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America's housing: unaffordable, unavailable. Many of us are giving up

America's housing: unaffordable, unavailable. Many of us are giving up

  • Andrea Riquier and Ignacio Calderon USA Today

Housing is fundamental. We all need a roof over our heads. We all need someplace to raise our families, cook our meals, escape from the world.

Judge orders Kennedy Center to stay open after removing Trump's name

Judge orders Kennedy Center to stay open after removing Trump's name

  • Bart Jansen USA Today

The federal judge who ordered President Donald Trump's name removed from the Kennedy Center has asked the administration to report by Friday on plans for the building to remain open.

Report: Trump ballroom soars to $600M, with taxpayers on hook for half

Report: Trump ballroom soars to $600M, with taxpayers on hook for half

  • Joey Garrison USA Today

Trump repeatedly said the project would cost $400 million and private donations would pay for it.

Steve Davis:   Thank God for fathers

Steve Davis: Thank God for fathers

  • The Rev. Steve Davis

The Rev. Steve Davis recalls his father and the qualities of fathers who make a difference.

Few Americans see Trump administration delivering justice in Epstein cases, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

Few Americans see Trump administration delivering justice in Epstein cases, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

  • Jason Lange Reuters

Few Americans, including just 21% of Republicans, think President Donald Trump's administration helped deliver justice in cases connected to accused sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein, a new Reuters/Ipsos poll found.

Jill On Money: Is Social Security going bust?

Jill On Money: Is Social Security going bust?

  • Jill Schlesinger

Amid the swirling news hype about the Knicks Championship run, annual inflation rising to a three-year high, and the historic SpaceX initial public offering, a far more impactful story got buried.

Eastern Cabarrus Historical Society to host public reading of Declaration of Independence

Eastern Cabarrus Historical Society to host public reading of Declaration of Independence

  • From staff reports

As the nation prepares to commemorate the 250th anniversary of American independence, the Eastern Cabarrus Historical Society will mark the occasion with a public reading of the Declaration of Independence on Saturday, June 27, at 4 p.m.

Cabarrus County neighbors: Obituaries for June 17

Cabarrus County neighbors: Obituaries for June 17

  • Updated 52 mins ago

Read through the obituaries published today in Independent Tribune.

Trump says Iran deal to be public soon and will rule out nuclear weapon for Tehran

Trump says Iran deal to be public soon and will rule out nuclear weapon for Tehran

    Details began to emerge Tuesday of the U.S. and Iran's interim deal to end the war in the Middle East.

    Crews battle algae bloom in Washington's newly repainted Reflecting Pool

    Crews battle algae bloom in Washington's newly repainted Reflecting Pool

      Drastic measures are being taken to remove green algae filling the pool just days after multimillion-dollar renovations were completed.

      US uses Iranian smuggling tactic to sneak oil out of the Gulf

      US uses Iranian smuggling tactic to sneak oil out of the Gulf

      • Updated 16 mins ago

      The U.S. has overseen scores of secretive ship-to-ship oil transfers to keep Gulf energy exports flowing, using aerial and water drones as well as helicopters to guide convoys.

      Kannapolis and Concord reach agreement to keep Rider bus routes

      Kannapolis and Concord reach agreement to keep Rider bus routes

        CONCORD. – The City of Kannapolis and the City of Concord have reached an agreement to maintain all Rider Transit routes and stops for the 2026-2027 Fiscal Year. The agreement comes after months of negotiation and will preserve essential transportation services for residents while city leaders continue to collaborate on ways to enhance system efficiencies.

        Chemical poured into Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool

        Chemical poured into Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool

          Kannapolis to celebrate Juneteenth with day of music, food, vendors and free movie

          Kannapolis to celebrate Juneteenth with day of music, food, vendors and free movie

          • Updated 20 mins ago

          Residents are invited to gather in downtown Kannapolis on Friday, June 19, for a communitywide Juneteenth celebration featuring live entertainment, food, vendors and a free outdoor movie.

          Local News

          Cabarrus County neighbors: Obituaries for June 17

          Cabarrus County neighbors: Obituaries for June 17

          Read through the obituaries published today in Independent Tribune.

          Cabarrus County neighbors: Obituaries for June 16

          Cabarrus County neighbors: Obituaries for June 16

          Read through the obituaries published today in Independent Tribune.

          Cabarrus Calendar

          Cabarrus Calendar

          Food, fundraisers, special events - here are upcoming community events around Cabarrus County. 

          Kannapolis History Associates to present patriotic and spiritual concert

          Kannapolis History Associates to present patriotic and spiritual concert

          The Kannapolis History Associates will host “A Night of Patriotic & Spiritual Music” on Monday, July 6, at the Kannapolis Church of God, 2211 W. A St., Kannapolis.

          State & Regional

          Indy 500 countdown is on: Inside Lincoln’s world-famous racing treasure trove

          Indy 500 countdown is on: Inside Lincoln’s world-famous racing treasure trove

          We are a week away from the Indy 500. There's no better time to check out one of the top museums dedicated to racing — the Speedway Motors Museum of American Speed draws visitors from around the world.

          Plane with U.S. carrying passengers of the cruise ship MV Hondius arrives in Omaha

          Plane with U.S. carrying passengers of the cruise ship MV Hondius arrives in Omaha

          Plane with U.S. carrying passengers of the cruise ship MV Hondius arrives in Omaha

          Photos: Plane carrying passengers of the cruise ship MV Hondius arrives in Omaha

          Photos: Plane carrying passengers of the cruise ship MV Hondius arrives in Omaha

          The plane with U.S. carrying passengers of the cruise ship MV Hondius arrived in Omaha early Monday morning.

