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Woman killed in UIC lot was on way to appointment with infant; suspect found dead: investigators
The person accused of fatally shooting a woman with a baby in a West Side hospital parking garage earlier this month was found dead, officials said.
Bexar County experiments with new pilot that sends crisis team rather than deputies out to calls
The new pilot shifts deputies away from some mental health 911 calls, aiming to reduce law enforcement involvement when no crime is present.
Venezuela grants amnesty to 379 political prisoners
The move is in line with a new law, giving hope to throngs of others imprisoned over alleged plots to oust the government.
Latest Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra benchmarks reveal just how powerful Snapdragon can be
It's happened once again, the Snapdragon chips perform a lot better on Samsung's phones than the competition.
Cavs fend off Hornets 118-113 for seventh-straight victory
Donovan Mitchell and Jarrett Allen were too much for Charlotte to handle.
PHOTOS: South Meck vs. Hough in Greater Charlotte finals
South Mecklenburg played Hough in the Greater Charlotte 7A/8A conference tournament championship game Friday at Hopewell High School. Photos by Bill Kiser, correspondent
Apple's Low-Cost Colorful MacBook: All the Rumors
Apple has been developing a more affordable version of the MacBook, and it's rumored to be launching in under two weeks. This is going to be one of Apple's most unique Macs, because there hasn't really been anything quite like it before. We've rounded up everything we know about the low-cost MacBook ahead of its March debut. Design Rumors about the MacBook's design make it sound a lot like the MacBook Air.
Ubisoft confirms a lot of new Far Cry and Assassin's Creed games are in development
Ubisoft has not one, but two Far Cry games currently in development.
Sports Specialty owner, salesperson indicted in multi-million plot
A federal grand jury has indicted three men who are accused of a 13-year bid rigging scheme that allegedly affected at least 44 public schools in Mississippi and 270 purchases totaling more than $1 million in taxpayer funds.
Trump-governors meeting sets up another White House vs. states clash
An annual bipartisan meeting of governors has become, in the words of Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear, "a lot of drama."
No. 14 Virginia, Miami set for ACC second-place showdown
Second place in the Atlantic Coast Conference will be on the line Saturday afternoon when Miami visits No. 14 Virginia in Charlottesville, Va.
Jesse Jackson’s political legacy in the Trump era
Jenna Amatulli speaks to George Chidi about how US civil rights leader Jesse Jackson transformed the Democratic party and empowered minority communities at the ballot box, and what Jackson might have thought about the party today as it takes on Donald Trump
Padres 2026 Spring Training preview
Lots to decide before March 26
Trumbull County business owners express importance of shopping small
It seems to be happening a lot lately: small businesses here locally making the tough decision to close their doors.
Trumbull County business owners express importance of shopping small
It seems to be happening a lot lately: small businesses here locally making the tough decision to close their doors.
Copilot coding agent model picker for Copilot Business and Enterprise
Copilot coding agent is our asynchronous, autonomous background agent. Delegate a task to Copilot, and Copilot works in the background in its own development environment in the cloud. Once Copilot…
Demolition tears into Portland suburb mall to make way for sports center, major renovation
Contractors have fenced off the Tigard shopping mall’s southern parking lot in recent weeks and are tearing into the property’s fortress-like walls where Sears used to operate.
Microsoft Copilot Chat error sees confidential emails exposed to AI tool
The company says it has addressed the issue and it "did not provide anyone access to information they weren't already authorised to see".
Yvette Huet named dean of the College of Health and Human Services
Longstanding UNC Charlotte administrator and faculty member Yvette Huet has been named dean of the University’s College of Health and Human Services. Huet has led the college since July 2025 as interim dean. Her appointment is effective immediately. “Yvette is a strategic academic leader whose decades of service at Charlotte reflect a deep commitment to […]
Houston Rockets vs. Charlotte Hornets game preview
Since the last time these teams met, the Houston Rockets actually won a couple of games and looked like a real basketball team before the All-Star break came and, well…you know. The Charlotte Hornets finally lost a game while getting into a big fight with the Detroit Pistons. Miles Bridges and Moussa Diabate are suspended […]
The quest to engineer silk that’s stronger than steel
It already exists in the natural world. Now, thanks to breakthroughs in genetic engineering, scientists have created “supersilk.” And it’s poised to upgrade far more than our clothing.
