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After public protest, 10 of 11 Charlotte City Council members support pausing I-77 toll lanes

Charlotte Mayor Vi Lyles agreed to move up a discussion of the controversial project to the City Council's retreat on March 2 ...
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A masterful bureaucratic ‘bait and switch’ on I-77 toll lanes

In fall 2024, the Charlotte City Council debated whether to back the N.C. Department of Transportation’s controversial plan ...
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A new lawsuit alleges DHS illegally tracked and intimidated observers

Observers watching federal immigration enforcement in Maine who were told by agents they were "domestic terrorists" and would ...
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Kate Hudson on regret, rom-coms and finding a role that hits all the notes

Hudson always wanted to sing, but feared it would derail her acting career. Now she's up for an Oscar for her portrayal of a ...
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A powerful winter storm is roiling travel across the northeastern U.S.

Forecasters called travel conditions "extremely treacherous" and "nearly impossible" in areas hit hardest by the storm, and ...
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'Everything was in pieces:' Lindsey Vonn describes grueling surgery on broken leg

Lindsey Vonn of Team USA was rescued by helicopter after she crashed during the Women's Downhill event during the Winter ...
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Asking what’s up with your power bill? Probably not higher rates

Last month’s winter storm pushed North Carolina’s energy grid to its limit. Now, the resulting power bills are turning heads.
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U.S. has a quarter fewer immigration judges than it did a year ago. Here's why

The continued drain of personnel from the already strained immigration court system has contributed to depleted staff morale, ...
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Charlotte City Council said increased public safety commitment may require tax increase

The Charlotte City Council held a workshop Monday to outline priorities for next year’s budget. Key areas include investments in city operations, fleet maintenance for emergency services, and managing ...
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Trump to raise global tariffs. And, most say the state of the union is weak, poll says

President Trump says he is raising global tariffs to 15%. And ahead of the president's address tomorrow, most Americans say ...
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Influencers are promoting peptides for better health. What does the science say?

The latest wellness craze involves injecting these molecules for athletic performance, longevity and more. Scientists say the ...
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BAFTAs apologize after guest with Tourette syndrome uses racial slur during ceremony

A man with Tourette syndrome shouted a racial slur and other offensive remarks during the BAFTA awards ceremony Sunday. The BBC did not edit out his outbursts in its delayed broadcast.