          Solar eclipse wowed millions 2 years ago today. (Seems just like yesterday.)

          Solar eclipse wowed millions 2 years ago today. (Seems just like yesterday.)

          You couldn't see the full solar eclipse in Lincoln or any part of Nebraska, but a partial eclipse was visible on Apirl 8, 2024. Hundreds of people gathered at Hyde Observatory to view.

          Nation & World

          America's housing: unaffordable, unavailable. Many of us are giving up

          America's housing: unaffordable, unavailable. Many of us are giving up

          Housing is fundamental. We all need a roof over our heads. We all need someplace to raise our families, cook our meals, escape from the world.

          Judge orders Kennedy Center to stay open after removing Trump's name

          Judge orders Kennedy Center to stay open after removing Trump's name

          The federal judge who ordered President Donald Trump's name removed from the Kennedy Center has asked the administration to report by Friday on plans for the building to remain open.

          Report: Trump ballroom soars to $600M, with taxpayers on hook for half

          Report: Trump ballroom soars to $600M, with taxpayers on hook for half

          Trump repeatedly said the project would cost $400 million and private donations would pay for it.

          Few Americans see Trump administration delivering justice in Epstein cases, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

          Few Americans see Trump administration delivering justice in Epstein cases, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

          Few Americans, including just 21% of Republicans, think President Donald Trump's administration helped deliver justice in cases connected to accused sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein, a new Reuters/Ipsos poll found.

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          Kannapolis and Concord reach agreement to keep Rider bus routes

          Kannapolis and Concord reach agreement to keep Rider bus routes

          Cabarrus County neighbors: Obituaries for June 17

          Cabarrus County neighbors: Obituaries for June 17

          Kannapolis to celebrate Juneteenth with day of music, food, vendors and free movie

          Kannapolis to celebrate Juneteenth with day of music, food, vendors and free movie

          Shopping

          Altcoins to Buy: How to Find and Buy Altcoins for the Next Bull Run

          Altcoins to Buy: How to Find and Buy Altcoins for the Next Bull Run

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          Upcoming Crypto Presales: How to Find and Buy Top Crypto Presales

          Upcoming Crypto Presales: How to Find and Buy Top Crypto Presales

          Affiliate. Learn how to find and buy top crypto presales and what to look for when researching. 

          How to Buy Meme Coins: How to Find New Meme Coins and Where to Buy Them

          How to Buy Meme Coins: How to Find New Meme Coins and Where to Buy Them

          Affiliate. Learn how to find and buy the newest meme coins. 

          Next Crypto to Explode: How To Find New Crypto Coins and Buy Them

          Next Crypto to Explode: How To Find New Crypto Coins and Buy Them

          Affiliate. Learn how to find and buy the next big crypto coins before they explode.

          Crime

          Cabarrus honors 911 telecommunicators this week

          Cabarrus honors 911 telecommunicators this week

          The Cabarrus County Sheriff’s Office is recognizing the vital contributions of its 911 telecommunicators during National Public Safety Telecommunicator Week.

          Kannapolis offering CPR classes

          Kannapolis offering CPR classes

          The Kannapolis Fire Department is offering free, non-certified CPR classes in 2026 — and you’re invited to attend.

          Who killed Peter Jordan? Reward upped in Lake Norman cold case murder.

          Huntersville police are offering a reward of up to $14,000 for information that leads to an arrest and conviction in the 2014 killing of Peter Jordan. Jordan was 19 when someone shot and killed him in The Landings at Northcross Apartments on Feb. 19 of that year, police said. The apartments are on Landings Drive, off Sam Furr Road (N.C. 73) and Interstate 77 exit 25 in the Birkdale area. ...

          Suicidal woman sent to suffer in silence of solitary confinement. Then she killed herself.

          Suicidal woman sent to suffer in silence of solitary confinement. Then she killed herself.

          Illinois jails continue to struggle with the mental health needs of their inmate population, particularly when detainees are unfit to stand trial.

          Politics

          Kannapolis and Concord reach agreement to keep Rider bus routes

          Kannapolis and Concord reach agreement to keep Rider bus routes

          CONCORD. – The City of Kannapolis and the City of Concord have reached an agreement to maintain all Rider Transit routes and stops for the 2026-2027 Fiscal Year. The agreement comes after months of negotiation and will preserve essential transportation services for residents while city leaders continue to collaborate on ways to enhance system efficiencies.

          Harrisburg adopts FY 2027 budget with no property tax increase

          Harrisburg adopts FY 2027 budget with no property tax increase

          For the fifth consecutive year, the Harrisburg Town Council unanimously approved the town's annual budget without raising the property tax rate, adopting the Fiscal Year 2027 Manager's Recommended Budget this week.

          Cabarrus commissioners adopt $560.9 million budget, keep property tax rate unchanged

          Cabarrus commissioners adopt $560.9 million budget, keep property tax rate unchanged

          The budget, adopted unanimously on Monday, June 15, takes effect July 1 and includes a General Fund budget of $413.6 million. 

          Cabarrus commissioners select John Eller as next county manager

          Cabarrus commissioners select John Eller as next county manager

          Cabarrus County has named veteran local government administrator John Eller as its next county manager following a nationwide search that drew nearly 100 applicants.

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