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Crime-courts

Five killed in Michigan, suspect found dead, police say

Five killed in Michigan, suspect found dead, police say

  • REUTERS

NEW YORK — A man suspected of shooting and killing five people in northern Michigan on Friday was found dead after a search, Michigan State Police said in a statement on social media.

Defense argues against death penalty in Charlie Kirk case

Defense argues against death penalty in Charlie Kirk case

  • Andrew Hay Reuters

They argue the Utah man accused of the murder hit his "intended target" and did not endanger anyone else.

Trump sued over service that offers paid early access to posts

Trump sued over service that offers paid early access to posts

  • Jonathan Stempel Reuters

Trump Media & Technology Group charges up to $100,000 a month for early access to 10 high-profile social media accounts, including Trump's own.

Sources: White House sought new Reflecting Pool charges

Sources: White House sought new Reflecting Pool charges

  • Andrew Goudsward Reuters

They said the White House asked the Justice Department to explore new charges after a prosecutor angered President Trump by moving to dismiss cases.

Trump Aide Shares Photo With Jeanine Pirro After Claims President Was Furious Over Reflecting Pool Incident

Trump Aide Shares Photo With Jeanine Pirro After Claims President Was Furious Over Reflecting Pool Incident

  • OK Magazine - Vertical

White House Protocol Chief Monica Crowley posted an Instagram “SQUAD” photo featuring U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro amid intensifying speculation about Pirro’s standing. The post arrived as the Trump administration faced friction over the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool case. A Justice Depart…

Trump admits 'contractor error' on Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool

Trump admits 'contractor error' on Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool

  • Mike Stunson USA Today Network

For the first time, Trump admitted there was a construction error on the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, which is seeing another round of costly renovations.

Trump admits reflecting pool construction error

Trump admits reflecting pool construction error

  • USA Today - News

Trump says contractors rushed the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, causing an error; cameras to be added.

Senate Republicans confirm Todd Blanche as attorney general

Senate Republicans confirm Todd Blanche as attorney general

    The narrow vote came after bipartisan concerns over Blanche's lack of independence from the White House nearly derailed the nomination.

    Panel votes to hold Fauci in contempt

    Panel votes to hold Fauci in contempt

      WASHINGTON — Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky., said Thursday he will ask the Justice Department to prosecute Dr. Anthony Fauci for refusing to answer questions about the COVID-19 pandemic after a Senate committee voted to hold the former top infectious disease official in contempt of Congress.

      Reflecting Pool prosecutor said government wasn't 'forthcoming'

      Reflecting Pool prosecutor said government wasn't 'forthcoming'

        A DOJ prosecutor said his office wouldn’t have indicted a former Olympian for vandalizing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool if the Department of the Interior had shared all information upfront.

        Armed man arrested at golf course days before Trump visit

        Armed man arrested at golf course days before Trump visit

          Federal agents said they observed the man taking photographs and appearing to monitor security-planning activities at the Trump National Golf Club.

          Poll: Most say Trump isn't paying attention to their problems

          Poll: Most say Trump isn't paying attention to their problems

            Ahead of November’s midterms, the poll found 71% of Americans said he has not gone far enough in trying to lower the price of everyday goods.

            Americans' opinions about Supreme Court hit record low, Gallup poll shows

            Americans' opinions about Supreme Court hit record low, Gallup poll shows

              Just one in three Americans approve of how Supreme Court justices are doing their job, according to a new Gallup poll that shows Republicans are particularly dissatisfied with the court.

              US drops charges against Olympian for damage to Reflecting Pool

              US drops charges against Olympian for damage to Reflecting Pool

                The US Department of Justice has moved to dismiss its case against Olympian David Hearn over damage to the Reflecting Pool in Washington DC.

                Local News

                Cabarrus County neighbors: Obituaries for August 15

                Cabarrus County neighbors: Obituaries for August 15

                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. 

                Novant gains permission to open Lincoln hospital; Atrium, Novant gain Cabarrus beds

                Novant gains permission to open Lincoln hospital; Atrium, Novant gain Cabarrus beds

                “Cabarrus County is one of the top counties for population growth in the state, so the agency sees a benefit in adding a hospital in the county," said David Meyer, president of Durham-based Keystone Planning Group.

                Cabarrus County neighbors: Obituaries for August 14

                Cabarrus County neighbors: Obituaries for August 14

                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

                Outbreaks show limits of US ability to safeguard produce from Mexico 

                Outbreaks show limits of US ability to safeguard produce from Mexico 

                FDA employment fell by 22% this year compared to 2024, according to agency data, in part due to workforce cuts under President Donald Trump.

                Lenders scrutinize US data center financing as community opposition builds

                Lenders scrutinize US data center financing as community opposition builds

                The race to finance the U.S. data center boom is forcing banks and asset managers to confront an added risk: political and community opposition.

                Five killed in Michigan, suspect found dead, police say

                Five killed in Michigan, suspect found dead, police say

                NEW YORK — A man suspected of shooting and killing five people in northern Michigan on Friday was found dead after a search, Michigan State Police said in a statement on social media.

                In record wildfire season, firefighter entrapments hit 20-year high

                In record wildfire season, firefighter entrapments hit 20-year high

                Seven active and retired firefighters cited concerns over a Trump administration policy and the effects of U.S. Forest Service staffing cuts.

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                Kannapolis officer shoots armed carjacking suspect

                Kannapolis officer shoots armed carjacking suspect

                Novant gains permission to open Lincoln hospital; Atrium, Novant gain Cabarrus beds

                Novant gains permission to open Lincoln hospital; Atrium, Novant gain Cabarrus beds

                Cabarrus County neighbors: Obituaries for August 15

                Cabarrus County neighbors: Obituaries for August 15

                Shopping

                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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