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As downtown street closes, here’s why Raleigh officials don’t fret about traffic
An aerial view of Red Hat Amphitheater, at right, with the intersection of South and McDowell Streets to the far left as seen ...
Mysterious ruins and ancient Egyptian tombs: Look inside recent discoveries
Archaeologists in Oman uncovered a 4,000-year-old musical instrument, a pair of copper cymbals, in the ruins of an ancient ...
A copperhead bit your dog? What NC veterinarians say you should do
Humans know to leave snakes alone if we see them. Dogs don’t. In case a copperhead strikes your furry friend, keep these tips in mind.
Weather alert for Beaufort and Pamlico counties Friday afternoon, gusts to hit 40 mph
A report was issued from the NWS Newport/Morehead City NC on Friday at 12:24 p.m. for strong thunderstorms until 1 p.m. for ...
Blood-sucking creatures and ‘erratic’ flyers: See new species discoveries
In a forested region of Angola where a cliff separates the landscape, a new species of butterfly was discovered. /iStockphoto ...
6-year-old boy struck and killed walking to school bus stop, Illinois cops say
A 6-year-old boy in Illinois was still within view of his home when he was struck and killed by a car while crossing the street to his school bus stop, according to police.
Carolina Hurricanes announce long-awaited signing of top defensive prospect
The Hurricanes’ third-round draft pick in 2020 played for SKA in the Russian pro league, but has had his contract terminated, ...
Mom discovers man sending ‘explicit’ texts to 14-year-old daughter, WA cops say
John Vargas-Lopez, 19, was arrested April 8 near his home in Peshastin, Washington, the Chelan County Sheriff’s Office said ...
Six months later, where does NC Helene recovery stand? What experts had to say
Debris from Hurricane Helene are seen on and under the old bridge that connects Lake Lure and Chimney Rock in Lake Lure, N.C. on Sunday, September 29, 2024. KHADEJEH NIKOUYEH ...
Castle floor hid centuries-old vanilla pod. It’s the oldest ever found in Europe
Radiocarbon analysis dated the pod found in Vladislav Hall to 1513–1666, making it the oldest known pod ever found in Europe, according to the study. Prague Castle was the epicenter of central Europe ...
Cave guide enters unknown passage for first time — and makes ancient discovery
Dimas once again guided the archaeologists into the cave and down into the hidden room, where the experts noticed the ...
Lottery player turns $10 into $2 million prize at Florida Publix. Here’s where
Lary Pincince won a top prize of $2 million with a ticket in the $2,000,000 100X Cashword game, which he bought at the Publix Super Market at Trailwinds Village in Wildwood, the Florida Lottery ...