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Terry Rozier, ex-Miami Heat star, faces serious gambling charges after allegedly accepting a $70K payoff to tip off bettors about leaving a game early—fueling over $250K in wagers. Pleading not guilty, Rozier’s legal troubles are escalating: strict bail conditions, including no-contact orders and travel bans, threaten his NBA comeback. A recent court clash over texting a restricted contact signals...

Lightning struck twice in Raleigh—two separate house fires erupted on Althorp Drive, both blamed on Mother Nature’s sudden fury. Firefighters raced to the scene, one with smoke already rising, the other fully engulfed. Thankfully, no injuries were reported, but residents are now displaced and facing the emotional and financial toll of losing their homes overnight. The fire department is investigat...

July 4th turned chaotic at Brier Creek as fireworks and fun devolved into gunfire and chaos, leaving teens like Joshua Holden and Coreion Levy to face consequences for actions they didn’t cause. While city leaders push for a teen curfew, both teens argue it’s a superficial fix — what’s really needed are mentorship, jobs, recreation, and community investment to uplift youth and prevent future outbr...

Mortgage rates stuck at 6.5% are grinding the housing market to a halt, chilling buyer enthusiasm and making sellers hold tight—afraid to lose out on value or face empty listings. Goldman Sachs calls the scene “stabilizing but subdued,” with rates likely to stay high thanks to global pressures and the Fed’s cautious stance, possibly even hiking later this year. Most homeowners are locked in with l...

Two houses on the same street in Raleigh caught fire Wednesday night—both roof fires sparked by lightning strikes. Firefighters raced to both scenes, managing the blazes without injury. A wild coincidence turned into a powerful reminder of nature’s unpredictability and the importance of safety. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN...

Ned Gonet, the legendary 45-year athletic director and former 42-year football coach at Ravenscroft High School, is stepping down — a record-setting tenure that reshaped North Carolina high school athletics. More than just wins and championships, Gonet built champions through discipline and high expectations, mentoring generations of students whose lives he transformed. He turned down offers to co...

Matt Lauer, the ex-Today host, was spotted enjoying a Fourth of July party in the Hamptons with girlfriend Shamin Abas — a rare public appearance just months after Brooke Nevils’ explosive memoir detailed sexual assault allegations against him. The pair, both in their 50s, appeared relaxed and happy at the event hosted by Robert Kraft, reigniting interest in their relationship as they navigate the...

Disney’s throwing a nostalgia bomb with The Cheetah Girls: Next Gen — the beloved 2003 franchise is back, bigger and bolder, with Raven-Symoné and Adrienne Bailon-Houghton reprising their iconic roles as Galleria and Chanel, plus executive producing. The story follows Galleria’s daughter Faith and her trio of friends on an African adventure to save a wildlife sanctuary, where they’ll discover thei...

A Wake Forest guy just won $685,796 on a $1 quick pick lottery ticket—yes, that’s right, one dollar. After taxes, he walked away with $493,842. The odds? One in 962,598. He claimed his prize in Raleigh, and while it’s pure luck (especially with a quick pick), it’s a wild reminder that sometimes, a tiny bet can change your life forever. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://sol...

A North Carolina driver racing over 100 mph slammed into an ambulance attempting a U-turn, killing paramedic Ashley Moore in a horrific crash that’s sent shockwaves through the emergency services community. The 35-year-old suspect, Jared Logan, now faces multiple charges including second-degree murder, reckless driving, and failure to wear a seatbelt as authorities investigate the deadly collision...

Emmys just dropped and “The Pitt” is dominating with more nominations than any other show, while “Widow’s Bay” makes a stunning debut with 19 nods—surprises everywhere and some big names left out. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Repo...

Mercedes-Benz’s Q2 results reveal a troubling split: while electric sales soar 51% and North America surges 13%, China’s 30% sales plunge threatens global profits—especially as luxury brands face fierce local competition and must pivot fast to survive. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated,...

Another Memphis resident is dead after a deadly confrontation with a federal task force — marking the second fatal shooting in just four days and the fourth death linked to the unit since September. DEA agents serving a drug warrant at a hotel forced entry after the suspect refused to open the door; while early reports claimed he was pointing a gun, authorities are withholding specifics as the Ten...

