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Fatal ICE involved shooting requires independent investigation in Texas
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- Fatal ICE involved shooting requires independent investigation in Texas
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- 29:01
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- 3 months ago
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- Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis is joined by Harris County District Attorney Sean Teare for a news conference on the independent investigation into the fatal shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo.
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- Former prosecutor calls Tyler Robinson hearing delay unusual, says evidence is strong
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- 4:38
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- The preliminary hearing for Tyler Robinson, the man accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk, has concluded, but the case is not yet moving to trial.
After a week of surveillance footage, DNA evidence, recorded witness statements, and testimony from investigators, the judge overseeing the case has asked prosecutors and defense attorneys to submit additional legal briefs before deciding whether there is sufficient probable cause to bind the case over for trial.
Speaking with The National News Desk, former federal prosecutor and former Acting ICE Director Jonathan Fahey said the delay is unusual given the purpose of a preliminary hearing.
"This is really bizarre because this is just a preliminary hearing determining whether there's probable cause to send this to trial," Fahey said.
According to Fahey, the evidence presented publicly during the hearing already appears substantial.
"So far, the evidence is absolutely overwhelming," he said....
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- SC Gov. McMaster holds press conference on late Senator Lindsey Graham
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- 12:05
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster holds a press conference on the life and sudden death of Senator Lindsey Graham and announces an appointment to fill the vacancy.
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- Bear vs. birdfeeder in Pisgah Forest. Submitted by Mary Anne Meskis.
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- 0:27
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- 3 months ago
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- Mary Anne Meskis submitted this video of a bear taking on a birdfeeder in Pisgah Forest.
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- News 13 Morning Minute for Monday, July 13, 2026
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- 1:15
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- We have the latest on the death of South Carolina Sen. Lindsey Graham, and we take a look at the return of The Big Crafty held over the weekend in Asheville. This is your News 13 Morning Minute for Monday, July 13, 2026.
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- President Trump on Sen. Graham's death
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- 0:51
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu appeared on NBC's Meet the Press on Sunday morning in honor of Sen. Lindsey Graham, who passed away early Sunday morning. Graham was scheduled to appear on the program, marking his 64th appearance on the show.
Trump phoned into the broadcast to speak with host Kristen Welker about his longtime ally and friend. He said Graham was a "tough one" to lose and reminisced about the short-lived political rivalry between them during Trump's first presidential campaign in 2019, calling him a "tough cookie."
"I got a message about 1:00 in the morning from one of the people at his office that he had passed away. I said, You guys, I just can't believe it," Trump said.
He explained that when Graham called him Saturday evening, he heard that Graham was tired after his travels to Ukraine, but was unaware of any sudden illnesses.
"Actually, on the call, he told me. Kristen, he said, Yo...
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- US Sen. Lindsey Graham of S.C. dies
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- 2:56
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Sen. Lindsey Graham has died at age 71 following a sudden illness, his office announced in a statement posted to the South Carolina Republican’s social media accounts.
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- Late Sen. Lindsey Graham remembered in hometown
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- 1:56
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Residents across Pickens County, S.C., spent Sunday, July 12, remembering one of their own following the death of U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham.
Graham died suddenly at age 71 on Saturday, July 11, according to Graham's office.
In the small town of Central, where Graham grew up, neighbors reacted to the news.
"Shock has been the primary thing," said resident Luke Moscato. "He's been a staple of the area. Everyone knows who he is, regardless of whether you agree with him politically or not."
Graham maintained close ties to his hometown throughout his political career, returning often.
Central resident Terri Hughes remembered him as someone proud of where he came from.
"Super nice, super nice guy, loved being from this area, a good family person, just a real nice guy," Hughes said.
Her husband, Mike Hughes, recalled one of Graham's visits during a Pendleton parade.
"The last time I saw h...
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- US Sen. Lindsey Graham dies
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- 2:05
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Sen. Lindsey Graham has died at age 71 following a sudden illness, his office announced in a statement posted to the South Carolina Republican’s social media accounts.
“Sen. Lindsey Graham passed away today at the age of 71 due to a sudden illness,” the statement said.
An emergency response call to his address claimed personnel responded to a "cardiac arrest," according to CNN.
Graham, who represented South Carolina in the U.S. Senate since 2003, was a prominent figure in national politics and served for decades in public office.
