North Carolina

Zachary Newell, a 26-year-old from North Carolina, received a two-year federal prison sentence for posting online threats to shoot up a preschool and kill Black children. The threats, made on YouTube in August 2025, targeted at least 20 Black preschool students and included graphic descriptions of violence. Prosecutors described the posts as racially motivated.

27. März 2026 Von KI berichtet

Ciara Frederick, 34, faces first-degree murder charges after allegedly stabbing her 10-month-old son to death in rural North Carolina. Authorities say she also chased a man down a driveway with a fixed-blade knife. The infant was pronounced dead at a hospital following the attack.

Oscar Diaz, a chef from Durham's Little Bull and Aaktun, is competing as one of 15 contestants on season 23 of Bravo's Top Chef. The season focuses on the Carolinas, with episodes filmed in Charlotte and Greenville, South Carolina. At the Charlotte premiere, Diaz shared his excitement about showcasing North Carolina's culinary scene.

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Columbus County News has published its weekly 'The Good News' edition, showcasing a variety of local activities and opportunities from March 4 to 10. The roundup includes youth programs, volunteer efforts, fundraisers, and cultural gatherings aimed at engaging residents. Organizers encourage submissions for future listings to promote community involvement.

Eine neue Fernsehserie namens Grace the Table hebt Billard-Legenden und südliche Comfort Foods hervor, darunter Bright Leaf Hot Dogs, während die Dreharbeiten im Sampson County beginnen. Die Sendung kooperiert mit der North-Carolina-Marke zu ihrem 85. Jubiläum. Moderiert von Allison Fisher, präsentiert sie Gäste, die persönliche Geschichten zu ihren Lieblingsmahlzeiten teilen.

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The town of Canton in North Carolina is set to hold a public hearing on February 11 to discuss banning cryptocurrency mining and data centers, following inquiries from tech companies about repurposing a shuttered paper mill. Local leaders, including Mayor Smathers, express concerns over environmental impacts outweighing potential economic gains. This move aligns with similar actions in nearby counties wary of resource strain.