Mississippi State faces Wake Forest in the 2026 Duke's Mayo Bowl despite a 5-7 record.

Michael Ferr sentenced to 27 months for threatening Biden and a Secret Service agent on social media.

North Carolina reports record flu deaths this season, driven by H3N2 strain, prompting health warnings.

A fake shooting and bomb threat at a North Carolina church caused a lockdown, evacuation, and major response—later deemed a swatting hoax with no injuries.

Alabama Shakes announce 2026 spring tour with nine dates, starting April 16, supporting U.S. nonprofits.

FBI investigates 350+ linked to "764," a violent online network targeting children with sextortion and abuse.

A candle left unattended sparked a fire in Charlotte, NC, causing $325,000 in damage on December 6, 2025.

Multiple U.S. rock radio stations aired the Big Rig ROCK Report on December 8, 2025.

Democrats expand 2026 House target list to 40 seats, citing gains and redistricting changes.

North Carolina starts multi-family and workforce housing applications in 2026 using $1.4B in federal hurricane recovery funds.