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Trump denies extra FEMA funding to people who voted for him in North Carolina | Opinion
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Trump Denies FEMA Aid Extension in State He Won Three Times: In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, President Donald Trump voiced sharp criticism of FEMA's ...
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After 6 months, 5 people still missing in North Carolina following Hurricane Helene
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Musk Targeted FEMA. Disaster-Stricken Communities Are Paying a Price.: A FEMA funding freeze illustrates the extraordinary power of Elon Musk and DOGE ...
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Asheville Rising: How to help those impacted by Hurricane Helene: "GMA" returns to Asheville, North Carolina, six months after the devastation of ...
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HUD rejects Asheville’s Helene recovery efforts because of its DEI targets: The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) rejected Hurricane Helene ...
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Awful Announcing May 12
Image from the original article. Source: Pablo Torre: ‘An absolutely real chance’ Bill Belichick never coaches a game at North Carolina
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Key FactsBelichick May Leave UNC Before Season Opener
May 12 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: awfulannouncing.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: awfulannouncing.com
- Pablo Torre expresses skepticism about Bill Belichick coaching a game for North Carolina.
- He notes that Belichick's contract buyout drops from $10 million to $1 million on June 1, making a separation more feasible.
- Torre highlights the internal conflicts and public scrutiny surrounding Belichick's relationship with Jordon Hudson.
- The situation regarding Belichick and Hudson is generating significant discussion and will be addressed in an upcoming television appearance.
I think there’s an absolutely real chance that he doesn’t.— Pablo Torre on the possibility that Bill Belichick might not start as head coach at North Carolina.
Image from the original article. Source: What’s in a name? House approves Gulf of America label. How NC lawmakers voted: North Carolina’s representatives in Congress split along party lines on whether ...
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Key FactsMexico Files Lawsuit Against Google Over Name Change
May 09 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cbsnews.com
- Mexico is suing Google for referring to the Gulf of Mexico as the Gulf of America for U.S. users.
- President Claudia Sheinbaum announced the lawsuit without providing specific details.
- Google defends the name change as part of its longstanding mapping policy.
- An executive order from Trump mandates the name change, which is only applicable within the U.S.
"Mexico is suing tech giant Google for labeling the Gulf of Mexico as the Gulf of America for U.S. users."— Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum announced the lawsuit in her daily press briefing.
Image from the original article. Source: Mild earthquake in Tennessee felt across the Southeast | CNN: A mild 4.1 magnitude earthquake about 30 miles south of Knoxville, Tennessee ...
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Key FactsTennessee Reports 4.1 Magnitude Earthquake Felt in Atlanta
May 10 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: apnews.com
- A preliminary magnitude 4.1 earthquake was reported Saturday morning in Tennessee, felt in Atlanta and parts of North Carolina.
- The quake occurred shortly after 9 a.m. EDT, approximately 12 miles from Greenback, Tennessee, about 30 miles south of Knoxville.
- More than 23,000 public reports were received by USGS within the first hour after the earthquake.
- The region experiences seismic activity, with a 5% chance of aftershocks of magnitude 4 or greater in the upcoming week.
"Earthquakes in the East are felt over a much larger distance and by more people."— Ayesha Davis, USGS spokeswoman, explains the impact of earthquakes in the Eastern U.S.
MAGA Congressman Accused of Whacking Voter With Clipboard: The conference in Asheville was supposed to be focused on Hurricane Helene relief ...
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Charlotte Mayor Lyles announces efforts to improve City Council after ‘tough week’
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Huge jackpot winner comes forward with NC lottery ticket that only cost 50 cents: Mystery winner comes forward after 50 cent digital lottery ticket hits jackpot ...
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Lottery player spends $1 and wins $120,000 jackpot in North Carolina: An Alabama resident hit the $120,000 Cash 5 jackpot in North Carolina, officials say ...
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‘It’s not going to stop us.’ Charlotte, Rock Hill arts groups confront NEA fund loss
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Oldest Dairy Queen in NC sold for $1.1M. But after 78 years, the scoops will go on
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5 times dogs found new homes after ending up in shelters. See their stories: One "spunky and fun" dog needed a new owner.
