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The Union County chapter of the NAACP says Union County Public Schools has failed to make good on an agreement to partner on several education initiatives. The school district denies this.
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PexelsFrom a buttery Bojangles biscuit to a classic cold bottle of Cheerwine — these brands do not just sell a product, they sell the “South.” Through commercials, slogans and stories, we’re diving into the world of Southern brands and how they shape identity, nostalgia, and market the region to itself and all around the world. -
Penguin Press/CourtesySportswriter Sam Smith and former NBA coach Phil Jackson are longtime friends and now co-authors. Their new book, "Masters of the Game: A Conversational History of the NBA in 75 Legendary Players," dissects the careers of some of the all-time greats, including Jordan, Shaq and Steph Curry. We sit down with Smith to talk about the book and take a look at some players on the list with North Carolina roots.
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Forsyth County Sheriff Bobby Kimbrough said the families of the students involved have been notified and that there is no danger to the community. This is an ongoing investigation. -
Stokes County civic leader and U.S. Air Force veteran Chester Arzell Montgomery has given $3 million to help Novant Health's ability to advance breast cancer care in the Triad. -
The statewide initiative is through a partnership between the nonprofit Girls Who Code International and North Carolina Science Trails, which is a network of museums and nature centers across the state. The initiative is aimed at creating safe spaces in places like libraries for girls to learn about real-world opportunities in technology and science industries. -
The shift comes as the Trump administration looks to move away from a housing-first model for tackling homelessness. -
A man accused of stabbing a Charlotte light rail passenger over the weekend appeared in court Monday morning, where a judge ordered that he be held without bond. -
The Charlotte City Council swore in three new members Monday: Kimberly Owens, JD Mazuera Arias and Joi Mayo.
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The man accused of stabbing a passenger Friday on Charlotte's light rail has been held without bond. A new task force is redesigning how the state measures school performance. Matthews appoints Melia James as Town Manager. Evacuees of the 2022 Winston Weaver Fertilizer plan could soon get compensation.
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