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Man slashes woman’s throat on bus then walks off, Oklahoma police say
A man was arrested in Oklahoma after police say he slashed a woman’s throat on a bus. Around 1:09 p.m. Aug. 3, police were ...
Jackson State lone HBCU in FCS poll
Jackson State is the only HBCU to make the STATS Perform FCS poll, but three others are receiving attention as well.
Sadie Robertson shares surprising news while teasing the gender of baby No. 3
“Duck Dynasty” star Sadie Robertson is officially a mom of three. In a surprise announcement shared the night of Aug. 3, Robertson announced the birth of her third daughter with Christian Huff.
6 essential strategies for managing NC’s summer heat and wildlife
In North Carolina, people learn to recognize venomous snakes and use methods to limit snake habitats in their yards. Residents seek advice about copperhead bites and follow steps like elevating the ...
NC has 2 of the best ‘secret’ beaches in the US, study shows. Where to find them
When it comes to beach destinations in North Carolina, everyone knows about the favorites, like Wrightsville Beach, Carolina ...
2 tropical systems may form in the Atlantic. How they could affect NC
As Tropical Storm Dexter moves away from the U.S. coast, here’s a look at two potential systems brewing in the ocean.
Who do tariffs help? What Americans say in poll as Trump unveils new levies
The poll also comes after the Labor Department’s latest jobs report, released on Aug. 1, found weaker-than-expected employment growth in July. As a result, Trump fired the head of the Bureau of Labor ...
Bear with bucket stuck on head is freed after 12 days. ‘My heart broke for her’
For nearly two weeks, a black bear roamed Wisconsin with a jar stuck to her head. Unable to eat and drink with the jar ...
High school teacher’s chokehold left 15-year-old student unconscious, NC cops say
The case dates to March 25, when Murphy is accused of placing his arm around a student’s neck. Police said the teen was put ...
A new law will allow NC private schools to arm teachers. Here’s how it works.
The law, which was enacted by Republican lawmakers over Gov. Josh Stein’s veto, will take effect later this year.
Is an older luxury vehicle a better deal than a lightly used mainstream car?
CarMax reports that buyers must choose between older luxury cars and lightly used mainstream models, weighing features, ...
Two lottery players win $105,000 jackpot in Georgia. Where were tickets sold?
Two lottery players tried their luck — and both snagged big prizes in Georgia. The lucky players hit the Fantasy 5 jackpot, ...