Politics

US Promises More Ukraine Aid, Biden Announces Veteran Envoy

After a secrecy-shrouded visit to Ukraine's capital, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken says Russia is failing in its war aims and “Ukraine is succeeding.”

McCrae Dowless, Key Player In 9th District Absentee Ballot Fraud Probe, Dies

The key player in a North Carolina absentee ballot fraud probe that led to a do-over congressional election has died. The family of Leslie McCrae Dowless Jr. and a friend confirmed he died Sunday at his daughter's Bladen County home.

AP: Ukraine Official Says Zelenskyy Meets Top-Level US Delegation

An adviser to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said the U.S. secretaries of state and defense were meeting with the Ukrainian leader in the highest-level visit to Kyiv by an American delegation since the start of the Russian invasion.

Disney Self-Government In Peril After Florida House Vote

The Florida House of Representatives has given final passage to a bill to dissolve a private government that Walt Disney World has been allowed to operate on its properties for more than five decades.

This Earth Day, Biden Faces 'Headwinds' On Climate Agenda

President Joe Biden plans to mark Earth Day in Seattle on Friday, but he's struggled to make progress on a sweeping environmental agenda.

Biden Announces $800M In New Military Assistance For Ukraine

President Joe Biden on Thursday announced he has approved an additional $800 million in military aid to help Ukraine fight back against the Russian invasion, but warned Congress will need to approve additional assistance.

Fallout Continues After CMS Board Fires Superintendent Earnest Winston

Fallout continues after the firing of CMS Superintendent Earnest Winston. Some community leaders are calling for school board members to be voted out. Others are defending Winston's record and saying a change wasn't necessary.

Justice Dept. To Appeal Order Voiding Travel Mask Mandate

The Justice Department is filing an appeal seeking to overturn a judge’s order that voided the federal mask mandate on planes, trains and travel hubs.

Panthers Terminate Deal With Rock Hill To Build Practice Facility And Headquarters

The future of the Panthers Rock Hill headquarters and practice facility in question after team owner David Tepper sent a notice to Rock Hill terminating their agreement.

AP: Florida Gov DeSantis Pushes To End Disney Self-Government

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is asking the Legislature to repeal a law allowing Walt Disney World to operate a private government over its properties in the state.

Attorney General Josh Stein Holds Press Conference In Support Of Domestic Violence And Sexual Assault Survivors

Attorney General Josh Stein and Congresswoman Deborah Ross will hold a press conference on State and Federal efforts to support domestic violence and sexual assault survivors on Thursday, April 21.

CMS School Board Vote To Terminate Superintendent Earnest Winston's Contract

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg School board voted to terminate Superintendent Earnest Winston's contract for convenience on Tuesday. The vote was 7-2.

Elderly People Are Evacuated From A Hospice In Chasiv Yar City Donetsk District Ukraine Monday April 18 2022

AP: Russians Fight In Streets Of Ukrainian Town

A Ukrainian military official said street battles have begun and evacuation is impossible in the town of Kreminna.

Police: More Than 900 Civilian Bodies Found In Kyiv Region

More than 900 bodies of civilians were discovered in the Kyiv region following the withdrawal of Russian forces. That's according to the regional police chief, who spoke Friday.

Abortion Ban After 15 Weeks Signed Into Law In Florida

Florida will soon ban abortions after 15 weeks. Gov. Ron DeSantis signed the law on Thursday; it goes into effect on July 1.

Biden Approves $800M In New Military Assistance For Ukraine

President Joe Biden approved $800 million in new military assistance to Ukraine, including artillery and helicopters, to bolster its defenses against an intensified Russian offensive in the country’s East.

Mark Meadows Removed As North Carolina Registered Voter

An elections board in a North Carolina county has removed Mark Meadows, a former chief of staff to President Donald Trump, from its list of registered voters after documents showed he lived in Virginia and voted in the 2021 election there.