2 student deaths under investigation at Ole Miss; kratom found at both sites
Investigators said they have not confirmed that kratom or other substances played a role in the deaths.
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Former Charlotte City councilwoman Tiawana Brown sentenced in fraud case
Former Charlotte City councilwoman Tiawana Brown and her daughters have been sentenced in the COVID-19 funds fraud case.
WCCB Charlotte
Trump signs US-Denmark-Greenland agreement to bolster Arctic security after prolonged tensions
The agreement allows the U.S. to expand operations at Pituffik Space Base and establish defense areas elsewhere in Greenland.
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I-77 South express lanes move forward as opponents say $300M isn't enough
Two Charlotte City Councilmembers changed their previous positions, reinstating support for the controversial project.
WCNC Charlotte
Is Taylor Swift dropping new music? What the countdown revealed on her website
Fans on Monday noticed a mysterious page added to Taylor Swift's letter announcing she bought back her masters.
WCNC Charlotte
Columbus County educators form scholarship group to tap federal tax credit
Educators in Columbus County, one of NC's poorest, have formed a nonprofit to tap the new federal scholarship tax credit for public school students. They aim to accept donations Jan. 1, but the state's approval process doesn't exist yet. The post Columbus County educators form scholarship group to tap federal tax credit appeared first on Carolina Journal.
Carolina Journal
Is Taylor Swift announcing new music? What fans are speculating as countdown appears on her website
Fans on Monday noticed a mysterious page added to Taylor Swift's letter announcing she bought back her masters.
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Family of NC A&T student who died saving his sister from drowning speaks out
A North Carolina A&T senior died heroically saving his sister in a Lake Norman boating accident. His family reflects on his legacy of selflessness and faith.
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What is Trump TV? White House launches 24/7 stream amid president's ban on some media outlets
The channel arrives on the heels of President Donald Trump's ban on three media outlets from White House coverage.
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Gary Dawson talks “Family Feud” 50th Anniversary + topiQ
Gary Dawson, son of famed TV host Richard Dawson, spoke with Adam Wurtzel about the 50th Anniversary of "Family Feud," and his own newly launched game, topiQ.
WCCB Charlotte
State program admits every NC senior to college without application
All 105,036 NC public school seniors on track to graduate got a direct college admission offer this year through NC College Connect. Two-thirds were admitted to four-year schools, but the state counts offers, not enrollment. The post State program admits every NC senior to college without application appeared first on Carolina Journal.
Carolina Journal
Western Rockingham Middle classrooms damaged by thunderstorms
A massive tree uprooted by storms damaged a Triad middle school, relocating classes temporarily while repairs await drier weather, officials say.
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Child star from '30 Rock' and 'That's So Raven' sentenced to 2.5 years in federal prison
According to federal prosecutors, Thompson was pulled over while driving 104 mph in a 70 mph zone. Police found a loaded weapon in his car that had been stolen.
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Minnesota football player in medically induced coma after head injury during college game
A Minnesota family is asking for prayers and support after their son, a college football quarterback, suffered a severe head injury during a game in North Dakota.
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NC A&T senior dies while saving his sister from drowning on Lake Norman, school says
Dorian Jackson, 21, was the oldest of eight children and a third-generation A&T student.
WCNC Charlotte
High Point man arrested after being found hiding inside a food mart
A High Point man faces multiple felony charges after police found him hiding in a grocery store and linked him to another burglary.
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Possible 2nd Wegman’s location coming to Cornelius as Charlotte location prepares to open
Less than a month before the first Wegman's location opens in Charlotte, there's already speculation about a second location in Cornelius.
WCCB Charlotte
NC A&T Senior drowns trying to save sister at Lake Norman, remembered as campus leader
Dorian Jackson, a 21 year old Dudley High School graduate, died Saturday after his sister's kayak capsized at Lake Norman. He's remembered as a natural leader
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Mary Collins murder trial enters opening statements as attorneys offer competing accounts of 2020 killing
The prosecution says Collins’ vulnerabilities were exploited; the defense points to another person in the case.
WCNC Charlotte
NC state veterinarian explains how families can stay safe at petting zoos after rabies concerns
Recent rabies concerns involving petting zoo goats have raised new questions about how families can safely interact with animals.
WCNC Charlotte