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Holly Springs firefighters are battling triple-digit heat inside their trucks—some without air conditioning, temperatures soaring to 120°F—while wearing 100 pounds of gear. Constant idling, engine heat, and custom setups make repairs tough, with one vendor fixing 30 similar trucks. The department’s forced to rotate trucks for AC repairs, risking emergency readiness. New trucks won’t arrive until n...

Apple is suing OpenAI over alleged theft of trade secrets to build rival AI hardware, naming two former Apple execs—including iPhone and Apple Watch architect Tang Tan—as defendants. The lawsuit claims these insiders leaked confidential data and even brought Apple parts to interviews, fueling OpenAI’s secret hardware project. With Jony Ive reportedly involved and OpenAI eyeing a public debut, this...

Three Wake County elementary schools—Creech Road, Davis Drive, and Durant Road—are deemed unsafe for students due to critical structural issues, prompting an emergency school board meeting to fast-track repair contracts before the new school year begins. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automate...

A former East Carolina University associate professor and licensed clinical social worker, Blace Arthur Nalavany, 59, has been sentenced to 42 months in federal prison for possessing child sexual abuse material — a crime uncovered at his home, unrelated to his professional work. His guilty plea and the sentencing underscore the federal government’s commitment to Project Safe Childhood, a nationwid...

Ariana Grande’s surprise exit from American Horror Story Season 13 isn’t a cancellation — it’s a scheduling clash. With her Eternal Sunshine Tour wrapping in September and a packed slate of projects including a new movie, stage debut, and her eighth album, the pop star couldn’t make it to set — even though she’d been cast by Ryan Murphy and hadn’t filmed a single scene. The horror anthology, howev...

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce secretly tied the knot on July 3rd inside Madison Square Garden, shutting down streets and setting up tents for privacy. The intimate ceremony drew 1,000 guests, including Patrick Mahomes, Brad Pitt, and Ciara, who called it “magical.” Dressed in jaw-dropping Christian Dior Haute Couture by Jonathan Anderson — his first couture wedding dress for a major celeb — the co...

Peter Krause, known for his role as Bobby Nash on 9-1-1, is back in action — and this time, he’s not just surviving a TV show, he’s starring in NBC’s new thriller Line of Fire. After fans mourned Bobby’s tragic death and the emotional fallout from his funeral, Krause’s latest project proves he’s far from done. In this gripping new drama, he plays a U.S. Marshal caught in a deadly conspiracy where...

Protein’s gone mainstream—celebrities are turning snack aisles into protein playgrounds, launching everything from Khloé’s protein popcorn to Venus’s plant-based shakes, Patrick and Maria’s brain-boosting bars, Mel Robbins’ sugar-free shots, and even Mark Wahlberg’s supplements. It’s not just about macros anymore—it’s about flavor, convenience, and the power of a familiar face to sell wellness. Li...

Independence Day in Raleigh turned deadly as thousands of teens flooded two neighborhoods, sparking violent clashes that left nine shot, including two bystanders injured. Police arrested a juvenile in Glenwood South on rioting and weapon charges, and another 16-year-old, Justin Brown, in Brier Creek—charged with assault with intent to kill and firing into a car—now being treated as an adult. With...

When Chatham Estates, a once-affordable mobile home park in Cary, emptied out by June 30th after 144 households—about 700 people—were forced to leave, residents didn’t just accept their fate. They organized, rallied the town, and pushed back against developers. While the company behind the sale pocketed $30 million, the town stepped in with $800,000 and a local nonprofit, NeighborUp, helped raise...

A grieving mother speaks out after the man accused of murdering her 7-year-old son, Zion Gibbs, is granted a $750,000 bond — sparking outrage and confusion. Zion was fatally shot in his Fayetteville home while playing video games in 2024. Prosecutors fiercely opposed the bond, calling it unjust, while Porter’s defense claimed he posed no flight risk. Myra Gibbs, Zion’s mother, describes the trauma...

Self-driving cars are hitting dangerous roadblocks—literally—by failing to recognize emergency vehicles or scenes, putting lives at risk. Real-world incidents in Austin and Atlanta show AVs blocking ambulances and police during critical moments, forcing manual intervention. The NHTSA is now demanding fixes from Waymo, Tesla, and others, calling this a major safety failure, not an edge case. Meanwh...

