Earthquake Rattles Parts Of North Carolina
The quake hit near the town of Sparta in Alleghany County Sunday
Strongest NC Earthquake in 100 Years Rocks Carolinas
The 5.1-magnitude quake was the strongest shock to hit the Carolinas since 1916 and could be felt as far away as Chicago.
Election Day May Rely On The Success Of The Postal Service
Mail piling up. Constant attacks from the president. Cuts to overtime as record numbers of ballots are expected to pass through post offices this fall.
Europe Is Alarmed After U.S. Tops 5 Million Confirmed Virus Cases
With confirmed coronavirus cases in the U.S. hitting 5 million Sunday, by far the highest of any country, the failure of the most powerful nation in the world to contain the scourge has been met with astonishment and alarm in Europe.
A Magnitude 5.1 Earthquake Shook Sparta, North Carolina Around 8AM
A magnitude 5.1 earthquake occurred in Sparta, North Carolina around 8 a.m. on August 9th, according to a news release.
Cam Newton Still Fashionable, Addresses Media For First Time In New England
Newton hasn't forgotten about the Panthers
President Trump Signs 4 Executive Orders For Coronavirus Relief, NC Coronavirus Cases Increase
The President bypasses Congress after negotiations on a stimulus package broke down
Trump Seems Ready To Bypass Lawmakers On Virus Aid
Ready and willing to bypass elected lawmakers, President Donald Trump seemed set to claim the power to defer payroll taxes and extend expired unemployment benefits after negotiations with Congress on a new coronavirus rescue package collapsed.
Biden Risks Alienating Young Black Voters After Race Remarks
Joe Bidenβs controversial remarks about race this week risk alienating young Black voters who despise President Donald Trump but are not inspired by his Democratic rival.
Last-Ditch Virus Aid Talks Collapse; No Help For Jobless Now
A last-ditch effort by Democrats to revive Capitol Hill talks on vital COVID-19 rescue money collapsed in disappointment Friday, making it increasingly likely that Washington gridlock will mean more hardship for millions of people who are losing enhanced jobless benefits and further damage for an economy pummeled by the still-raging coronavirus.
North Carolina Senator Thom Tillis Introduces A Bill To Help Veterans Exposed To Toxic Substances
Senator Thom Tillis introduced a bill that would improve health care and benefits for veterans exposed to toxic substances, according to a news release.
U.S. Adds 1.8 Million Jobs In A Sign That Hiring Has Weakened
The United States added 1.8 million jobs in July, a pullback from the gains of May and June and evidence that the resurgent coronavirus is weakening hiring and the economic rebound.
President Trump Signs Executive Order, Could Ban TikTok in 45 Days
The order will ban the social media app from operating in the U.S. in 45 days if it is not sold by its Chinese parent company, ByteDance.
Republicans Push Kanye 2020, But Will It Really Hurt Biden?
Kanye Westβs unlikely White House bid is getting help qualifying for presidential ballots in key states from Republicans around the country, fueling suspicions heβs being pushed to run by allies of President Donald Trump hoping to siphon support away from Joe Biden.
Laid-Off Workers Endure Loss Of $600 Unemployment Aid
An unemployed makeup artist with two toddlers and a disabled husband needs help with food and rent. A hotel manager says his unemployment has deepened his anxiety and kept him awake at night. A dental hygienist, pregnant with her second child, is struggling to afford diapers and formula.
U.S. Rescinds Global 'Do Not Travel' Coronavirus Warning
The Trump administration on Thursday rescinded its warnings to Americans against all international travel because of the coronavirus pandemic, saying conditions no longer warrant a blanket worldwide alert.
Hurricane Alpha? Amped Up Season Forecast, Names May Run Out
Already smashing records, this yearβs hyperactive Atlantic hurricane season is about to get even nastier, forecasters predict. In the coming months, they expect to run out of traditional hurricane names and see about twice as much storm activity as a normal year.
Lack Of Study And Oversight Raises Concerns About Tear Gas
On June 2, Justin LaFrancois attended a protest against police violence and racism in downtown Charlotte, North Carolina, where he planned to livestream the event for his alternative newspaperβs website.
New York Attorney General Seeks To Dissolve The NRA
New Yorkβs attorney general sued the National Rifle Association on Thursday, seeking to put the powerful gun advocacy organization out of business over allegations that high-ranking executives diverted millions of dollars for lavish personal trips, no-show contracts for associates and other questionable expenditures.
1.2 Million Laid-Off Workers Seek U.S. Jobless Aid After $600 Federal Check Ends
Nearly 1.2 million laid-off Americans applied for state unemployment benefits last week, evidence that the coronavirus keeps forcing companies to slash jobs just as a critical $600 weekly federal jobless payment has expired.
