Flu On The Rise In Alabama, Other Southern States
Federal health officials say that the flu is now widespread in Alabama - and it's expected to increase.
Tentative Contract Reached In LA Teachers Strike, Educators Expected To Be Back In Class Wednesday
Contentious contract negotiations have resulted in a tentative deal between Los Angeles school officials and the teachers union that will allow striking educators to return to classrooms on Wednesday.
Judge Denies Mark Harris' Request to Certify Election Results
"Certification is not appropriate until the investigation into protest is concluded by final decision," said Wake County Superior Court Judge Paul Ridgeway. After two and a half hours of arguments, he sided with the State of North Carolina and the Dan McCready campaign.
Lowe’s Becomes Official Home Improvement Retail Sponsor Of The NFL
National Football League today announced that Lowe’s Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is now the Official Home Improvement Retail Sponsor of the NFL.
Trump Moving Ahead With State Of The Union Speech Next Week
The White House is moving forward with plans for President Donald Trump to deliver his State of the Union speech next week in front of a joint session of Congress — despite a letter from House Speaker Nancy Pelosi requesting he delay it.
High Court Lets Military Implement Transgender Restrictions
The Trump administration can go ahead with its plan to restrict military service by transgender men and women while court challenges continue, the Supreme Court said Tuesday.
Police: Singer Chris Brown Detained In Paris After Rape Allegation
Two police officials say U.S. singer Chris Brown and two other people are in custody in Paris after a woman filed a rape complaint.
Trump Marks MLK Day With Memorial Visit
President Donald Trump paid a brief visit to the Martin Luther King Jr. memorial in Washington on the holiday honoring the civil rights leader.
TSA Screener Sick-Outs Hit 10 Percent Over Holiday Weekend
The percentage of TSA airport screeners missing work has hit 10 percent as the partial government shutdown stretches into its fifth week.
For The Poor, The Safety Net In A Shutdown Doesn't Feel Safe
Doris Cochran, a disabled mother of two young boys, is stockpiling canned foods these days, filling her shelves with noodle soup, green beans, peaches and pears- anything that can last for months or even years.
Senator Kamala Harris Opens Democratic Presidential Bid
Senator Kamala Harris is running for president.
Patriots Make Third Straight Super Bowl, Beat Chiefs 37-31
The New England Patriots are headed to their third straight Super Bowl, once more thanks to Tom Brady's brilliance.
First Tangible Signs Of Shutdown Progress May Be Emerging
The first tangible signs of movement may be emerging in the impasse that has shut down the government for weeks: President Donald Trump is promising a “major announcement” about the closure and the U.S.-Mexico border and Democrats are pledging more money for border security.
Shutdown Could Affect Health Of Local Catawba Native Americans
Catawba Nation Dipping Into Reserve Funds To Pay Doctors Due To Government Shutdown
Johnsonville Recalls Ground Pork Over Possible Contamination
Johnsonville LLC has recalled more than 48,000 pounds (21,800 kilograms) of raw ground frozen pork patties that may be contaminated with materials including black rubber.
Perdue Recalling Almost 70,000 Pounds Of Chicken Nuggets Possibly Contaminated With Wood
Perdue is recalling more than 68,000 pounds (30,844 kilograms) of chicken nuggets because they may be contaminated with wood.
AG Josh Stein Announces Legislation to Strengthen Protections Against Identity Theft After Millions Affected By Data Breach
Attorney General Josh Stein was in Charlotte on Thursday to announce new legislation to strengthen protections against identity theft.
TSA Absentee Rate Still High, But Down From Sunday’s Peak
TSA officials say the rate of airport screeners missing work during the partial government shutdown has stabilized — but still at unusually high numbers — just before a three-day holiday weekend that is likely to bring bigger airport crowds.
Trump Denies Pelosi Aircraft For Planned Trip Abroad
It took President Donald Trump one day to flex his executive power back at House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, denying her an aircraft for a planned trip abroad in apparent response to her attempt to delay his State of Union address amid their government shutdown clash.
Trump Says U.S. Will Develop Space-Based Missile Defense
Declaring that space is the new warfighting domain, President Donald Trump on Thursday vowed the U.S. will develop an unrivaled missile defense system to protect against advanced hypersonic and cruise missile threats from competitors and adversaries.
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