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Krispy Kreme begins notifying over 160,000 people affected by data breach News & Observer, North Carolina22:35 19-Jun-25
Arrest Made After 101 Dogs Rescued From North Carolina Home The Tribune, California21:23 19-Jun-25
‘NC leaders appointed people by signing on cigarette packet’ Rising Kashmir20:09 19-Jun-25
Belk hit with pair of lawsuits over data breach and notification failure News & Observer, North Carolina17:49 19-Jun-25
Raleigh speech: ‘No Kings’ means no limitless power, the kind Donald Trump craves | Opinion The Charlotte Observer16:47 19-Jun-25
He allegedly stalked and raped a Durham woman. How police used his trash to find him News & Observer, North Carolina13:55 19-Jun-25
Teenager facing 275 charges after latest arrest in Charlotte, police say WBTV12:21 19-Jun-25
Here’s what I said about Trump in a speech at the ‘No Kings’ protest in Raleigh | Opinion The Charlotte Observer12:03 19-Jun-25
Convicted felon accused of murdering ex-girlfriend in NC shooting WMBF News03:11 19-Jun-25
Carolina Beach Police Department warns residents of Gold Bar Scam WECT00:42 19-Jun-25
In the last 7 days
Goldboro police investigating shooting that left a man dead WITN23:49 18-Jun-25
Goldsboro teen taken to the hospital after accidental shooting, police say WITN23:24 18-Jun-25
SC appeals court upholds man’s 50-year sentence in Lancaster nightclub mass shooting The Charlotte Observer21:49 18-Jun-25
Man given 23 to 28 years in prison following plea deal in 2023 Kinston murder WITN21:42 18-Jun-25
MSHA issues final report on February mine fatality WV MetroNews WVU Sports19:56 18-Jun-25
Banker with fear of dolls sues ex-employer for putting Chucky doll in her chair Hindustan Times19:48 18-Jun-25
Cracking down on campaign finance cheats. NC law means secret probes, slaps on wrist. Carolina Public Press17:51 18-Jun-25
Stray peacock rounded up in Raleigh, one of a string of exotic NC runaways News & Observer, North Carolina17:43 18-Jun-25
Podcast revisits life and brutal murder of Chapel Hill restaurant founder News & Observer, North Carolina16:22 18-Jun-25
A big step forward, but a missed opportunity on reproductive reform Workers' Liberty14:57 18-Jun-25
Father of Wake County shootout suspect says system failed his son News & Observer, North Carolina13:50 18-Jun-25
NC lawmakers considering reducing public access to autopsies in criminal cases News & Observer, North Carolina12:08 18-Jun-25
R. Kelly asks for prison release, says staff are trying to ‘kill him’ Dazed Digital11:51 18-Jun-25
'Fits a profile': Suspect's Christian ties spur fears of more assassinations The Raw Story11:22 18-Jun-25
Truman: Prosecutor’s words create unnecessary fear News and Sentinel07:35 18-Jun-25
R. Kelly, Tiger King, the Unabomber. These infamous inmates have spent time in NC prison News & Observer, North Carolina23:38 17-Jun-25
Where Is R. Kelly Now? Inside the Disgraced Rapper's Life in Federal Prison People21:14 17-Jun-25
Press release – Campaigners vow to fight extreme abortion up to birth amendment in the Lords,… Right to Life19:35 17-Jun-25
R. Kelly hospitalized after alleged overdose in prison, attorneys say ABC7 / WLS-TV19:00 17-Jun-25
What led to the death of NC inmate John Neville? Here’s a timeline. News & Observer, North Carolina18:18 17-Jun-25
Wake County elementary school staffer charged with abusing student News & Observer, North Carolina17:49 17-Jun-25
5 years later, public records released in NC inmate’s death: ‘I’m going to die’ The Charlotte Observer17:26 17-Jun-25
North Carolina County Wanted New Court to Stem Its Opioid Crisis. Then Came Trump’s Cuts. 100 Days in Appalachia16:14 17-Jun-25
‘I’m scared of the police’: Franklin voices confusion, fear over officers’ pursuit The Charlotte Observer14:15 17-Jun-25
Press release - Over 1,000 medical professionals urge MPs to oppose abortion up to birth… Right to Life (Press Release)12:44 17-Jun-25
Cmpd briefing video on fatal rush hour police chase left out critical details The Charlotte Observer10:11 17-Jun-25
Worker sues NC bank after boss leaves Chucky doll in her chair, lawsuit says Rock Hill Herald10:09 17-Jun-25
Meta urged to crack down on ‘widespread investment scams’ in North Carolina, other states WBTV22:17 16-Jun-25
