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Group vandalizes post office after Stop Cop City demonstration in Chapel Hill, officials say
CHAPEL HILL, N.C. (WNCN) — A post office was vandalized with graffiti Saturday night after people marched near the Peace and Justice Plaza, officials from Chapel Hill said. In a news release from the Town of Chapel Hill, officials said a group of people sprayed graffiti on the front of a post directed at law enforcement. Some messages included “KILL COPS” and “BURN THE PRISONS.”
Duke Star Cooper Flagg’s Big Announcement Hit With Intriguing Twist
Cooper Flagg is about to begin his freshman season of college basketball as a member of the Duke Blue Devils. He is also widely projected as the top pick in the 2025 NBA draft, so a lot of eyes will be focused on Flagg this season. On Monday, it was announced that Flagg has signed an ...
North Carolina Heat Wave: Raleigh Temps to Soar Past 90°F on Tuesday
Raleigh, NC – North Carolina residents, especially those in Raleigh, should prepare for a significant heat surge this week. Temperatures are expected to rise sharply, starting with highs near 90°F on Monday. By Tuesday and Wednesday, Raleigh could see temperatures soaring to 93°F and 95°F, respectively.
Safety remains ‘top priority’ as students return to classrooms in Cumberland County
SPRING LAKE, N.C. (WNCN) — About 50,000 students returned to classes on Monday at Cumberland County Schools, following the summer break. Students at Spring Lake Middle School arrived on buses to a tunnel of warm welcomes, inspirational words, and applauses from members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., and Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.
Cumberland County school district implement upgraded safety measures for new year
Students at Spring Lake Middle School were welcomed with cheers and high-fives Monday morning from members of the Divine 9 sororities and fraternities."We know the first day of school can be a stressful time, so we want to make sure to support the kids," one member said.Calming the concerns and bringing excitement, parents are just as excited. ABC11 caught up with Priscilla Johnson as she dropped off her son, Christopher at Spring Lake Middle.When asked what he looking forward to this new school year, Christopher said: "getting good grades and making goals."Parent Raul Palacios, who is also he county commissioner,...
Building eastern North Carolina’s community health workforce one haircut at a time
In an ongoing effort to get essential health information to people in nontraditional settings, one organization in eastern North Carolina is using an approach that empowers their community’s trusted voices. Shackle Free Community Outreach Agency helps train barbers and beauticians to share important information on vaccines and chronic disease...
6 TDs with a game-winner, jaw-dropping milestone highlight Athlete of the Week poll
High school sports are in full swing for the fall season, and Week 1 of NCHSAA football has wrapped up with first-game action, and Fayetteville fans earned a treat. For the week of Aug. 19-23, there were many top performances from area athletes, including a a few three-touchdown games, and a career milestone...
More Americans having to choose between food and energy bills
Charlotte, N.C. — During the heat dome that blanketed much of the Southeast in June, Stacey Freeman used window units to cool her poorly insulated mobile home in Fayetteville, North Carolina. Over the winter, the 44-year-old mom relied on space heaters.In both instances, her energy bills reached hundreds of dollars a month."Sometimes I have to choose whether I'm going to pay the light bill," Freeman said, "or do I pay all the rent or buy food or not let my son do a sport?"As a regional field organizer for PowerUp NC, Freeman's job is to help people properly weatherize their...
Artificial Intelligence in the classroom: NC teachers, students navigate the benefits and risks
Earlier this year, North Carolina became one of the first states in the country to develop statewide guidance for the use of generative AI in public schools, and teachers say they are constantly adapting to the developing world of artificial intelligence.
New scholarship at NC Central University will pay for teachers to become principals
A new scholarship program at North Carolina Central University is paying for local teachers to become principals. It includes 16 educators from across the state. All currently teach elementary, middle or high school students in rural districts. The scholarship will cover the teachers' master's degrees and give money to their...
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