He served as chairman of the Senate Budget committee and previously led the Senate Judiciary Committee.
South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster shared a statement online.
President Donald Trump also issued a statement overnight on Truth Social, mourning Graham’s death and offering condolences.
Additional details about his death and funeral arrangements were...
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- Over $3M in FEMA funds missing: western NC town
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- 1:57
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Months after the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) said it had released close to $1 million in funding for Helene recovery projects in Waynesville, town leaders say they are still missing over $3 million in funding.
The Town of Waynesville says that since March, only two projects have been approved, one being the Water Treatment Plant Watershed, amounting to $83,750, and the other being the Bioretention Area, amounting to $24,577.
"We've had a little over 100,000 dollars approved since March, and that's just pennies in the bucket on 3.5 to 3.6 that's still outstanding," said Ian Barrett, finance director for the Town of Waynesville.
The town still needs funding for nine projects. A few of the projects' estimated costs include the following:
Public Works Slope, which is estimated to cost $450,000
Wildcat subdivision, which is estimated to cost $500,000
Dog Park, which is estimated to cost $349,000, with FEMA estimating th...
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- Mushroom farm grows from personal experience
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- 2:04
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Patrick Mooney, the owner of Mooney's Mushrooms, got into planting mushrooms for personal reasons.
"I got into it initially because I got in an accident where I ruptured my median nerve, and I found out that Lion's Mane has good benefits when it comes to nerve health," he said.
Mooney started out with Lion's Mane but went on to other varieties of mushrooms, such as Oyster and Cordyceps. He learned the necessary growing techniques primarily from the internet and books. He said it was a daunting task since recreating the proper environment for a mushroom to grow can be very complicated.
First, a solution containing the mushroom spore is injected into grain and allowed to grow. This is then distributed to bags of wood chips. It is especially important that these bags are first completely sterilized in a large steamer=-09 l
"To prepare it for growth, mycelium (mushrooms) as well as bacteria and contamination love the same nutrients. So, t...
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- Senate investigates what health officials knew about COVID 19 vaccine side effects
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- 3:22
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- A Senate review led by Sen. Ron Johnson is examining how federal officials handled reports of possible COVID-19 vaccine side effects, including whether safety signals identified through the nation's vaccine reporting system were adequately disclosed to the public.
Questions surrounding the federal government's monitoring of COVID-19 vaccine safety have resurfaced as a Senate review led by Sen. Ron Johnson scrutinizes the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS) and how reports of potential side effects were handled during the pandemic.
The review is examining the role of VAERS—a national vaccine safety monitoring system jointly managed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Food and Drug Administration—and whether federal health officials responded appropriately to reports submitted during the COVID-19 vaccine rollout.
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- Bear scratches its back on a tree
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- 0:29
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Bear necessities: a good back scratch.
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- Two terrorized during Asheville crime spree: police
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- 2:32
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- A man is facing multiple felony charges after Asheville police said he went on a violent crime spree that began with the robbery of a downtown clothing store, and escalated into the theft of a FedEx truck, and ended when officers surrounded a home and convinced him to surrender.
According to the Asheville Police Department, 60-year-old Harold Rogers Jr. walked into Vida by Vivian, a clothing boutique in downtown Asheville, around 5 p.m. Thursday, July 9.
Investigators said Rogers locked the store's front door, assaulted the employee, robbed the business, and tied the employee up before fleeing.
“There was an attempt to take cash, but ultimately all of it was abandoned, but he did get to make off with some jewelry,” APD Captain Joseph Silberman said.
Store owner Vivian Morgani later shared surveillance images from the robbery on Facebook, saying the entire incident was captured on the store's security cameras. She told News 13 she ...
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- Grandfather Mountain Highland Games mark 70th anniversary
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- 0:43
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- A long-running celebration of Scottish heritage is marking a major milestone in western North Carolina. Take a look at the sights and sound of the 70th Grandfather Mountain Highland Games. MORE: https://bit.ly/4vZjVSH
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- Trump's arch wins preliminary approval from federal planning commission
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- 2:14
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- On Thursday the National Capital Planning Commission (NCPC) gave preliminary approval to a controversial 250-foot arch that President Donald Trump wants to build near the GW Parkway and the Memorial Bridge.
