US Attorney for NC's Western District steps down
A US Attorney appointed by President Joe Biden stepped down from her position on Wednesday.
Senate panel advances nomination of Kash Patel, Trump's pick to lead the FBI
The Senate Judiciary Committee has voted along party lines to advance the nomination of Kash Patel for FBI director. Republicans pushed past Democratic concerns that Patel would operate as a loyalist for President Donald Trump and target perceived adversaries of the White House.
Igloo recalls coolers after handle hazard causes fingertip amputations
Igloo is recalling more than 1 million of its coolers sold across the U.S., Mexico and Canada due to a handle hazard that has resulted in a handful of fingertip injuries, including some amputations.
BBB Scam Alert: Top Valentine’s Day Scams
This Valentine’s Day is shaping up to be big, according to projections by the National Retail Federation, which suggests that consumer spending will reach nearly $26 billion.
Elon Musk calls for the US to 'delete entire agencies' from the federal government
Elon Musk called on Thursday for the United States to “delete entire agencies” from the federal government as part of his push under President Donald Trump to radically cut spending and restructure its priorities.
Inflation rises to 3% for the first time since June
Inflation climbed again in January, hitting 3-percent for the first time since June 20-24.
American hostage Marc Fogel back in US after years in Russian prison
American teacher, Marc Fogel released from Russian prison.
Honoring Hickory woman who was a member of The Six Triple Eight
The city of Hickory is celebrating Black history by highlighting the work of one of the first and only all-Black unit in the women's Army Corps during World War II.
NASCAR files appeal against 23XI and Front Row just 1 hour before Daytona 500 qualifying begins
NASCAR files appeal against 23XI and Front Row just 1 hour before Daytona 500 qualifying begins.
Senate confirms Gabbard as Trump's director of national intelligence after Republicans fall in line
The Senate has confirmed Tulsi Gabbard as President Donald Trump’s director of national intelligence. The vote Wednesday came after Republicans who had initially questioned her experience and judgment fell in line behind her nomination.
US egg prices hit a record high of $4.95 and are likely to keep climbing
Egg prices reached a record high in the U.S. last month.
Eastern storm cuts power to tens of thousands as California braces for flooding
Heavy snow and freezing rain from Kentucky to the nation's capital caused hundreds of crashes and left tens of thousands of residents in the dark.
Federal appeals court upholds singer R. Kelly's convictions and 30-year prison term
A federal appeals court has upheld singer R. Kelly's racketeering convictions and a 30-year prison sentence, finding he exploited his fame for over a quarter century to sexually abuse girls and young women.
Trump says he and Russian leader Putin have agreed to begin ‘negotiations’ on ending Ukraine war
President Donald Trump says he and Russian President Vladimir Putin have agreed to begin “negotiations” on ending the Ukraine war.
What the Tech: Malicious routers
The Department of Justice says it identified and removed malware from a state-sponsored Russian cyberterrorist organization, that targeted U.S. homes and businesses.
Hegseth brings back Fort Bragg with different namesake
Defense Secretary Hegseth brings back Fort Bragg name, with a different namesake
NASA moves up return for Starliner astronauts
NASA to bring Boeing astronauts home days earlier than expected after SpaceX capsule switch-up.
White House says Russia has released detained American teacher Marc Fogel
The family of American teacher Marc Fogel says it's "beyond grateful, relieved and overwhelmed” that he's heading home after his release from Russia.
Roses are red, violets are blue, 940 million flowers are traveling (through Miami) to you
If any husbands or boyfriends mess up Valentine's Day this week, it's not because of a shortage of flowers.
Trump signs order for plastic straws as he declares paper ones 'don’t work'
President Donald Trump says he is banning federal use of paper straws, saying they “don’t work” and don’t last very long. Instead he wants the government to exclusively move to plastic.
