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Anti-ICE protest draws hundreds to North Raleigh in a chorus of honking cars and banging drums, following last week’s killing of Renee Good.
Hundreds in Raleigh protest ICE agent’s killing of Renee Good in Minneapolis
Anti-ICE protest draws hundreds to North Raleigh in a chorus of honking cars and banging drums, following last week’s killing of Renee Good.
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January 11, 2026 at 10:50 PM
Anti-ICE protest draws hundreds to North Raleigh in a chorus of honking cars and banging drums, following last week’s killing of Renee Good.
Jaydon Young closed the game with a season-high 12 points, but the Tar Heels nearly squandered another second-half lead in an 87-84 victory.
Jaydon Young sparked UNC, but late-game lapses overshadowed win over Wake Forest
Jaydon Young closed the game with a season-high 12 points, but the Tar Heels nearly squandered another second-half lead in an 87-84 victory.
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January 11, 2026 at 8:30 PM
Jaydon Young closed the game with a season-high 12 points, but the Tar Heels nearly squandered another second-half lead in an 87-84 victory.
Rico Dowdle has “no idea” why his carries dwindled at the end of the season. He wasn’t the only candid Panther on clean-out Sunday.
Free agent Rico Dowdle has a lot under ‘consideration,’ as do many other Panthers
Rico Dowdle has “no idea” why his carries dwindled at the end of the season. He wasn’t the only candid Panther on clean-out Sunday.
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January 11, 2026 at 8:00 PM
Rico Dowdle has “no idea” why his carries dwindled at the end of the season. He wasn’t the only candid Panther on clean-out Sunday.
Back in November, country music star Chase Rice announced that he would be stepping back from touring for the next year, joking that he was looking to pursue his college football career after about two decades.
Country Music Star Breaks His Silence, Steps Away From Career Indefinitely
Back in November, country music star Chase Rice announced that he would be stepping back from touring for the next year, joking that he was looking to pursue his college football career after about two decades.
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January 11, 2026 at 7:20 PM
Back in November, country music star Chase Rice announced that he would be stepping back from touring for the next year, joking that he was looking to pursue his college football career after about two decades.
The Panthers added injury to insult on Saturday, as LT Ickey Ekwonu sustained a notable injury in the first quarter of the loss to the Rams.
Panthers’ Ekwonu sustains serious knee injury in playoff loss vs. Rams
The Panthers added injury to insult on Saturday, as LT Ickey Ekwonu sustained a notable injury in the first quarter of the loss to the Rams.
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January 11, 2026 at 6:00 PM
The Panthers added injury to insult on Saturday, as LT Ickey Ekwonu sustained a notable injury in the first quarter of the loss to the Rams.
“I don’t see why anyone would not cross party lines,” said one candidate.
More than 100 NC candidates switched parties. Here’s what they say about why
“I don’t see why anyone would not cross party lines,” said one candidate.
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January 11, 2026 at 5:30 PM
“I don’t see why anyone would not cross party lines,” said one candidate.
No. 1 assistant coach on Charles Lee’s staff has key role in shaping Charlotte Hornets’ culture.
Who is Lamar Skeeter? Meet the man who works with Hornets star LaMelo Ball
No. 1 assistant coach on Charles Lee’s staff has key role in shaping Charlotte Hornets’ culture.
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January 11, 2026 at 5:10 PM
No. 1 assistant coach on Charles Lee’s staff has key role in shaping Charlotte Hornets’ culture.
The No. 6 Duke Blue Devils, who beat No. 24 SMU on Saturday, are 15-1, but they keep trying different lineup and player rotation combinations.
Why Duke basketball coach Jon Scheyer is still trying to get a grasp of his team
The No. 6 Duke Blue Devils, who beat No. 24 SMU on Saturday, are 15-1, but they keep trying different lineup and player rotation combinations.
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January 11, 2026 at 4:50 PM
The No. 6 Duke Blue Devils, who beat No. 24 SMU on Saturday, are 15-1, but they keep trying different lineup and player rotation combinations.
