North Carolina launches statewide crackdown on speeding drivers
By Taylor Ford for WCNC NORTH CAROLINA, USA — Law enforcement agencies across North Carolina will increase patrols and set up checkpoints this week as part of the “Speed a Little. Lose a Lot” campaign aimed at
President Trump considering seizing Iranian oil hub, issues warnings as tensions escalate

President Trump signaled he is considering a dramatic escalation in the conflict with Iran, including the possibility of taking control of the country’s key oil export hub, Kharg Island. In remarks to the Financial Times, Trump said,
Spain closes airspace to U.S. planes involved in Iran conflict

Spain has tightened its stance against U.S. and Israeli military actions in Iran by shutting its airspace to U.S. aircrafts involved in the conflict, expanding on an earlier decision to deny access to jointly operated bases. Defense
Rams considering veteran backup QB options including Jimmy Garoppolo and Kirk Cousins

The Los Angeles Rams are exploring experienced options to strengthen their quarterback depth behind Matthew Stafford, with Jimmy Garoppolo and Kirk Cousins emerging as leading candidates. Stafford, now 38, is coming off a standout MVP season in
Houston Rockets owner purchases WNBA’s Connecticut Sun in record deal

The Connecticut Sun are set for a major transition after reaching an agreement to be sold to Tilman Fertitta for a reported $300 million—marking the highest sale price in WNBA history. The deal, announced by the Mohegan
Brandi Carlile expands “The Human Tour” with new North American dates

Singer-songwriter Brandi Carlile is extending her “The Human Tour” with a newly announced fall leg across North America. The newly announced shows follow a successful first leg of “The Human Tour,” which included multiple nights at Madison
Winona Ryder to reunite with Jenna Ortega in Season 3 of “Wednesday”

Winona Ryder has signed on for a guest appearance in Season 3 of Netflix’s Wednesday. While details about her character are being kept secret, the casting sets up a reunion with director and executive producer Tim Burton
‘Emily in Paris’ renewed for Season 6 at Netflix

‘Emily in Paris’ has been renewed for a sixth season on Netflix. “Home sweet home,” the streaming service posted Monday. “Emily in Paris is returning for Season 6!” The series stars Lily Collins as Emily Cooper, a
Louder Than Life 2026 unveils massive lineup led by Iron Maiden, My Chemical Romance, Limp Bizkit and TOOL

Louder Than Life has revealed its full 2026 bill, confirming a stacked four-day event topped by Iron Maiden, My Chemical Romance, Limp Bizkit, and Tool. The 12th edition of the festival returns to the Kentucky Exposition Center
Noah Kahan shares the song “Porch Light” ahead of ‘The Great Divide’ album release

Noah Kahan has released a new single titled “Porch Light,” offering another glimpse into his upcoming fourth studio album, The Great Divide, set to arrive April 24th. Kahan wrote the song with Grammy-winning producer Aaron Dessner (known