Over the past week, more than 160 swimmers were rescued from rip currents along North Carolina’s beaches. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Wilmington reported that from June 18-22, a total of 164 rescues occurred in New Hanover County, with 95 of these taking place at Carolina Beach alone. Surge in Rip Current Rescues The … Read more
A North Carolina woman, Noelle Pierce, has gained viral attention after discovering a creepy hidden room in her cousin’s newly purchased home. Pierce, a photographer from Charlotte, decided to tour the property after her cousin provided her with the entry code. She shared her experience on TikTok, and the video quickly amassed 13.3 million views. … Read more
Republican lawmakers in North Carolina are advancing a bill to repeal a pandemic-era law that allows mask-wearing in public for health reasons. This move is partly driven by recent demonstrations against the Gaza war, which have featured masked protesters on college campuses. On Wednesday, the Senate passed the legislation in a 30-15 vote along party … Read more
The peaceful city of Charlotte, North Carolina, was shattered by tragedy on Monday afternoon as law enforcement officers faced a deadly shootout while attempting to serve an arrest warrant. Details of the Incident According to Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Chief Johnny Jennings, the incident occurred during a U.S. Marshals Service Fugitive Task Force operation in east Charlotte. … Read more