East Bend
LATEST NEWS
Crocs on the carpet: Gayle King makes a statement against heel pain
GREENSBORO, N.C. — Recently CBS Morning’s Gayle King and Brook Shields both created a lot of buzz after wearing Crocs instead of high heels on the red carpet. Gayle said she was have a tendonitis flare up and Brook had foot surgery. Their fashion choices are bringing up a lot of debate about the danger of high heels.
'Inhumane treatment': Fayetteville warrant details disposal of adopted children's bodies
An adopted sibling of two missing children — one dead and the other presumed dead — was allegedly forced by their adoptive mother to purchase tools and dismember the bodies, court records in the case reveal. And when the state began asking questions and the Department of Social...
Kress Rooftop Lounge celebrates fresh rebrand with ribbon cutting; Grand opening celebration planned for July 4
The team at Kress Rooftop Lounge, formerly known as Hay Street Kitchen and Rooftop, gathered with the downtown Fayetteville community and the Greater Fayetteville Chamber of Commerce on July 1, 2024 for a ribbon cutting ceremony to welcome in a new name and future restaurant addition to the downtown area.
Fans Can Pay Their Respects at Lizzy Musi's Memorial Service Via a Live Broadcast
Fans of Street Outlaws: No Prep Kings were devastated when one of the show's fan-favorite racers, Lizzy Musi, passed away at just 33 years old. Her unexpected death was announced by her father, Pat Musi, on social media. "Surrounded by her family, in the comfort of her own home, Lizzy was called to heaven," the post read. "At this time, the family would like to have time to process, [grieve], and make arrangements in peace."Now that some time has passed, many fans are wondering whether a public funeral will be held for Lizzy where they can share their condolences and...
4th Of July in Fayetteville: Where You Can Still See Fireworks and More This Week
Happy birthday, America! With Independence Day fast approaching, it’s crucial to find the best local spots to celebrate with dazzling fireworks displays. Fortunately, there are many events happening in and around Cumberland County this week to ensure that you and your family have a happy 4th of July in Fayetteville and the surrounding area!
Scotland County cell phone service issuing causing disruptions
SCOTLAND COUNTY, N.C. (WBTW) — Cell phone service throughout Scotland County is sporadic and could lead to disruptions in trying to contact emergency services, officials said on Tuesday. People unable to reach the county’s 911 center are asked to go to a local fire station, the Laurinburg Police Department, Scotland County Sheriff’s Office or Scotland […]
WECT to livestream and broadcast NC Fourth of July Festival Parade in Southport
SOUTHPORT, N.C. (WECT) – WECT will livestream and broadcast the NC Fourth of July Festival Parade, set to start at 11 a.m. on Thursday, July 4. You will be able to watch the parade at the top of this story, on WECT 6 News on-air, on the WECT Watch Live page, on our phone and TV apps and our Facebook page when it begins.
24 people arrested in Durham, 11 guns seized in violent crime operation
The Durham Police Department recently arrested more than 25 people as part of an operation targeting violent crime. The arrests were made in late June and early July in the areas of McDougald Terrace, Cornwallis Road and the Fayetteville Street corridor. Eleven firearms and a stolen scooter were seized, and dozens of people were arrested in connection with shootings, drug activity and firearm-related activity.
Wildcats host alumni basketball game
KING — Coach Carter Phillips and the West Stokes men’s basketball team hosted the first-ever alumni game on Friday, June 28, in the school’s gymnasium. “I came up with the idea by noticing the great culture and bond between the West Stokes basketball players and coaches from the past,” said Phillips. “I wanted to give these guys the opportunity to not only get to see each other again but to be on the court together as well.”
61-year-old charged in connection to 4 bank robberies in King from 2020 to 2024, city officials say
KING, N.C. — A Winston-Salem man has been arrested and charged in connection to four different bank robberies spanning over four years, according to officials with the city of King. After an investigation and through assistance from partnering with law enforcement, 61-year-old Christopher Jerome Crumpton has been charged with...
‘He is our nominee’: Gov. Cooper, other Democratic governors express support for Biden after White House meeting
Gov. Roy Cooper joined other Democratic governors from across the country Wednesday as they met with President Joe Biden amid the fallout from last week’s debate performance.
Cooper vetoes two bills, signs vape regulations & conservation tax credit
Gov. Roy Cooper on Wednesday vetoed a pair of bills that would have allowed certain off-road vehicles on North Carolina highways and curbed local governments’ involvement in rental disputes. Cooper signed four other bills into law, including an agriculture bill that contains tax credits for conservation efforts and new regulations on vaping products. House Bill […] The post Cooper vetoes two bills, signs vape regulations & conservation tax credit appeared first on NC Newsline.
Digital driver's licenses to come to NC next July
RALEIGH, N.C. — Governor Roy Cooper signed House Bill 199 into law, allowing North Carolinians the option for digital driver's licenses starting July 2025. From Apple Pay to Google Pay, many of us also use our phones to keep up with things like concert tickets, airplane tickets, and even car insurance cards, but soon, that will include your driver's license.
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.