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For the US news industry, a tough summer draws to a close with McClatchy chain's cuts

McClatchy newspaper chain has implemented significant layoffs affecting over ninety unionized journalists. These cuts impacted seventeen publications, including the Miami Herald and Sacramento Bee. Internal memos cite declining subscriber interest as the reason for these changes. Other news organizations like USA Today Co. have also made similar workforce reductions.

The Economic Times

In 2015, a North Carolina landlord rejected multiple offers for his tiny dive bar’s property, so developers built 323 apartments around it

In Charlotte, a bar stood firm amidst urban redevelopment efforts. Despite surrounding large apartment complexes, the bar owner turned down various offers, valuing deep familial ties and emotional connections to the space. This unique stance challenged standard urban economics, showcasing how one establishment can influence the changing landscape of a…

The Times of India

Best baby girl names for 2026 that start with A and their meanings: The most popular choices parents are loving this year

The letter A leads the list of popular baby girl names in the United States, featuring beloved classics such as Amelia and Ava. The influence of celebrity parents has played a significant role in these names' rise to fame. Parents today can select from timeless favorites or more unique A…

The Economic Times

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North Carolina mom of three who vanished more than 24 years ago reunites with daughter

Michele Hundley Smith was found last month after police received a new lead

The Independent UK

Heartbreaking Ending After Couple Extorted Chick-Fil-A Employee Who Did Them A Kind Favor

A South Carolina couple took advantage of a Chick-fil-A worker's learning disability to rob him.

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Trump Claims Charlotte Transit Murder Suspect 'Came In Through Open Borders' — But Records Show He Was Born in the US

During the 2026 State of the Union, President Trump falsely linked a Charlotte stabbing suspect to immigration, despite public records showing the suspect is a U.S. citizen.

International Business Times UK

Cops pull over 12-year-old who was driving himself to school

Police pulled the car over after realising that it had a ‘fictitious number plate’ and that its driver was displaying ‘suspicious behavior’

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Charlotte, North Carolina reels as 81 people arrested in immigration raids

Thriving business districts in North Carolina city now at a ‘standstill’ after at least 81 were arrested over the weekend

The Guardian - US

Federal immigration officers begin sweep in Charlotte, North Carolina

Local reports say targets include church parishioners doing yard work and workers hanging Christmas lights

The Guardian - US

Over 1,500 flights canceled and 6,500 delayed as FAA forced cuts continue to cause havoc for travelers

The FAA has plans to ramp up reductions in the coming days

The Independent UK

Roofman: The true story behind Channing Tatum’s wild crime drama

New comedy follows real-life robberies story of an escaped prisoner who hid in a toy shop

The Independent UK

Grandson admitted to beating his grandmother to death with a hammer and then stole her car, cops say

“I hit Sonya in the head with a hammer and I think I killed her,” the grandson told police.

The Independent UK

Panthers reportedly plan to bring back familiar face in Week 17

According to Mike Kaye of The Charlotte Observer, the Panthers are planning to bring back a linebacker amidst a wave of injuries.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Panthers reportedly losing another LB to season-ending injury

Per Mike Kaye of The Charlotte Observer, Panthers LB Claudin Cherelus is expected to miss the remainder of the 2024 season due to a toe injury.

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Did Ravens’ disastrous drops in the loss to Browns lead to decision to acquire Diontae Johnson?

Mike Kaye of the Charlotte Observer reports that the Baltimore Ravens entered the mix late to trade for Diontae Johnson

USA Today Sports Media Group

Panthers reportedly planning to promote rookie WR Jalen Coker after injury to Adam Thielen

According to Mike Kaye of The Charlotte Observer, the Panthers are planning to promote rookie WR Jalen Coker.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Report: Panthers had chance to match Jets’ offer to Mike Williams

According to The Charlotte Observer, the Panthers had an opportunity to match the Jets' offer to WR Mike Williams.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Panthers reportedly hosting free-agent WR Mike Williams for visit

According to The Charlotte Observer, the Panthers plan to host former Chargers WR Mike Williams for a visit next week.

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Panthers reportedly not retaining TE coach John Lilly, assistant ST coach Devin Fitzsimmons

Per Mike Kaye of The Charlotte Observer, the Panthers will not be retaining TE coach John Lilly or assistant special teams coach Devin Fitzsimmons.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Panthers expected to activate Jeremy Chinn, Yetur Gross-Matos on Saturday

According to Mike Kaye of The Charlotte Observer, the Panthers are expected to activate S Jeremy Chinn today.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Panthers players reportedly found out about Frank Reich’s firing through social media

According to Mike Kaye of The Charlotte Observer, some Panthers players first found out about Frank Reich's firing through social media.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Brady Christensen to miss remainder of 2023 season with biceps injury

According to Mike Kaye of The Charlotte Observer, the 2023 season is now over for Panthers G Brady Christensen.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Ballers Bryce Young, Josh McCown headline our Panthers starting 5

On Wednesday, Alex Zietlow of The Charlotte Observer posed an interesting question to QB Bryce Young. And since the rookie couldn't answer it just yet, we did.

The Independent UK

Former Charlotte Observer Publisher Rolfe Neill dies at age 90

The publisher of The Charlotte Observer for over two decades has died

Tribune News Service

Active-duty Marine from Camp Lejeune pleads guilty to charge tied to US Capitol riot

A Marine from Camp Lejeune, who was on active duty when he broke into the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, pleaded guilty Monday to a misdemeanor charge tied to the 2021 riot.

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