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• Outer Banks wild horse dies after drinking contaminated water

  02-11-2021 21:50
  
  He's the fourth stallion in the last two years to die due to bacteria or other contaminants in the water, the Corolla Wild Horse Fund said.
  
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• Supreme Court to hear Trump's appeal for presidential immunity, further delaying Jan. 6 trial

  29-02-2024 00:15
  The court agreed to expedite the case and hear arguments the week of April 22.
  
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• Sheriff's deputy named infant's 'uncle' after saving her life in car crash: 'He's our angel'

  29-02-2024 00:05
  A sheriff's deputy in Florida is being hailed a hero by the family of a 6-month-old baby he helped save after a fatal car crash.
  
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• House and Senate leaders reach deal to avert partial government shutdown ahead of Friday's deadline

  28-02-2024 23:35
  House of Representatives and Senate leaders have reached a bipartisan deal to avert a partial government shutdown ahead of Friday's looming deadline.
  
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• 'Feud: Capote vs the Swans' shines light on iconic New York City locations

  28-02-2024 23:17
  The show tells the story of friendships and betrayal - and features iconic locations across New York City.
  
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• Businesses benefit from Charlotte the stingray's fame

  28-02-2024 23:15
  Charlotte the Stingray has been talked about on many platforms, and Hendersonville businesses are feeling the benefits of her popularity.
  
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• Supreme Court to hear Trump's appeal for presidential immunity, further delaying Jan. 6 trial | LIVE

  28-02-2024 23:14
  The court agreed to expedite the case and hear arguments the week of April 22.
  
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• Saint Augustine's students, staff left to deal with uncertain future amid accreditation worry

  28-02-2024 22:47
  Financial challenges and uncertainty continue to dominate Saint Augustine's University.
  
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• Black-led utopia legacy lives on in Soul City, North Carolina: 'Courage and Conviction'

  28-02-2024 22:45
  Soul City was built on a utopian dream of economic opportunity for African Americans.
  
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• 10 board games for players of all ages

  28-02-2024 22:37
  Shop these 10 board games to enjoy with your friends and family.
  
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• Wake County jails near capacity; sheriff calls for long-term fix

  28-02-2024 22:12
  The Sheriff of Wake County urged county leaders to invest in a long term fix for the local jail.
  
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• Richard Lewis, comedian and 'Curb Your Enthusiasm' star, dies at 76

  28-02-2024 22:07
  Richard Lewis, the beloved comedian whose long career recently included a high-profile stint on the HBO series "Curb Your Enthusiasm," has died, his spokesperson confirmed.
  
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• Judge denies Donald Trump's attempt to freeze his civil fraud judgment

  28-02-2024 21:55
  
  Trump's lawyers had argued that provisions of the verdict make it impossible for the former president to secure a bond for the full $454 million.
  
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• Low-End Severe Risk Until 9pm Tonight

  28-02-2024 21:32
  Wind gusts at 40mph or more will affect parts of the viewing area.
  
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• 240 students secluded, restrained for disciplinary reasons at Wake County Public Schools in 2023

  28-02-2024 21:31
  In response to a settled lawsuit concerning a Wake County Public Schools student being restrained and secluded in a closet, the school district is re-evaluating its disciplinary policy.
  
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• Trump offers $100 million bond to pause his civil fraud penalty

  28-02-2024 21:26
  Trump's lawyers argue that provisions of the verdict make it impossible for the former president to secure a bond for the full $454 million.
  
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• Einstein medical school in NY to offer free tuition for all students after $1B donation

  28-02-2024 20:56
  Montefiore Albert Einstein School of Medicine in New York will offer free tuition for students in perpetuity after receiving a $1 billion donation from its board chair.
  
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• ABC News' Linsey Davis celebrates girls' ambitions in new children's book

  28-02-2024 20:18
  Lindsey Davis' new children's book aims to create conversations about gender equality, diversity and women's achievements.
  
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• Freeform's Chrissy & Dave Dine Out Features Little Ethiopia's Meals by Genet

  28-02-2024 20:13
  Freeform's Chrissy & Dave Dine Out Features Little Ethiopia's Meals by Genet.
  
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• Saint Augustine's University accreditation appeal denied; 'It hurts,' alums say

  28-02-2024 20:08
  The decision comes a week after the university presented its case to keep accreditation.
  
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• Oscars 2024: Ryan Gosling, Becky G to perform nominated original songs at Academy Awards

  28-02-2024 19:43
  We now know who will perform this year's nominated songs at the 96th Academy Awards.
  
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• Idaho delays execution of serial killer Thomas Eugene Creech after failed lethal injection attempts

  28-02-2024 19:38
  Idaho on Wednesday delayed the execution of serial killer Thomas Eugene Creech, one of the longest-serving death row inmates in the U.S., after a failed attempt at lethal injection.
  
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• Auli'i Cravalho confirms she's returning for 'Moana 2'

  28-02-2024 19:14
  It's official: Auli'i Cravalho is returning as the voice of Moana for the upcoming animated sequel.
  
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• Ryan Gosling to sing 'I'm Just Ken' at 96th Academy Awards

  28-02-2024 19:00
  Ryan Gosling isn't just heading to the Oscars as a nominee, he'll also perform everyone's favorite power ballad from "Barbie."
  
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• ECU employee shot in 'unprovoked attack' outside Greenville elementary school

  28-02-2024 18:40
  An East Carolina University employee was shot in an unprovoked attack near an elementary school, according to Greenville Police Department.
  
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• Mitch McConnell will step down as Senate Republican leader in November after record run in the job

  28-02-2024 18:33
  Mitch McConnell says he'll step down as Senate Republican leader in November. The 82-year-old Kentucky lawmaker is the longest-serving Senate leader in history.
  
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• Adele postpones Las Vegas residency shows due to being sick

  28-02-2024 18:29
  Adele is postponing upcoming dates of her Las Vegas residency "Weekends with Adele" after falling ill.
  
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• Supreme Court hears challenge to Trump-era ban on bump stocks in a major gun control case

  28-02-2024 18:10
  The Supreme Court is hearing arguments Wednesday challenging the Donald Trump-era regulation that treats bump stocks as machine guns and bans Americans from owning them.
  
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• Artist with Down syndrome crafts colorful pillows to share with the world

  28-02-2024 18:01
  Lucia Castrogiovanni, an artist who has Down syndrome, creates colorful pillows to share with the world!
  
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• Wendy's says it has no plans to raise prices during the busiest times at its restaurants

  28-02-2024 17:05
  Wendy's says that it has no plans to increase prices during the busiest times at its restaurants.
  
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