Teenager charged in Kinston double shooting WITN20:43 16-Jun-25
Officers who captured Charleston church shooter speak out for 1st time: ‘It was like staring Satan in the face’ WBTV19:38 16-Jun-25
Man sought, woman arrested after Monroe stabbing WBTV18:13 16-Jun-25
Police arrest Lenoir County woman on the run just before hit-and-run sentencing WITN15:37 16-Jun-25
Jason Corbett’s killers, Molly and Tom Martens, complete North Carolina parole The Irish Times15:23 16-Jun-25
Failure to report child abuse led to shakeup at McDowell DSS Carolina Public Press15:00 16-Jun-25
Stanly County insurance agent facing 72 felony charges related to fraud, identity theft WBTV14:18 16-Jun-25
NC Insurance Agent Charged With Manipulating Life Policies for Personal Gain Insurance Journal14:17 16-Jun-25
Ahoskie man facing multiple assault charges WITN13:25 16-Jun-25
Gay pride flags could be banned from schools in this NC district News & Observer, North Carolina10:05 16-Jun-25
Police: Man breaks into ex-girlfriend’s Wallace apartment, assaults her and 11-year-old WITN23:40 15-Jun-25
Two arrested after stolen toy hauler recovered in Georgia WITN18:35 15-Jun-25
Killed husband of slain Minnesota lawmaker grew up in Raleigh, graduated from UNC News & Observer, North Carolina16:37 15-Jun-25
Johnston County deputy cleared in 2024 fatal shooting outside Clayton hospital News & Observer, North Carolina15:21 14-Jun-25
Gamekeeping student ‘very honoured’ by award win Inverness Courier, Scotland07:09 14-Jun-25
Judge dismisses FBI and State Department from lawsuit over Shanquella Robinson The Charlotte Observer00:32 14-Jun-25
Over $15,000 in drugs, other items stolen from Charlotte-area Target stores WBTV20:31 13-Jun-25
California man sentenced after threatening Triangle-area synagogues, officials say News & Observer, North Carolina18:43 13-Jun-25
DNA testing problems inside Cmpd crime lab cause court delays, retests The Charlotte Observer17:14 13-Jun-25
California Man Sentenced for Making Violent Threats Against North Carolinians FBI (Press Release)16:17 13-Jun-25
Man arrested in Goldsboro shooting that left one injured WITN15:13 13-Jun-25
11 victims named in Catawba County mass shooting. Here's the latest on the 9 charged News-Record, North Carolina15:13 13-Jun-25
Sheriff's Office: Statesville resident charged with death by distribution Independent Tribune15:12 13-Jun-25
Marion man charged with breaking and entering; arrested after foot chase The McDowell News13:26 13-Jun-25
Influential Durham political group requests criminal investigation. What we know News & Observer, North Carolina12:34 13-Jun-25
North Carolina mass shooting suspect arrested in Minnesota KSTP TV11:49 13-Jun-25
Florida Student Pilot Faces Up To 10 Years In Prison After Flying Stolen Plane To North Carolina Simple Flying10:37 13-Jun-25
Man accused of killing woman and children rejects plea, opts for Charlotte trial The Charlotte Observer10:06 13-Jun-25
Man Charged After Claiming Deer Damage in What Was Actually a Fatal Hit-and-Run Insurance Journal06:22 13-Jun-25
Former church financial secretary in Bertie County charged with embezzlement WITN03:53 13-Jun-25
In the last month
Man arrested in NC for 2024 sexual assault in Henry County WDBJ723:46 12-Jun-25
Georgia Narcotics Trafficker Sentenced to More Than 12 Years in Prison Drug Enforcement Administration (Press Release)22:35 12-Jun-25
Sixth NC man charged with attempted murder in deadly Hickory party shooting The Charlotte Observer21:13 12-Jun-25
Champion Media Agrees to Pay $102,500 to Employee in EEOC Disability Discrimination Suit U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (Press Release)20:00 12-Jun-25
Human trafficking arrest made in Caldwell County, officials say WBTV19:55 12-Jun-25
Operation taking back our city: Multiple arrests made in Elizabeth City crime roundup WITN19:13 12-Jun-25
Police say Jacksonville man accused of rape, kidnapping chased woman with car after she escaped WBTV17:23 12-Jun-25
Woman jumps from vehicle, rape & kidnapping suspect chases her onto Jacksonville sidewalk WITN16:39 12-Jun-25
How a tropical vacation engagement led to murder charges in a Garner man’s death News & Observer, North Carolina15:42 12-Jun-25
Warrants: Pitt County man facing stalking, sex offense charges WITN15:28 12-Jun-25