GOP lawmaker proposes measure to block key element of proposed California wealth tax
Kiley says he will introduce the 'Keep Jobs in California Act of 2026.' It would prohibit any state from levying taxes retroactively on people who no longer live there.
Microsoft Copilot read confidential emails without permission
Microsoft deployed a fix for the bug, which shows the hazards of using AI in the workplace.
AI platforms can be abused for stealthy malware communication
AI assistants like Grok and Microsoft Copilot with web browsing and URL-fetching capabilities can be abused to intermediate command-and-control (C2) activity.
Copilot spills the beans, summarizing emails it's not supposed to read
: Data Loss Prevention? Yeah, about that...
Colorado group pursues ballot measure to pave the way for a new congressional map
The group is aiming to bypass Colorado's independent redistricting commission to put a Democratic-friendly map in place for the 2028 and 2030 elections.
Colorado Democrats Push to Rip Up 2028 House Map for an Extra Edge
A proposed ballot measure to give Democrats more seats for the 2028 and 2030 elections signals that the nation’s gerrymandering fight is likely to persist for years.
My Pixel 10A Hands-On: Google Adds Fast Charging, Satellite SOS for $499
The new lower-cost Pixel looks a lot like last year's 9A, but has some quality-of-life improvements.
Gene Johnson ’73 inducted into North Carolina Business Hall of Fame
Gene Johnson ’73, a dedicated UNC Charlotte advocate and donor, is one of the newest members of the North Carolina Business Hall of Fame, presented by Junior Achievement of Central Carolinas. Johnson joins the group that honors the state’s most influential business leaders. A ceremony celebrating the 2026 laureates was held Feb. 17. Johnson earned […]
From Detroit to Charlotte: How a business coach built a culture of ‘tough love’
Nikita Allen trains Black entrepreneurs and others to build sustainable businesses in the Charlotte region.
What is Amazon building at its Cortana fulfillment center?
The online retail giant is building an office in the parking lot of its 9001 Cortana Place fulfillment center.
Khloe Kardashian May Be Feuding With Business Partner, Source Reveals Why
Khloe Kardashian and Emma Grede launched the clothing brand Good American in 2016. They are business partners and have had a very close professional relationship. However, recently, fans have noticed ...
Tesla dodges California license suspension after dropping misleading 'autopilot' marketing terms
Tesla avoids California license suspension after stopping "autopilot" use in marketing following state DMV order over misleading advertising practices.
One Year of RFK Jr. Has Left Public Health Devastated
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. made a lot of promises on his way to becoming health secretary. He pledged to Make America Healthy Again, of course, and to restore trust in embattled health agencies. And he said he wouldn’t “take away anybody’s vaccines.”
Fulton County accuses Justice Department of misleading the judge who approved elections office search warrant
Officials in Fulton County, Georgia, accused the Justice Department of making “serious” omissions in the application the FBI filed to obtain a search warrant for 2020 election ballots last month.
Authorities investigate car with bullet holes parked in lot of Durham business
Sky 5 flew over Durham police and deputies as they surrounded a silver sedan with bullet holes in the shattered back windshield.
What to know about the February primary election
Not everyone will vote today. Here’s how you can find out if you do.
Ukrainian drone pilot finds Russian arsenal, filled with horses, cars
Cosmos, a fiber-optic drone pilot, told Business Insider he was hunting for hidden Russian storages when he found the Ladas and two horses.
‘An influential seat at the table’: Why Target’s retail media business Roundel is one of the first to test ChatGPT ads
Target's retail media network Roundel's SVP, Matt Drzewicki talked to Digiday about what they expect from the pilot.
Pirates All-Star ‘Excited’ For New Star-Studded Supporting Cast
Over the last few years, Bryan Reynolds hasn’t had much help around him in the Pittsburgh Pirates lineup beyond Oneil Cruz and Andrew McCutchen, putting a lot of pressure on him to drive the offense. That won’t be the case this year, however, as the Pirates finally have some proven sluggers to help him carry […]
NAACP asks judge to protect against 'misuse' after FBI seized of voter data in Fulton County
Georgia residents entrusted the state with their “sensitive personal information” when they registered to vote, and the Jan. 28 seizure of ballots and other election documents from the Fulton County elections hub “breached that guarantee, infringed constitutional protections of privacy, and interfered with the right to vote,” the organizations said in a motion filed late Sunday.
‘The House of the Spirits’ Prime Video release date, cast, plot, and more
The highly anticipated adaptation of the author’s iconic novel stars Alfonso Herrera and Nicole Wallace.
