North Carolina educators face surprising insurance costs and confusion during open enrollment
Changes to Employee Costs in State Health Plan As open enrollment for the state health plan approaches its end, some school districts are still adjusting employee costs. With rising medical costs, teachers and other state employees will see an increase in their insurance premiums alongside their salaries, which is somewhat concerning. “My premiums have nearly […]
North Carolina teenager believed to be involved in foster parents’ deaths dies by suicide, according to police.
Juvenile Suspect in Hoke County Double Homicide Takes His Own Life Red Springs, North Carolina — A juvenile suspect connected to a double homicide in Hoke County ended his life after being located by police in a different county, officials said on Tuesday. The Hoke County Sheriff’s Office reported that deputies responded to a cardiac […]
North Carolina father Wellington Dickens reportedly took the lives of his children.
A father in North Carolina has been charged with the murder of his four children after he called 911 and confessed to the horrific act. Wellington Delano Dickens III, 38, was taken into custody at his residence in Zebulon, located around 20 miles from Raleigh. According to the Johnston County Sheriff’s Office, he informed the […]
New butterfly species honors Iryna Zaruska, a Ukrainian refugee who was killed in North Carolina
Butterfly Species Named After Ukrainian Refugee Lincoln, Nebraska — A new species of butterfly discovered in the southeastern United States has been named Celastrina iryna, in honor of Irina Zalutka, a Ukrainian refugee tragically killed while riding a light rail train in Charlotte, North Carolina, last August. The research team at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln […]
Jordon Hudson takes pictures ahead of North Carolina defeat
Jordon Hudson’s presence on the sidelines didn’t really inspire confidence for coach Bill Belichick’s North Carolina team. The 24-year-old was seen cheerfully taking photos with ACC sideline officials before the University of North Carolina’s narrow 17-16 defeat to Virginia on Saturday. Throughout the season, Hudson has been frequently visible, cheering for the 73-year-old Belichick right […]
Kim Kardashian stands up for her daughter North West’s pretend face tattoos and piercings.
Kim Kardashian Addresses North West’s Bold Look After Online Backlash Kim Kardashian has shared her thoughts regarding her daughter North West’s recent bold aesthetic, which has stirred up some controversy online. Recently, North, who is 12, showcased a striking style on TikTok. She had a star drawn under her right eye and her name in […]
Teacher Facing Sexual Crime Allegations in North Carolina Arrested While Employed in Florida
In a troubling development, another U.S. teacher faces allegations of sexual misconduct involving students. This time, a 26-year-old elementary school teacher from North Carolina was taken into custody under a fugitive warrant in Dade County, Florida. Jordan Casey Hawk was arrested earlier this year following an incident that took place while she was teaching in […]
Trump called to meet North Korea’s Kim Jong Un during his upcoming trip to Asia
South Korea Urges Bold Meeting Between Trump and Kim South Korea’s unification minister, Chung Dong-young, stated on Friday that President Trump should consider a “bold decision” to meet with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un during his upcoming Asian tour. This statement comes as President Trump prepares for a five-day visit to Malaysia, Japan, and […]
Dinosaurs flourished in North America prior to the asteroid impact that caused mass extinction, a new study reveals
New Research on Dinosaur Populations Before Asteroid Impact There’s been an ongoing debate over whether dinosaurs were in decline prior to the asteroid strike that occurred 66 million years ago, which is widely known to have caused a mass extinction event. Recent findings indicate that dinosaur populations in North America were actually thriving just before […]
Murder suspect Ronnie Fewell arrested more than 40 times prior to shooting at a North Carolina Motel 6
A man believed to be responsible for the death of a 51-year-old in North Carolina has a lengthy arrest history, with over 40 prior convictions. Ronnie Fewell, 32, is accused of fatally shooting Ronald Neville at a Motel 6 in Charlotte on October 10, according to legal documents. Neville was discovered with several gunshot wounds […]