Will Europe's Ban on Russian Diesel Hike Global Fuel Prices?
Europe is taking another big step towardΒ cutting its energy ties with Russia, banning imports of diesel fuel and other products made from crude oil in Russian refineries.
California Judge Orders Release of Footage of Pelosi Attack
Footage of the attack on former U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's husband will be released to the public after a judge on Wednesday denied prosecutors' request to keep it secret.
Boone Town Council Votes To Protect People From Discrimination Based On Race, Gender & Sexual Orientation
The ordinance ensures protections in employment, housing and places of public accommodation, such as restaurants and businesses, by prohibiting discriminatory practices.Β
South Carolina's Economic Growth Broke Records In 2022, McMaster Says
South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster delivered the State of the State address Wednesday night in Columbia.
Donald Trump Is Reinstated To Facebook After 2-year Ban
Facebook parent Meta is reinstating former President Donald Trumpβs personal account after two-year suspension following the Jan. 6 insurrection.
Record 16.3 Million Seek Health Coverage Through 'Obamacare'
North Carolina had the 4th highest enrollment compared to other states with more than 800,000 people enrolled.
Murdoch Pulls Plug On Possible Merger Of News Corp., Fox
Rupert Murdoch has pulled the plug on a proposal to bring back together his News Corp. and Fox Corp., saying the merger isn't coming at the right time for shareholders.
'Happening Way Too Often': Report Delves Into Mass Attacks
As the nation reels from a week ofΒ high-profile shootings, a new report on mass attacks calls for communities to intervene early when they see warning signs of violence.
After US Offer, Germany Unleashes Leopard Tanks for Ukraine
After weeks of hesitationΒ that created impatience among Germany's allies, the country announced Wednesday that it would provide Ukraine with Leopard 2 battle tanks and approve requests by other countries to do the same.
Classified Documents Found At Mike Pence's Home, Lawyer Says
Documents with classified markings were discovered in former Vice President Mike Pence's Indiana Home last week, according to his attorney.
Debt Ceiling: 2011 Showdown Leaves Lessons for Biden, GOP
The debate around raising theΒ debt ceilingΒ sounds eerily similar: Newly electedΒ House Republicans, eager to confront the Democratic president in the White House, refused to raise the debt limit without cuts to federal spending.
Senators Grill Ticketmaster After Taylor Swift Fiasco
Senators grilled Ticketmaster Tuesday about its spectacular breakdown last year during a sale of Taylor Swift concert tickets.
State Auditor: I Made 'Serious Mistake' Leaving Accident
North Carolina's elected state auditor apologized Monday for leaving the scene of an accident last month after she drove her state-owned vehicle into a parked car, calling it a βserious mistakeβ and adding she would continue at her job.
Community Leaders Meet With East Charlotte Residents For Townhall
City leaders in East Charlotte are setting their priorities for the community for the next year. Two Charlotte City Council members, a County Commissioner, and the CMS Board Vice Chair met with about 100 Eastside residents on Saturday for a town hall.
Camp Lejeune Marine Among 3 Active-Duty Marines Charged In Jan. 6 Capitol Riot
The men spent about 52 minutes inside the Capitol, authorities say. At one point while in the rotunda, they put a red βMake American Great Againβ hat on a statue to take pictures with it.
Lawmakers Seek New Court Hearings On Voter ID, Redistricting
North Carolina Republican legislative leaders announced Friday that theyβre asking the stateβs highest court to reconsider decisions on redistricting and voter identification.
Supreme Court Leak Report Findings: Lax Security, Loose Lips
Eight months, 126 formal interviews andΒ a 23-page reportΒ later,Β the Supreme CourtΒ said it has failed to discover who leaked a draft of the courtβs opinion overturning abortion rights.
Mecklenburg & Union Counties Revisit Border Dispute
A battle is brewing again over the border between Union and Mecklenburg counties.Β The issue was first brought up in 2001 but never resolved.
Lesion Removed from Jill Biden's Eyelid was Non-Cancerous
A lesion removed by surgeons last week fromΒ first lady Jill BidenβsΒ left eyelid was a non-cancerous growth, Dr. Kevin O'Connor, physician to President Joe Biden, said Wednesday.
Flavored Cannabis Marketing is Criticized for Targeting Kids
As cannabis shops proliferate across the country, concerns are growing over the packaging and marketing of flavored cannabis that critics say could entice children to partake.
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