By an 8-1 vote – with three members voting present – the commissioners gave preliminary approval to the site and building plans for the arch.
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Prior to the vote, a number of people expressed concerns to the NCPC about the proposed project, which the president is eager to begin building.
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- NC budget includes $7M for wildfire prevention
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- 2:04
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- North Carolina is investing $7 million to help reduce wildfire risk in western North Carolina, where officials say Helene left behind millions of downed trees and branches that are now creating dangerous fire conditions.
The funding is included in the newly signed North Carolina state budget and will go to the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.
According to the N.C. Forest Service, a division of the Department of Agriculture, the money will likely support programs "designed to help property owners address increased wildfire risk caused by Helene. Examples would be reducing fuel loads, removing debris to open areas of limited access for improved response, reforestation work, etc." North Carolina is investing $7 million to help reduce wildfire risk in western North Carolina, where officials say Helene left behind millions of downed trees and branches that are now creating dangerous fire conditions.
The funding is include...
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- Asheville crime spree
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- 1:37
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- A man is facing multiple felony charges after Asheville police said he went on a violent crime spree that began with the robbery of a downtown clothing store, and escalated into the theft of a FedEx truck, and ended when officers surrounded a home and convinced him to surrender.
According to the Asheville Police Department, 60-year-old Harold Rogers Jr. walked into Vida by Vivian, a clothing boutique in downtown Asheville, around 5 p.m. Thursday, July 9.
Investigators said Rogers locked the store's front door, assaulted the employee, robbed the business, and tied the employee up before fleeing.
“There was an attempt to take cash, but ultimately all of it was abandoned, but he did get to make off with some jewelry,” APD Captain Joseph Silberman said.
Store owner Vivian Morgani later shared surveillance images from the robbery on Facebook, saying the entire incident was captured on the store's security cameras. She told News 13 she ...
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- Parasitic infection causing diarrhea reaches NC
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- 2:36
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- More than 200 cases of cyclosporiasis have been reported across North Carolina as state health officials continue to monitor causes.
According to the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, the highest number of cases has been reported in Wake County. Western North Carolina has also seen confirmed cases, including one in Buncombe County, three in Henderson County, two in McDowell County and one in Rutherford County.
Cyclosporiasis is an intestinal illness caused by a parasite, according to the Center for Disease Control. Symptoms can include watery diarrhea (most common), loss of appetite, weight loss, cramping and nausea.
Dr. Jonathan Schwartzman, medical director at Pardee Urgent Care, says most cases improve after a few days, but some symptoms require medical attention.
"Low-grade fever, some abdominal cramping, then going into some more profuse diarrhea, which can be very watery and uncomfortable, loss of appetite,...
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- Why an ICE operation in Houston turned deadly
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- 59:41
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- An illegal immigrant shot and killed by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent during an operation in Houston was not the intended target, according to Rep. Sylvia Garcia, who said acting ICE Director David Venturella confirmed that to her.
Read more: https://thenationaldesk.com/news/americas-news-now/illegal-immigrant-lorenzo-salgado-araujo-killed-by-ice-immigration-and-customs-enforcement-agent-in-houston-texas-was-not-intended-target-lawmaker-says-democratic-rep-sylvia-garcia#
#ice #immigrants #lawenforcement #houston #texas
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- Migrant and his brother was not an intended target for ICE officers
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- 0:50
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- An illegal immigrant shot and killed by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent during an operation in Houston was not the intended target, according to Rep. Sylvia Garcia, who said acting ICE Director David Venturella confirmed that to her.
Read more: https://thenationaldesk.com/news/americas-news-now/illegal-immigrant-lorenzo-salgado-araujo-killed-by-ice-immigration-and-customs-enforcement-agent-in-houston-texas-was-not-intended-target-lawmaker-says-democratic-rep-sylvia-garcia#
#ice #immigrants #lawenforcement #houston #texas
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- If followed by a black unmarked SUV, I would be scared
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- 1:08
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- An illegal immigrant shot and killed by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent during an operation in Houston was not the intended target, according to Rep. Sylvia Garcia, who said acting ICE Director David Venturella confirmed that to her.