John Deere farmers just got a major win: the FTC and five states forced the company to open up repair tools and software, ending years of being locked into authorized dealers. This landmark settlement gives owners and independent shops the freedom to fix their own equipment without fear of retaliation, while also handing Deere a $1 million penalty and a decade of oversight. It’s a huge victory for...

A major natural gas leak erupted outside Durham Bulls Athletic Park Wednesday night, forcing street closures and business evacuations as crews scrambled to contain the hazard. Caused by third-party damage, the leak was secured by 7:15 PM, averting immediate danger—but repairs are still underway. The Durham Bulls were away playing out of state, leaving local businesses and residents to weather the...

Severe storms hit the Triangle again Wednesday night, knocking out power for over 3,000 in Wake County and more than 6,400 in Durham—marking the third straight night of chaos. Earlier this week, Franklin and Sampson counties braced for floods, Chapel Hill roads shut down, and lightning even sparked explosions in Wake County. Hail and electrical outages were reported in Holly Springs, as residents...

GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy are exploding in popularity, with over one in ten U.S. adults now using them for weight loss—up from just two years ago. Originally developed for diabetes, these drugs, derived from a Gila monster peptide, are now reshaping the obesity landscape, helping push U.S. obesity rates down to 36.4% in 2026. Despite sky-high costs—$900–$1,400 monthly without insurance—b...

Governor Josh Stein just vetoed a sweeping bill to ban homeless encampments, calling it poorly conceived and financially burdensome—now Republicans in the Senate may try to override it, but they’ll need Democratic or independent support in the House. Meanwhile, Dallas Woodhouse has been reassigned from his controversial role as elections liaison in the NC Auditor’s Office, as the agency claims the...

Apple just pledged a blockbuster $30+ billion commitment to Broadcom, fueling production of over 15 billion U.S.-made chips—boosting Broadcom’s stock and spotlighting its vital role beyond AI. The deal expands a Colorado fab with $1.5 billion in upgrades to make critical RF filters for Apple’s wireless tech. As Wall Street debates if Broadcom’s valuation is already baked in, this Apple partnership...

Zillow and Redfin’s home valuations are wildly inconsistent—like getting three different directions. Enter Kelley Blue Book, the car valuation giants, now launching KBB Homes with claims of 3% accuracy using advanced neighborhood and renovation data. They’re flipping the real estate lead model too, offering agents a monthly subscription instead of commission splits, vetting them by performance. Al...

Michigan’s facing a fast-spreading intestinal illness outbreak — nearly 1,000 confirmed cases, 36 hospitalized — caused by the parasite cyclosporiasis, likely from contaminated produce. Symptoms include explosive diarrhea, cramping, and nausea, often mistaken for other stomach bugs. The outbreak isn’t local: Ohio reports over 170 cases, with hundreds nationwide. No deaths yet, but if you’re hit wi...

Hormel Foods is exiting Brazil, selling its Ceratti brand to local rival Zanchetta Alimentos after years of underperformance that executives called a “drag” on global growth. The $104 million 2017 acquisition failed to deliver, prompting Hormel’s broader strategy to streamline operations and focus on high-potential international markets. This move reflects a wider industry trend as food giants lik...

Michigan is facing its largest cyclospora outbreak in history—with over 1,000 cases causing debilitating, weeks-long diarrhea. Though no deaths have been reported, the parasite’s spread across 28 states signals a nationwide concern. Experts warn it’s tough to track because the bug won’t grow easily in labs and often hides in common ingredients. The surge is concentrated in southeast Michigan, but...

A Fourth of July apartment fire claimed the life of seven-year-old Cashmere Parker after illegal, improperly secured fireworks sparked the blaze—leading to charges of involuntary manslaughter against Brittany Armstrong, who was arrested for failing to surrender. Her father and another resident were hospitalized trying to save Cashmere, and four units were damaged. Armstrong, appearing remotely fro...

Birth tourism—when pregnant women travel to the U.S. to give birth for citizenship—is sparking political debate, with Trump allies calling it a major driver of illegal immigration. But data is murky: estimates range from 5,000 to 26,000 births annually, though critics say those numbers are inflated. Most births are to Hispanic mothers, often highly educated, contradicting the stereotype of welfare...