North Carolina
Carrie Everett, the former Miss North Carolina, crowned in 2024, passed away late Sunday evening, according to Everett’s family. On Instagram, her family shared, “We are heartbroken to share that last night, the beautiful nightingale, Helen Carrie Everett, passed away after a courageous battle with cancer. The cries of her heart became songs that stirred […]
Durham native and North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University alum, Joshua Suitor, has been cast in Netflix’s reboot of the beloved, nostalgic TV series A Different World. Suitor previously had a role in the Hulu series All’s Fair, and is set to be at the campus of Hillman College, a fictional HBCU on the […]
Around 2,000 soldiers from Fort Bragg’s 82nd Airborne Division are getting ready to head to the Middle East. The Pentagon says this deployment is part of a larger effort to strengthen U.S. military presence in the region during a time of rising tensions. These troops are part of a special unit called the Immediate Response […]
Charlotte’s own DaBaby is bringing a major moment to the city this summer, and it’s looking like one of the biggest hip-hop events of the year. The rapper just announced the “Be More Grateful Festival,” set to take over Charlotte on June 13 at the Route 29 Pavilion. The lineup is already turning heads. DaBaby […]
Scientists say coffee isn’t the only thing that can boost your energy—sometimes just the smell of certain foods can help wake up your brain. Scents like coffee, peppermint, lemongrass, orange, and even chocolate can stimulate the brain’s olfactory and limbic systems, which influence mood, memory, and alertness. Experts say smelling roasted coffee beans may increase alertness, while […]
With 2026 shaping up as a landmark year for soccer in the United States, Charlotte FC is marking the moment with a special $26 ticket offer for the 2026 season. The club announced the $26 tickets will be available for every match, giving fans an affordable way to be part of the celebration. Tickets can […]
A professional golfer from South Carolina captured his first PGA Tour title over the weekend. Jacob Bridgeman, a native of Inman and a former Clemson University standout, won the Genesis Invitational at Riviera Country Club in California. The event featured a stacked field, with several of the world’s top-ranked players in contention, per WBTV. Bridgeman […]
The Transportation Security Administration said Sunday that its TSA PreCheck program will remain operational despite an earlier announcement from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security that airport security services would be suspended during the partial government shutdown. According to WCCB, it remains unclear whether Global Entry, run by U.S. Customs and Border Protection, will be […]
— As Charlotte braces for the winter storm coming this weekend, folks on social media are cooking up their own solutions. If you’ve scrolled through your timeline lately, you’ve probably seen the jokes. Images and memes flood social media suggesting that the best way to handle icy streets is with a generous sprinkle of that […]
The first Black-owned children’s bookstore, Liberation Station, has reopened in Raleigh, North Carolina Monday, Dec. 29, after online threats forced it to close earlier this year. The bookstore has relocated to 430 Hill Street in Southeast Raleigh. The owner, Victoria Scott-Miller, a former educator, said that her two young boys were the motivation behind her […]
Each year, one in six Americans becomes sick with a foodborne illness. In North Carolina, outbreaks increase during the holiday season. Keep your family and friends safe from foodborne illness with these food safety tips: 1. Wash your hands. Always wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds before and after handling […]
Congressman Mark Harris makes his weekly appearance with Bo & Beth to discuss his call – along with other NC representatives – to have Governor Josh Stein activate the National Guard to assist CMPD, the ongoing government shutdown and more.