Our readers comment on Donald Trump and Venezuela, NC lottery problems, treasuring Raleigh architecture, PFAS and legislative priorities | Letters to the Editor
Why are we wasting money saving NC Highway 12 from coastal flooding? | Opinion
Our readers comment on Donald Trump and Venezuela, NC lottery problems, treasuring Raleigh architecture, PFAS and legislative priorities | Letters to the Editor
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January 11, 2026 at 4:40 PM
Our readers comment on Donald Trump and Venezuela, NC lottery problems, treasuring Raleigh architecture, PFAS and legislative priorities | Letters to the Editor
Will Wade said his team has struggled with stopping the “snowball” when opponents get hot. It remained poised in its road wins this week.
How NC State’s recent wins show team’s growing resilience, ability to reset
Will Wade said his team has struggled with stopping the “snowball” when opponents get hot. It remained poised in its road wins this week.
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January 11, 2026 at 4:30 PM
Will Wade said his team has struggled with stopping the “snowball” when opponents get hot. It remained poised in its road wins this week.
Surveillance footage last captured Rakem Elliott, 34, of Raleigh, atop the I-40 overpass above Garner Road the night Jan. 12, 2025.
A year after Raleigh man went missing, his family still has few answers
Surveillance footage last captured Rakem Elliott, 34, of Raleigh, atop the I-40 overpass above Garner Road the night Jan. 12, 2025.
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January 11, 2026 at 4:14 PM
Surveillance footage last captured Rakem Elliott, 34, of Raleigh, atop the I-40 overpass above Garner Road the night Jan. 12, 2025.
Jaydon Young closed the game with a season-high 12 points, but the Tar Heels nearly squandered another second-half lead in an 87-84 victory.
Jaydon Young sparked UNC, but late-game lapses overshadowed win over Wake Forest
Jaydon Young closed the game with a season-high 12 points, but the Tar Heels nearly squandered another second-half lead in an 87-84 victory.
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January 11, 2026 at 2:20 PM
Jaydon Young closed the game with a season-high 12 points, but the Tar Heels nearly squandered another second-half lead in an 87-84 victory.
“I don’t see why anyone would not cross party lines,” said one candidate.
More than 100 NC candidates switched parties. Here’s what they say about why
“I don’t see why anyone would not cross party lines,” said one candidate.
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January 11, 2026 at 11:20 AM
“I don’t see why anyone would not cross party lines,” said one candidate.
The Panthers will have 19 unrestricted and four restricted free agents in 2026. The Charlotte Observer offered predictions on all of them.
2026 NFL free agency: Dowdle, Mays among 19 Panthers set to test open market
The Panthers will have 19 unrestricted and four restricted free agents in 2026. The Charlotte Observer offered predictions on all of them.
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January 11, 2026 at 11:10 AM
The Panthers will have 19 unrestricted and four restricted free agents in 2026. The Charlotte Observer offered predictions on all of them.
No. 1 assistant coach on Charles Lee’s staff has key role in shaping Charlotte Hornets’ culture.
Who is Lamar Skeeter? Meet the man who works with Hornets star LaMelo Ball
No. 1 assistant coach on Charles Lee’s staff has key role in shaping Charlotte Hornets’ culture.
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January 11, 2026 at 10:50 AM
No. 1 assistant coach on Charles Lee’s staff has key role in shaping Charlotte Hornets’ culture.
The No. 6 Duke Blue Devils, who beat No. 24 SMU on Saturday, are 15-1, but they keep trying different lineup and player rotation combinations.
Why Duke basketball coach Jon Scheyer is still trying to get a grasp of his team
The No. 6 Duke Blue Devils, who beat No. 24 SMU on Saturday, are 15-1, but they keep trying different lineup and player rotation combinations.
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January 11, 2026 at 10:40 AM
The No. 6 Duke Blue Devils, who beat No. 24 SMU on Saturday, are 15-1, but they keep trying different lineup and player rotation combinations.