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Linkin.bio May 09
Image from the original article. Source: Bill Belichick and Jordon Hudson’s drama-filled UNC experience, explained: This has more angst than an episode of ‘White Lotus’
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Key FactsBelichick and Hudson: UNC Entangled in Drama
May 09 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: sbnation.com
- Bill Belichick's hiring at the University of North Carolina has sparked significant controversy, particularly concerning his 24-year-old girlfriend Jordon Hudson's involvement.
- Reports suggest that Hudson plays a larger role in football operations than initially expected, leading to tensions within the institution.
- UNC recently stated that Hudson is not banned from football facilities, but her role outside of Belichick's responsibilities remains ambiguous.
- The situation may lead to Belichick potentially exiting his contract, as he has an option to leave the program after June 1.
There is deep worry for how detrimental Jordon can be for not just North Carolina but Bill’s legacy, reputation — everything he has built and worked for over decades.— A Belichick family source expressed concern regarding Jordon Hudson.
Thom Tillis’ opposition ends Ed Martin’s nomination. Trump to pick new nominee: Sen. Thom Tillis’ opposition to a nominee led President Donald Trump to announce ...
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As a recession looms, GOP lawmakers need to prepare NC. They’re not. | Opinion: North Carolina legislative leaders are not among those preparing for the worst ...
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Joann fabrics stores in 22 states could soon be taken over by Burlington Coat Factory. See the full list
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UNC denies it has banned Bill Belichick’s girlfriend from its football facility: The University of North Carolina on Friday denied that football head coach Bill ...
cnn.com/2025/05/09/sport/unc-bill-belichick-facility-spt
North Carolina Supreme Court 2024 race finally over: Republican concedes to Democrat - UPI.com
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Riggs won NC’s Supreme Court battle, but elections will face long-term consequences
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Image from the original article. Source: Republican concedes long-unsettled NC court election to Democratic incumbent: The Republican challenger for a North Carolina Supreme Court seat has conceded last ...
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Key FactsNorth Carolina Election Settled: Republican Concedes to Democrat
May 07 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: apnews.com
- Republican challenger Jefferson Griffin conceded the North Carolina Supreme Court election to Democratic incumbent Allison Riggs.
- A federal judge ruled that disputed ballots must be included in the final tally, confirming Riggs' victory by 734 votes.
- Griffin stated that his legal efforts aimed to uphold the law and ensure every legitimate vote was counted.
- Riggs expressed relief over the decision, highlighting the significance of voter voices in a democracy.
"I wish my opponent the best and will continue to pray for her and all the members of our court system here in North Carolina. I look forward to continuing to serve the people of North Carolina."— Jefferson Griffin, the Republican challenger who conceded the election to Democratic incumbent Allison Riggs.
Missing Teen Girl Found Alive After Nearly 3 Weeks—Over 600 Miles From Home: Law enforcement found a 17-year-old missing Michigan girl in North Carolina on ...
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Key Republican says he won’t back former St. Louisan Ed Martin for top DC prosecutor
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Twisted Sister singer Dee Snider ditched Los Angeles, moved family to North Carolina for calmer life
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‘Bias’? ‘Belong’? Writers protest the Trump administration’s growing list of purged words
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Don’t be fooled by Jefferson Griffin’s civil concession. He tried to steal an election | Opinion
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UNC says Bill Belichick's girlfriend still welcome at school - ESPN: North Carolina issued a statement saying Bill Belichick's girlfriend is still welcome at ...
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GOP candidate concedes long-unsettled NC court election to Democratic incumbent: A federal judge ruled that potentially thousands of disputed ballots challenged ...
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Jefferson Griffin Concedes Defeat in N.C. Supreme Court Race: Three counts showed that the incumbent, a Democrat, won the State Supreme Court election last fall ...
nytimes.com/2025/05/07/us/politics/north-carolina-supreme-court-gop-concession.html
Carolina Hurricanes, Frederik Andersen shut out Washington Capitals in NHL playoffs Game 3
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Republicans seek more state laws on transgender people, putting Democrats on the spot
npr.org/2025/05/10/nx-s1-5377402/republicans-democrats-transgender-sports-legislatures
Months after Helene, it’s still hard to drive these North Carolina roads: North Carolina is strewn with private roads and bridges. More than 7 ...
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NC residents saw a power outage. The reported cause? A black snake.: North Carolina's Durham area faced a power outage that lasted several hours around 11 p.m ...
