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5+ min ago (473+ words) Dolly the dachshund was in the car when thieves stole it. Her story went viral on social media, with thousands hoping to help find her. Multiple cars were reported stolen Saturday at the parking lot of a shopping plaza in Cincinnati, Ohio, and inside one of them was a puppy named Dolly. Dolly's story went viral on Cincinnati social media. Thieves dumped the pup in the freezing cold, but Sunday, she was reunited with her owners. On Saturday night, around 8 p.m. at Rookwood, which is a shopping plaza, thieves went on a stealing spree. "Three cars were stolen that day. One car was stolen two minutes before ours from the lot as well," Jimmy Hermann said. "Immediately I thought, well, 'Oakley Hyde Park Moms' [Facebook group] will be all over this," Olivia Molina said. "I had strangers messaging me saying they…...

19+ min ago (237+ words) A long-lost painting by Baroque master Peter Paul Rubens, which was hidden for more than four centuries, sold at 2.3 million euros ($2.7 million) at an auction Sunday in Versailles. The painting was recently found in a private townhouse in Paris. It depicts the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. It was part of a French collection and was initially thought to be from one of the many Rubens workshops that existed at the time. The artwork was rarely valued at more than 10,000 euros ($11,500). Nils B'ttner, an expert known for his research on Rubens, explained before the auction that the master often painted crucifixions but rarely depicted "the crucified Christ as a dead body on the cross." "So this is the one and only painting showing blood and water coming out of the side wound of Christ, and this is something that Rubens only…...

44+ min ago (332+ words) CHARLOTTE, N.C. " Charlotte City Council'officially welcomed three new members Monday night, marking a significant political shift that leaves only one Republican. The changes come after a term filled with controversy and transparency concerns that dominated local politics. Council elected James Mitchell as Mayor Pro Tem, and Mayor Vi Lyles officially began her fifth term during the ceremony. In District 3, Joi Mayo is replacing Tiawana Brown, who is still facing federal fraud charges to which she has pleaded not guilty. Mayo said accessibility will be her top priority as she takes office. "I think it's important to be accessible to residents and stakeholders," Mayo said. " I think that's imperative that we keep residents informed and help them to elevate their voices." District 6 elected its first-ever Democratic representative when Kimberly Owens defeated Republican Krista Bokhari, wife of former councilman Tariq Bokhari, who left…...

56+ min ago (392+ words) The White House on Monday confirmed that U.S. forces conducted a second strike on an alleged drug-smuggling vessel in the Caribbean Sea and insisted the action was lawful. Bipartisan lawmakers have sought answers following The Washington Post's report that the follow-up attack killed two survivors of the initial strike. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt did not dispute the report that said there were two survivors clinging to the wreckage after the first attack on Sept. 2, but offered broader justification for the strikes. Leavitt's comments came a day after President Donald Trump said he "wouldn't have wanted that, not a second strike" when pressed by reporters about the incident. The White House said Secretary Hegseth spoke with concerned lawmakers over the weekend and that details of all recent military strikes have been made available to Congress. Republican Congressman Mike Turner of…...

1+ hour, 15+ min ago (44+ words) A female boxer is trending on social media for her controversial weigh-in outfit. Ebanie Bridges, a 39-year-old boxer, has trended on social media for the clothes she decides to wear to her weigh-ins ... Family mourning Greensboro teen killed in crash...

1+ hour, 27+ min ago (321+ words) Airbus has identified an issue affecting "a limited number" of metal panels in its A320 passenger planes, a spokesperson for the company said Monday, just days after warning of another technical problem in its aircraft. The plane manufacturer is inspecting all aircraft that are potentially impacted by what it called a "supplier quality issue," but expects that only some of them will require further action be taken, the spokesperson told CNN. "The source of the (metal panels) issue has been identified, contained and all newly produced panels conform to all requirements," the spokesperson said, noting that the number of planes in service affected by the problem is "very limited." Reuters was first to report the finding Monday, citing industry sources. The Airbus stock fell after the report, building on earlier losses. Shares were last down 5.7%. Airbus has already come under scrutiny…...

1+ hour, 27+ min ago (443+ words) Bernie Rea, a retired elementary school teacher, is making a significant impact in the Triad by consistently donating to Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest North Carolina, especially during holidays. For every special occasion, birthday, holiday and even in times of sympathy, Bernie donates to Second Harvest on behalf of friends and family. "It makes me feel good, you can live without a car, because I don't drive, but you can't live without food," Rea said. Her passion for feeding hungry people isn't new. During her teaching career, Rea ensured her students had enough to eat so they could focus on learning. "I would make sure that if they didn't have enough to eat, I would get something and they would take it home with them," she said. For the past decade, Rea has made it her mission to contribute…...

1+ hour, 30+ min ago (270+ words) Donald Trump's doctor says the president had MRI imaging on his heart and abdomen in October as part of a preventative screening for men his age, according to a memo from the physician released by the White House on Monday. Sean Barbabella said in a statement that Trump's physical exam included "advanced imaging" that is "standard for an executive physical" in Trump's age group. Barbabella concluded that the cardiovascular and abdominal imaging was "perfectly normal." "The purpose of this imaging is preventative: to identify issues early, confirm overall health, and ensure he maintains long-term vitality and function," the doctor wrote. The White House released Barbabella's memo after Trump on Sunday said he would release the results of the scan. He and the White House have said the scan was "part of his routine physical examination" but had declined until Monday…...

1+ hour, 38+ min ago (18+ words) Icing overnight in mountains and foothills, cold Triad rain Icing overnight in mountains and foothills, cold Triad rain...

1+ hour, 43+ min ago (59+ words) The 3rd, 4th and 5th street bridges along U.S. 52 could be replaced to improve the infrastructure and accessibility between East Winston and downtown. I toured the White House to see Melania Trump's ... The 3rd, 4th and 5th street bridges along U.S. 52 could be replaced to improve the infrastructure and accessibility between East Winston and downtown....