Jaylen Brown, five-time All-Star and Celtics legend, is still processing his surprise trade — calling the offseason “wild” and feeling “packed up” by the business of basketball. Despite being with Boston longer than current coach Joe Mazzulla, Brown’s impact is undeniable, highlighted by his Finals MVP win in 2024. Speculation swirled after a social media post hinting he wanted a city that “respec...

The preliminary hearing for Tyler Robinson, accused in the fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk, has ended — but the courtroom drama isn’t over. With no trial until September, both sides are gearing up for a legal showdown. Charlie’s widow, Erika Kirk, pushed for swift action, calling the evidence “overwhelming” and urging justice as the one-year anniversary of her husband’s death nears. The family than...

Former NFL star Marcellus Wiley got served divorce papers — and a restraining order request — at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex, not his home or lawyer’s office. Just days after his arrest for an alleged altercation with his estranged wife Annemarie, she filed for divorce citing irreconcilable differences and is seeking custody of their three kids. Annemarie accuses Wiley of a years-long pa...

Bunnie, married to Jelly Roll, just dropped a major beauty update — she got new breast implants and eye work just three days before chatting about it on her podcast. After shedding 20 pounds, her old implants looked like ski slopes, so she traded them in for smaller, perkier 300cc ones. This isn’t her first rodeo — she had her implants removed in 2019 by the same surgeon who’s now putting in her n...

Nico Hischier, New Jersey Devils captain and 2017 first overall pick, just pulled off a real-life hero move in Switzerland—rescuing a family of four in an inflatable raft headed toward a deadly dam. Witnesses hailed his quick action, and authorities saved everyone with a throw bag, no injuries. Hischier, who signed a massive 5-year, $11.7M extension this month, said he’s just glad no one got hurt....

Alix Earle’s fashion moment turned into a viral comedy goldmine when she tumbled down stairs in a Valentino blouse—only for every button to pop off, leaving her completely exposed. Instead of panicking, she laughed it off, posted a TikTok showing off her button-free disaster, and even got some photos in the outfit before the fall. Her friends and fans cheered her on, praising her self-deprecating...

The preliminary hearing in Charlie Kirk’s death case has concluded, marking a pivotal moment as the legal process advances. Kirk, 31, was fatally shot during a nonprofit event at Utah Valley University in September 2025; the 23-year-old suspect turned himself in and now faces aggravated murder charges. The family, grateful for public support, insists the evidence presented clearly outlines the tra...

Graham Platner has dropped out of the Maine Senate race, handing in his withdrawal letter to the Secretary of State — arguing the ballot spot belongs to the voters, not him. His exit reshapes the race, sparking mixed reactions and setting off a chain of political ripple effects as the election landscape shifts in real time. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/...

Raleigh police are sounding the alarm as “teen takeover” events on the Fourth of July spiral into violence, injuries, and legal trouble — with parents now facing serious consequences if they let their kids attend. These chaotic gatherings, often organized via social media, block roads, cause damage, and have led to arrests — including adults acting as ringleaders. North Carolina law lets authoriti...

Moana’s live-action adventure hits theaters with a stunning cultural reimagining, starring Catherine Laga’aia as the fearless ocean voyager — the same girl who watched the original as a child — and Dwayne Johnson, now physically portraying Maui, emotional moments so powerful they brought him to tears. Auli’i Cravalho returns as executive producer, while Rena Owen and John Tui anchor the cast, and...

King Charles and Queen Camilla reunited with Prince Harry, Meghan, and their kids Archie and Lilibet for the first family gathering since 2022, marking a rare and emotionally charged moment at Highgrove House. Harry’s recent UK visits—including charity work for the Invictus Games—set the stage for this reunion, while Meghan and the children have remained in California since stepping back from roya...

Bryce Young’s future with the Panthers is under fire as analysts label him a potential bust — but don’t blame him alone. With a brutal schedule, a weak offensive unit, and no contract extension on the horizon, Young’s struggles may reflect systemic flaws, not just his play. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai...

Oracle’s cloud boom is paying off big time—with $67 billion in FY26 revenue, half from cloud services—and they’re sharing the wealth with shareholders through steady dividend hikes, now at $2 annually (1.4% yield). Their 34% payout ratio stands out in tech, especially since they only started paying dividends in 2009, contrasting with reinvesting giants like Nvidia. Founder Larry Ellison still owns...