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Cicada map 2025: New sightings of Brood XIV class seen in multiple states after 17 years
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After Months of Trying to Steal NC Supreme Court Seat, GOP Candidate Finally Concedes
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‘We’re still living with the aftermath’: Floridians brace for fresh hurricane season
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Bill Belichick’s Girlfriend Jordon Hudson Not Banned From UNC Football Facilities, School Says
forbes.com/sites/antoniopequenoiv/2025/05/09/unc-says-bill-belichicks-girlfriend-welcome-at-school-football-facilities-denying-report/
Missing North Carolina teens found with men in Florida 500 miles away, cops say: A 14-year-old and 15-year-old girl from Clayton, NC, left their parents a note ...
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America Needs More Judges Like Judge Myers: He did the right thing in North Carolina’s Supreme Court fight, and he deserves praise.
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3-year-old dies after gun ‘accidentally’ goes off in parked car, NC police say: A 3-year-old died after being struck by a firearm that accidentally discharged ...
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Trump May Have Already Redrawn the Senate Map: The 2026 races in Texas, Georgia, North Carolina and New Hampshire all look dicier for Republicans now—and they ...
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Breeze Airways to add direct flight from MacArthur Airport to Wilmington, N.C.: Breeze Airways introduces direct flights from Long Island MacArthur Airport to ...
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Blind dog roaming in traffic ‘didn’t stand a chance.’ Now rescued, he needs home: NC animal shelter said blind dog dodging traffic ‘didn’t stand a chance.’ Sweet ...
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22-year-old college student fatally shot by 'career criminal' in credit card burglary: cops
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UNC Says Bill Belichick’s Girlfriend, 24, Welcome at Football Practice: The university rejected suggestions that Jordon Hudson had been banned because of her ...
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FEMA cuts emergency training under Trump as hurricane season looms: The cuts could leave communities less prepared to handle the often devastating aftermath of ...
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Sen. Ted Budd: How we can get more Americans the work skills they need | Opinion: If companies are placing more value on practical skills and adaptability ...
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NC Senate votes to let private-school teachers carry guns. How it would work.: North Carolina Senate passes bill allowing private schools to give permission for ...
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NC House OKs expanding Republican auditor’s powers to hire, fire and investigate: Republican lawmakers have repeatedly sought to empower the auditor’s office ...
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Hurricanes outlast Capitals in OT, nab home ice advantage after Game 1 win: Carolina Hurricanes at Washington Capitals in NHL playoffs Round 2 Game 1 overtime ...
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$1 million lottery win is a ‘once-in-a-lifetime dream’ for North Carolina man: Whiteville, North Carolina, man followed instinct, gut, intuition ...
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NC bill to allow non-prescription use of ivermectin reignites COVID controversy: During the COVID-19 pandemic, ivermectin was promoted by some as an alternative ...
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GOP Challenger for North Carolina Supreme Court Backs Down After Attempt to Overturn His Loss Fails
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Would federal aid reach Alabama if disaster strikes during 2025 hurricane season?
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Russian man given US asylum caught with stolen $2.5 million yacht, FL cops say: Dramatic boat chase on Florida’s Intracoastal Waterway ends with discovery of ...
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The 2024 election is finally over: After months of legal wrangling, Republican Jefferson Griffin has conceded to Democrat Allison Riggs in the North Carolina ...
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Read the federal judge’s ruling that might end the NC Supreme Court election: See the court opinion from federal Judge Richard Myers, who ruled in favor of ...
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Paid articlePaywall Election director in North Carolina ousted after Republican power play: North Carolina's elections board has ousted the agency’s executive director after ...
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Family gets closure after body of man missing during Hurricane Helene recovered months later in Tennessee
cnn.com/2025/05/06/us/hurricane-helene-tennessee-missing-death
Lawmakers want answers after reporting reveals crippling vacancies at hurricane-prone National Weather Service office
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Image from the original article. Source: Judge Orders Elections Board to Certify Democrat’s Victory in Contested N.C. Race
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Key FactsFederal Judge Confirms Democrat's Win in N.C. Election
May 06 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nytimes.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nytimes.com
- A federal judge ordered the North Carolina Board of Elections to certify the results of a disputed State Supreme Court race.
- This ruling represents a significant legal victory for Democratic incumbent Justice Allison Riggs, who won by 734 votes.
- Republican challenger Judge Jefferson Griffin has sought to overturn the results by questioning the eligibility of thousands of voters.
- The judge granted Griffin seven days to appeal the decision, indicating that the case may not be resolved.
