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Durham sheriff's office seeks animal cruelty suspect
Durham County Sheriff's Office Animal Services investigators are seeking to identify a person of interest in a suspected case of animal cruelty.

Trump says oil prices that spiked because of Iran war likely won't come down until after midterms
President Donald Trump says oil prices that spiked because of the Iran war likely won't come down until after the U.S. midterm elections.

Panthers owner David Tepper still believes Bryce Young can bring multiple Super Bowls to Carolina
Panthers owner David Tepper remains confident in quarterback Bryce Young's potential to bring Super Bowl titles to Carolina.

THE CLOSING BELL: Stocks fall on Wall Street as oil prices jump back above $100 a barrel after Iran war escalates
Stocks fell on Wall Street as the price of crude oil topped $100 a barrel again. The S&P 500 lost 0.5% Wednesday.

Mistrust of US government information is rising across major issues, a new poll shows
A new AP-NORC/USA Facts poll finds that Americans are more skeptical of government information than they were a few years ago, with majorities now saying they have little or n...
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Former officer faces child sex charges
The North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) has arrested former Aberdeen Police Lieutenant Leigh Ann Brooks.

Former NFL star Edgerrin James says son Jizzle has a substance abuse issue; asks for love, support
Former NFL running back Edgerrin James has expressed concern for his son Jizzle, who is dealing with a substance abuse issue.

Republicans gather in Dallas for two-day midterm convention
Republicans are gathering in Dallas for a unique midterm convention that's being described as a "Trump-a-Palooza."
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These buttery, cinnamon-sugar apple dumplings bake into a gooey dessert that's perfect for a September evening. Ingredients 2 large Granny Smith apples 1 can (8 oz) refrigerat...
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A Taste of Summer: Growing Blackberries in North Carolina
RALEIGH, N.C. (WPTF) - Summer reminds me of one of the premier desserts in North Carolina. When I was a youngster growing up in Nash County, one of the many thrills was diggin...