Read more: https://thenationaldesk.com/news/americas-news-now/illegal-immigrant-lorenzo-salgado-araujo-killed-by-ice-immigration-and-customs-enforcement-agent-in-houston-texas-was-not-intended-target-lawmaker-says-democratic-rep-sylvia-garcia#
#ice #immigrants #lawenforcement #houston #texas
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- Asheville shelter director reacts to encampment bill veto
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- 2:16
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- The executive director of an Asheville homeless shelter is weighing in on North Carolina Governor Josh Stein’s decision to veto a bill meant to regulate encampments.
Bill 437 would have given local governments the power to direct unhoused people to designated spaces while banning what it calls “unauthorized sleeping” in public spaces.
Western Carolina Rescue Ministries executive director Michael Woods said the bill fell short.
“It puts a strain on local governments, especially law enforcement,” Woods said. “We were going to create a tent city? I’ve been to those around the country. We don’t need a skid row here.”
While Woods sees Stein’s stopping the legislation as a bit of a win, he’s disappointed too. He said it's because the bill still showed that at least something was being done.
“Even if I may disagree with the methods that they’re doing, we don’t want people sleeping on the streets," Woo...
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- Explosive diarrhea is one symptom of a parasite outbreak in the U S
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- 5:09
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is investigating the source of a parasitic illness linked to an outbreak in 17 states that can cause severe, sometimes "explosive," diarrhea.
Read more: https://thenationaldesk.com/news/americas-news-now/a-gut-wrenching-mystery-cdc-hunts-source-of-explosive-diarrhea-outbreak
#parasite #outbreak #explosivediarrhea #healthalert
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- News 13 Morning Minute for Friday, July 10, 2026
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- 1:15
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- New this morning - Waynesville is still waiting on $3 million in FEMA funds, and a Helene disaster care program has been extended. This is your News 13 Morning Minute for Friday, July 10, 2026.
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- North Carolina state budget includes $7M to reduce wildfire risk from Helene debris
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- 0:27
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- North Carolina is investing $7 million to help reduce wildfire risk in western North Carolina, where officials say Helene left behind millions of downed trees and branches that are now creating dangerous fire conditions.
See what one contractor had to say about ongoing debris cleanup: https://wlos.com/news/local/wildfire-risk-budget-helene-north-carolina-state-budget-debris-western-wnc-fire-disaster-damage-storm-forest-community-safety-service-agriculture-services
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- UNC Health buys property for planned hospital
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- 3:08
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- 3 months ago
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- UNC Health says Westgate Shopping Center is the future home of its proposed new hospital in Asheville. After recently purchasing the property, questions remain about why the site was chosen and what the future holds for the businesses currently operating there.
For many businesses at Westgate Shopping Center, it is still business as usual.
But after UNC Health’s recent purchase of the shopping center, many owners say they are waiting to learn what comes next.
“I know that a lot of places out here still have leases for a while; it's probably going to be a few years, I imagine, but nobody knows anything for certain; we’re all still kind of up in the air on that,” Corey Tripp-Miller, with Parks Computers, said.
For now, many business owners say they are focused on serving customers while they wait for more information.
“I know that the long-term plan, it sounds like that there will be a hospital built in this area....
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- Drivers see overnight spikes in gas prices as Iran war flares back up
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- 6:54
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Combat between the United States and Iran resumed this week and the economic fallout has been immediate.
The national average gas price jumped by five cents overnight into Thursday to $3.84, according to AAA. Some states saw even sharper one-day increases: The average gas price in Florida jumped by 9 cents, in New Mexico by 12 cents and in Ohio by 17 cents.
"Everything is so volatile and gas prices are so unpredictable and reactive that they could continue going up," AAA spokesperson Aixa Diaz said. "The national average remains $3.84 right now. We were paying that a week ago. Now, when this all began on February 28, the national average was $2.98. So we've come a long way since then, but it's just too early to know how long this will last."
When crude oil prices rise, prices at the pump are quick to follow, but when oil drops, gas stations often take longer to adjust.
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- UNC Health buys property for planned hospital
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- 1:08
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- UNC Health says Westgate Shopping Center is the future home of its proposed new hospital in Asheville. After recently purchasing the property, questions remain about why the site was chosen and what the future holds for the businesses currently operating there.
For many businesses at Westgate Shopping Center, it is still business as usual.
But after UNC Health’s recent purchase of the shopping center, many owners say they are waiting to learn what comes next.
