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Russia opens rebuilt theater in occupied city more than 3 years after its airstrikes killed hundreds there
4+ min ago (411+ words) A historic theater in the Russian-occupied Ukrainian city of Mariupol has opened its doors more than three years after it was pummeled in a Russian airstrike that killed hundreds of civilians sheltering inside. Drone video of Mariupol after airstrikes above…...
The US has seen nearly 28,000 whooping cough cases this year. Here’s what you need to know
5+ min ago (1392+ words) For the second year in a row, the U.S. has surpassed 25,000 whooping cough cases " another sign of the risks of falling vaccination levels. Often called the "100-day cough," whooping cough or pertussis begins with cold-like symptoms such as runny nose, fever…...
New laws taking effect in North Carolina on Jan. 1, 2026
10+ min ago (352+ words) Several new state laws will take effect on Jan. 1. Here's what you need to know about the new laws. This act makes a variety of healthcare workforce reforms. Notably, North Carolina will adopt a process that allows physicians to be…...
12 Investigates: State Board pulls permits, license of electrical contractor of The District at West Market
37+ min ago (306+ words) The District at West Market, a private dormitory in Greensboro, has been closed for two weeks due to faulty electrical issues and a failed fire inspection. Now, a state board is getting involved in the investigation, revoking the contractor's license…...
Sycamore Brewing to temporarily close amid former co-owner's arrest for statutory rape
42+ min ago (371+ words) CHARLOTTE, N.C. " Sycamore Brewing, the popular brewery in Charlotte's South End, will temporarily close after its former co-owner was arrested for statutory rape of a child. Sarah Taylor, the brewery's owner, announced the move on Tuesday. The brewery will close on…...
A naked Wilmington man approached hotel guests, damaged property, and kicked an officer, police say
45+ min ago (137+ words) A Wilmington man is facing several charges after damaging hotel property and kicking an officer while naked, police said. Around 9 p.m. Sunday, Wilmington police officers said they responded to a hotel in the 4700 block of Market Street after receiving a report…...
Florida State vs North Carolina Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight's College Basketball Game
53+ min ago (465+ words) The Florida State Seminoles face the No. 12 North Carolina Tar Heels in college hoops action on Tuesday night. The Noles have been getting clobbered by quality teams, and my Florida State vs. North Carolina predictions are betting on them to…...
'Moment of pure magic': Oklahoma paramedics take detour to McDonald's for 6-year-old cancer patient
59+ min ago (204+ words) An Oklahoma mother is praising paramedics who helped put a smile on her 6-year-old son's face while on their way to a hospital. Natalie McGee told sister station KOCO that her son was diagnosed with acute leukemia on Dec. 12. Recently,…...
Woman survives after car goes off Mississippi bridge and into a river
1+ hour, 12+ min ago (306+ words) Angela Brown stood beneath Mississippi's Highway 80 bridge, where she fell into the Pearl River, an experience that has left her in disbelief at how she is still alive. "When you drive tired, it's just as deadly as driving drunk," Brown…...
Workers in 19 states will see minimum wage increase on New Year's Day 2026
1+ hour, 41+ min ago (296+ words) WASHINGTON " Nearly 20 U.S. states will be raising their minimum wages on Jan. 1, while three other states are also planning increases later in 2026. The moves have the potential to boost pay for millions of Americans." On New Year's Day, the higher wages…...