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07/06/2024

Virginia Sen. Mark Warner is organizing a group of Democratic lawmakers to call on President Biden to leave the presidential race, according to multiple reports. https://trib.al/PyRY2m6

07/06/2024

A daughter has been accused of killing her mother on the Fourth of July and is now in custody, according to the Kernersville Police Department.

KERNERSVILLE, N.C. (WGHP) — A daughter has been accused of killing her mother on the Fourth of July and is now in custody, according to the Kernersville Police Department. At around 3:26 p.m. on Th…

07/06/2024

After two people were attacked by a rabid fox in Winston-Salem this week, Forsyth County Department of Public Health workers spoke to the public about what to do if you encounter a rabid animal.

(WGHP) — Summer is now well underway in the Piedmont Triad, and many people and critters are out and about enjoying the warm weather — but that also means it’s rabies season in North Ca…

07/06/2024

Raleigh-Durham International Airport recorded a high temperature of 106 degrees in the Triangle on Friday.

This is the hottest day in recorded history for the Triangle. The heat index was also the hottest ever at 118 degrees.

07/06/2024

On Friday morning, a sinkhole opened up on the side of a Wake Forest road in a residential area. According to town spokesperson Bill Crabtree, while the sinkhole is not very large in diameter, it measures approximately 10 feet in depth.

On Friday morning, a sinkhole opened up on the side of a Wake Forest road in a residential area.

07/06/2024

HAVE YOU SEEN THIS?: Drawings sketched by a young Queen Victoria have been put up for auction in London.

Drawings sketched by a young Queen Victoria have been put up for auction in London. The drawings are part of a collection of materials assembled by Augusta Hayter, daughter in law of Sir George Hay…

07/06/2024

An injured bald eagle that had been found grounded in Newport News Park in March has spread its wings once more. https://trib.al/EeJrQxi

07/06/2024

RECALL ALERT: Hatch sound machines that were sold at Target, Walmart, BuyBuyBaby and other nationwide retailers have been recalled due to a risk of shock.

Hatch sound machines that were sold at Target, Walmart, BuyBuyBaby and other nationwide retailers have been recalled due to a risk of shock.

07/06/2024

President Biden reiterated Friday that he felt terrible before the debate but said it was a "bad episode" and not part of a larger condition.

“It was a bad episode. No indication of any serious condition. I was exhausted,” Biden told ABC’s George Stephanopoulos in the highly anticipated interview after his debate last week.

07/06/2024

The heat today will be oppressive. The excessive heat could trigger severe thunderstorms today. Therefore, a "Weather Alert Day" will be in effect for today. See full details on Weekend Morning Edition at 6:00AM-8:00AM.

Meteorologist Holly Baker
wnct.com

07/06/2024

On the minds of voters this summer is how much things cost and on the heels of July 4th there are signs the economy is slowing.

On the minds of voters this summer is how much things cost and on the heels of July 4th there are signs the economy is slowing.

07/06/2024

A 61-year-old Georgia man drowned in Myrtle Beach on Wednesday, according to the Horry County coroner's office.

MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) — A 61-year-old Georgia man drowned in Myrtle Beach on Wednesday, according to the Horry County coroner’s office. Kemal Alic of Duluth, Georgia, was pulled fro…

07/06/2024

HAVE YOU SEEN THIS?: A border collie barked to express “strong feelings” about the UK general election on Thursday, July 4.

A border collie barked to express “strong feelings” about the UK general election on Thursday, July 4. This footage was captured by X user , who said that it shows their border colli…

07/06/2024

A 75-year-old Pennsylvania woman who just finished cancer treatment is also celebrating another massive victory — winning $5 million from a scratch-off lottery ticket.

A 75-year-old Pennsylvania woman who just finished cancer treatment is also celebrating another massive victory — winning $5 million from a scratch-off lottery ticket.

07/06/2024

Shark attacks disrupted Fourth of July celebrations Thursday at South Padre Island as two people were taken to the hospital with bites, at least one of them severe, authorities said.

SOUTH PADRE ISLAND, Texas (AP) — Shark attacks disrupted Fourth of July celebrations Thursday at South Padre Island as two people were taken to the hospital with bites, at least one of them severe,…

07/06/2024

In his first major rally since calls for him to drop out reached a fever pitch, President Biden fought back against his critics Friday, forcefully declaring that he is staying in the 2024 race despite calls for him to step aside.

