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Politics

US strikes three Iranian oil tankers, Central Command says

US strikes three Iranian oil tankers, Central Command says

  • REUTERS

It said Iran's Revolutionary Guard launched missiles at two U.S. Navy ships. Meanwhile, Americans face record-high Labor Day Weekend gas prices.

Latino voter backlash puts Texas governor's race on Democrats' midterm map

Latino voter backlash puts Texas governor's race on Democrats' midterm map

  • David Hood-Nuño and Evan Garcia Reuters

Hinojosa, a Democratic state representative, is trying to end an electoral drought that has defined Texas politics for a generation: no Democrat has won statewide office in Texas since 1994.

How AOC is upending norms around motherhood, political candidacy

How AOC is upending norms around motherhood, political candidacy

  • SWAPNA VENUGOPAL RAMASWAMY USA Today

Declining U.S. fertility rates relate to changing social and economic factors; Ocasio-Cortez’s transparency on egg freezing underscores the political significance of reproductive rights and family policies.

Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz drive oil prices as US and Iran both claim control

Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz drive oil prices as US and Iran both claim control

  • Africanews - News

Tensions are ongoing over the fate of the Strait of Hormuz as both the United States and Iran are claiming control of the waterway. A recent escalation of the attacks in the region is driving oil prices in several countries.

US: U.S. secures access to Venezuelan oil while continuing to deport its citizens.

US: U.S. secures access to Venezuelan oil while continuing to deport its citizens.

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Shotlist Doral, Florida, USA - Recent 1. Various of Venezuelan community members getting together 2. SOUNDBITE (Spanish dubbed in English) Diner Viloria, Venezuelan living in Florida: "I think the deal is good, very good. The problem of conditions is being done. The resource is in the ground…

Work to begin on Trump's 250-foot arch despite criticism

Work to begin on Trump's 250-foot arch despite criticism

  • David Shepardson and Bart Jansen Reuters/USA Today

He said excavation would begin during the next two weeks at Memorial Circle near Arlington National Cemetery.

US judge again blocks Postal Service's mail-in voting rule

US judge again blocks Postal Service's mail-in voting rule

  • Nate Raymond Reuters

The administration on Thursday asked the U.S. Supreme Court to intervene and lift the restraining order so the rule could take effect.

Machado challenges Venezuela's 'illegitimate' interim govt over massive US oil deal

Machado challenges Venezuela's 'illegitimate' interim govt over massive US oil deal

  • Updated 4 mins ago

A tense new fault line in Venezuela's post-Maduro era. Opposition leader and Nobel laureate María Corina Machado has questioned the interim government's massive oil deal with the US — which grants Washington access to over 65 billion barrels, nearly 20% of Venezuela's reserves. While calling…

Two Dems clashed on trans athletes. What does Markey's primary win reveal?

Two Dems clashed on trans athletes. What does Markey's primary win reveal?

    Two years after Republicans made transgender rights a central focus of their 2024 election attack ads, Democrats are still working through how to message on the issue.

    Chevron Bets Big on Venezuela’s Oil Comeback

    Chevron Bets Big on Venezuela’s Oil Comeback

    • Updated 4 mins ago

    Chevron is expanding its operations in Venezuela after President Trump announced a sweeping deal aimed at developing the country’s enormous oil reserves.

    US energy firms dominate Venezuela deals worth billions

    US energy firms dominate Venezuela deals worth billions

    • Updated 4 mins ago

    US energy firms on Wednesday signed a raft of multi-billion-dollar deals with Venezuela, days after the South American country agreed to grant the United States control of a huge chunk of its vast oil reserves. President Donald Trump has talked up the agreement on Venezuela's oil reserves as…

    Trump aides, fearing a midterm rout, push to keep Iran war 'quiet'

    Trump aides, fearing a midterm rout, push to keep Iran war 'quiet'

      Top aides to Trump are pushing to keep the Iran war from escalating before November's midterm elections to prevent Republican electoral losses, four people familiar with the discussions said.

      Trump pledged fiscal restraint. Instead, debt tops $40 trillion as borrowing costs rise

      Trump pledged fiscal restraint. Instead, debt tops $40 trillion as borrowing costs rise

        The result, experts say, is a looming fiscal crunch likely to force Congress and a future president to either raise taxes or trim the social safety net.

        Did DOGE ruin America’s food safety system?

        Did DOGE ruin America’s food safety system?

          Food safety scares raise questions over whether Trump’s cuts to the FDA, CDC and state health systems weakened US food safety monitoring.

          Local News

          McDowell County animal advocate says well-known cat who lived along greenway missing

          McDowell County animal advocate says well-known cat who lived along greenway missing

          "There are mean people that do not want the cats there. And there are very sweet people that come see the cats and love them.”

          Mission Hospital McDowell raises American flag to honor veterans

          Mission Hospital McDowell raises American flag to honor veterans

          “It was an opportunity to come together as a community and recognize the service and sacrifice of the men and women who have defended our country."

