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Sully’s gone—but his legacy lives on in Sullivan’s Crossing. Creator Roma Roth steps back from head writer duties for season five, handing day-to-day reins to Floyd Kane, while still serving as executive producer. Scott Patterson’s exit, citing creative differences, leaves fans wondering what’s next—but Roth and co-star Chad Michael Murray assure that Sully’s influence remains deeply woven into th...

Trump’s shifting stance on the Iran ceasefire—declaring it over while hinting at a possible “finish the job”—may be a strategic bluff to pressure Tehran into halting tanker attacks and negotiating on its nuclear program. As mediators scramble to salvage the fragile deal amid rising gas prices and midterm election stakes, Iran accuses the U.S. of breaking the ceasefire in Lebanon. Experts say this...

Durham voters poured in $350K to fund a futuristic, self-cleaning public restroom downtown — but the city’s pivoting to a more standard, yet still clean and accessible, setup due to supply issues. With no location or timeline yet, this long-awaited facility aims to ease pressure on businesses and support unhoused residents, though maintenance costs remain unaddressed. The high-tech dream’s on hold...

Granville County Public Schools in North Carolina ditched Chromebooks and iPads for tech-free Tuesdays and Thursdays, sparking a surprising boost in student focus and engagement. Frustrated by tech’s distraction toll, Superintendent Stan Winborne launched the experiment after seeing little academic payoff from early tech adoption. Teachers noted stronger connections to lessons and peers, while exp...

School districts across North Carolina are under fire as budget cuts, enrollment drops, and legal scandals collide. Wake County faces $15 million in proposed cuts while Durham gets a partial funding boost—just enough to raise classified staff to minimum wage. Educators rally in Raleigh, sounding the alarm on state underfunding and local overburden. The state’s Supreme Court revisits a 1994 school...

Raleigh erupted in chaos on July 4th as thousands of teens—many underage and from outside the city—flocked to Brier Creek and Glenwood South, sparking six shootings, nine injuries, and flying glass. Police arrested 34, including five minors, seized 11 guns, and detained a teen with a firearm. Chief Rico Boyce called it unprecedented, blaming social media for fueling the crowds and noting most trou...

A North Carolina National Guard veteran, Timothy Stanhope, is winning his free speech battle after being banned from the Guard’s Facebook page for criticizing leadership and living conditions. The settlement, pending judge approval, restores his access, reinstates his posts, and forces the Guard to rewrite its social media policy to protect viewpoint-based speech. Stanhope’s bold critique — includ...

Shaw University is launching the first-ever four-year Doctor of Education in Artificial Intelligence and Moral Agency for HBCUs, tailored for seasoned bi-vocational and pastoral leaders. Focused on ethics—not coding—it tackles algorithmic bias, privacy, and AI’s impact on marginalized communities. Starting in spring 2027 with 12 students, applications open summer 2026. Dean Mark Harden says it bri...

Tesla’s stock just got a major boost as RBC analyst Tom Narayan hikes his price target to $500, calling it a buy — but this time, he’s not just looking at cars. He’s seeing Tesla as the AI infrastructure backbone of Elon Musk’s empire, with SpaceX potentially merging into the fold. Imagine shared chip development, Megapack-powered data centers, and a $2B investment into xAI — all while Tesla plans...

Governor Josh Stein’s new Commission on Accessibility is tackling decades-old barriers that keep North Carolinians out of state government—whether it’s crumbling buildings, confusing jargon, or glitchy digital tools. With 32 diverse volunteers already in action, the commission is zeroing in on four critical areas: physical spaces, language, digital access, and communication. From historic legislat...

JPMorgan analyst Chris Schott just raised his price target for Eli Lilly to $1,400, maintaining an “Overweight” rating as the stock hits a new yearly high. Driven by explosive global sales of Mounjaro and Zepbound — together generating $12.8 billion in Q1 — revenue surged 55% to nearly $20 billion. Eli Lilly has boosted its full-year revenue forecast to $82–85 billion. A new Medicare program start...

Durham’s Bull City Blazers Camp is flipping the script on firefighting by empowering young women with hands-on training, confidence-building, and real-world exposure—challenging outdated stereotypes and planting seeds for a more diverse future in fire service. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an au...

Justin Baldoni and Emily finally break their silence after the legal drama with Blake Lively, sharing a heartfelt message of gratitude while acknowledging the trauma and injustice they endured. Though they’ve been quiet throughout the ordeal, they now say it’s time to speak — not to defend themselves, but to honor the support they’ve received and focus on healing. Justin and Emily describe the exp...

