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Nation & World

Trump may need to allow Chinese minerals as US industry struggles to meet 2027 deadline

Trump may need to allow Chinese minerals as US industry struggles to meet 2027 deadline

  • Ernest Scheyder and Jarrett Renshaw Reuters

The Trump administration wants federal contractors off Chinese critical minerals by Jan. 1, but industry leaders say U.S. production isn't ready.

US military bases delay cleanup of toxic ‘forever chemicals’

US military bases delay cleanup of toxic ‘forever chemicals’

  • Austin Fast USA Today

It's been almost five years since Brandi and Brad Hyatt found out the well at their home next to an Army base in Washington is contaminated with "forever chemicals."

Police release copies of Nancy Guthrie ransom notes

Police release copies of Nancy Guthrie ransom notes

  • Arizona Daily Star

The Pima County Sheriff’s Department on Friday released copies of two ransom notes in the Nancy Guthrie disappearance case.

US says contractor caused Reflecting Pool damage

US says contractor caused Reflecting Pool damage

  • REUTERS

The Justice Department moved to drop its case against former U.S. Olympian David “Davey” Hearn, who was accused of vandalizing the landmark, a court filing showed.

Experts say Trump’s Haitian immigrant crackdown could hurt the economy

Experts say Trump’s Haitian immigrant crackdown could hurt the economy

  • Jessica Guynn USA Today

For years, employers from Florida to Ohio have relied on immigrants taking part in a humanitarian program to staff hard-to-fill job openings for construction workers and home health aides. 

Chinese military researchers tap US AI models to train defense systems

Chinese military researchers tap US AI models to train defense systems

  • Eduardo Baptista Reuters

Chinese military researchers used outputs from U.S. AI models from OpenAI and Anthropic to train domestic AI systems, according to a Reuters review.

Producer sues Netflix for $105 million over missing movie

Producer sues Netflix for $105 million over missing movie

  • Lisa Richwine Reuters

"Someone stole a good amount of drives from our desks," Netflix told plaintiffs, the lawsuit says; one contained the Nicolas Cage film "Fortitude.”

Donald Trump trying to 'change the narrative away from the Iran war' ahead of midterms

Donald Trump trying to 'change the narrative away from the Iran war' ahead of midterms

    US President Donald Trump held a cabinet meeting at the Camp David retreat where he addressed a wide range of subjects, from Iran to the midterm elections. He also blamed the Spanish government for the mass migrant arrivals in Spain's Ceuta enclave, calling it an invasion. FRANCE 24's Fraser…

    Anthropic: Claude AI hacked 3 companies during cyber tests

    Anthropic: Claude AI hacked 3 companies during cyber tests

      Anthropic said a misconfiguration allowed Claude models to reach the internet from testing environments that were supposed to be isolated.

      Cyber defense agency says hackers targeting US water systems

      Cyber defense agency says hackers targeting US water systems

        The FBI said water and wastewater utility companies in at least seven states reported incidents, and some of that activity "degraded water operations."

        Trump administration map of Africa mislabels every country

        Trump administration map of Africa mislabels every country

          A Reuters analysis found the image of the map included in the presentation contained an artificial intelligence watermark that signals it was made with OpenAI tools. The company did not respond to a request for comment.

          DOJ charged hundreds with assaulting officers. Many cases were dropped, but the damage was done

          DOJ charged hundreds with assaulting officers. Many cases were dropped, but the damage was done

            The Trump administration has aggressively pursued protestors accused of assaulting or impeding law enforcement, but prosecutors are dropping the cases at rates far higher than usual.

            U.S.-Iran war widens as Egypt targeted for the first time

            U.S.-Iran war widens as Egypt targeted for the first time

              Erin Burnett reports on suspected Iranian drone striking an Egyptian port, setting two ships on fire; no one has claimed responsibility for the attack yet.

              Can China restrain Iran? Gulf states test Beijing's influence

              Can China restrain Iran? Gulf states test Beijing's influence

                As the Iran war escalates again, Gulf Arab states are looking to China — not Washington.

                Local News

                Cabarrus County neighbors: Obituaries for August 1

                Cabarrus County neighbors: Obituaries for August 1

                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. 

                Cabarrus County reminds drone operators of 'no-fly' zones downtown

                Cabarrus County reminds drone operators of 'no-fly' zones downtown

                Cabarrus County is reminding residents and drone operators that parts of downtown Concord are designated "No Drone Zones" under North Carolina law.

                Cabarrus County neighbors: Obituaries for July 31

                Cabarrus County neighbors: Obituaries for July 31

                Read through the obituaries published today in Independent Tribune.

                State & Regional

                Williamson Street memorial site holds strong on day 3

                Williamson Street memorial site holds strong on day 3

                The memorial for Corey Ruiz has been in place on Williamson Street since Wednesday, when Ruiz was shot dead by police there. It was still holding strong Saturday, with no sign of police or other means of removal. Protesters said they plan on staying as long as they can.

