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Trump’s Great American State Fair Humiliated by Pickle Company: The hits keep coming for the president’s much-hyped fair.
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Key FactsConfederate Symbol Sparks Fallout at Trump Fair
Jun 30, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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- Mt. Olive Pickles withdrew from the Great American State Fair following controversy over a Confederate flag display.
- The flag was unknowingly featured in a pavilion video and was promptly removed once identified.
- North Carolina’s government abstained due to costs, leading private firms to sponsor the state’s exhibit.
- Despite claims of packed crowds, the fair faced low attendance and criticism amid Trump’s rally speeches.
In a pickle: US pickle company pulls out of DC fair over Confederate flag: Mt Olive Pickle Company says it was unaware image of flag was included in exhibit ...
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Was Confederate symbol ever part of NC’s flag? How it came to ‘State Fair’ booth: New details explain how a YouTube history video led to Confederate imagery ...
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In a pickle: US pickle company pulls out of DC fair over Confederate flag: Mt Olive Pickle Company says it was unaware image of flag was included in exhibit ...
theguardian.com/us-news/2026/jul/04/dc-state-fair-pickle-company-withdrawal
Trump marks nation’s 250th birthday with campaign-style rally: President Donald Trump opened a 16-day celebration of the US’ 250th anniversary with a political ...
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U.S. pulling ocean sensors a ‘shock’ for Canadian research as El Niño nears: For the scientists who built and operated the system — and the researchers ...
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Scientists across the country are expressing alarm as the Trump administration dismantles another tool for understanding how the planet is changing ... Show more
Trump administration dismantles ambitious ocean monitoring program: Scientists across the country are expressing alarm as the Trump administration dismantles ...
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Skeleton spotted along busy commercial strip in North Carolina, sheriff says: A human skeleton was discovered among the hotels and restaurants lining a busy U.S ...
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Trump allies lead thousands in prayer to ‘rededicate’ America to God on National Mall
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What happens next in the Comey ‘86 47’ case? The key dates and decisions ahead: Former FBI Director James Comey faces federal charges in North Carolina tied to a ...
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Comey seeks to cancel upcoming court appearance in North Carolina in Trump threat case
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Meet Danielle Battaglia, The N&O’s congressional impact reporter: Danielle Battaglia moved back to Raleigh to focus on congressional impact reporting ...
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Trump says US representatives in Pakistan on Monday for Iran talks : WASHINGTON - President Donald Trump has said U.S. negotiators will be in Islamabad on Monday ...
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Report: Terrance Arceneaux transfers to George Washington: Former Houston and North Carolina State guard Terrance Arceneaux is transferring to George ...
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Vance emerges as Trump's Iran closer, a task fraught with risk: WASHINGTON - After being out of sight for pivotal moments of the war against Iran ...
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OpinionNC voters’ top concern is troubling news for Republicans, poll shows | Opinion: It’s already defining the U.S. Senate race, and Roy Cooper is leading in the ...
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Cooper lays out plan to lower grocery costs, help farmers from Washington
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Cooper lays out plan to lower grocery costs, help farmers from Washington: Fresh off winning the Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate, former Gov ...
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Kyrsten Sinema says in court filings she had a ‘romantic’ relationship with guard
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AI-backed PAC spends big in NC election, amid challenges in Washington: Jobs and Democracy PAC bought ads for Rep. Foushee as while Anthropic ...
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Trump takes shots at Cooper; Congress leaves Washington as shutdown looms: President Donald Trump attacked former Gov. Roy Cooper on stage at an event on Fort ...
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How LaMelo Ball’s growth was on display in Hornets’ win over Washington: Charlotte Hornets star point guard LaMelo Ball had a game-best 37 points in win over ...
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US Secret Service Says It Shot, Killed Armed Man at Mar-a-Lago: The US Secret Service said an armed man was shot and killed after entering a secured area at ...
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Paid articlePaywallKey FactsAgents End Night Intrusion at Mar‑a‑Lago
Feb 23, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: npr.org
- A 21-year-old man entered Mar-a-Lago's inner perimeter early Sunday and was later identified as Austin Tucker Martin of Moore County, North Carolina.
- He carried a shotgun and a gas can and raised the firearm after being ordered to drop those items.
- Two Secret Service agents and a Palm Beach County sheriff's deputy fired on him, and he died at the scene while no agents were injured and no protected individuals were present.
- The FBI is leading the investigation, and White House spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt praised the agents as Democrats and the White House negotiate a deal over reopening the Department of Homeland Security.
In the middle of the night while most Americans were asleep, the United States Secret Service acted quickly and decisively to neutralize a crazy person, armed with a gun and a gas canister, who intruded President Trump's home.— Karoline Leavitt, White House spokeswoman, on X, praising the Secret Service's action amid DHS funding negotiations.
Trump takes shots at Cooper; Congress leaves Washington as shutdown looms: President Trump criticized former Gov. Roy Cooper at Fort Bragg while Congress left ...
