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Nation's Largest Abortion Protest Could Be Last Under Roe

Thousands of anti-abortion protesters are rallying in the nation’s capital Friday with a growing sense of momentum about the prospects this year of a sweeping rollback of abortion rights.

Louie Anderson, Emmy-Winning Comedian, Dies At 68

Louie Anderson, whose four-decade career as a comedian and actor included his unlikely and Emmy-winning performance as mom to twin adult sons in the TV series “Baskets,” has died at age 68.

Meat Loaf, 'Bat Out Of Hell' Rock Superstar, Dies At 74

Meat Loaf, the rock superstar loved by millions for his “Bat Out of Hell” album and for such theatrical, dark-hearted anthems as “Paradise By the Dashboard Light” and “Two Out of Three Ain’t Bad,” has died at age 74.

Trucking Industry Turning To 18 Year Old Drivers To Ease Shortage

The U.S. government is trying to help ease the trucker shortage by allowing 18-year-olds to drive semis across state lines.

McDonald's Expanding Test Of McPlant Burger In US Stores

McDonald’s is expanding sales of its meatless McPlant burger to hundreds of locations.

Jan. 6 Committee Requests Interview With Ivanka Trump

The House committee investigating the U.S. Capitol insurrection is asking Ivanka Trump, daughter of former President Donald Trump, to voluntarily cooperate with its investigation.

Amazon Heads To The Mall With Prototype Clothing Store

First, Amazon competed with malls. Now, it’s moving inside one.

Bronx-Raised Cardi B Offers To Pay Fire Victim Burial Costs

Cardi B has offered to pay the burial costs for all 17 people killed in a fire in a New York City high-rise.

Biden To Highlight Progress, Ask For Patience Over Setbacks

President Joe Biden is holding a rare news conference at the one-year mark in his presidency to try to talk anxious Americans through the challenges of delivering on his lengthy to-do list.

Ford Recalls 200K Cars Because Brake Lights Can Stay On

Ford is recalling about 200,000 cars in the U.S. to fix a problem that can stop the brake lights from turning off.

Wireless Carriers Delay 56 Implementation Near Charlotte Douglas, Other Major Airports Over Safety Concerns

Wireless Carriers Delay 5G Implementation Near Charlotte Douglas, Other Major Airports Over Safety Concerns

Fears of an aviation crisis, temporarily averted on Tuesday afternoon. Verizon and AT&T now delaying their activation of 5G high speed service near certain airports including Charlotte Douglas International.

Millions Of People Who Are Out Of Work Are About To Lose Much Needed Money

Truist Cuts Down Overdraft Fees, Joining Other Big Banks

Truist Bank says it is reducing its overdraft fees.

White House Soft-Launches COVID-19 Test Request Website

The Biden administration on Tuesday quietly launched its website for Americans to request free at-home COVID-19 tests, a day before the site was scheduled to officially launch.

TSA Sees Spike In Firearms Found At CLT Airport

The Transportation Security Administration says that compared to previous years, they have seen a spike in the number of firearms found at the Charlotte-Douglas International Airport in 2021.

BBB Scam Alert: Getting A COVID-19 Test? Make Sure The Testing Site Is Real

This winter’s spike in COVID-19 cases has more people than ever looking for tests. This has given rise to a new con: phony websites and suspicious in-person testing sites used to collect personal and insurance information.

Out Of This World: 555.55-Carat Black Diamond Lands In Dubai

Auction house Sotheby’s Dubai has unveiled a diamond that’s literally from out of this world.

Honoring The Life And Legacy Of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Two local activist explain how we can all embody what Dr. King stood for and make a difference.

On MLK Day, Biden Says Americans Must Commit To King's Work

Americans must commit to the unfinished work of Martin Luther King Jr., President Joe Biden said Monday said in a video address on the day that commemorates the slain civil rights leader.