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State AGs ramp up scrutiny of alleged price-fixing in rental housing
In the past two years, more than 30 lawsuits have been filed in federal and state courts alleging that companies such as RealPage and Yardi are equipping corporate landlords with software algorithms that allow competitors to collude on rent prices. Algorithmic price estimates, in which landlords rely on complex data formulas to set rental rates, […] The post State AGs ramp up scrutiny of alleged price-fixing in rental housing appeared first on NC Newsline.
NC rural farm vets encouraged to apply for agriculture grants
GREENVILLE, N.C. (WNCT) — North Carolina’s General Assembly is looking to help veterinarians that work on large animals to relieve the stress that comes with the job. They’re doing this by offering up to $25,000 in a grant for those who help cows, pigs and other animals that most vets don’t typically see. Any vet […]
1 hurt in crash near North Carolina state line, Horry County Fire Rescue says
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — One person was hospitalized after a two-vehicle crash in Longs near the North Carolina state line, Horry County Fire Rescue said. It happened along Highway 905, HCFR said. Crews were dispatched at 12:53 p.m. and had to extricate someone from the crash. The South Carolina Department of Public Safety is […]
Flood advisory issued for Wake, Franklin, Granville
A flood advisory is in effect until 7 p.m. July 22 for a portion of central North Carolina that includes the counties of Durham, Franklin, Granville, Vance and Wake. Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected, according to the National Weather Service. Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas is likely, NWS reported. Shortly before 4 p.m. July 22, Doppler […] The post Flood advisory issued for Wake, Franklin, Granville first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Black Greek organizations, NC Howard alum stress importance of 2024 election: 'A serious matter'
With the growing potential of Vice President Kamala Harris securing the Democratic nomination for president, there are conversations happening across the globe on if a Black woman is capable of leading the United States."As a vice president, she has already led," said Aurellia Anderson Thompson, a Howard University alum. "We know she can lead at the highest office because she has the skills to do so."Thompson is thrilled that Vice President Kamala Harris graduated from the same university she did. She proudly showed off her Bison merchandise from the shirt to the bracelet."So we have on the wonderful...
Durham Bulls to host MLB Home Run Derby X
The Durham Bulls Athletic Park is one of four locations announced as a host site for Major League Baseball’s Home Run Derby X 2024. MLB describes the expo as an exciting twist on the classic MLB Home Run Derby. Fans of home runs, crazy catches and exciting action will have their fill with the event, as it brings a lot […] The post Durham Bulls to host MLB Home Run Derby X first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Deputy dives into sinking, flooded SUV to save Durham driver; 2nd rescue in same area
DURHAM, N.C. (WNCN) — A Durham County deputy was part of the second rescue of flooded drivers in the same stretch of road in Durham during a flash flood warning Monday afternoon, officials said. The first flood rescue happened around 3:30 p.m. on a service road along the 4000...
‘Only OK If One of You Says It?’: North Carolina Restaurant Staffers Quit Simultaneously After Their Boss Used N-word Repeatedly, Fired Black Bartender Who Confronted Her
Numerous workers from the same restaurant in Durham, North Carolina, collectively resigned after their boss fired a Black employee and a manager who would not […] ‘Only OK If One of You Says It?’: North Carolina Restaurant Staffers Quit Simultaneously After Their Boss Used N-word Repeatedly, Fired Black Bartender Who Confronted Her
City of Raleigh Public Art Project Brings Colorful Murals to Downtown Streeteries
For a week in June, multimedia artist Sarahlaine Calva’s hands made careful strokes of various lines and shapes using cans of spray paint as paint splattered on her pants in a chaotic arrangement. She was working on her mural for Virgil’s Cocktails and Cocina’s wooden streetery, an outdoor seating area located outside local businesses.
HBCU has accreditation reinstated as initial ruling is reversed
Dispelling any rumors or misinformation surrounding its future, Saint Augustine’s University reaffirms its intent to welcome students back for the Fall semester. The post HBCU has accreditation reinstated as initial ruling is reversed appeared first on HBCU Gameday.
Raleigh cornerstone GalaxyCon to bring 'Daredevil,' 'Star Trek' stars to town
Raleigh's annual pop culture comic-con, GalaxyCon, will bring cosplay and sci-fi stars to downtown this weekend. The event, which kicks off Thursday and wraps up Sunday at the Raleigh Convention Center, has developed into a cornerstone event for the city. The convention's yearly presence brings an estimated economic impact of nearly $9 million, which benefits local businesses and the community, event organizers say.
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