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Trump says Iran regime change could be 'best thing' as second carrier heads to Middle East
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How Aloka the Peace Dog, companion to Buddhist monks, found healing from an NC vet
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Trump warns he'll be impeached if Republicans lose midterms: WASHINGTON - President Donald Trump implored Republicans to turn around their political fortunes ahe ...
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Key FactsTrump Issues Warning Over Potential Second Impeachment
Jan 6, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nbcnews.com
- President Trump cautioned that losing the 2026 midterms could result in Democrats initiating his second impeachment.
- Maintaining congressional control is vital for the continuation of the Republican agenda during Trump’s remaining term.
- Trump remains the only U.S. president impeached twice in the House but acquitted by the Senate both times.
- Polls reveal a voter preference for Democrats, with economic concerns dominating ahead of the midterm elections.
You got to win the midterms, because if we don’t win the midterms, it’s just going to be — I mean, they’ll find a reason to impeach me.— Donald Trump warned House Republicans that losing the midterms could lead to another impeachment.
Sen. Thom Tillis finds a way to honor Jan. 6 officers without the House: Tillis and Merkley teamed up to ensure a commissioned plaque for Jan ...
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Mecklenburg public health director is leaving to run New Jersey’s state department
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Rep. Doug LaMalfa, conservative Northern California congressman, dies at 65: Rep. Doug LaMalfa, a conservative California congressman and Oroville native ...
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Key FactsSudden Passing of California Congressman Doug LaMalfa
Jan 6, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nypost.com
- Doug LaMalfa served California’s 1st Congressional District since 2013 and chaired the Congressional Western Caucus.
- He was recognized for his deep knowledge of water and forestry issues and advocacy for rural communities and families.
- His sudden death narrows the Republican majority in the House to 218-213 seats amid ongoing political challenges.
- LaMalfa is survived by his wife Jill and four children and remembered as a principled conservative advocate.
I am deeply stunned and incredibly saddened by the news of my friend Congressman Doug LaMalfa’s passing.— Rep. Greg Murphy (R-NC) expressed his feelings regarding LaMalfa's death.
‘An explosion’: Evidence mounts of U.S. strike inside Venezuela amid rising tensions
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Elon Musk hints at a shocking fraud problem in Washington: We may be accustomed to seeing big numbers tossed around in Washington, but Elon Musk’s latest one is ...
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SC measles outbreak could soon reach Charlotte, health director warns: Measles cases surge in South Carolina while Mecklenburg County vaccination rates fall ...
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Democrats' path to power may come through hundreds of races far from Washington: In a new strategy memo, the leader of the Democratic Legislative Campaign ...
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Winter weather advisory for Eastern North Carolina for Monday and Tuesday : On Sunday at 1:51 p.m. the NWS Newport/Morehead City NC issued a winter weather ...
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Charlotte region’s low-cost, free clinics could hit capacity if ACA subsidies end
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Maduro defiant as Trump weighs escalation. Venezuela abuzz with rumors: With U.S. military action looming, Maduro vows to resist and claims public support ...
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Supreme Court blocks lower court order on Texas redistricting: The U.S. Supreme Court has temporarily blocked a lower court ruling that found Texas’ 2026 ...
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Wrecking the People’s House: IT was a breezy, bright and autumnal Wednesday in Washington – the perfect backdrop for a stroll to the White House to watch the ...
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Despite Racial Disparities, Multiple Myeloma Patients See Hope: Progress has been made in identifying and treating the disease, but the impact of federal cuts is ...
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Head Start centers face closure during government shutdown: The government shutdown is triggering a wave of closures of Head Start centers ...
apnews.com/article/head-start-closed-snap-government-shutdown-64504360d4d668d268b6eb314e6cb47a
John Mateer showed his dual-threat ability (159 passing yards, 80 rushing yards) while running for the clinching touchdown in the fourth quarter as the Sooners ... Show more
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Teacher at Christian school found with child sex abuse material, Florida cops say
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Protester blasting ‘The Imperial March’ at troops in DC was detained, lawsuit says
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OpinionA lot of struggling Americans are caught between Schumer and Trump | Opinion: GOP strategist Matt Wylie weighs in on the shutdown as another week without a ...
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Does Trump want to be king? What a poll found ahead of ‘No Kings’ protests: The protests are designed to push back against what organizers describe as Trump’s ...
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Justice Haynes powered Michigan's 24-10 victory over Wisconsin with 117 rushing yards and two touchdowns as the Wolverines make one of the biggest rises in ... Show more
NCAA College Football Coaches Poll | USA Today Sports
NCAA College Football Coaches Poll | USA Today Sports
Mazuera Arias, 27, is slated to be the youngest member of City Council this year after winning a tight Democratic primary race against District 5 incumbent ... Show more
How Donald Trump is exploiting the death of a young Ukrainian woman for political gain
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PBS, NPR stations struggle with Trump-fueled government funding cuts: A month after Congress voted to strip public media of public money, PBS and NPR stations ...
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US farm agency plan to close flagship research site threatens critical research, critics warn
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Key FactsClosure Threatens Vital USDA Agricultural Research
Aug 22, 2025 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
- The USDA intends to shut down the Beltsville Agricultural Research Center near Washington as part of cost-cutting agency reorganization.
