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Six of the victims were identified as Asian-American women. It was the latest act of violence against people of Asian descent in this country since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, sparking a national conversation to stop the hate crimes. 

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“We are excited to offer legal sports betting at The Book, and just in time for March Madness,” Richard Sneed, Principal Chief of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, said. “We would like to thank our partners at William Hill and Harrah’s Cherokee Casinos, as well as members of the state, for making this opening possible.”

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Terry Lee Barham, 64, was arrested Tuesday afternoon and charged with three counts of terrorism, and other charges. Brevard Police said Barham was linked to the devices through the investigative efforts of their department along with the Transylvania County Sheriff's Office, the FBI and the ATF.

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Officials say Johnny Harris, 45, admitted to entering the Capitol building with a megaphone and flag during a discussion with federal agents on Jan. 19. He also stated that he recorded videos of his actions with two devices, a GoPro and his cell phone. A special agent interviewed two witnesses who identified Harris.

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The Storm Prediction Center in Norman, Okla. issued the highest risk level for severe weather in Mississippi and Alabama for Wednesday, and a level 4 out of 5 risk for portions of Georgia and the Carolinas for Thursday. This is the highest confidence in severe weather from the government agency in the past 2 years

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“These appointees have years of legal experience and knowledge they will use in their public service,” said Gov. Cooper. “I am grateful for their willingness to step up for our state.” Thomas Wilson will serve as a Superior Court Judge in Judicial District 3B, and Tim R. Watson will serve as a DA in District 23.

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“Working together with the Jackson County Tourism Development Authority to help bring some of these wedding dreams back to life is the least we can do to show our love and support to those sacrificing so much. We know that love prevails, and this is our way of showing that,” said Craig Smith, President and General Manager of Bear Lake Reserve and Castle Ladyhawke.

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Students at Waxhaw Elementary School were asked to write tweets from the perspectives of various Civil War figures and display the ones they were most proud of on a school billboard, according to a report from WCNC. A photo displayed like a billboard was posted on the school's Facebook page, featuring hashtags like "#SlaveryForLife and #SlaveryForever from made-up accounts called "Don't Stop Slavery" and "Confederate4life"

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Halifax County deputies filed multiple charges against Ronnie Sanderson, 31, of Scotland Neck, NC, including felony statutory rape and felony statutory sexual offense, according to news reports. The victim was said to be between the age of 13 and 17.    

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“While I will ask legislators to revisit some areas of this legislation, including changes necessary to quickly deliver rental assistance, these funds will bring needed relief for people who are struggling, schools and small businesses as we strive to emerge from this pandemic,” Cooper said.