2 teens arrested after multi-county stolen car chase hits 100 mph in North Carolina, deputies say WBTV15:21 12-Jun-25
Durham woman being held hostage called 911. Why did police leave? News & Observer, North Carolina12:02 12-Jun-25
Saint Pauls convicted felon arrested after deputies find sawed-off shotgun during home search WMBF News11:14 12-Jun-25
Armed Drug Trafficker Convicted by Federal Jury U.S. Department of Justice (Press Release)04:37 12-Jun-25
St. Paul’s convicted felon arrested after deputies find sawed-off shotgun during home search WECT01:26 12-Jun-25
TN woman accused of creating, distributing videos of monkey torture, DOJ says WSMV, Tennessee21:54 11-Jun-25
Teen admits to terrifying swatting crusade: 'That's how u get a bomb squad' The Raw Story21:38 11-Jun-25
Indicted Charlotte council member says former staffer leaked ‘test’ election email The Charlotte Observer01:37 11-Jun-25
Crime tends to rise in the summer. How Raleigh police plan to address it News & Observer, North Carolina01:26 11-Jun-25
North Carolina Senate approves bills expanding immigration enforcement Courthouse News00:43 11-Jun-25
Indicted Charlotte Council member says she’s running for reelection despite report The Charlotte Observer23:25 10-Jun-25
NC Department of Insurance warns of prison phone scam targeting inmates’ families WECT23:20 10-Jun-25
R. Kelly's attorney seeks his release from prison, says rapper's life is in danger NBC Chicago22:52 10-Jun-25
Morehead City police arrest man for rape & kidnapping WITN22:25 10-Jun-25
Want to be a teacher? NC lawmakers could require you to pass a criminal check News & Observer, North Carolina21:51 10-Jun-25
NC lawmakers want to expand the use of ignition locks in DWI cases News & Observer, North Carolina19:48 10-Jun-25
1 dead, 1 in custody after domestic dispute in North Carolina, deputies say WMBF News19:12 10-Jun-25
Surveillance video shows moments after Durham 11-year-old was shot News & Observer, North Carolina16:15 10-Jun-25
Texas doctor charged with sexually abusing children for years in Durham News & Observer, North Carolina16:05 10-Jun-25
Police charge 13-year-old with shooting older teen at Raleigh apartments News & Observer, North Carolina15:45 10-Jun-25
Kinston police arrest man wanted in Virginia for violating probation on sex crime charges WITN15:11 10-Jun-25
12-year-old boy dies in dirt bike crash at Charlotte intersection, Cmpd says The Charlotte Observer10:01 10-Jun-25
Sheriff's office says more charges may come in Catawba County mass shooting; 4 suspects in… Hickory Daily Record09:57 10-Jun-25
Cmpd officer charged with driving impaired in rural NC placed on unpaid leave The Charlotte Observer23:00 9-Jun-25
Indicted Charlotte councilwoman Tiawana Brown picks up 2 challengers in election The Charlotte Observer22:39 9-Jun-25
Mother of man killed in crash involving NC trooper to sue Raleigh police News & Observer, North Carolina22:16 9-Jun-25
State's prosecuting attorney association say they disagree with Raleigh County Prosecutors claims on miscarriages WV MetroNews WVU Sports21:23 9-Jun-25
2 dogs die after being left overnight in a locked car. Kernersville man charged with animal… Weston-Salem Journal, North Carolina21:23 9-Jun-25
Wilson gang member sentenced to 7 years in prison on gun charges WITN20:12 9-Jun-25
Vanceboro man behind bars after breaking into multiple homes over the weekend WITN19:49 9-Jun-25
Woman, baby boy found dead in hotel room at north Charlotte recovery program The Charlotte Observer17:29 9-Jun-25
Looting and fraud that didn’t happen. Warnings seem to have stopped many crooks after Helene. Carolina Public Press14:17 9-Jun-25
Sexton: Scammers stole estimated $43 billion in 2023. Don't give them your money News-Record, North Carolina14:12 9-Jun-25
Fire, 100 mph races and Instagram stardom: The world of Durham’s street takeovers News & Observer, North Carolina10:43 9-Jun-25
3 Burke County residents charged after Kathy Road shootout, including 17-year-old The Morganton News Herald10:27 9-Jun-25
'Hurt, distraught': Catawba County mass shooting suspect's mother speaks at Friday court… Hickory Daily Record09:30 9-Jun-25

      
            
      
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