- Opponents argue the closure may disrupt essential research on pests, blight, and crop genetics, potentially causing scientists to leave.
- No supporting data has been provided by the USDA to justify the reorganization, drawing criticism from lawmakers.
- The facility's co-location of labs enables cost efficiencies and facilitates communication with policymakers, benefits that could be lost.
You have a lot of people who have invested their time and effort in research for farmers across the country, and this plan would destroy that ongoing research.— U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen, criticizing the USDA's plan to close the BARC facility.
Chief Justice Roberts warns against heated political words about judges: Chief Justice John Roberts is warning that elected officials’ heated words about judges ...
apnews.com/article/supreme-court-roberts-trump-schumer-threats-judges-9310cc94bbb8017e274864ad3c31be23
Wizards and Hornets make intriguing picks in NBA draft despite lack of good lottery luck
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Here’s where the U.S. will see record-breaking heat: Extreme humidity and heat will affect about 265 million people across the country this week ...
washingtonpost.com/weather/2025/06/22/heat-humidity-record-central-eastern-forecast/
The Army turns 250. Trump turns 79. Cue funnel cakes, festive bling, military might — and protest
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AmeriCorps must restore funding to some states after Trump cuts, judge rules: A federal judge has issued a temporary block on the Trump administration’s ...
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Key FactsJudge Blocks Trump Cuts to AmeriCorps Funding
Jun 5, 2025 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: apnews.com
- A federal court temporarily stopped the elimination of AmeriCorps grants and early dismissal of members in approximately two dozen states.
- Democratic state officials filed the lawsuit opposing Trump administration’s cuts to the $557 million AmeriCorps State and National program.
- The judge mandated reinstatement of all early-discharged AmeriCorps National Civilian Community Corps members willing and able to return.
- However, the agency was permitted to continue reducing staff as the request to restore most employees placed on leave was denied.
Trump’s Birthday Military Parade Is Offering Top Donors ‘VIP Experience’: The parade will reportedly cost as much as $45 million, an expense that will be passed ...
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Woman Spits on Failed Trump Nominee Ed Martin During TV Interview: A woman spat at Martin and called him "disgusting" as he was being interviewed after the ...
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U.S. Fertility Rate Remains Near Record Low: Social and economic challenges have prompted some women to forgo or delay having children
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U.S. Fertility Rate Remains Near Record Low: Social and economic challenges have prompted some women to forgo or delay having children
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Paid articlePaywall U.S. Fertility Rate Remains Near Record Low: Social and economic challenges have prompted some women to forgo or delay having children
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How Trump Worship Took Hold in Washington: The President is at the center of a brazenly transactional ecosystem that rewards flattery and lockstep loyalty ...
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First mass protests against Donald Trump: "This guy is totally out of control": It remained relatively quiet for a long time after the election in the USA ...
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A list of the Social Security offices across the US expected to close this year: Twenty-six Social Security Administration offices across the country are ...
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Bonded pair of pups separated when one gets adopted. Photos show their sweet reunion
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After plane collides with Black Hawk, NTSB urges helicopter ban near Washington airport
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Key FactsNTSB Recommends Helicopter Flight Ban at D.C. Airport
Mar 11, 2025 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: gazette.com
- The NTSB recommended banning certain helicopter flights at Ronald Reagan National Airport to enhance safety following a fatal midair collision.
- In the past three years, there were 85 near-misses highlighting the inadequate separation between aircraft and helicopters.
- A permanent solution for alternative helicopter routes farther from the airport is being sought to improve safety.
- The crash investigation indicates potential communication issues and inaccurate altitude readings may have contributed to the accident.
Republicans quietly object to Elon Musk's DOGE cuts: While Democrats have been speaking out against President Donald Trump's federal cuts ...
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‘Fuzzy watermelon’-looking endangered baby animal named after another fruit, WA zoo says
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Trump fires Biden’s consumer protection watchdog Rohit Chopra
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Under the Dome: Gov. Stein sues over GOP bill restricting judicial, utilities appointments
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American Airlines CEO expresses deep sorrow after Washington DC plane crash: Robert Isom, CEO of American Airlines, expressed his sorry after an American Eagle ...
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They died on a flight to Washington. These are some of their stories: Mourners are grasping to make sense of the random circumstances that put their friends and ...
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McConnell slams Trump's tariffs, calls pardons for Jan. 6 rioters a 'mistake': President Donald Trump made good on his threats to impose tariffs on some of the U ...
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NC, local officials express grief over Charlotte crew and others killed in DC plane crash
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Freed Capitol riot ringleaders regroup - and vow 'retribution': Leaders of the Oath Keepers and Proud Boys called for prosecutions of police ...
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Trump off and running on 2nd-term agenda — after pointed shots at Biden on Day One | Opinion
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MAGA fans: Trump 'bringing God back into this country': Inside a bar on Washington's Massachusetts Avenue, spirits were high during Donald ...
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