WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert to retire in December after transformative and tumultuous tenure
Engelbert is the second-longest tenured WNBA president or commissioner.
At least 5 dead after Amazon cargo plane barreled off runway at Miami airport
Authorities say at least five people are dead after an Amazon cargo plane barreled off a Miami airport runway and smashed into cars. The plane overran a runway at Miami International Airport on Sunday.
'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' makes it 6 weeks in a row at No. 1 as Hollywood wraps a banner summer
“Spider-Man: Brand New Day” remained the No. 1 movie in theaters over the weekend, becoming just the second film this decade to top the box office for six straight weeks. The last release to enjoy such a long stretch leading the box office was 2022’s “Avatar: The Way of Water.”
The disease that decimated American elms could help bring them back
The very disease that has decimated millions of American elms in the U.S. is now being used to bring the iconic trees back.
George Lucas presents a galaxy of art that goes far, far past 'Star Wars' in new Los Angeles museum
The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art is opening in Los Angeles, showcasing a vast collection of creative work. While "Star Wars” fans will find familiar pieces, the museum focuses on a broader range of art collected by George Lucas.
NASCAR drivers scrambling for cameos after Tom Cruise announces 'Days of Thunder' sequel
oey Logano says he would love to get a cameo in the upcoming sequel to “Days of Thunder.” Tom Cruise announced last weekend that he will star in a follow-up to the 1990 movie, in which he played NASCAR driver Cole Trickle.
Scams in the US are at a record high. Yet most victims get no help and some end up losing even more
Virtually every American has been targeted by scammers in some way, new polling data shows. Scams in the U.S. have surged to a record high, causing billions in losses for Americans, but U.S. still lags behind some other countries in tackling the problem.
At 91, Dale 'Grey Beard' Sanders reclaims record as oldest hiker to complete the Appalachian Trail
A 91-year-old man who goes by the nickname Grey Beard has reclaimed his record as the oldest hiker to complete the Appalachian Trail.
ICE officer pleads not guilty to lying about shooting and is released from custody
A U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer was released from federal custody Friday after pleading not guilty to lying to investigators about the circumstances that led to the shooting of a Venezuelan man during the Minnesota immigration crackdown last winter.
British police try to track down theft of 70,000 pints worth of Guinness stout
British police are working to recover 70,000 pints of stolen Guinness. The Cheshire Constabulary said Thursday that two trailer truckloads of the beer, worth $155,000, were taken from a depot near Liverpool.
Social media companies are trying harder to know which users are kids
Determining which social media accounts belong to children is the linchpin of child safety measures that companies, including Meta, Google, TikTok, and Roblox, are ramping up as public and regulatory sentiment turns against them in the U.S. and other countries.
Amazon Prime Video to broadcast games locally for six NHL teams, including Carolina
Amazon’s Prime Video will be the exclusive local streaming home of six NHL teams this season – including the Carolina Hurricanes, as part of a multiyear agreement the league announced.
Excavation work on Trump's arch in Washington to begin over next 2 weeks, administration says
The Trump administration has announced that it is planning to start excavation work on a memorial arch in Washington over the next two weeks.
Flock surveillance cameras become midterm campaign target as voters balk at tech companies' power
Across the country and up and down the ballot, candidates from both parties are increasingly on the attack over Flock cameras. The AI-powered nationwide network records license plate data and other characteristics of all passing vehicles, allowing law enforcement agencies across the country to search and share that data.
Concerts to attend this week around Charlotte
Lyfe Jennings headlines this week’s concert lineup in Charlotte. The critically acclaimed R&B singer will be performing at The Underground this week.
Pabst Blue Ribbon offers $20,000 reward to help find its missing beer
Pabst Blue Ribbon wants its beer back, and it’s offering a reward to help that happen. The CEO of Pabst Brewing Co. said that the company will pay up to $20,000 to anyone who provides new information that leads to the recovery of 1,602 stolen cases of Pabst Blue Ribbon and non-alcoholic Old Milwaukee beer.
Louisiana judge rules against NCAA, clearing path for former NFL players to join LSU roster
LSU coach Lane Kiffin’s chances of fielding former NFL players improved Thursday night when a Louisiana judge issued a preliminary injunction against the NCAA in a high-profile eligibility case.
Judge in Lindsay Clancy case can declare a mistrial, court says
A Massachusetts judge declared a mistrial in the murder case against Lindsay Clancy. Jurors could not agree on whether she was criminally responsible when she strangled her three young children in 2023. Friday’s mistrial leaves the case unresolved and allows prosecutors to try Clancy again.
Greg and Kara Olsen's non profit unveils new billboard campaign in partnership with Adams Outdoor
The non profit founded by retired Carolina Panthers player Greg Olsen and his wife, Kara, launched a year-long billboard campaign this week.
Mecklenburg County outlines plan to improve child welfare system
Mecklenburg County is working to improve the social services system after the tragic death of a six year old revealed gaps in the system. A new Corrective Action Plan outlines four key findings and actions to get better results and hit targets.
Local woman accused of leaving her infant granddaughter inside hot car
A Union County grandmother is accused of leaving her eight-month-old granddaughter inside a hot car.
Romanian prosecutors indict Andrew Tate on trafficking minors and money laundering
Romanian prosecutors have indicted social media influencer Andrew Tate on charges including trafficking minors and money laundering. His brother, Tristan Tate, is also implicated. The charges stem from an investigation that began with their arrest in Bucharest in 2022.
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