You establish the rules before the game. You don’t change them after the game is done.— Judge Richard E. Myers II in his ruling regarding the election disputes in North Carolina.
Trump Appointee Blocks GOP Efforts To Overturn NC Supreme Court Election: "I'm proud to continue upholding the Constitution and the rule of law as North ...
newsweek.com/trump-appointee-blocks-gop-efforts-overturn-nc-supreme-court-election-2068373
Image from the original article. Source: Federal judge rules North Carolina must certify state Supreme Court victory: A federal judge ordered the North Carolina Board of Elections on Monday to certify ...
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Key FactsFederal Judge Upholds Democrat's Victory in N.C.
May 06 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: wapo.st
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: wapo.st
- A federal judge ordered North Carolina officials to certify the November election results, confirming Democrat Allison Riggs' narrow victory.
- Riggs won by 734 votes, while her opponent Jefferson Griffin challenged over 60,000 votes based on identification issues.
- Judge Richard E. Myers II ruled that retroactive changes to election procedures violated voters' constitutional rights.
- Democrats hailed the ruling as a reinforcement of electoral integrity and the rule of law.
"Today, we won."— Riggs said in a statement following the ruling that she is proud to continue upholding the Constitution and the rule of law as North Carolina’s Supreme Court Justice.
Federal judge says results of North Carolina court race with Democrat ahead must be certified
cnbc.com/2025/05/06/federal-judge-says-results-of-north-carolina-court-race-with-democrat-ahead-must-be-certified.html
Woman buys her first $30 NC lottery ticket and wins the game’s top prize: Frugal lottery player decides to buy $30 scratch-off ticket for the first time and she ...
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Kashmir Youth Picked Up By Army After Pahalgam Found Dead; NC, PDP Allege Foul Play - The Wire
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Image from the original article. Source: How Trump’s funding cuts to NPR and PBS threaten North Carolina stations: President Donald Trump’s late night executive order cuts federal funding to NPR and PBS ...
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Key FactsTrump's Attack on NPR and PBS Threatens Truth
May 03 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: azcentral.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: azcentral.com
- Donald Trump's executive order to cut federal funding for NPR and PBS is viewed as alarming.
- The justification for this move is based on alleged bias, interpreted as a politically motivated act of retribution.
- Leaders of NPR and PBS have vowed to fight this order, highlighting the importance of their services.
- This represents another attempt to control the media, potentially endangering truthful reporting.
"We will vigorously defend our right to provide essential news, information and life-saving services to the American public. We will challenge this Executive Order using all means available."— NPR in a statement regarding their defense against Trump's executive order.
Bill Belichick Seeking Outside Help As Fallout From CBS Interview Fiasco Continues
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Copperheads in NC can vary in color. See what they can look like: Not all venomous copperhead snakes look the same, even in North Carolina. Here’s what ...
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Illegal immigrants in North Carolina kidnap mom, infant daughter at gunpoint after family refuses to pay $1M demand
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Federal judge rules North Carolina must certify state Supreme Court victory: A federal judge ordered the North Carolina Board of Elections on Monday to certify ...
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Plans to mimic DOGE in NC are a big mistake. Here’s what we should do instead | Opinion
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Dog owner had ‘dying wish’ that his pups stay together. They wait for a new home: North Carolina animal rescue said ‘little duo’ waits to be adopted into same ...
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Tomatoes shipped to 3 states recalled for possible salmonella contamination: See where
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Cicada map 2025: Here's where Brood XIV has already been spotted: In this brood’s case, the group last emerged in 2008. They are slated to appear in states such ...
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North Carolina football is now the flagship program of the Jordon Brand: Bill Belichick and his “personal and professional” relationship girlfriend with Jordon ...
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North Carolina Justice Speaks Out About Republicans’ Effort to Steal Her Seat: Jefferson Griffin has urged courts to throw out tens of thousands of North ...
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Groom takes own life day after honeymoon: A US bride has been left heartbroken after her new husband died by suicide after returning home from their “perfect” ...
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Cape Cod seals, watch out! White shark migrating north ‘getting a head start’ on shark season
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Report: Jordon Hudson "forced her way" into Bill Belichick's Super Bowl commercial
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On cusp of storm season, NOAA funding cuts put hurricane forecasting at risk: Tropical cyclone track forecasts are 75 percent more accurate than they were in ...
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