Our readers comment on Donald Trump and Venezuela, NC lottery problems, treasuring Raleigh architecture, PFAS and legislative priorities | Letters to the Editor
Why are we wasting money saving NC Highway 12 from coastal flooding? | Opinion
Our readers comment on Donald Trump and Venezuela, NC lottery problems, treasuring Raleigh architecture, PFAS and legislative priorities | Letters to the Editor
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January 11, 2026 at 10:30 AM
Our readers comment on Donald Trump and Venezuela, NC lottery problems, treasuring Raleigh architecture, PFAS and legislative priorities | Letters to the Editor
Will Wade said his team has struggled with stopping the “snowball” when opponents get hot. It remained poised in its road wins this week.
How NC State’s recent wins show team’s growing resilience, ability to reset
Will Wade said his team has struggled with stopping the “snowball” when opponents get hot. It remained poised in its road wins this week.
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January 11, 2026 at 10:20 AM
Will Wade said his team has struggled with stopping the “snowball” when opponents get hot. It remained poised in its road wins this week.
One play in particularly showed who Jalen Coker is — and showed what this franchise is building. “We’re going to continue to fight.”
Jalen Coker showed ‘the world who he is’ vs. Rams, but the Panthers already knew
One play in particularly showed who Jalen Coker is — and showed what this franchise is building. “We’re going to continue to fight.”
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January 11, 2026 at 10:10 AM
One play in particularly showed who Jalen Coker is — and showed what this franchise is building. “We’re going to continue to fight.”
In just his sixth game of the season, Jaccob Slavin assisted on the winning goal — his 300th NHL point — as the Carolina Hurricanes stopped the Seattle Kraken.
Jaccob Slavin returns for Hurricanes, writes storybook ending in win over Kraken
In just his sixth game of the season, Jaccob Slavin assisted on the winning goal — his 300th NHL point — as the Carolina Hurricanes stopped the Seattle Kraken.
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January 11, 2026 at 9:20 AM
In just his sixth game of the season, Jaccob Slavin assisted on the winning goal — his 300th NHL point — as the Carolina Hurricanes stopped the Seattle Kraken.
Look at photos of Panthers legend Cam Newton as he returns to Charlotte for the Wild Card playoff game
PHOTOS: Cam Newton returns to Charlotte for Panthers-Rams game
Look at photos of Panthers legend Cam Newton as he returns to Charlotte for the Wild Card playoff game
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January 11, 2026 at 9:10 AM
Look at photos of Panthers legend Cam Newton as he returns to Charlotte for the Wild Card playoff game
If you're seeking out a dishwasher detergent that will actually make your dishes clean, we've made a list of options that reviewers on Amazon swear by.
Best Dishwasher Detergents: Top-Rated Options Under $25 on Amazon
If you're seeking out a dishwasher detergent that will actually make your dishes clean, we've made a list of options that reviewers on Amazon swear by.
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January 11, 2026 at 8:30 AM
If you're seeking out a dishwasher detergent that will actually make your dishes clean, we've made a list of options that reviewers on Amazon swear by.
North Carolina led by as many as 15 points in the second half but held off a late Wake Forest charge to post an ACC victory.
UNC basketball holds off Wake Forest rally. Observations from the Tar Heels win
North Carolina led by as many as 15 points in the second half but held off a late Wake Forest charge to post an ACC victory.
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January 11, 2026 at 8:10 AM
North Carolina led by as many as 15 points in the second half but held off a late Wake Forest charge to post an ACC victory.
Davion Gause will reunite with former high school teammate CJ Bailey. The two played at Chaminade-Madonna in Florida.
UNC running back entered the portal. He’s now headed to NC State
Davion Gause will reunite with former high school teammate CJ Bailey. The two played at Chaminade-Madonna in Florida.
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January 11, 2026 at 6:50 AM
Davion Gause will reunite with former high school teammate CJ Bailey. The two played at Chaminade-Madonna in Florida.
The Panthers lose to the Rams during the Wild Card playoff on Saturday at Bank of America Stadium.
Photos: Carolina Panthers fall to Rams, 34-31
The Panthers lose to the Rams during the Wild Card playoff on Saturday at Bank of America Stadium.
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January 11, 2026 at 5:30 AM
The Panthers lose to the Rams during the Wild Card playoff on Saturday at Bank of America Stadium.