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Crowded Republican field lines up to take on Democrat Don Davis

February 25, 2026February 25, 2026 · Charlotte, North Carolina Local News

It’s a small group at the Nashville Exchange in Nash County on a Monday night, a little more than two weeks before the North Carolina primary election. But…

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More than 550 truck driving schools face decertification

February 22, 2026February 22, 2026 · Orlando, Florida Local News

WASHINGTON, D.C.: More than 550 U.S. commercial driving schools that train truck and bus drivers must shut down after federal investigators found widespread safety failures, the Transportation Department…

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Downtown art space thrives, not just survives

February 21, 2026February 21, 2026 · Boston, Massachusetts Local News

HAVERHILL — Seven months in, a community hub for all things art has flourished downtown with demands “exceeding expectations.” Organizers celebrate the space’s success while framing the next…

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Trump and Maryland Governor Wes Moore Battle Over Potomac River Sewage Spill Response

February 16, 2026February 16, 2026 · US News

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — President Donald Trump on Monday lashed out at Maryland Gov. Wes Moore over what he says is a lagging response to a…

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Judge Says US Must Help Bring Back a Handful of Venezuelans Deported to Notorious Prison

February 12, 2026February 12, 2026 · US News

A federal judge on Thursday ordered the Trump administration to make arrangements to allow some of the Venezuelan migrants deported to a notorious prison in El Salvador to…

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President Trump, first lady to visit Fort Bragg Friday

February 12, 2026February 12, 2026 · Charlotte, North Carolina Local News

President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump will visit Fort Bragg in Fayetteville, North Carolina, on Friday.  The president will meet with military families and members of…

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Kennedy Center Head Warns Staff of Cuts and ‘Skeletal’ Staffing During Renovation Closure

February 11, 2026February 11, 2026 · US News

As the Trump administration prepares to close the Kennedy Center for a two-year renovation, the head of Washington’s performing arts center has warned its staff about impending cuts…

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From Stilettos to Safety Concerns on Inauguration Day: 4 Takeaways From Melania Trump’s New Movie

January 30, 2026January 30, 2026 · US News

WASHINGTON (AP) — The new documentary “Melania” opens on a close-up of the trademark stilettos of first lady Melania Trump as she walks the halls of Mar-a-Lago, her…

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Watchdog report finds concerns over potential FEMA changes

January 8, 2026January 8, 2026 · Charlotte, North Carolina Local News

The nonpartisan watchdog arm of Congress finds praise among local and state officials over how the Federal Emergency Management Agency initially responded to Tropical Storm Helene. This comes…

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Suspect in Vandalism of Vice President JD Vance’s Ohio Home Is Behind Bars

January 6, 2026January 6, 2026 · US News

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — An individual accused of vandalizing the Ohio home of Vice President JD Vance in the dark of night and causing other property damage was…

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Trump Tells Republicans to Be ‘Flexible’ on Abortion Restrictions to Get a Health Care Deal

January 6, 2026January 6, 2026 · US News

President Donald Trump said Tuesday he wants Republicans to reach a deal on health care insurance assistance by being willing to bend on a 50-year-old amendment that bars…

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Oil stocks sharply higher after U.S. action in Venezuela

January 5, 2026January 5, 2026 · Charlotte, North Carolina Local News

Shares of major U.S. companies in the energy sector are sharply higher Monday after President Donald Trump announced plans to take control of Venezuela’s oil industry, saying that it would…

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Oil stocks sharply higher after U.S. action in Venezuela

January 5, 2026January 5, 2026 · Tampa Bay, Florida Local News

Shares of major U.S. companies in the energy sector are sharply higher Monday after President Donald Trump announced plans to take control of Venezuela’s oil industry, saying that it would…

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Photos: What is the National Guard doing in D.C.?

January 3, 2026January 3, 2026 · Politics

Since August 11, President Donald Trump’s “Safe and Beautiful” plan has pulled more than 2,000 National Guard troops into Washington, D.C.—a visible show of force to deter crime…

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The DOJ assails D.C.’s ‘assault weapon’ ban as an arbitrary, historically ungrounded gun law

December 24, 2025December 24, 2025 · Politics

In Washington, D.C., a gun cannot be legally owned unless it is registered, and it cannot be registered if it qualifies as an “assault weapon” under D.C. law.…

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Powerball jackpot jumps to $1.7 billion after another drawing with no big winner

December 22, 2025December 22, 2025 · Orlando, Florida Local News

NO ONE HAS WON THE BIG PRIZE SINCE EARLY SEPTEMBER. A CHANCE AT POWERBALL JACKPOT IS IN HIGH DEMAND AT THE SHOP THAT SELLS MORE LOTTERY TICKETS THAN…

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Dan Bongino calls a halt to brief tenure as FBI deputy director

December 21, 2025December 21, 2025 · Orlando, Florida Local News

WASHINGTON, D.C.: FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino announced on December 17 that he would be resigning from the bureau next month, ending a brief and tumultuous tenure. In…

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Photos Show Mock Funeral for the Penny at Lincoln Memorial

December 20, 2025December 20, 2025 · US News

Wasington (AP) — A mock funeral for the penny, which was discontinued earlier this year, was held Saturday in front of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington. This is…

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AP-NORC poll finds consumers pinched by prices this holiday season

December 18, 2025December 18, 2025 · Orlando, Florida Local News

WASHINGTON, D.C.: As Americans head into the heart of the holiday shopping season, many say festive spending feels more stressful than joyful, weighed down by stubbornly high prices…

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Nida Allam challenging Rep. Valerie Foushee in Democratic rematch

December 11, 2025December 12, 2025 · Charlotte, North Carolina Local News

Durham County Vice Chair Nida Allam is launching her campaign for the Democratic primary in North Carolina’s 4th Congressional District. What You Need To Know Durham County Vice…

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