CMS Board approves policies to support students having a mental health crisis
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg School Board has approved policy updates to support students who may be having a mental health crisis.
CMS bus drivers doubling up routes as district tries to fill 100 vacancies
The district says there are 100 school bus driver vacancies. They say some drivers are pulling doubles to get kids to and from school.
Jury convicts a man of first-degree murder for the 1996 killing of rap icon Tupac Shakur
A jury has found Duane “Keffe D” Davis guilty of orchestrating the 1996 killing of rapper Tupac Shakur. The verdict Monday marks the first and only conviction in a case that has gripped hip-hop fans for years.
DA says a North Carolina teen who recorded San Diego mosque shooting livestream has been charged with murder
A North Carolina district attorney says a 17-year-old girl who recorded a livestream of a shooting that killed three people at a San Diego mosque and disseminated the attackers’ white-supremacist writings has been charged with murder by aiding and abetting.
Supreme Court lets White House continue construction on Trump’s $400 million ballroom
The Supreme Court is allowing the White House to continue construction on President Donald Trump’s $400 million White House ballroom project while his administration appeals a judge’s order halting the work.
Two residents arrested after shots fired at Newton apartments
The Newton Police have arrested two individuals after receiving a call that shots were fired.
More storms possible at Grand Canyon where a flash flood killed at least 2 people, others missing
Rescue crews looking for missing people have found at least two bodies since a flash flood swept through the Grand Canyon, and forecasters are warning that more flooding is possible. Saturday’s flash flood severely damaged the only water pipeline into the canyon.
Argentina star Lionel Messi retires from international soccer with World Cup title and 125 goals
Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from international soccer after 21 years representing Argentina. “It was a decision that hurt — and still hurts deeply — but I understand that the time has come,” the 39-year-old Messi says on his Instagram account Monday.
Inmate charged after attempting to bribe officer
Detectives have made an arrest after an inmate attempted to bribe a detention officer to smuggle contraband into the Rowan County Detention Center.
Bessent huddles with G20 to try to rally allies on Iran as tariffs strain ties
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent wants to rally the world's largest economies this week at a summit in Asheville, North Carolina. The G20 finance ministers are meeting at a time when the U.S. has disrupted the international order with aggressive tariffs and an unpopular war on Iran.
Dolly Parton estate announces 2-day festival 'Dollyfest' following a private ceremony
Dolly Parton’s not done yet. The estate behind the icon, who died of cancer last week at age 80, has announced Dollyfest, a two-day festival to be held in Nashville and London in 2027.
Body of missing 5-year-old recovered in South Carolina
The body of missing 5-year-old Sailor Hayes was found Monday morning in Georgetown County, South Carolina.
September reset: Why you shouldn't wait until January to refocus
January may be known for fresh starts, but September can offer another opportunity to reset and refocus before the end of the year.
Novak Djokovic out in US Open 1st round for the first time. Pegula, Medvedev, Kostyuk among winners
The 24-time Grand Slam champion was knocked out in the first round of the U.S. Open for the first time, beaten by Mariano Navone of Argentina.
Adam recaps Halloween Horror Nights
Adam Wurtzel went to the opening night of Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Florida.
Tom Cruise announces a follow-up film to 'Days of Thunder' to hit theaters in 2028
Tom Cruise will reprise his role as NASCAR driver Cole Trickle in a follow-up to “Days of Thunder.” Cruise made the announcement from Daytona International Speedway hours before NASCAR’s regular-season finale.
North Carolina opens Bill Belichick's second season with 15-10 win over TCU in Ireland
New quarterback Billy Edwards Jr. threw for 232 yards and North Carolina opened coach Bill Belichick’s second season with a 15-10 win over TCU.
Meep, meep. ‘Coyote vs. Acme’ opens with $15.5 million, 'Spider-Man' stays No. 1 for fifth weekend
Three years after Warner Bros. abruptly canned the Looney Tunes feature “Coyote vs. Acme,” it has a new lease on life thanks to Ketchup Entertainment. The movie debuted with an estimated $15.5 million in ticket sales over the weekend. For the fifth weekend in a row, “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” topped the North American box office.
Miles Davis' TD run lifts Panthers to 16-13 win over Texans in preseason finale
Rookie Miles Davis ran for a 1-yard touchdown, Ryan Fitzgerald kicked three field goals and the Carolina Panthers held on to defeat the Houston Texans 16-13 in the preseason finale for both teams.
Army to spend $2B to build nuclear microreactors at 5 bases as US seeks to ramp up nuclear power
The U.S. Army has announced plans to add nuclear microreactors at five military bases from New York to Texas as a reliable energy source independent of the commercial electric grid.
In Dolly Parton’s theology, God and acceptance shared the same stage
Dolly Parton was known for both her faith and acceptance. The beloved country singer's support for the LGBTQ+ community resonated with many, especially queer Christians. Parton's music and public persona consistently promoted acceptance, making her a beacon for those struggling with their identity.
Need spiritual guidance? Gurus join chatbot trend as people turn to AI for answers
An increasing number of spiritual seekers are finding that artificial intelligence is giving them non-judgmental access to spiritual insights. This trend is growing, notably in Hinduism, where gurus are considered essential for spiritual growth.
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