Generative AI Revolutionizes the Life Sciences Industry Accelerating Drug Discovery, Cutting Costs, and Enhancing Innovation
According to data published by Precedence Research, Generative AI is transforming the life science sector, driving innovation in drug discovery, clinical trials, and manufacturing, while reducing costs and improving efficiency. With investments in AI, companies are reshaping R&D and achieving faster, smarter, and more personalized healthcare solutions.Ottawa, Feb. 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As Generative AI moves beyond pilot projects to become a foundational tool in the life sciences, it acce
Charlotte wife performed 8 minutes of CPR to save husband's life during cardiac arrest
If the NBA is serious about looking at everything to end tanking … it’s about time
The lottery and draft are corporate welfare for sports teams. How should the NBA go about correcting tanking in efforts to win the lottery?
You do the (midterm) math. Watch Trump's 37% approval, MAGA's $304 million
He's not on the ballot, but Trump's rating will matter in November. Kitchen-table angst, too. Three key numbers provide clues to what's ahead.
One free agent Commanders should re-sign
The Commanders have a lot of free agents, but many will depart. We look at one they should keep around.
Why after 70-plus years of readership I won’t renew my Washington Post subscription
My brother and I read a lot growing up. Our Dad, a bomb-designing nuclear engineer with the Atomic Energy Commission (AEC), purchased our first television the day after we graduated from high school. Yes, there was a statement therein regarding his opinion of a pernicious distraction from our academic pursuits. I can’t imagine what he […]
Award-winning pilot and wife die in plane crash after dirty windows prompt emergency landing, pet dog survives
Award-winning pilot declares emergency "due to oil on windshield" before fatal Texas crash. Ron and Barbara Timmermans died when aircraft hit power lines.
Anchorage’s growing mobile health programs take pressure off first responders
The fire department has relaunched a pilot program to bring care in-home to frequent callers.
From the sports desk: The new Winter Olympics king
Johannes Hoesflot Klaebo, the Norwegian cross-country skier, won his ninth gold medal, giving him the most in Winter Olympics history.
First Core Ultra 7 355 benchmarks are in and they're nowhere near as good as the Core Ultra X7
Panther Lake-H has proven itself to be quite impressive thus far, but the lesser Panther Lake-U series loses a lot of what makes the architecture unique from predecessors.
CA Politics 360 Full Episode | Proposed Voter ID ballot initiative, CA Democratic Party convention
There’s a proposed ballot initiative that would require voters to show their ID at the polls and for election officials to verify citizenship.
Festival International releases lineup for 40th anniversary year in Lafayette
The special anniversary lineup includes bands from Peru, South Korea, Scotland, Mali, Sudan, and a lot more.
Klaebo sets Olympic record, wins 9th XXC gold
Norway's Johannes Hoesflot Klaebo has won a ninth gold medal in cross-country skiing, setting a Winter Games record, at the Milan Cortina Olympics.
Costa Mesa girls' water polo bows out in CIF quarterfinals
The Mustangs grew a lot over the course of the season, but host Rowland rallied late for the win on Friday.
Charlotte man's survival highlights CPR's lifesaving power, spurs focus on cardiac health in Mecklenburg County
HBO series navigates personal transformation, self-love [Unscripted column]
Many of us have given up hope of cracking the top 1%. Apart from a lottery win, billion-dollar wealth will remain forever out of reach for the mass of humanity,
Give me the DJ Moore Comeback Tour
There’s a lot of talk surrounding Bears wide receiver DJ Moore, but @kdthompson5 thinks it’s best to keep him around.
Take care of your heart health for Valentine's Day | ChicagoLIVE
It's Valentine's Day, which involves a lot of heart talk, but it's also Heart Health Month. So Jake and Mark heard from a doctor on the best ways to care for your heart health.
Bonnabel and Riverdale decided the district title, and a ‘four-year guy’ made the difference
It was crunch time, with a lot on the line. However, Bonnabel senior guard Thomas Molette was in his comfort zone.
How HBO's "Industry" uses vests to signal status in banking
The costume designer of HBO's "Industry" broke down how the characters' clothing, like vests and ties, are used to convey status and power.
Sony Pictures Television To Offer Targeted Buyouts
Sony Pictures Television is planning to offer buyouts to select executives in specific areas, sources tell Deadline.
