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The Rising Crew Tries to Distract Their Dogs With Peanut Butter at Bath Time

Our furry friends are not always fans of getting bathed. The Rising crew tries out a TikTok trend using peanut butter to distract their dogs at bath time.

POLITICAL WRAP: Former President Trump Returns to National Stage, Hints at 2024 Run

Former President Trump is making his return to the political stage. He was the closing speaker at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) in Orlando. In his first public comments since leaving the White House, Trump says the journey begun four years ago is "far from over" and says he might even run again in 2024.

Supreme Court Could Put New Limits On Voting Rights Lawsuit

Eight years after carving the heart out of a landmark voting rights law, the Supreme Court is looking at putting new limits on efforts to combat racial discrimination in voting.

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Panthers Celebrate Black History Month With A Video Project Narrated By Rapsody

Panthers officials say in honor of Black History Month the team partnered with Grammy Award-nominated artist Rapsody, originally from North Carolina, to create a video project celebrating Black history in the Carolinas.

Biden Teams Readies Wider Economic Package After Virus Relief

Looking beyond the $1.9 trillion COVID relief bill, President Joe Biden and lawmakers are laying the groundwork for another top legislative priority — a long-sought boost to the nation’s roads, bridges and other infrastructure that could run into Republican resistance to a hefty price tag.

One Person Killed In West Charlotte House Fire, Investigators Say Fire Intentionally Set

Neighbors attempted to save the person from the burning home early Sunday morning on Westerwood Village Drive near Tuckaseegee Road.

"Not A Good Idea:" Experts Concerned About Pope Trip To Iraq

Infectious disease experts are expressing concern about Pope Francis’ upcoming trip to Iraq, given a sharp rise in coronavirus infections there, a fragile health care system and the unavoidable likelihood that Iraqis will crowd to see him.

FDA Clears One-Dose Johnson & Johnson COVID Vaccine

The U.S. now has a third vaccine to prevent COVID-19. The Food and Drug Administration on Saturday cleared a Johnson & Johnson shot that works with just one dose instead of two.

Cooper Vetoes Bill That Would Force K-12 Schools To Reopen

North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper on Friday rejected a bill that would compel the state’s 115 K-12 public school districts to reopen with at least partial in-person instruction, while also allowing parents the option of keeping their kids learning remotely.

Trump The Dominant Force At Conservative Conference

A conference dedicated to the future of the conservative movement turned into an ode to Donald Trump as speakers declared their fealty to the former president and attendees posed for selfies with a golden statue of his likeness.

Edge: Dababy Sued Yet Again

Dababy is facing more lawsuits. This time for allegedly assaulting the rental property owner who barged in on the rapper's music video shoot.

EOTC: Lady Gaga's Dogs Are Returned, The Real World OG's Re-Unite, Facebook Comes For TikTok

Lady Gaga's dogs Kogi and Gustav have been returned safely after being stolen on Wednesday. The original Real World is re-uniting to re-roommate. Facebook is releasing an app that will let users post and share videos of themselves rapping over beats which are provided by the app, called Bars.

Governor Cooper Says A Federally Funded COVID-19 Vaccination Site Is Opening In North Carolina

Governor Roy Cooper announced on Friday that a new COVID-19 vaccination center is opening in Greensboro, North Carolina in partnership with the federal government.

Biden: Strikes In Syria Sent Warning To Iran To 'Be Careful'

President Joe Biden said Friday that Iran should view his decision to authorize U.S. airstrikes in Syria as a warning that it can expect consequences for its support of militia groups that threaten U.S. interests or personnel.

U.S. Advisers Endorse Single-Shot COVID-19 Vaccine From J&J

U.S. health advisers endorsed a one-dose COVID-19 vaccine from Johnson & Johnson on Friday, putting the nation on the cusp of adding an easier-to-use option to fight the pandemic.

February Full Moon

The February full moon will rise at 5:41 tonight and 6:50 pm Saturday.

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Discover 3-D Printing With The Catawba County Library

Catawba County Library officials say they will be offering two upcoming classes for anyone interested in learning about 3-D printing and its technology.

Governor McMaster Lifts COVID-19 Restrictions On Gatherings And Alcohol Sales In South Carolina

Governor Henry McMaster says on Monday, March 1st alcohol sales will be allowed past the 11 p.m. curfew and restrictions on large gatherings will be lifted in South Carolina.

Dems Near Relief Bill OK By House, Ponder Wage Plan Rescue

A $1.9 trillion package aimed at helping the country rebuild from the pandemic seemed headed toward House passage Friday, even as Democrats searched for a way to revive their derailed drive to boost the minimum wage.

US Implicates Saudi Crown Prince In Journalist's Killing

Saudi Arabia’s crown prince likely approved an operation to kill or capture a U.S.-based journalist inside the Saudi consulate in Istanbul, according to a newly declassified U.S. intelligence report released Friday that could escalate pressure on the Biden administration to hold the kingdom accountable for a murder that drew bipartisan and international outrage.

Governor Cooper Lifts Curfew In North Carolina On February 26th

Governor Roy Cooper says on Friday, February 26th North Carolina's modified Stay-At-Home order will be lifted and there will no longer be a curfew in the state.