                Kadin Hoger grilling at the encampment on Williamson and South Baldwin streets

                Kadin Hoger grilling at the encampment on Williamson and South Baldwin streets

                Kadin Hoger was grilling at the encampment on Williamson and South Baldwin streets from 2 p.m. Friday until 2 a.m. Saturday.

                People gather at the site where Corey Ruiz was fatally shot by a police officer

                People gather at the site where Corey Ruiz was fatally shot by a police officer

                People gather at Williamson and South Baldwin Streets where Corey Ruiz was fatally shot by a police officer on Wednesday afternoon in Madison.

                Town Creek Indian Mound visitor center to close for renovation

                Town Creek Indian Mound visitor center to close for renovation

                Town Creek Indian Mound Visitors Center will close for a major renovation project. The grounds will remain open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday.

                Nation & World

                Trump may need to allow Chinese minerals as US industry struggles to meet 2027 deadline

                Trump may need to allow Chinese minerals as US industry struggles to meet 2027 deadline

                The Trump administration wants federal contractors off Chinese critical minerals by Jan. 1, but industry leaders say U.S. production isn't ready.

                US military bases delay cleanup of toxic ‘forever chemicals’

                US military bases delay cleanup of toxic ‘forever chemicals’

                It's been almost five years since Brandi and Brad Hyatt found out the well at their home next to an Army base in Washington is contaminated with "forever chemicals."

                Police release copies of Nancy Guthrie ransom notes

                Police release copies of Nancy Guthrie ransom notes

                The Pima County Sheriff’s Department on Friday released copies of two ransom notes in the Nancy Guthrie disappearance case.

                US says contractor caused Reflecting Pool damage

                US says contractor caused Reflecting Pool damage

                The Justice Department moved to drop its case against former U.S. Olympian David “Davey” Hearn, who was accused of vandalizing the landmark, a court filing showed.

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                Cabarrus County neighbors: Obituaries for August 1

                Cabarrus County neighbors: Obituaries for August 1

                Friday Five: New restaurants, National Night Out and bestseller coming

                Friday Five: New restaurants, National Night Out and bestseller coming

                Concord seeks artists for traffic signal box art project

                Concord seeks artists for traffic signal box art project

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                Your utility bill is telling you something: what rising costs reveal about your HVAC system

                Your utility bill is telling you something: what rising costs reveal about your HVAC system

                Affiliate content. Learn what to do about rising energy costs from your HVAC system. 

                What Your Home's Age Reveals About the HVAC Problems Coming Your Way

                What Your Home's Age Reveals About the HVAC Problems Coming Your Way

                Affiliate content. Learn the most common HVAC problems based on the age of your home.

                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. 

                Crime

                Williamson Street memorial site holds strong on day 3

                Williamson Street memorial site holds strong on day 3

                The memorial for Corey Ruiz has been in place on Williamson Street since Wednesday, when Ruiz was shot dead by police there. It was still holding strong Saturday, with no sign of police or other means of removal. Protesters said they plan on staying as long as they can.

                Kadin Hoger grilling at the encampment on Williamson and South Baldwin streets

                Kadin Hoger grilling at the encampment on Williamson and South Baldwin streets

                Kadin Hoger was grilling at the encampment on Williamson and South Baldwin streets from 2 p.m. Friday until 2 a.m. Saturday.

                People gather at the site where Corey Ruiz was fatally shot by a police officer

                People gather at the site where Corey Ruiz was fatally shot by a police officer

                People gather at Williamson and South Baldwin Streets where Corey Ruiz was fatally shot by a police officer on Wednesday afternoon in Madison.

                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.

                Politics

                New White House Rose Garden statue created by Trump sculptor

                New White House Rose Garden statue created by Trump sculptor

                Trump’s remaking of the Rose Garden continues with sculptures lining one side of the paved-over garden, facing the Oval Office.

                Free Charlotte speedway passes for NC leaders went undisclosed. That’s going to change

                Free Charlotte speedway passes for NC leaders went undisclosed. That’s going to change

                The Charlotte Motor Speedway has had little difficulty winning favorable legislation from state lawmakers over the years — without the need of a lobbyist. Last year, lawmakers passed a law shielding the Concord speedway and other racetracks from noise and other nuisance complaints. In 2023, lawmakers gave it and other major sports venues in the state the right to set up sports betting hubs ...

                Is it legal to ride in a truck bed in NC? Road laws to know this summer

                Is it legal to ride in a truck bed in NC? Road laws to know this summer

                There are a handful of unusual legal questions that tend to come up yearly during the summer months in North Carolina.

                NC budget deal: Raises for teachers, no money for Raleigh baseball stadium

                NC budget deal: Raises for teachers, no money for Raleigh baseball stadium

                "It would be the largest teacher pay raise since at least 2006," Hall said during the May 12 presentation.

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