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Other departures on offense following the Wolfpack’s bowl game victory led to speculation about CJ Bailey’s return to NC State.
NC State announces the return of a key starter. Who’s coming ‘back to the Pack’
Other departures on offense following the Wolfpack’s bowl game victory led to speculation about CJ Bailey’s return to NC State.
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January 2, 2026 at 6:20 PM
Other departures on offense following the Wolfpack’s bowl game victory led to speculation about CJ Bailey’s return to NC State.
The Gamecocks head coach elaborates on his dismissal of a report.
What will Sellers, Stewart make at USC in 2026? It’s not $5 million, Beamer suggests
The Gamecocks head coach elaborates on his dismissal of a report.
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January 2, 2026 at 6:00 PM
The Gamecocks head coach elaborates on his dismissal of a report.
Climbing magazine has said the boulder field at Howard Knob is one of the best of its kind for climbing in the U.S.
Conservation group buys NC mountaintop for rock climbers after 30-year effort
Climbing magazine has said the boulder field at Howard Knob is one of the best of its kind for climbing in the U.S.
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January 2, 2026 at 5:40 PM
Climbing magazine has said the boulder field at Howard Knob is one of the best of its kind for climbing in the U.S.
Critics say recent litigation over a 180-day crab compliance delay harms North Carolina fisheries and benefits fundraising narratives more than marine mammals.
Environmental groups’ excessive court challenges are about raising funds, not protecting fisheries | Opinion
Critics say recent litigation over a 180-day crab compliance delay harms North Carolina fisheries and benefits fundraising narratives more than marine mammals.
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January 2, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Critics say recent litigation over a 180-day crab compliance delay harms North Carolina fisheries and benefits fundraising narratives more than marine mammals.
We’ve got updates on property tax reform, lawsuits against the Trump administration, new challengers in Republican primaries and more.
Get up to speed on what you missed in NC politics over the holidays
We’ve got updates on property tax reform, lawsuits against the Trump administration, new challengers in Republican primaries and more.
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January 2, 2026 at 4:40 PM
We’ve got updates on property tax reform, lawsuits against the Trump administration, new challengers in Republican primaries and more.
Winter is in full swing, with snow falling in the Northeast, Midwest and even all the way out in California.
Winter Storm Warning Announced for up to 60 Inches of Snow This Weekend
Winter is in full swing, with snow falling in the Northeast, Midwest and even all the way out in California.
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January 2, 2026 at 4:20 PM
Winter is in full swing, with snow falling in the Northeast, Midwest and even all the way out in California.
FROM ANDREWS MCMEEL SYNDICATION FOR RELEASE: FRIDAY, JANUARY 2, 2026 THE LAST WORD IN ASTROLOGY BY EUGENIA LAST CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Kate Bos
Horoscopes for January 2
FROM ANDREWS MCMEEL SYNDICATION FOR RELEASE: FRIDAY, JANUARY 2, 2026 THE LAST WORD IN ASTROLOGY BY EUGENIA LAST CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Kate Bos
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FROM ANDREWS MCMEEL SYNDICATION FOR RELEASE: FRIDAY, JANUARY 2, 2026 THE LAST WORD IN ASTROLOGY BY EUGENIA LAST CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Kate Bos
In a year when affordability has become the watchword, homeowners are facing another growing pressure point: sharply rising insurance costs.
Home insurance costs are soaring. Here's how to fight back.
In a year when affordability has become the watchword, homeowners are facing another growing pressure point: sharply rising insurance costs.
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January 2, 2026 at 3:40 PM
In a year when affordability has become the watchword, homeowners are facing another growing pressure point: sharply rising insurance costs.
"The difference between a politician and a statesman," said James Freeman Clarke, a 19th century Ame...
Commentary: Nancy Pelosi has distinguished herself as a history-making stateswoman
"The difference between a politician and a statesman," said James Freeman Clarke, a 19th century Ame...
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January 2, 2026 at 3:00 PM
"The difference between a politician and a statesman," said James Freeman Clarke, a 19th century Ame...
The Gamecocks are 9-4 as conference play is set to begin at home against Vanderbilt this Saturday.
Three narratives to follow as USC men’s basketball starts SEC play
The Gamecocks are 9-4 as conference play is set to begin at home against Vanderbilt this Saturday.
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January 2, 2026 at 2:40 PM
The Gamecocks are 9-4 as conference play is set to begin at home against Vanderbilt this Saturday.
The Tigers had two backup defensive linemen enter the portal, too.
Starting defensive tackle transferring away from Clemson football team
The Tigers had two backup defensive linemen enter the portal, too.
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January 2, 2026 at 2:20 PM
The Tigers had two backup defensive linemen enter the portal, too.
Sex, Sweat and Sanity: Advice from a certified sexologist and a nurse practitioner who specializes in menopause and sexual medicine.
