Homeless Man in North Carolina Charged with Stabbing Ukrainian Refugee to Death
A homeless man has been charged with the brutal murder of a Ukrainian refugee in Charlotte, North Carolina, on Friday. The victim, 23-year-old Iryna Zarutska, was fatally stabbed on the Lynx Blue Line Light Rail System at the East/West Boulevard Station, as reported on Monday. Zarutska had fled Ukraine due to the ongoing conflict with […]
23-year-old Ukrainian refugee who escaped war for a safer life in the US killed by a homeless repeat offender in North Carolina
Tragic Stabbing of Ukrainian Refugee in Charlotte A 23-year-old Ukrainian refugee who recently escaped her war-torn homeland for a safer existence in the U.S. was fatally stabbed last week at a light rail station in North Carolina. This disturbing incident involved a homeless man with a lengthy criminal record, as reported by family members and […]
Parents die in North Carolina accident, college student looks after siblings
The parents of a college student tragically died in a highway accident while traveling in North Carolina to help their son settle into school. The incident also left his younger siblings injured. Nanny, a 19-year-old sophomore at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, was anxiously waiting for her family’s arrival when she heard news […]
Safety Restored following active shooter incident at the University of South Carolina
University of South Carolina Issues “All Clear” After False Shooter Reports The University of South Carolina declared an “All Clear” on Sunday evening following warnings about potential active shooters on campus. According to officials, there are currently no ongoing emergencies. Earlier that evening, the university had instructed students and staff on the Columbia campus to […]
South Carolina hit by seven earthquakes in a row
On Friday, residents in Piedmont, South Carolina, felt a series of tremors that continued into the overnight hours, as reported by the US Geological Survey. The most intense shaking was centered around Greenwood County, situated between Columbia and Greenville, just to the east of the Savannah River. Since midnight Saturday, the USGS has noted at […]
Johnson & Johnson plans to invest $2 billion in a facility in North Carolina.
Johnson & Johnson’s $2 Billion Investment in North Carolina On Thursday, Johnson & Johnson revealed plans for a significant $2 billion investment to establish a manufacturing facility in North Carolina. This initiative aims to enhance domestic production, particularly as President Trump considers imposing steep tariffs on pharmaceutical imports. Alongside J&J, companies like Eli Lilly and […]
Planned Parenthood files a lawsuit against South Carolina regarding Medicaid restrictions
Planned Parenthood in South Carolina is launching a legal effort to protect its Medicaid funding after a recent Supreme Court ruling permitted the state to restrict federal financial support. The organization is contesting Governor Henry McMaster’s directive, which restricts Medicaid funds to clinics performing abortions. The complaint requests federal judges to intervene and allow Planned […]
Missing Florida teenager resurfaces after being accused of shooting a man in North Carolina
A Florida teenager, who was previously reported missing for over two years, has been accused of shooting and killing a hardworking FedEx employee in North Carolina. The victim, 23-year-old Christopher Piedra Santa Perez, was shot after completing a DoorDash delivery. Gracie Elizabeth Landa, now 18, faces murder charges related to this incident. She disappeared from […]
South Carolina women’s basketball will feature a noticeable new style next season
University Sports Roster Changes Each year, university sports teams see shifts in their rosters. In college basketball, particularly with the influx of new talent through the transfer portal, it’s common to find multiple new players on each team as the season rolls around. As we look ahead to the 2026-27 Women’s College basketball season, the […]
A bank in Raleigh acquired a lender in South Carolina last year, and now it is being sold for $476 million.
Dogwood State Bank to Be Acquired by Townebank Charleston – Lenders in North Carolina have recently made headlines by broadening their influence in the Upstate and Lowcountry regions over the past year. This week, Dogwood State Bank announced its agreement to be acquired by Townebank, a prominent franchise based in Suffolk, Virginia, following what they […]