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Red Sox bet $58 million on Jake Bauers’ breakthrough season

The Boston Red Sox made the first big splash of the offseason on Friday, signing first baseman Jake Bauers to a four-year, $58 million just a couple of weeks after the former journeyman helped the Milwaukee Brewers win the World Series. For the 31-year-old Bauers, it’s rare job security. As...

Boston, MA · 21h
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The rise and fall of Russell Brand: From controversial comedian to convicted rapist

LONDON — This past week brought an ignominious end — for now, at least — to the career of Russell Brand, the British comedian who flaunted his bad-boy behavior for years as a radio show host, Hollywood actor, political activist and addict.

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Dejounte Murray requests trade from Pelicans

After two-plus seasons, Dejounte Murray’s time in New Orleans may be coming to a close. ESPN’s Shams Charania reported Friday that the veteran point guard has requested a trade, with the Pelicans confirming the news shortly thereafter. This comes on the heels of two blowout defeats for the Pelicans: a 51-point thrashing by the Warriors on Monday, followed by a 34-point loss to the Nets on Wednesday.

New Orleans, LA · 18h
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Mauricio Pochettino needs to be the most ruthless version of himself to rejuvenate Manchester United

It might sounds silly but Mauricio Pochettino needs to go full Mauricio Pochettino to kick-start his Manchester United reign. Pochettino is intense, demands incredible levels of fitness and dedication from his players and staff, and puts egos aside to make surprising and ruthless calls. He needs to double down on...

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NC Senate committee approves permitless carry of concealed firearms for residents 18 and older

The North Carolina Senate Judiciary Committee voted Tuesday to approve a bill allowing gun owners to carry concealed handguns without obtaining a permit, sending it to another panel. Senate Bill 50, which bears the title “Freedom to Carry NC,” would authorize permitless concealed carry for individuals who are U.S. citizens, at least 18 years of […]

North Carolina · 2025-03-18

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Woman accused of assaulting, spitting on crew members during American Airlines flight to Charlotte

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - A woman was indicted on Tuesday after being accused of spitting on and assaulting crew members during an American Airlines flight bound for Charlotte last year. According to court documents, Nicole Pizzi, 43, was charged by the grand jury on Tuesday, March 18, with four counts...

Charlotte, NC · 2025-03-19

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North Carolina man wins $150,000 from his first lottery game

A North Carolina man won a $150,000 lottery prize thanks to some advice from his mother and a healthy serving of beginner's luck.

North Carolina · 2025-03-19

WSOC Charlotte

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Homicide investigation underway in parking lot of University City apartments

Police in University City are investigating a homicide Wednesday afternoon.

Charlotte, NC · 2025-03-19

NC Newsline

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North Carolina’s ongoing descent into authoritarianism

North Carolina stands at a precipice. Our state government is no longer a part of a functioning democratic system—rather, it is becoming an electoral autocracy and falling prey to fascism. Since 2010, our state’s Republican-controlled legislature has aggressively consolidated power, deploying a range of calculated maneuvers designed to undermine the freedoms of everyday, working-class people. […]

North Carolina · 2025-03-19

WSOC Charlotte

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NC Department of Revenue to introduce new transportation commerce tax

The North Carolina Department of Revenue will introduce a new transportation commerce tax this summer.

North Carolina · 2025-03-19

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A family’s act of kindness ends in tragedy, leaving loved ones mourning a mother and her young son

LANCASTER, S.C. — Family, friends, and neighbors are grieving the loss of Christina McVay and her 6-year-old son, Colin after the pair were shot and killed earlier this month. The man accused of taking their lives was someone Christina’s father had been trying to help, resulting in a gesture of kindness that ended in heartbreak.

Lancaster County, SC · 2025-03-19

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Devastating Storm in North Carolina Claims Lives of Two Young Brothers: ‘At Least God Left Us a Daughter’

A storm is already a terrifying thing to experience, yet a tragedy recently occurred involving two brothers in North Carolina. Josiah (13) and Joshua Leviskia (11) lost their lives when a tree, uprooted by strong winds, fell on their mobile home. Despite rescue efforts, the brothers were pronounced dead at the scene. According to officials, the siblings likely died instantly from the impact, given the way the tree fell. Their parents and sibling were fortunate enough to survive the devastating incident.

North Carolina · 2025-03-19

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Man accused of embezzling $500,000 from Charlotte trucking company started by former Panthers linebacker

Dixon, who helped manage Good Run Logistics, a nationwide long-haul trucking business, is accused of diverting funds between February 2023 and June 2024.

Charlotte, NC · 2025-03-18

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Election integrity activist offers process for resolving Griffin-Riggs election dispute

The head of the Voter Integrity Project has set out a proposal for resolving North Carolina's state Supreme Court election dispute without throwing out more than 65,000 ballots cast last fall. The state Appeals Court accepted Tuesday a friend-of-the-court brief from election activist Jay DeLancy. It spells out the possibility...

North Carolina · 2025-03-19

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North Carolina legal community urges Jefferson Griffin to concede Supreme Court race

RALEIGH, N.C. — A coalition of over 200 North Carolina jurists, senior state government officials, bar leaders, legal educators, and practicing attorneys issued a joint letter to Jefferson Griffin, urging him to drop his lawsuit challenging the 2024 election results for a seat on the North Carolina Supreme Court. The letter, sent Tuesday, emphasizes the importance of upholding the integrity of the judicial system and respecting the will of the voters.

North Carolina · 2025-03-19

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North Carolina man arrested in 1979 cold case murder of Maryland woman

Rodger Zodas Brown, 82, was arrested in North Carolina in connection with the 1979 murder of Kathryn Donohue in Prince George’s County, Maryland. Detectives say they used forensic genetic genealogy DNA analysis to identify Brown after decades of investigation. Authorities report no known connection between Brown and the victim,...

Prince George'S County, MD · 2025-03-18