Summer House just earned its first-ever Emmy nomination for Outstanding Unstructured Reality Program, a major milestone for the Bravo hit—thanks to the season’s explosive drama, real-life chaos, and behind-the-scenes grit. Star Lindsay, buzzing with excitement, credits the team for masterfully weaving scandal into compelling storytelling while staying true to the show’s raw energy. Though she’s no...

Lightning struck three homes in Wake County, sparking fires and displacing families—but no injuries occurred. Two incidents in north Raleigh and one in Wake Forest saw minimal to roof-only damage, thanks to quick emergency responses. A stark reminder: even with storm prep, lightning’s power can’t be ignored—check your home’s protection and stay alert when storms roll in. Listen in comfort: Get a d...

“The Pitt” is crushing it at the Emmys this year with a record 13 acting nominations, including powerhouse returns from Noah Wyle, Katherine LaNasa, and Shawn Hatosy — and a whole cast riding the wave. LaNasa calls it a team win, celebrating the rising recognition of her co-stars across supporting and guest categories. From powerful patient portrayals by Brittany Allen and Jeff Kober to trailblaze...

Starting in 2026, high earners over 50 face a major retirement savings shift under the SECURE 2.0 Act: their catch-up 401(k) contributions must be Roth, meaning you pay taxes now but enjoy tax-free withdrawals later. If you’re making over $150K in FICA wages, your extra savings—up to $8K or even $11.25K if you’re 60–63—will be Roth by default. This doesn’t apply to IRAs or lower earners. It’s a ga...

Warren Buffett’s timeless wisdom: bad news isn’t a red flag—it’s a buying opportunity. When fear crashes markets, he sees undervalued gems waiting to be picked up at a discount. The real test? Staying calm enough to buy when others panic. With Berkshire holding $390 billion in cash, Buffett’s waiting for genuine fear to reveal true bargains—not just dips. The key? Know what you want, when you want...

Maine’s Democratic Senate hopeful Graham Platner has pulled out of the race after explosive allegations surfaced that he forced sex on a former girlfriend five years ago — claims he denies as “categorically false.” The oyster farmer and veteran, who won his party’s nomination with a landslide, announced his exit in a social media video, urging the movement to keep going without him. Top Democrats,...

Moana’s live-action premiere at the Hollywood Bowl was a dazzling spectacle, packed with 5,000 fans, live LA Philharmonic music, and star power from Dwayne Johnson and Catherine Laga’aia — the first-time Moana actress who admitted she was overwhelmed by the grandeur. The cast, including Rena Owen and Auli’i Cravalho (who voiced the original Moana and now serves as executive producer), celebrated t...

The Gambler from Storage Wars, Darrell Sheets, died by suicide at 62 after a turbulent family feud. Just days before his death, he clashed violently with his son Brandon, who publicly disparaged Sheets’ girlfriend in texts calling her “horrible” and “suspicious.” The girlfriend, who’d been dating Sheets since February 2026, said he was emotionally shattered after their visit and refused to be left...

Cathie Wood’s bold bet on CoreWeave signals confidence in AI infrastructure, even as the stock dips amid Meta’s cloud ambitions and earnings misses. Wood, a vocal believer in tech-driven deflation and innovation, sees AI boosting productivity and paving the way for lower rates and stronger growth. Despite her optimism and recent $2M investment, Ark’s flagship ETF continues to bleed billions as inv...

In a major custody update, Utah judge grants Taylor Frankie Paul more unsupervised time with their two-year-old son Ever, extending weekend visits to include Monday mornings — despite Mortensen’s legal team claiming she wasn’t using her allotted time. The court also bans motorcycle transport for Ever after reports Mortensen rode him more than three miles, while protective orders remain in place fo...

Disney dominates this year’s Emmy nominations with a staggering 125 nods, showcasing powerhouse hits like “The Bear” and “Abbott Elementary” while proving streaming platforms like Disney+ and Hulu are reshaping prestige TV. From breakout stars Ayo Edebiri and Quinta Brunson to genre-spanning wins in comedy, drama, and variety, Disney’s sweep signals its unchallenged grip on the TV landscape as awa...

NC State students are rallying against the removal of Talley Student Union as an early voting site, calling it a voter suppression move that forces them to trek a mile uphill across a busy highway — even as Wake County expands early voting to 18 sites overall. Election officials stand by the unanimous decision, citing the Business Services Center as a viable campus alternative, but critics argue t...