Local Community Holds Prayer Vigil for Michael Brown Family
A "Hands Up, Don't Shoot" prayer vigil was held Thursday night in Huntersville. Dozens of people filled Jonahville A.M.E. Zion Church.
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Dr. Kent Brantly Cured of Ebola, Released from Hospital
The first known Ebola patient to be treated on U.S. soil is considering his next move. Samaritan's Purse doctor Kent Brantly spoke about his recovery Thursday before he left the hospital.
World champ Biles leads at US gymnastics nationals
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Simone Biles sprinted to the lead at the U.S. Women's gymnastics championships on Thursday, putting on an impressive display as she closes in on a second straight national title.
Dominican Republic bans Miley Cyrus concert
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic (AP) — The Dominican Republic government commission that oversees public performances is banning a Sept. 13 concert by Miley Cyrus on morality grounds.
Seattle wins No. 1 pick in WNBA lottery
SECAUCUS, N.J. (AP) — The Seattle Storm have won the No. 1 pick in the WNBA draft lottery.
Viviani takes Stage 4 with late surge
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (AP) — Italian racer Elia Viviani used a powerful surge near the finish to capture Stage 4 at the USA Pro Challenge on Thursday.
US inspector finds Beyonce, Jay-Z Cuba trip legal
HAVANA (AP) — The U.S. Treasury Department's inspector general has determined Jay-Z and Beyonce's fifth-anniversary trip to Cuba last year was legal under rules allowing educational travel to the island.
Couples still seeking elusive hometown win
SNOQUALMIE, Wash. (AP) — It will remain a sore spot with Fred Couples until he's finally able to add the accomplishment to his resume.
Actor Dreyfuss: Politics should be noble calling
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Oscar winner Richard Dreyfuss told California lawmakers he hopes the American public will once again view politics as a noble calling.
Guide on TV's 'Wild West Alaska' pleads guilty
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — A hunting guide who appears on the Animal Planet television show "Wild West Alaska" has pleaded guilty to four misdemeanor hunting or guiding violations.