In his first major rally since calls for him to drop out reached a fever pitch, President Biden fought back against his critics Friday, forcefully declaring that he is staying in the 2024 race desp…

07/06/2024

During her Senate confirmation hearings, Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett uttered a memorable line to describe her approach to cases: “It’s not the law of Amy.”

WASHINGTON (AP) — During her Senate confirmation hearings, Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett uttered a memorable line to describe her approach to cases: “It’s not the law of Amy.” Barrett cem…

07/06/2024

The White House's freeze on new liquid natural gas exports is now on hold.

The White House’s freeze on new liquid natural gas exports is now on hold.

07/06/2024

HAVE YOU SEEN THIS?: A cave painting discovered on the island of Sulawesi, Indonesia, has been dated by researchers as the oldest in the world.

A cave painting discovered on the island of Sulawesi, Indonesia, has been dated by researchers as the oldest in the world. Footage released by Griffith University explains more about the painting, …

07/06/2024

Federal officials allege an Oregon man “exposed himself” and urinated in an airplane aisle during a flight that was ultimately diverted to New York.

AP News reported that the 25-year-old passenger said he drank a lot and has a “medical urination problem.”

07/06/2024

Donald Trump asked a federal judge Friday to freeze the classified documents case against him in light of a Supreme Court ruling this week that said former presidents have broad immunity from prosecution.

WASHINGTON (AP) — Donald Trump asked a federal judge Friday to freeze the classified documents case against him in light of a Supreme Court ruling this week that said former presidents have broad i…

07/06/2024

Donald Trump distanced himself Friday from Project 2025, a massive proposed overhaul of the federal government drafted by longtime allies and former officials in his administration.

MIAMI (AP) — Donald Trump distanced himself Friday from Project 2025, a massive proposed overhaul of the federal government drafted by longtime allies and former officials in his administration, da…

07/06/2024

Shootings and other violence during the extended Fourth of July weekend have left at least 20 people dead, including 11 in Chicago, and injured dozens more nationwide, authorities said.

Shootings and other violence during the extended Fourth of July weekend have left at least 20 people dead, including 11 in Chicago, and injured dozens more nationwide, authorities said. The Fourth …

07/06/2024

Beryl battered Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula on Friday after hitting near the resort town of Tulum, whipping trees and knocking out power.

TULUM, Mexico (AP) — Beryl battered Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula on Friday after hitting near the resort town of Tulum, whipping trees and knocking out power, while officials in Texas urged coastal r…

07/06/2024

HAVE YOU SEEN THIS?: A rare Mexican wolf pup has been named Sierra after more than 10,000 votes were cast in a naming contest, Brookfield Zoo Chicago has announced.

A rare Mexican wolf pup has been named Sierra after more than 10,000 votes were cast in a naming contest, Brookfield Zoo Chicago has announced. The adorable two-month-old Sierra is one of a litter …

07/06/2024

Back-to-school season is quickly approaching and for some families across Eastern North Carolina, it can be difficult to gather up the necessary school supplies for their children before the start of the semester.

JACKSONVILLE, N.C. (WNCT) — Back-to-school season is quickly approaching and for some families across Eastern North Carolina, it can be difficult to gather up the necessary school supplies fo…

07/06/2024

Air travel got more miserable last year, if the number of consumer complaints filed with the U.S. government is any measure.

WASHINGTON (AP) — Air travel got more miserable last year, if the number of consumer complaints filed with the U.S. government is any measure. The Transportation Department said Friday that it rece…

07/06/2024

The writings of the person who killed three 9-year-olds and three adults at a private Christian elementary school in Nashville last year cannot be released to the public, a judge ruled.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The writings of the person who killed three 9-year-olds and three adults at a private Christian elementary school in Nashville last year cannot be released to the public, a …

07/06/2024

As the summer surge in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations continues, an updated vaccine to protect against the virus is on the way.

As the summer surge in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations continues, an updated vaccine to protect against the virus is on the way.

07/06/2024

Former President Trump sought to distance himself from the conservative Heritage Foundation’s Project 2025 on Friday, saying he has “nothing to do” with the initiative and disagrees with some of its aspects.

Former President Trump sought to distance himself from the conservative Heritage Foundation’s Project 2025 on Friday, saying he has “nothing to do” with the initiative and disagrees with some of it…