          Marion neighbors: Obituaries for September 5

          Marion neighbors: Obituaries for September 5

          Read through the obituaries published today in McDowell News.

          25 years after Sept. 11 attacks, a piece of the World Trade Center sits in Catawba County

          25 years after Sept. 11 attacks, a piece of the World Trade Center sits in Catawba County

          The city of Conover acquired a piece of the North Tower in 2011.

          State & Regional

          Interstate 40 repairs now cost $2.8B, up from initial estimate. Here's why

          Interstate 40 repairs now cost $2.8B, up from initial estimate. Here's why

          Rebuilding Interstate 40’s path through the Pigeon River Gorge after Hurricane Helene will cost about $2.8 billion — a 40% increase over a projection earlier this year.

          1 killed, 2 injured after train hit car in Hickory; Charges are pending in investigation

          1 killed, 2 injured after train hit car in Hickory; Charges are pending in investigation

          The initial impact of the crash happened in Hickory city limits. The car was pushed by the train into Long View town limits. 

          Find out where the Carolina Panthers landed in ESPN's final preseason power rankings

          Find out where the Carolina Panthers landed in ESPN's final preseason power rankings

          After nearly a decade of mediocrity and failure, the Carolina Panthers broke through last season and finished with an 8-9 record.

          Stokes County, SBI investigate fatal shooting of dog by off-duty Winston-Salem officer

          Stokes County, SBI investigate fatal shooting of dog by off-duty Winston-Salem officer

          "My dog was a giant baby, and he got executed by a Winston-Salem cop."

          Nation & World

          US strikes three Iranian oil tankers, Central Command says

          US strikes three Iranian oil tankers, Central Command says

          It said Iran's Revolutionary Guard launched missiles at two U.S. Navy ships. Meanwhile, Americans face record-high Labor Day Weekend gas prices.

          September student loan deadlines: Here's a look at what's due this month

          September student loan deadlines: Here's a look at what's due this month

          Student loan borrowers, you have homework due by the end of September.

          Latino voter backlash puts Texas governor's race on Democrats' midterm map

          Latino voter backlash puts Texas governor's race on Democrats' midterm map

          Hinojosa, a Democratic state representative, is trying to end an electoral drought that has defined Texas politics for a generation: no Democrat has won statewide office in Texas since 1994.

          Scientists make potential breakthrough in search for dark matter

          Scientists make potential breakthrough in search for dark matter

          Scientists have made a possible breakthrough in the hunt for dark matter — observing hints of it during an experiment about a mile underground in South Dakota.

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          McDowell County animal advocate says well-known cat who lived along greenway missing

          McDowell County animal advocate says well-known cat who lived along greenway missing

          Baxter International issues recall of IV solutions made at McDowell County plant

          Baxter International issues recall of IV solutions made at McDowell County plant

          1 killed, 2 injured after train hit car in Hickory; Charges are pending in investigation

          1 killed, 2 injured after train hit car in Hickory; Charges are pending in investigation

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          Buying or Selling a Midwest Home? What the HVAC System Is Really Worth at Closing

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          Crime

          Marion man accused of waving gun at people floating on Catawba River

          Marion man accused of waving gun at people floating on Catawba River

          He was found sitting in a chair by the river with two firearms and an empty liquor bottle.

          Stabbed husband saves wife by driving car into knife-wielding man, NC sheriff says

          Stabbed husband saves wife by driving car into knife-wielding man, NC sheriff says

          A man stabbed outside a Food Lion went on the offensive to protect his wife, using his vehicle to run down a knife-wielding man, according to investigators in North Carolina. 

          Winston-Salem teen charged in deadly San Diego mosque mass shooting

          Winston-Salem teen charged in deadly San Diego mosque mass shooting

          Sarah Lindsey Santiago will be tried as an adult for what authorities say was her role in attempting to broadcast the attack at the Islamic Center of San Diego.

          ‘Indefensible.’ EEOC sues Charlotte-area company: Pregnant worker fired, miscarried

          ‘Indefensible.’ EEOC sues Charlotte-area company: Pregnant worker fired, miscarried

          The federal agency is asking the court to order financial compensation for the former employee and to ensure the company prevents future discrimination.

          Politics

          McDowell Parks and Rec seeking input on improvements, priorities

          McDowell Parks and Rec seeking input on improvements, priorities

          "We want every community and every age group represented, so we encourage as many residents as possible to take a few minutes and share their thoughts.”

          See Labor Day schedules for local governments in McDowell County, surrounding areas

          See Labor Day schedules for local governments in McDowell County, surrounding areas

          Check out this list to see which pools and recreation centers will be open on Labor Day. 

          US House moves to censure Chuck Edwards after ethics probe

          US House moves to censure Chuck Edwards after ethics probe

          Edwards apologized to the two former staffers at the center of a sexual harassment investigation and to his wife.

          McDowell County commissioners approve six-month moratorium on data centers

          McDowell County commissioners approve six-month moratorium on data centers

          The six-month moratorium will give the county time to create rules on what kind of data centers can be built here.

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