‘I thought they were just going to execute me’: American held in Venezuela during Maduro’s last days tells all
James Luckey-Lange has been spending a lot of time looking at the names he carved on a bar of soap he smuggled out of a Venezuelan prison in his underwear.
Report: Coast Guard Pilot Fired Over Kristi Noem’s Missing Blanket
Texas' 'Rodeo Drive' bids farewell to local legacy businesses
One of Texas' most famed corridors is looking a lot different nowadays.
Jazz concert held at the Center of Belvedere
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (CBS19 NEWS) -- On Thursday night the Charlottesville Jazz Society hosted Michael Hawkins and the Brotherhood at the Center of Belvedere.
Virginia redistricting election will go forward while court considers appeal
Virginia voters will get to cast ballots on a congressional redistricting plan benefiting Democrats while a court battle plays out over the legality of the effort.
The 5 Wildest Anecdotes from the WSJ’s Report on Kristi Noem
A new report revealed new details of DHS Secretary Kristi Noem’s chaotic tenure, including a claim that she fired a pilot over a missing blanket.
I'm Obsessed With 'You've Got Mail'—Minus This Enormously Problematic Plot Point
Don't get me wrong—this is one of my favorite romantic comedies. But Joe Fox, you've got some major work to do.
Virginia Supreme Court allows redistricting special election to move forward
Democrats placed a voter referendum on the ballot in April that could pave the way for a new congressional map that heavily favors their party.
Paris says 'oui' to booming business of romantic proposals
STORY: This Texan couple have been dating for one year.And Josue Perales wanted extra special celebrations with his girlfriend Kayla Balboa. On a candlelit terrace, overlooking the Eiffel Tower, she says "yes".Balboa had always wanted a Paris proposal. "She's always been mentioning how...""This is my dream place.""This is her dream... well, here we are."To make sure every detail was perfect, Perales employed the help of a local marriage proposal planning agency.And he's not the only one.Paris is seeing a surge in demand for elaborate marriage proposals like this one.Thanks to social media, TV shows and events showcasing the "City of Love", the entire industry catering to love-struck couples willing to pay thousands for unforgettable moments is booming.Les Entremetteuses, or "The Matchmakers", helped Perales get his "yes".Founder Pauline Le Tendre says Valentine's Day is her "busiest day of the year."But she says she's busy all year round - after demand started growing in 2019, with a brief lull during the pandemic."Once the borders reopened, it steadily increased. After that, there were a couple of boosts with (the TV show) 'Emily in Paris,' the Paris Olympics also. We had a lot of work after the Games."The company's proposal packages start at 590 euros, or just under $700, for a proposal on the Seine river banks.The average spend can go up to $2,400 - with some clients spending more for extras, like performers.:: Kiss Me in Paris/Artem Martynov & Anastasia KalynaFor those wanting to splurge even more, Kiss Me in Paris has them covered.The agency says its clients typically spend an average of about $12,000 on their experiences - or as much as some $118,000.:: Kiss Me in Paris/Tuan Nguyen FilmsLuxurious proposals are choreographed in high-end hotels, aboard yachts on the Seine, or in authentic French chateaux."To just be able to, in your social circles, say, 'We got engaged in Paris,' is great, right? It has prestige, it has cachet." That's Cengiz Ozelsel, who co-founded Kiss Me in Paris with his wife Chantelle Marie Streete.They say bookings have more than doubled since 2015.While the more budget-friendly Oui Love Paris agency told Reuters, its bookings have quadrupled since 2020.For many planners, though, the payoff is more than just numbers."I absolutely love it because... people are inviting you into their lives at one of the most special times in their lives."
The ridiculously tiny Kodak Charmera captured our hearts (and lots of shoddy pictures)
We weren't expecting much from the Kodak Charmera, but the retro-inspired mini camera has turned out to be loads of fun.
Oregon transportation tax hike one step closer to landing on May ballot following key vote
One key Republican suggested his caucus may seek legal action to prevent the move.
Microsoft AI CEO says automation will soon take over most white-collar tasks
Microsoft's AI chief predicts white-collar automation within 18 months, citing rapid advances in software engineering and AI-assisted coding tools.
Lottery grant for Northampton mental health service
KidsAid is awarded a lottery grant to provide mental health services to schools.
Downtown Cary Park adds citizen science station
Visitors can contribute to citizen science and help town horticulturalist care for lotus plants that help keep water clean and control mosquitoes.
