Robin M. Doyle, 58, of Hickory, NC, was found dead after being reported missing. Registered sex offender Leroy Allen Loper, 54, has been charged with her kidnapping and murder. Evidence suggests Doyle was abducted from her home.
North Carolina will allow a limited elk hunting season in 2027, 25 years after reintroduction efforts began. Governor Josh Stein signed House Bill 747, enabling the NCWRC to issue two permits, with funds from auctions and raffles supporting elk conservation and management.
Two U.S. citizens from North Carolina, Tatyana Reisini and Kristen Roos, are suing the federal government for $2.5 million, alleging false arrest, assault, and rights violations after immigration agents shattered their car window and zip-tied them for honking a horn to alert others to the agents' presence in Charlotte.
A new book, 'Gullah-Geechee Diasporas,' challenges the static view of Gullah Geechee culture, revealing its widespread influence across the US South and beyond. Editors Muhammad Fraser-Rahim and Elizabeth J West discuss how essays explore the community's dynamic history, language, music, and religion, emphasizing its significant contributions and ongoing evolution.
The U.S. military identified Sgt. Michael Emmanuel Swinton, 30, from North Carolina, as the soldier killed Sunday in Irbil, Iraq, while disarming an Iranian drone. Swinton will be posthumously awarded a Bronze Star, Purple Heart, and Combat Action Badge.
North Carolina enacted a law recognizing the CFTC's authority over prediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket, imposing a 6% tax on operators' revenue from state residents starting in 2027. This contrasts with other states' crackdowns and litigation.
The CFTC has sued Trevor Vernon and Argent Capital Management for allegedly defrauding over 60 investors out of $14.8 million through a crypto commodity pool. Vernon is accused of misrepresenting trading success, concealing significant losses, and misappropriating funds.
Shane Lavers of Chanel Beads discusses his sophomore album 'Your Day Will Come', balancing experimental sound with anthemic pop hooks, exploring themes of uncertainty, grief, and hope, with a growing impact on both indie and mainstream audiences.
Michael Phillips, a North Carolina man claiming to have the world's smallest penis, is seeking public support via GoFundMe for enlargement surgery. The procedure aims to improve urination and dignity, as his condition, reportedly 0.38in erect, causes daily frustration and affects his confidence.
Olympic medallist Jenny Simpson is showing encouraging improvement in hospital after collapsing and requiring CPR at a running event in Raleigh, North Carolina. The 39-year-old American, who retired from competitive running this season, is recovering well, according to her employer Fleet Feet.
North Carolina remains a key battleground for Senate control in 2026, with Democrats hoping demographic shifts and gubernatorial wins will finally tip the scales. Despite close statewide races and Democratic gubernatorial victories, the state has consistently voted Republican in presidential and Senate elections since 2008, presenting a persistent challenge for the party.
Three-time Olympian Jenny Simpson collapsed at a track event in North Carolina on Tuesday. Reports indicate she briefly lost pulse, which was restored with CPR and an AED. She is currently receiving medical treatment.
DFB-Kapitän Joshua Kimmich äußert Bedenken wegen giftiger Tiere in North Carolina. Lionel Messi stellt WM-Rekord von Miroslav Klose ein. Aktuelle WM-News.
The Carolina Hurricanes defeated the Vegas Golden Knights 3-0 in Game 6 to win the Stanley Cup, their second in franchise history. Coach Rod Brind'Amour, who won as captain in 2006, has now led the team to victory as head coach. Key player acquisitions and strong performances from Logan Stankoven and Nikolaj Ehlers were crucial to their success.
Delta Flight 337 from Orlando to Detroit diverted to Charlotte, North Carolina, due to an unusual odour in the cockpit. The aircraft landed safely with 187 passengers and six crew members. Delta is investigating the cause of the smell, which has been reported on other flights recently.
Jordan Staal scored his sixth goal of the Stanley Cup final, sparking the Carolina Hurricanes to a 4-2 win over the Vegas Golden Knights in Game 5. The Hurricanes now lead the best-of-seven series 3-2.
North Carolina cop Samuel Marcum fired and arrested for throwing body camera into lake to conceal having sex in patrol car on duty; charged with obstruction of justice and other offenses.
Scotland's influential midfielder Scott McTominay missed training with a stomach complaint ahead of their World Cup opener against Haiti. While considered a precaution, his absence is a concern for the team, who are playing their first World Cup match in 28 years.
Several states, led by Democratic governors, have declined President Trump's invitation to participate in the 'Great American State Fair' celebrating the US's 250th anniversary, citing cost and partisan concerns. The event, organized by Freedom 250, will still feature state pavilions but faces other organizational challenges.
The German Football Association (DFB) has set up a fairytale-like base in North Carolina for the World Cup, reminiscent of a castle and Harry Potter. However, the article criticizes DFB President Bernd Neuendorf for avoiding political issues surrounding the tournament, particularly in host countries, and failing to develop a clear stance.
A federal judge has ruled that Decarlos Brown Jr., charged in the fatal stabbing of Ukrainian refugee Iryna Zarutska, is not competent to stand trial due to mental illness. He will undergo treatment to restore competency.
An immigration judge in Charlotte, NC, ordered the deportation of Levi Mendez-Maldonado, who was murdered in November 2024. His lawyer informed the judge of his death, but the judge proceeded with the hearing in absentia, citing insufficient proof of death despite a death certificate.
Tomas Hertl scored the game-winning goal with 3:24 left in the third period, giving the Vegas Golden Knights a 5-4 victory over the Carolina Hurricanes in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final. Shea Theodore had a three-point performance for Vegas.
Shelby, NC Police Officer Karson Hyder, 22, was fired and charged with assault after doorbell footage showed him repeatedly punching a woman during an arrest. The incident sparked protests in the city.
