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January 31, 2024

Lawyer closes funding gap in NC governor race, but Robinson still favorite for GOP nomination

Republican Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson of North Carolina remains the frontrunner for his party's gubernatorial nomination, though a largely self-funded opponent is closing the monetary gap.

January 31, 2024

4 shot in 'broad daylight' near downtown Louisville

One person was killed and three were critically injured Wednesday following a shooting in downtown Louisville. Police have not released any information on potential suspects.

January 31, 2024

Diamond ring that was accidentally thrown away is found by recycling plant employees: 'Struck gold'

A woman in South Carolina accidentally threw her wedding band into her city's recycling plant on Sunday. Eagle-eyed workers were able to find it on Monday.

January 31, 2024

Florida DMV won't allow trans people to change their gender on driver's licenses

A Florida DMV policy change that will no longer allow transgender people to change their identities on driver's licenses is drawing criticism from Democrats.

January 31, 2024

Virginia capital suspends early voting after heating failure smokes out elections office

Richmond, Virginia, suspended early voting Wednesday after a heating system failure released smoke and fumes into the city's Office of Elections.

January 31, 2024

Tennessee police kill driver who opened fire on them

Police in Springfield, Tennessee, fatally shot a motorist who opened fire on them while responding to a traffic crash report late Tuesday.

January 31, 2024

Plans for massive homeless village in Jackson, Mississippi panics residents: ‘Don’t let it go through’

A plan to create 60 tiny homes for the homeless population in Jackson, Mississippi is facing backlash from residents who worry the move could exacerbate crime.

January 31, 2024

‘Bonnie and Clyde wannabes' in South Carolina busted with chickens inside spray-painted car after chase

Joshua Harvey and Rosie Smith were arrested in Laurens County, South Carolina, after driving erratically and leading deputies on a chase, authorities said.

January 31, 2024

Haley targets Biden and Trump in 'Grumpy Old Men' spoof

Nikki Haley targets President Biden and former President Trump over their ages in a "Grumpy Old Men" series as she faces an uphill climb in the Republican primary battle.

January 31, 2024

Georgia bill to facilitate return of marshlands to private citizens advances

The GA House Judiciary Committee approved a bill making it easier to prove private ownership of marshlands granted to Georgia settlers centuries ago.