North Carolina Lawmakers Approve 600 Million More for Helene Recovery

In North Carolina, Republicans Try to Reverse a Supreme Court Election Loss

An incumbent Democrat narrowly won re-election to the state’s highest court. But the Republican-controlled court is considering an unusual protest from her challenger that could flip the result.

The New York Times - Jan. 10

Lawmakers to address college sports NIL 'crisis'

Texas Sen. Ted Cruz said helping the NCAA regulate the booming athlete NIL market will be a "major" priority for the Senate Commerce Committee this session.

ESPN - Jan. 10

Libya expels 600 Nigeriens in ‘dangerous and traumatising’ desert journey

Largest known deportation of people back to Niger to date comes as EU is accused of outsourcing cruelty to reduce Mediterranean crossings. . More than 600 people have been forcibly deported from ...

The Guardian - Jan. 10

Ford CEO says China operations earned $600 million in 2024

Ford Motor's operations in China earned roughly $600 million last year despite challenging market conditions, CEO Jim Farley said Thursday night.

CNBC - Jan. 10

'Pizzagate' gunman killed by police during traffic stop in North Carolina

Edgar Maddison Welch traveled from North Carolina to Washington, D.C., in 2016 and fired shots in Comet Ping Pong restaurant, acting on a conspiracy theory that had spread online.

NBC News - Jan. 9

Gunman in "pizzagate" hoax fatally shot by North Carolina police

Edgar Welch fired an assault rifle inside a Washington, D.C., restaurant in December 2016 while claiming to investigate the "pizzagate" hoax.

CBS News - Jan. 9

Germany Approves Tribunal to Decide Nazi-Looted Art Claims

The new body will be easier to access and its decisions will be legally binding. But some lawyers and Jewish heirs are not happy with the reform.

The New York Times - Jan. 9

How to watch North Carolina A&T Aggies vs. Delaware Fightin' Blue Hens: TV channel, NCAA Basketball live stream info, start time

How to watch North Carolina A&T vs. Delaware basketball game

CBS Sports - Jan. 9

Biden approves major disaster declaration for California wildfires

Multiple fires are burning in the Los Angeles area, forcing thousands to flee their homes and destroying hundreds of buildings. President Biden approved a major disaster declaration Wednesday ...

CBS News - Jan. 8

Amazon workers in North Carolina to vote on unionization next month

If the election is successful, the warehouse would be only the second Amazon site in the U.S. to unionize.

CNBC - Jan. 8

California lawmakers monitoring LA wildfires: 'Concerned and heartbroken’

California lawmakers are offering their comfort to families shaken by ravaging wildfires in Los Angeles County that have forced thousands to evacuate after flames emerged on Tuesday morning. “We ...

The Hill - Jan. 8

Report: NFL teams, including the Raiders and Tom Brady, are reaching out to Bill Belichick just a month into his North Carolina tenure

Belichick was hired as the Tar Heels' new coach in December.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 8

North Carolina targets Billy Miller for Bill Belichick's staff: Coach runs recruiting powerhouse IMG Academy

This is an inroad for Belichick, a first-time college coach; IMG Academy routinely produces elite recruits

CBS Sports - Jan. 8

For Many Returning Russian Veterans, a Long Road of Recovery Awaits

A large number of soldiers return as amputees, and many suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder. Once home, they face stigma and a grueling course of rehabilitation.

The New York Times - Jan. 8

How to watch North Carolina State Wolfpack vs. Notre Dame Fighting Irish: NCAA Basketball live stream info, TV channel, start time, game odds

How to watch NC State vs. Notre Dame basketball game

CBS Sports - Jan. 8

Lawmakers play the market

Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Dozens of lawmakers beat stock market: report More than two dozen lawmakers once ...

The Hill - Jan. 8

Dozens of lawmakers beat stock market in 2024: Report

The stock portfolios of more than two dozen lawmakers once again outperformed the market as bans on congressional stock trading stalled, according to a new report from the trading trackers at ...

The Hill - Jan. 7

Senate approves committee assignments, tees up confirmation hearings next week

The Senate on Tuesday approved its organizing resolution for the 119th Congress, officially setting the composition of committees and greenlighting nomination hearings to take place in the coming ...