Downtown Cary Park adds citizen science station
Visitors can contribute to citizen science and help town horticulturalist care for lotus plants that help keep water clean and control mosquitoes.
A Pilot Fired Over Kristi Noem’s Missing Blanket and the Constant Chaos Inside DHS
Secretary faces fire for confrontational immigration crackdown and self-promotional style; White House to wind down Minnesota operations.
Health care access a top complaint among troops, top enlisted leaders tell lawmakers
A Democratic senator also questioned whether the services are doing everything they can to increase child care slots.
Health care access a top complaint among troops, top enlisted leaders tell lawmakers
A Democratic senator also questioned whether the services are doing everything they can to increase child care slots.
Women’s rights group sues to stop Nevada school sports ballot measure
House GOP pushes strict proof-of-citizenship requirement for voters ahead of midterm elections
The bill passed Wednesday is a Trump administration priority aimed at scrutinizing ballot access. But it faces blowback in the Senate.
Secondhand retailer to repurpose former adult entertainment store in Springfield
A secondhand furniture, home goods and clothing retailer is expanding into the Fairfax County market with a future location in Springfield. Last week, Remix Market signed a five-year lease at 6909 Old Keene Mill Road, according to real estate firm Boosalis Properties, which represented the tenant in the transaction. The 6,250-square-foot standalone Springfield Executive Building
Sony unveils the WF-1000XM6 earbuds — here's what you need to know
New design, new sound, new features — Sony's changed a lot in its new earbuds
Making Sports Work
There are lots of examples where sports isn’t dictated by oligarch whims at everyone else’s expense.
The scramble to save D.C. sports journalism
There's a lot of chatter to create something new, but no organized campaign.
A Tragedy of Early COVID Has Finally Been Explained
Dangerous blood clotting associated with certain vaccines had a genetic cause, according to a new paper.
NBA suspends Isaiah Stewart and three others for their roles in Pistons-Hornets brawl
The same four players ejected during the Pistons' 110-104 victory at Spectrum Center in Charlotte, N.C., were later suspended.
Thomas Edison Tried to Build an EV Battery in 1901. Scientists Just Made It Work
The battery won't power cars as the famous inventor intended, but it's still got a lot of potential.
Kokua Line: What sales tax are Hawaii businesses supposed to charge?
Question: What sales tax are businesses supposed to be charging in Hawaii? We mean for customer purchases like at stores and restaurants and other places that get a lot of tourists. We’ve noticed that it’s inconsistent.
Charlotte light rail stabbing could lead to changes in NC mental health law
NC lawmakers are prepping legislation that will address the revolving door between mental health and criminal justice systems.
Cloud seeding in New Mexico: What science says about boosting water supply
Lawmakers advanced a cloud-seeding pilot program in 2024, but it stalled in the Senate, sparking renewed interest in the technology.
City of LA asking voters to increase taxes on hotels, unlicensed cannabis businesses
The Los Angeles City Council Tuesday approved resolutions to place three tax-related measures on the June 2 primary ballot.
Turbulence warning was not relayed to plane before flight attendants were seriously injured
Pilots aboard a United Airlines flight where three flight attendants were seriously injured were not warned about turbulence reported by a plane in front of them, the National Transportation Safety Board concluded Tuesday.
LA County supervisors vote to add sales-tax hike for health care to June ballot
L.A. County voters will decide in June whether to approve a temporary half-cent sales tax in an effort to support health care services.
2020 election deniers drove the FBI’s seizures of Fulton County ballots, new documents show
Newly unsealed court documents reveal that longtime skeptics of the 2020 election results played a key role in the sweeping search warrant the FBI obtained to seize ballots and other materials from Fulton County, Georgia — a major target of President Donald Trump’s attempts to overturn his defeat.
What to watch in the Texas Senate race : The NPR Politics Podcast
Texas Sen. John Cornyn, running for his fifth term, is locked in a competitive Republican primary contest. Meanwhile, some Democrats think they can flip the seat, electing a Democrat to represent Texas in the Senate for the first time since 1988. We discuss what to watch in the heated primaries as voters begin casting their ballots next week.This episode: voting correspondent Miles Parks, political correspondent Ashley Lopez, and Houston Public Media senior reporter Andrew Schneider.This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.
Georgia Ballot Inquiry Originated From Election Denier in Trump White House
A newly unsealed affidavit showed that a criminal investigation into the 2020 election in Fulton County, Ga., relied heavily on claims about ballots that have been widely debunked.