Ask Charlotte experts: What to do about weight gain in perimenopause?
Sex, Sweat and Sanity: Advice from a certified sexologist and a nurse practitioner who specializes in menopause and sexual medicine.
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January 2, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Sex, Sweat and Sanity: Advice from a certified sexologist and a nurse practitioner who specializes in menopause and sexual medicine.
We don’t want white people to apologize, JD Vance. We want them to be honest about it. | Opinion
We don’t want white people to apologize, JD Vance. We want them to be honest about it. | Opinion
We don’t want white people to apologize, JD Vance. We want them to be honest about it. | Opinion
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January 2, 2026 at 1:40 PM
We don’t want white people to apologize, JD Vance. We want them to be honest about it. | Opinion
The car was being towed, but no towing vehicle was found, officials said.
Car found hanging off I-85 bridge over Yadkin River, NC fire department says
The car was being towed, but no towing vehicle was found, officials said.
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January 2, 2026 at 1:01 PM
The car was being towed, but no towing vehicle was found, officials said.
While known for finance, the Queen City’s newest corporations include auto companies, medical leaders, and a Middle Eastern airline.
Charlotte continued to attract companies from around the world in 2025
While known for finance, the Queen City’s newest corporations include auto companies, medical leaders, and a Middle Eastern airline.
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January 2, 2026 at 12:40 PM
While known for finance, the Queen City’s newest corporations include auto companies, medical leaders, and a Middle Eastern airline.
The couple live nearby and heard the crash, officials say.
Off-duty fireman and wife team up to save people in burning SUV, NC officials say
The couple live nearby and heard the crash, officials say.
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January 2, 2026 at 12:20 PM
The couple live nearby and heard the crash, officials say.
The transfer portal opens Friday. Here’s what Duke, N.C. State and UNC coaches had to say about the new portal window, their approaches.
Triangle schools assess football transfer portal as offseason reshaping continues
The transfer portal opens Friday. Here’s what Duke, N.C. State and UNC coaches had to say about the new portal window, their approaches.
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January 2, 2026 at 12:00 PM
The transfer portal opens Friday. Here’s what Duke, N.C. State and UNC coaches had to say about the new portal window, their approaches.
The growth rate for high-end home prices around the Charlotte region has more than doubled in the past decade.
Charlotte’s growth rate for luxury home prices shoots up the list of US metros
The growth rate for high-end home prices around the Charlotte region has more than doubled in the past decade.
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January 2, 2026 at 11:40 AM
The growth rate for high-end home prices around the Charlotte region has more than doubled in the past decade.
Saunas, cold plunges and salt caves are among the options to fight stress, muscle soreness and inflammation in Charlotte.
Treat yourself: These luxury wellness spaces can help boost your overall health
Saunas, cold plunges and salt caves are among the options to fight stress, muscle soreness and inflammation in Charlotte.
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January 2, 2026 at 11:00 AM
Saunas, cold plunges and salt caves are among the options to fight stress, muscle soreness and inflammation in Charlotte.
A selection of images from the current week
This Week in Photos
A selection of images from the current week
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January 2, 2026 at 10:40 AM
A selection of images from the current week
“You’re never too young or never too old to care about others,” founder of all-volunteer effort to help school children in need said.
Lake Norman nonprofit provides birthday celebrations to kids who never had one
“You’re never too young or never too old to care about others,” founder of all-volunteer effort to help school children in need said.
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January 2, 2026 at 10:20 AM
“You’re never too young or never too old to care about others,” founder of all-volunteer effort to help school children in need said.
Brazil's former president, Jair Bolsonaro, was discharged from a hospital in Brasilia and returned t...
Bolsonaro leaves hospital and returns to prison, CNN Brazil says
Brazil's former president, Jair Bolsonaro, was discharged from a hospital in Brasilia and returned t...
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January 2, 2026 at 9:30 AM
Brazil's former president, Jair Bolsonaro, was discharged from a hospital in Brasilia and returned t...
Looking to start running in the New Year? Pick up some speed with these running sneakers for beginners, starting at $25.
15 Running Sneakers for Beginners, Starting at $25
Looking to start running in the New Year? Pick up some speed with these running sneakers for beginners, starting at $25.
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January 2, 2026 at 8:30 AM
Looking to start running in the New Year? Pick up some speed with these running sneakers for beginners, starting at $25.
Robert Herjavec's top 5 tips for building a profitable business
January 2, 2026 at 7:00 AM
Robert Herjavec's top 5 tips for building a profitable business
Demi Lovato ends 2025 on a high note with dazzling performance.
Demi Lovato's Vocals, Appearance Grab Attention During New Year's Eve Show
Demi Lovato ends 2025 on a high note with dazzling performance.
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January 2, 2026 at 6:00 AM
Demi Lovato ends 2025 on a high note with dazzling performance.