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Spirit Airlines says it's going out of business after 34 years and is ending operations immediately, what's the impact at RDU, CLT ?
Spirit Airlines, an impish upstart that shook the industry with its irreverent ads and deep discount fares, announced Saturday that it has gone out of business after 34 years.
Burn ban lifted in most NC counties, here's what we know
Citing recent rainfall, a burn ban has now been lifted for a majority of North Carolina's 100 counties. But, state officials are continuing to monitor the rainfall deficits.
President Trump says he is reviewing a new Iranian proposal to end the war
President Donald Trump says he is reviewing a new Iranian proposal to end the war but expressed skepticism it would be acceptable. He mentioned this on Saturday before boardin...
Golden Tempo takes the Kentucky Derby as Cherie DeVaux becomes the 1st woman to train its winner
Golden Tempo has won the Kentucky Derby to make Cherie DeVaux the first woman to train the winner of the opening leg of the Triple Crown. DeVaux is just the second female trai...
A federal court blocked a widely used abortion pill from distribution by mail. Here's what to know
A federal appeals court has restricted access to one of the most common means of abortion in the U.S. by blocking the mailing of mifepristone. A panel of the New Orleans-based...
Lee County man faces more charges after chase
SANFORD, N.C. (WPTF) -- A Lee County man is now facing a litany of charges after leading police on a chase Friday (May 1) According to the Lee County Sheriff's Department face...
US warns shipping firms over paying Iran to transit the Strait of Hormuz
The United States is warning shipping companies about potential sanctions for paying Iran to pass through the Strait of Hormuz. The U.S. Office of Foreign Assets Control issue...
Congressman Edwards facing ethics probe
WASHINGTON, D.C. (NCN News) - A western North Carolina congressman is now the subject of an ethics investigation, according to multiple media reports. CNN, citing two sources ...
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Homemade Truffle Fries
These rich, flavorful truffle fries are a delicacy you can make right in your kitchen. Ingredients 3 large russet potatoes 2-3 tbsp truffle oil 2 tbsp olive oil ½ cup g...
Weekend Gardener
The beauty of the fringe tree in North Carolina landscapes
RALEIGH, N.C. (WPTF) - I can vividly recall the first time I ever laid eyes on a "Fringe Tree" (Chionanthus virginicus), also known as "Grandfather's Beard.&quo...
