, EA Sports’ College Football 27 is set for release. 

                Hornets NBA free agency watch: All is quiet following LaMelo Ball, Miles Bridges trades

                Hornets NBA free agency watch: All is quiet following LaMelo Ball, Miles Bridges trades

                It was already evident based on the activity of the past week. Even though free agency tipped off at 6 p.m. Tuesday, officially giving NBA teams the green light to fire up negotiations with anyone whose contract expired at the end of the league’s fiscal year, the Charlotte Hornets began things on the sideline. With their roster shakeup still fresh from the trades sending previous core members ...

                Carolina Panthers get absolutely shafted in NFL uniform rankings

                Carolina Panthers get absolutely shafted in NFL uniform rankings

                Maybe the Carolina Panthers aren't one of the more popular or successful franchises in the NFL.

                Is it legal to set off fireworks in NC? What to know before July 4

                Is it legal to set off fireworks in NC? What to know before July 4

                The Fourth of July is almost upon us. America's Independence Day, a federal holiday, is associated with barbecues, gatherings, patriotism and, of course, fireworks.

                Nation & World

                Here are the 10 wealthiest suburbs in America

                Here are the 10 wealthiest suburbs in America

                A new ranking of the nation's wealthiest suburbs, as measured by household income, finds much of America's wealth concentrated in a few metropolitan areas.

                Mysterious, fabled sea creature reeled onto California fishing boat

                Mysterious, fabled sea creature reeled onto California fishing boat

                A fishing trip of the California coast last week produced an extraordinary catch: a type of octopus that constructs its own shell to ride ocean currents.

                How do Americans feel about the country and vision of the Founders?

                How do Americans feel about the country and vision of the Founders?

                Americans have not rejected the Founders’ ideals. Rather, many believe government has drifted away from them.

                Ex-US Olympian indicted over alleged Reflecting Pool vandalism

                Ex-US Olympian indicted over alleged Reflecting Pool vandalism

                The indictment accuses David Hearn of "maliciously" breaking or destroying lining material on the bottom of the landmark on June 19.

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                Man pleads guilty of distributing 156 pounds of meth in Burke, McDowell counties

                Man pleads guilty of distributing 156 pounds of meth in Burke, McDowell counties

                McDowell County commissioners OK budget: 3% raise for employees, no increase in school funding

                McDowell County commissioners OK budget: 3% raise for employees, no increase in school funding

                About 3,500 lose power in McDowell County; cooling station open Thursday evening

                About 3,500 lose power in McDowell County; cooling station open Thursday evening

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

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

                Affiliate content. Learn the most common HVAC problems based on the age of your home.

                Humidity: The Midwest's Hidden Comfort and Health Problem

                Humidity: The Midwest's Hidden Comfort and Health Problem

                Affiliate content. Learn how to tell if your home has a humidity problem and what you can do to fix it. 

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

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

                Affiliate content. Learn about the most common problems for basement HVAC equipment and how to fix them. 

                Farmhouse to Modern Comfort: HVAC Solutions for the Midwest's Oldest Homes

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                Affiliate content. Learn how modern HVAC systems can be integrated into even the oldest Midwest homes. 

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                The Future of E-Commerce Payments: How Crypto Could Cut Transaction Fees for Merchants

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                Contributor content. The real reason crypto matters for merchants is math. Crypto transactions often cost less than a penny.

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                Are Starter Homes Becoming a Thing of the Past?

                Are Starter Homes Becoming a Thing of the Past?

                Provided content. Rising costs, limited supply, and shifting priorities are making starter homes harder to find.

                Crime

                Can you be arrested for denying your pet vet care? Here’s what NC law says

                Can you be arrested for denying your pet vet care? Here’s what NC law says

                The arrest of a Raleigh man for allegedly denying his dog emergency surgery highlights a facet of North Carolina law that classifies failure to provide such care as animal cruelty. 

                2 Statesville men face federal charges after 25 pit bulls rescued from dog fighting kennel

                2 Statesville men face federal charges after 25 pit bulls rescued from dog fighting kennel

                “It’s unbelievable people still engage in dog fighting activities,” U.S. Attorney Russ Ferguson said.

                Hickory Gold King store owner faces federal charge; accused of selling $580,000 in stolen goods

                Hickory Gold King store owner faces federal charge; accused of selling $580,000 in stolen goods

                The U.S. attorney’s office said the stolen items were sold to customers throughout the United States and multiple other countries.

                Person impersonating police pulled over driver in McDowell County, sheriff's office says

                Person impersonating police pulled over driver in McDowell County, sheriff's office says

                The suspect was reportedly armed with a firearm, taser and handcuffs and unlawfully searched both the driver and the vehicle.

                Politics

                NC budget bill ends one incentive for data centers, keeps other tax breaks

                NC budget bill ends one incentive for data centers, keeps other tax breaks

                The General Assembly estimates this will save the state $21.4 million in the upcoming fiscal year, which began Wednesday.

                NC lawmakers want to use AI to boost student performance. Will it help?

                NC lawmakers want to use AI to boost student performance. Will it help?

                Republican state lawmakers could award $5 million in no-bid contracts to use AI for the purpose of providing tutoring support to students. 

                Tar Heels, Wolfpack, Mountaineers set for major revenue boost from sports wagering tax revenue

                Tar Heels, Wolfpack, Mountaineers set for major revenue boost from sports wagering tax revenue

                Senate Bill 257 would permit the N.C. State and UNC Chapel Hill athletic departments to participate for the first time in the tax revenue distribution that could reach up to $5.8 million each. Also potentially eligible for up to $5.8 million is Appalachian State, East Carolina and UNC Charlotte.

                McDowell County commissioners OK budget: 3% raise for employees, no increase in school funding

                McDowell County commissioners OK budget: 3% raise for employees, no increase in school funding

                The commissioners also voted to put a sales tax increase on the ballot this fall.

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