“I know that a lot of places out here still have leases for a while; it's probably going to be a few years, I imagine, but nobody knows anything for certain; we’re all still kind of up in the air on that,” Corey Tripp-Miller, with Parks Computers, said.
For now, many business owners say they are focused on serving customers while they wait for more information.
“I know that the long-term plan, it sounds like that there will be a hospital built in this area....
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- Former federal prosecutor explains strategy behind Charlie Kirk murder hearing
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- 5:02
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- The preliminary hearing for Tyler Robinson, the man accused of fatally shooting conservative activist Charlie Kirk, resumed Wednesday as prosecutors continued presenting evidence they say establishes probable cause for the case to proceed to trial.
The hearing follows an emotional first day in court that included surveillance video, witness testimony, and arguments over evidence involving Robinson's former roommate, Lance Twiggs.
Judge proceedings also addressed whether portions of Twiggs' recorded statement should remain sealed. The court ordered certain redactions after prosecutors argued the material included text messages, chat logs, and a handwritten note connected to the investigation. Members of the Kirk family had urged the court to release the statement in its entirety.
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- Historic Jarrett House in North Carolina reopens after years of renovations
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- 2:26
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- 3 months ago
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- After years of renovations, the historic Jarrett House in Dillsboro has finally reopened. The centuries-old hotel and restaurant took about five years to restore and preserve.
Owner Chris Ellsworth took News 13's Deanna Sipe on a tour, showing what’s new and what has been preserved from before the renovation.
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- Seven people charged after missing woman's remains found buried (Complete coverage)
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- 6:05
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- 3 months ago
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- Seven people in North Carolina face charges after the remains of a missing woman were found buried on a Rutherfordton property. #news #northcarolina
The Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office said Christina Sue Hamilton, Stevon Kristoff Wilkerson, Ronald David Gibson, Tiquah Dominique Carter, Alexis Nicole Morgan and Shadrick Deon Hines are all charged with accessory after the fact in the death of 30-year-old Jordan Wishon. Morgan, Gibson, Hines and Wilkerson were also charged with concealing a death.
Jaydakis Hamilton was previously charged with first-degree murder in the case.
Wishon’s remains were found buried on a property on Pebbleston Lane June 27, 2026, after the sheriff’s office received a missing persons report.
In an update shared Wednesday, July 8, the sheriff’s office said further investigation found several people allegedly helped Hamilton after Wishon’s death or otherwise helped conceal her death.
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- North Carolina bill would put THC cap on hemp edibles
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- 1:52
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Lawmakers in North Carolina are considering new regulations for consumable hemp products.
House Bill 328 would ban hemp-derived consumable products with a total THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) content of more than 0.4 milligrams per retail container. This bill would also ban the sale of any hemp consumables to anyone under 21.
Franny Tacy, the CEO of Franny's Farmacy, says this bill would put retailers who are specific to hemp products out of business.
"A 0.4 total THC cap per package is ludicrous. It would be essentially like saying you can no longer buy a beer, you have to buy that beer in a shot glass and buy 12. That's why I say prohibition by dosage," she said.
Tacy said they're already self-regulating, verifying that their customers are 21 or older. But with this legislation, they wouldn't be able to sell a single gummy in this package.
"We have built a nine-year legal hemp industry. Let us regulate that and thrive instead of c...
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- South Carolina sheriff provides update in missing 4-year-old
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- 13:59
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Aiken County Sheriff's Office provides an update on the investigation into the death of 4‑year‑old Javeayah Harris in Aiken County, South Carolina. Her parents face homicide by child abuse charges after investigators said they failed to seek care, concealed her death, and disposed of her body.
Authorities continue searching for her remains.
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- News 13 Morning Minute for Thursday, July 9, 2026
- Runtime
- 0:53
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- Lawmakers are considering a cap on THC levels in hemp edibles, and more funding is on the way, thanks to the Renew NC Helene grant program. This is your News 13 Morning Minute for Thursday, July 9, 2206.
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- Understanding Asheville police's future Real-Time Intelligence Center
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- 4:45
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- If you drive through Asheville or have a security camera outside your home or business, the Asheville Police Department's future Real-Time Intelligence Center could involve you.
The center is expected to bring cameras, license plate readers, body cameras, car cameras, drones and other technology into one system during active calls and investigations.
