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Army finds systemic failures behind DC midair collision and calls for safety fixes
A U.S. Army report has highlighted the many systemic breakdowns that led to last year's midair collision between an American Airlines jet and a Black Hawk helicopter near Wash...
THE CLOSING BELL: Rising oil prices, falling technology stocks and reversing bond yields shake Wall Street
Some sharp reversals kept financial markets unsteady, as oil prices rose and U.S. stock indexes swung. The S&P 500 fell 0.5% Thursday, its second straight loss after setti...
First flu death of season reported in NC
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services announced the first reported flu-related death of the 2026-2027 flu season.
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One firefighter killed in Durham blaze
A Durham firefighter has died, and two others were hurt in an early morning fire Thursday (Oct. 8).
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Tillis joins Davidson College program
We now know some of U.S. Sen. Thom Tillis' plans after he leaves office.
STATE FAIR: Special event days bring added fun and value
The N.C. State Fair will continue its tradition of offering special themed days in 2026. The days bring special programs, events and discounted or free admission to the fair, ...
Hurricane Isaias is expected to get stronger on its way to Florida, Alabama and Mississippi coasts
Isaias is surging toward the U.S. Gulf Coast as the first hurricane of the Atlantic season. Governors in Florida and Alabama declared a state of emergency for dozens of counti...
Most Americans think artificial intelligence is developing too fast, a new AP-NORC poll finds
A new AP-NORC poll finds that most Americans think artificial intelligence is developing too fast.
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Warm Crab Dip
Creamy, cheesy warm crab dip loaded with tender crab meat, garlic and Old Bay seasoning. It's an easy crowd-pleasing appetizer served hot with crispy bread, crackers or tortil...
Weekend Gardener
Cleome brings grandmother's garden back to life
Cleome, also known as "Grandfather's whiskers," is an old-fashioned garden favorite that thrives in North Carolina despite being native to South America. Mike Raley ...
