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Coach Wade’s Final Exit From NC State

March 19, 2026

Will Wade’s last game with the NC State men’s basketball team ended in a 68‑66 loss to Texas, cementing his decision to move on. After the defeat, he spoke to reporters in a tone that suggested the program was still far from where it should be. Wade admitted that his team “didn’t spend as much time

crime

A Family Tale Turned Crime Story

March 19, 2026

The New York Times has teamed up with Serial Productions to launch a new five‑episode true‑crime podcast called “The Idiot. ” The series follows the life of Allen, a relative of opinion columnist M. Gessen, whose shocking conviction for attempting to hire a hitman against his former wife sets the pl

crime

Caught in a Love Scam: Hate Crime on a Dating App

March 19, 2026

A 24‑year‑old man from Campbell, New York, faces serious charges after police say he used a dating app to threaten and extort money from someone in Bath. The suspect, named Andrew Kidder, allegedly created fake profiles to lure victims and then demanded cash or gifts in exchange for keeping private

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Deep Ellum’s New Plan to Cut Night‑time Crime

March 19, 2026

"After last summer’s spike in violent incidents, Deep Ellum’s nonprofit group has drafted a fresh safety strategy that asks Dallas officials to rethink how night‑life venues are regulated. The plan pushes for a special permit that would hold regular late‑night clubs to stricter safety rules, hoping

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'Crime, Courage and Culture: A Ukrainian Series on the Rise'

March 19, 2026

The show is a fresh look at life in Ukraine, far from the usual war news. It follows Igor, who comes back from years of military work to find his brother Anton killed. Instead of a slow, dark thriller, the series mixes police work with street crime in a way that feels almost like a buddy movie. I

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Family Fraud Case: $12 Million Medicaid Scam Leads to Prison

March 19, 2026

A family in North Carolina ran a Medicaid fraud that stole more than $12 million from the public. The scheme involved a drug‑treatment center called Life Touch LLC, owned by Brandon Sims. Sims’ mother and sister helped run the business, making it a “family affair. ” From 2018 to 2023, the c

weather

Tornado Touches Down in Carroll County, Leaves Mild Damage Behind

March 19, 2026

A wind storm hit western Carroll County on Monday, and a small tornado touched down. The National Weather Service said the twister was about 150 yards wide and reached speeds up to 80 mph. It earned an EF‑0 rating, the lowest on the Enhanced Fujita Scale. The tornado moved roughly 1. 6 miles from S

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New Weather Gear Deals to Keep You Covered This Spring

March 19, 2026

Spring can flip from sunny to stormy in minutes, so having a light, handy jacket is smart. REI’s current sale offers windbreakers from brands like Patagonia and Cotopaxi for as low as $20, cutting prices up to 65 percent. The promotion mixes lightweight shells, packable running jackets and versatile

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Storms in the Mid‑Atlantic: Why It’s Time to Get Ready

March 19, 2026

Hampton Roads recently saw a burst of heat that made people feel like summer had come early. But when the temperatures dropped again, the weather turned dangerous. A tornado watch was issued for most of Monday, and strong winds caused damage. The area has a history of wild weather. In 2023 a powerf

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Sunny Heat Set to Hit North Texas This Weekend

March 19, 2026

North Texas is warming up fast. Early in the week, temperatures stayed cool, but now a strong high‑pressure system is pushing heat. By Thursday afternoon, the sky will clear and temperatures could reach the upper 80s or low 90s. Friday may hit a record high, matching the highest temperature ever lo

Coach Wade’s Final Exit From NC State

A Family Tale Turned Crime Story

Caught in a Love Scam: Hate Crime on a Dating App

Deep Ellum’s New Plan to Cut Night‑time Crime

'Crime, Courage and Culture: A Ukrainian Series on the Rise'

Family Fraud Case: $12 Million Medicaid Scam Leads to Prison

Tornado Touches Down in Carroll County, Leaves Mild Damage Behind

New Weather Gear Deals to Keep You Covered This Spring

Storms in the Mid‑Atlantic: Why It’s Time to Get Ready

Sunny Heat Set to Hit North Texas This Weekend

Family Fraud Case: $12 Million Medicaid Scam Leads to Prison