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The ‘Black Church’ responds to acquittal of store owner in shooting death of Black teen

[caption id="" align="alignnone" width="880"] The mother of 14-year-old Cyrus Carmike-Belton stands with her attorney Todd Rutherford, National Action Network, NAACP and Richland County pastors opposed to the not guilty verdict.[/caption] South Carolina Public Radio | By Rochelle Dean National and local civil rights activists and preachers speak out on the not guilty verdict for Rick Chow. The Richland County store owner was acquitted Monday in the 2023 shooting death of a

A Legacy of Leadership: Celebrating Stephfon Walton’s Historic IBM Career

By Jheri Hardaway Staff Writer Cary, NC - An inspiring chapter of an impactful story has closed in Research Triangle Park. Stephfon Walton formally retired from IBM after an extraordinary journey spanning over 41 years. For more than four decades, Stephfon has been a foundational pillar of our local tech landscape, anchoring massive global operations and mentoring countless professionals along the way. His story is the definition of a dream

Preserving Nina Simone’s Legacy For Future Generations

By Judaea Ingram Special to the Carolinian More than two decades after her passing, Nina Simone remains one of the most influential artists in American history. Known for her powerful voice, exceptional musical talent, and unwavering commitment to social justice, Simone's impact continues to be felt across generations. While audiences around the world recognize her as a legendary singer, songwriter, and civil rights activist, many North Carolinians take pride in

Durham Mother Sues Property Owner Over Son’s Death In Laundry Room

NC NEWSLINE - The mother of a Durham man who died of heart failure after he became trapped in the laundry room of her downtown apartment building has sued the property owner and management firm. Debra Davies seeks compensatory damages for the estate of Jason Pulliam, who was 39 at the time of his death. Davies also asked the court to award her damages for the "infliction of emotional distress"

Dr. Chatgpt Is Getting Remarkably Good At Diagnosing Health Problems, But Actual Doctors Are Still Better At Treatment Options

THE CONVERSATION - A father is worried about his toddler, who has been running a fever for two days and pulling at one ear. A 65-year-old woman has been getting winded on her morning walks and feeling more fatigued than usual. Both reach for their phones and type their symptoms into an AI chatbot. "Your child likely has an ear infection," the father learns. "Your symptoms could indicate a cardiac

100 Black Men of Triangle East Hosts Annual Dayla Fundraiser For Youth Programs

By Jordan Meadows Staff Writer An elegant afternoon gathering in Northeast Raleigh carried a deeper purpose beneath the music, networking, and celebration. The 2026 Dayla, hosted by 100 Black Men of Triangle East on Saturday at Hibiscus Event Venue, brought together community leaders, families, alumni, and supporters to invest in the future of Black youth across Wake and Durham counties. The Dayla has served as the organization's signature fundraising event

What To Know About The New World Screwworm Fly & Its US Reappearance in the US

AP NEWS - The New World screwworm fly is threatening the $113 billion U.S. cattle industry for the first time in more than half a century, as officials race to eradicate a deadly flesh-eating parasite not seen in Texas since 1966. The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced two new cases Monday, including the first outside Texas in a dog from just across the state line in Lea County, New Mexico.

Nourished By The Movement Makes Waves

By Jheri Hardaway Staff Writer Durham, NC - On Friday night in downtown Durham, the North Carolina Black Alliance cultivated an atmosphere of fullness, wellness, and excellence at the Lincoln on Greer. With a tasty VIP dinner featuring area staples like Dame's Chicken and Waffles, Corner Boys BBQ, Full Street Catering, and many more, we knew we were in for a treat. This immersive experience coincides with the 25-year celebration

NC Prisons See Uptick In Applicants With Launch Of Pilot Hiring Program

By Jordan Meadows Staff Writer Inside North Carolina's prisons, the most immediate crisis is the growing absence of the people tasked with keeping facilities safe. Severe staffing shortages have left many correctional institutions operating with barely half the officers they need-creating conditions where violence is harder to prevent, basic operations are strained, and both workers and incarcerated people face heightened risk. At a recent press conference, Gov. Josh Stein pointed

States face tight timeline as feds unveil new Medicaid work requirement rules

NC NEWSLINE - The federal government released new guidance this week on how states should roll out the Medicaid work requirements that will affect  healthcare coverage for millions of Americans. The new interim rule, issued by the federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, is intended to give states more details on how they're supposed to verify the work status for about 20 million adults enrolled in Medicaid, the publicly