APD says the goal is to help officers see what is happening before they arrive. But the project has also raised questions about privacy, access and who verifies whether the system is being used properly.
The room where the center will be built does not look high-tech yet. The video wall is not up. The workstations are not filled. The space still looks more like the old communications area it used to be than the real-time technology hub police say it will become.
Still, APD expects the center to be fully operational by spring or summer 2027. The project is being funded through more than $1...
- Title
- Damaged Flock camera in WNC town sparks online debate over surveillance tech
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- 2:16
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- A damaged Flock Safety camera in Rutherfordton has reignited debate over the use of license plate reader technology, with thousands weighing in online after police shared a photo of the vandalized device.
The Rutherfordton Police Department posted an image of the damaged camera on social media, where the post quickly gained more than 20,000 comments. While some users condemned the vandalism, others praised the person responsible, with comments including "Not all heroes wear capes" and "Give them a medal."
Local law enforcement officials said there is too much misinformation online about the cameras.
"We're seeing a lot of misconceptions that these cameras collect more data than they actually do," said Capt. Ryan Bailey with the Rutherford County Sheriff's Office. "The camera itself is only capturing the vehicle traveling down the road."
Bailey said Flock cameras do not record video. Instead, they take still images of passing vehicles ...
- Title
- Mama bear and cubs climbing tree
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- 0:25
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- A mama bear and her three cubs are shown climbing a fence and a tree in a neighborhood of Asheville, North Carolina. Thanks to Nelson Brugh for sharing! #bears #nature #bear #wildlife
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- "NATO doesn't treat us well" according to Trump
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- 1:26
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- President Donald Trump arrived in Turkey on Tuesday, where he received a welcome ceremony from Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan ahead of a high-stakes NATO summit expected to focus on a Trump-backed push for higher defense spending, Europe's security responsibilities and continued support for Ukraine.
Ahead of Trump's arrival in Ankara, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte previewed the summit's agenda on Monday, calling on allies to present "clear, concrete and credible" plans to meet the alliance's new 5% defense spending target — a goal strongly backed by Trump — while stressing the need to ramp up weapons production and maintain long-term support for Ukraine.
"Over the next two days, 32 #NATO Allies, along with partners from Ukraine, the EU, the Indo-Pacific and the Gulf will gather here in Ankara to ensure that NATO continues to deliver," Rutte wrote alongside a video on X.
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- President Trump participates in a bilateral meeting with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy
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- 40:49
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- 3 months ago
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- President Trump participates in a bilateral meeting with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy.
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- Trump announces Patriot missile deal after Zelenskyy meeting at NATO summit
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- 39:59
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- President Donald Trump closed out his part in the NATO summit in Ankara Wednesday, displaying more faith in allies to pull their weight in defense spending.
Read more: https://thenationaldesk.com/top-videos/trump-leaves-nato-summit-pleased-with-allies-except-one-country-secretary-mark-rutte-alliance-spain
#nato #donaldtrump #zelensky #russiaukrainewar
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- Trump says Russia Ukraine war is worse than ever NATO summit
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- 1:07
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- 3 months ago
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- President Donald Trump closed out his part in the NATO summit in Ankara Wednesday, displaying more faith in allies to pull their weight in defense spending.
Read more: https://thenationaldesk.com/top-videos/trump-leaves-nato-summit-pleased-with-allies-except-one-country-secretary-mark-rutte-alliance-spain
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- Ask 13: What are the new restaurants possibly coming to Hendersonville, NC?
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- 1:13
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Steak lovers in Henderson County may soon have even more dining options. After receiving the latest Ask 13 question from viewer Kyle about rumors of a new Texas Roadhouse near Blue Ridge Mall, News 13 reached out to Henderson County officials for an update.
According to Henderson County Permits and Inspections Director Crystal Lyda, building plans have been submitted for a Texas Roadhouse in the Blue Ridge Mall area. However, she says no building permit has been issued at this time. Lyda said the county is still waiting for the permit application to be submitted, meaning the project is not yet officially approved for construction.
There is more certainty about another steakhouse coming to the area. Lyda confirmed that LongHorn Steakhouse is moving forward with plans to open in the former O'Charley's restaurant space in the Walmart shopping plaza, located at Highlands Square Drive. O'Charley's closed in 2023.
The new LongHorn Steakhouse will be nea...
