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[caption id="" align="alignnone" width="1536"] Energy Saver NC is now available to applicants in all 100 counties, Gov. Josh Stein announced on Feb. 10, 2026. (Photo: Christine Zhu/NC Newsline)[/caption] NC Newsline - Energy and utility costs are a major concern for North Carolinians, with more than half saying they're unaffordable. But the state is making strides towards energy efficiency and lowering costs for residents, Gov. Josh Stein said on Tuesday. Energy

[caption id="attachment_16065" align="alignnone" width="912"] Speaking to the media after the game, Walker said the Super Bowl was the first time his father had been to a NFL game because he's uncomfortable in crowds.[/caption] SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) - Kenneth Walker III is running into free agency with a Super Bowl MVP. Walker capped a prolific postseason with another big performance on the ground to help the Seattle Seahawks beat the

Nationwide - In her children's book, Little Miss Linda Speaks Out About Diversity, Dr. Linda J.M. Holloway speaks to the issue of colorism and the impact it can have on a child. Colorism is when someone is discriminated against based on the color of their skin within their own race. For example, in the Black community, it is often the light-skinned complexion competing against the darker-skinned complexion. The lighter-skinned complexion

New York (AP) - To better understand some of the significance of Bad Bunny's historic Super Bowl halftime performance on Sunday night, start at the end. "God Bless America," were the first and few English-language words uttered by the Spanish-language performer, who then proceeded to list countries in the Americas, including the United States and Canada. Behind him, a screen read: "The only thing more powerful than hate is love,"

THE GUARDIAN - Many TikTok users across the US say they're rethinking their relationship with the platform since its ownership and terms and conditions have recently changed, with some citing censorship and lack of trust as reasons why they're removing themselves from the app. Keara Sullivan, a 26-year-old comedian, says TikTok jumpstarted her career and provided a pathway to getting a manager and a literary agent. "I'm not one of

WASHINGTON - The White House on Friday pulled down a social media post depicting former President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama as monkeys after members of Congress from both political parties expressed dismay and called it racist. A White House spokesperson told States Newsroom around noon that a "staffer erroneously made the post" that was shared on President Donald Trump's social media platform late Thursday night. But White

[caption id="attachment_16005" align="alignnone" width="1241"] The Ackland Art Museum's new exhibit "Bill Bamberger: Boys Will Be Men" in Chapel Hill, N.C., on Jan. 29, 2026.[/caption] WUNC NEWS - A new exhibit at UNC-Chapel Hill's Ackland Art Museum is something of a homecoming for documentary photographer Bill Bamberger. The UNC alumnus and Duke University professor spent the past two academic years photographing and working with more than 250 students at Durham School

THE CONVERSATION - On Jan. 28, 2026, Bruce Springsteen released "Streets of Minneapolis," a hard-hitting protest against the immigration enforcement surge in the city, including the killings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti. The song is all over social media, and the official video has already been streamed more than 5 million times. It's hard to remember a time when a major artist has released a song in the midst

The men's game followed with a higher-scoring affair, as Shaw pulled away for an 87-75 win behind energy, depth, and sustained offensive pressure. From the opening half, the Bears attacked the basket and controlled the boards, setting the tone for the rest of the contest. Isaiah Buckley was effective attacking the defense, finishing plays inside and drawing contact, while Justin Harris helped anchor Shaw's intensity with physical play and effort

Shaw's women leaned on poise, pressure defense, and timely scoring to secure a 66-58 victory over Livingstone. The Bears controlled the tempo down the stretch, answering every Livingstone push with composed offensive execution. Guard Ashara Spruill set the tone in the second half, repeatedly attacking the lane and battling through contact. Her aggressive drives forced defensive rotations and opened space for teammates, while her hustle on loose balls underscored Shaw's