The Hill - Jan. 7

North Carolina Supreme Court blocks state from certifying Democrat as winner in top court race

The North Carolina Supreme Court voted to block the certification of Democratic Justice Allison Riggs as the winner of her state Supreme Court race while her GOP opponent challenges the legitimacy ...

The Hill - Jan. 7

Why is Bill Belichick's first North Carolina transfer portal class so underwhelming? It's the 'Patriot Way'

The Tar Heels are atop 247Sports' five burning transfer portal questions after the winter window

CBS Sports - Jan. 7

Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck settle divorce, ask judge to approve

Court documents show Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck settled their divorce back in September and are now asking for a judge to approve the breakup.

CBS News - Jan. 6

Women's college basketball Star Power Index: Hannah Hidalgo helps Notre Dame outlast North Carolina

Hidalgo and Audi Crooks are both dominating in their second collegiate seasons

CBS Sports - Jan. 6

Carolina Panthers vs. Atlanta Falcons game: How to watch, kickoff time and more

The Panthers vs. Falcons game will air on CBS on Sunday afternoon. Here's everything you need to know about how to watch.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 5

North Carolina, Arizona land razor-close wins in crucial road games and maybe changed their seasons

Saturday's two big winners were a pair of teams picked top-10 in the preseason that needed victories in order to avoid the doom

CBS Sports - Jan. 5

North Carolina vs. Notre Dame odds, how to watch, stream: Model reveals CBB picks for Jan. 4, 2025

TV channel, college basketball best bets, picks and how to watch Notre Dame Fighting Irish vs. UNC Tar HEels on Saturday on Paramount+

CBS Sports - Jan. 4

Trump Has Reeled in More Than $200 Million Since Election Day

The president-elect has boasted about the donations for his inauguration, library and political activities from those seeking favor or perhaps in some cases, atonement.

The New York Times - Jan. 4

GOP lawmaker warns of Johnson accountability for 'failures'

Rep. Scott Perry (R-Va.) raised concern with House Speaker Mike Johnson’s (R-La.) second stint as the Republican leader in the lower chamber despite his support of the incumbent on Friday. Perry ...

The Hill - Jan. 4

Recovery in US car sales eases fear of economic malaise settling in

Strong purchase data to end the year reverses downward trend as lower interest rates and better deals lure buyers

Financial Times - Jan. 3

Manufacturers end 2024 in a slump, but rising orders raise hopes for recovery

American manufacturers ended 2024 just as they began it — in a mild slump that still shows little sign of ending ahead of President-elect Donald Trump’s return to the White House.

MarketWatch - Jan. 3

UK mortgage approvals fall in November

Unexpected decline interrupts recovery in housing market activity

Financial Times - Jan. 3

11 key lawmakers to watch in the new Congress

The class of 2024 brings a new cast of characters to Capitol Hill for the second Donald Trump administration as Republicans officially take control of Congress.

NBC News - Jan. 3

Whip list: Lawmakers to watch in Friday’s Speaker vote

Around a dozen lawmakers remain major question marks in Speaker Mike Johnson's (R-La.) quest to win a floor vote for the gavel on Friday. While specific interests of the holdouts vary, those ...

The Hill - Jan. 3

Europe's real estate recovery looks set to pick up steam in 2025

Europe's real estate sector looks poised for further recovery in 2025, as investment activity picks up and growth returns across key market segments.

CNBC - Jan. 3

Watch North Carolina A&T Aggies vs. Elon Phoenix: TV channel, live stream info, start time

How to watch North Carolina A&T vs. Elon basketball game

CBS Sports - Jan. 3

China approved more than 90 per cent of overseas data transfers in 2024: top regulator

Yahoo News - Jan. 2

More than 1 million still without power in Puerto Rico

Many in Puerto Rico started 2025 without electricity as the local power company said it could take another day to turn the power back on after a blackout impacted most of the island.

CBS News - Jan. 1

Phew! Turtle doves shoot ban triggers bird species recovery

Western European population has risen 25% with ban and some UK sites have seen promising increases. There are signs of hope for the turtle dove, one of the most endangered birds that has been ...

The Guardian - Jan. 1

North Carolina Gov Cooper commutes sentences of 15 death row inmates on final day in office

North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper (D) on Tuesday commuted the death sentences of 15 inmates to life in prison without the possibility of parole, coinciding with New Year’s Eve and his final day in ...

The Hill - Jan. 1

North Carolina Lawmakers Approve 600 Million More for Helene Recovery

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