LOCAL NEWS
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Good News Friday: You can go to the North Carolina Zoo next week for just 5 bucks
Our weekly “Good News Friday” roundup has some big wins for animal-lovers, and there’s a doozy of a meteor shower tonight.
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Good News Friday: These pictures of Carolina Panthers players partying with North Carolina schoolchildren will make your day
Revel in these snapshots of NFL players bringing joy and toys to North Carolina kids who were hit hard by Helene, part of our weekly roundup of positive stories in North Carolina.
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A North Carolina giant for civil rights just died
Yvonne Johnson was a groundbreaking leader in Greensboro, but beyond that, she was an advocate for change and racial justice for generations.
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While the U.S. veered right, western North Carolina moved left. Here’s what experts say caused it.
Democrats looking for signs of growing support around the country found few reasons for optimism this November. Western North Carolina was the exception.
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NC Costcos recall organic eggs due to salmonella risk
Due to potential salmonella risk, Costco stores across five southeastern states (including North Carolina) have recalled organic eggs.
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LIEAP Energy Assistance Program opens in NC. Here’s how to see if you qualify.
North Carolina is about to launch winter heating cost relief for vulnerable residents. Here’s who qualifies for LIEAP and how to apply.
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City of New Bern settles $100K lawsuit over unlawful separation between autistic child and mother
A $100K settlement comes after a 2023 incident where New Bern police forcibly separated a 10-year-old nonverbal autistic child from his mother, leading to new policy safeguards.
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Good News Friday: The first real snow of the season gives us snowy scenes in western NC
Winter, and the holiday season, is upon us. Here’s our weekly roundup of good news from across North Carolina.
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New documentary highlights urgent childcare challenges in NC
Local leaders gathered in Raleigh for the premiere of “Take Care,” a documentary on NC’s pressing childcare crisis.
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FBI expands investigation of post-election hate messages to include Latino and LGBTQ+ communities
Texts and emails across the nation are threatening deportation and re-education camps, targeting Latino, LGBTQ+ communities, and high school students.
