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- News 13 Morning Minute for Wednesday, July 8, 2026
- Runtime
- 1:11
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- The Rutherford County Courthouse is back open following a bed bug concern, and Haywood County now has its first 2-lane roundabout. This is your News 13 Morning Minute for Wednesday, July 8, 2026.
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- New NC law changes involuntary mental health commitment process
- Runtime
- 2:00
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- A new North Carolina law is changing how the state handles involuntary mental health commitments, expanding treatment options and requiring state agencies to develop new behavioral health programs to keep people connected to care longer.
Governor Josh Stein signed the bill on Monday, July 6. Local supporters say the changes could help reduce the cycle of repeated hospitalizations and involvement with the criminal justice system.
"They call it a revolving door because it's very true," said Robin Payne, executive director of NAMI Western Carolina.
The legislation doubles the maximum length of court-ordered outpatient treatment from 90 days to 180 days. It also expands the use of telehealth evaluations, increases access to mobile crisis units and strengthens connections to mental health care.
"If they're doubling the requirement for an outpatient, that's wonderful. And the supports need to be in place, meaning if you are homeless and you...
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- North Carolina state budget passes
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- 3:24
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein signed the state's new $34.4 billion budget into law on Tuesday, July 7, calling it a compromise that makes meaningful progress while acknowledging the state still has work to do.
Stein said the budget includes several of his major priorities but noted it still leaves North Carolina lagging behind neighboring states and does not do enough to support low-income residents or veteran teachers.
Stein praised the budget's investments in education, saying it delivers the largest pay raise for beginning teachers in nearly 50 years and the largest overall teacher raise in more than 15 years. He called the funding an important investment in students but said public schools have faced years of chronic underfunding and that additional investments will be needed, particularly for experienced educators.
The budget directs $12.5 billion toward K-12 public education, making education the state's largest investment and accounting fo...
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- NCDOT opens first multi-lane roundabout in WNC
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- 0:47
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- The first-ever completed multi-lane roundabout has made its way to western North Carolina, aiming to improve safety and mobility in Haywood County.
The roundabout is part of a $38.5 million contract at the intersection of U.S. 19 and U.S. 276 in Haywood County.
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- "NATO doesn't treat us well" according to Trump
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- 1:26
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- President Donald Trump arrived in Turkey on Tuesday, where he received a welcome ceremony from Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan ahead of a high-stakes NATO summit expected to focus on a Trump-backed push for higher defense spending, Europe's security responsibilities and continued support for Ukraine.
Ahead of Trump's arrival in Ankara, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte previewed the summit's agenda on Monday, calling on allies to present "clear, concrete and credible" plans to meet the alliance's new 5% defense spending target — a goal strongly backed by Trump — while stressing the need to ramp up weapons production and maintain long-term support for Ukraine.
"Over the next two days, 32 #NATO Allies, along with partners from Ukraine, the EU, the Indo-Pacific and the Gulf will gather here in Ankara to ensure that NATO continues to deliver," Rutte wrote alongside a video on X.
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- Charlie Kirk Case New evidence revealed in court
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- 11:34
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- The man accused of killing Charlie Kirk returned to court Tuesday for the second day of a five-day preliminary hearing.
READ MORE: https://thenationaldesk.com/news/americas-news-now/live-tyler-robinson-appears-in-court-for-day-2-of-charlie-kirk-murder-hearing
#tylerrobinson #charliekirk #courthearing #livecourtroom #saltlakecity
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- Trump's welcome to NATO ceremony
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- 1:44
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- 3 months ago
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- President Donald Trump arrived in Turkey on Tuesday, where he received a welcome ceremony from Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan ahead of a high-stakes NATO summit expected to focus on a Trump-backed push for higher defense spending, Europe's security responsibilities and continued support for Ukraine.
Ahead of Trump's arrival in Ankara, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte previewed the summit's agenda on Monday, calling on allies to present "clear, concrete and credible" plans to meet the alliance's new 5% defense spending target — a goal strongly backed by Trump — while stressing the need to ramp up weapons production and maintain long-term support for Ukraine.
"Over the next two days, 32 #NATO Allies, along with partners from Ukraine, the EU, the Indo-Pacific and the Gulf will gather here in Ankara to ensure that NATO continues to deliver," Rutte wrote alongside a video on X.
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