Jake Peterson

1 week ago | abc45.com | Jake Peterson

REIDSVILLE, N.C. — The Reidsville Police Department has identified Dexter Lamar Scales, 45, as a suspect in the murders of Samuel Brooks and Shanika Penn. The two victims were killed on June 12, 2025, in Reidsville. Scales is wanted on two counts of first-degree murder.

2 weeks ago | abc45.com | Jake Peterson

DAVIDSON COUNTY, N.C. — In December 2024, the Davidson County Sheriff's Office launched an animal cruelty investigation in the northern part of the county, uncovering a suspected puppy mill operation. Investigators said they found Roger and Robin McLean in possession of over 100 dogs living in unsanitary conditions.

2 weeks ago | abc45.com | Jake Peterson

GREENSBORO, N.C. — North Carolina could soon see a significant economic boost as Governor Josh Stein is expected to announce a major job opportunity in Greensboro today. The governor is set to deliver remarks focusing on a California-based aviation startup, JetZero, which is considering Greensboro for its first manufacturing plant. This development could bring at least 10,000 new jobs to the area.

2 weeks ago | wpde.com | Jake Peterson

GREENSBORO, N.C. — North Carolina could soon see a significant economic boost as Governor Josh Stein is expected to announce a major job opportunity in Greensboro today. The governor is set to deliver remarks focusing on a California-based aviation startup, Jet Zero, which is considering Greensboro for its first manufacturing plant. This development could bring at least 10,000 new jobs to the area. The announcement is at 1pm.

3 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Jake Peterson

Your smartphone has ruined your life. You’re hopelessly addicted to the empty dopamine drip doled out by apps and algorithms that know you better than you know yourself. You recognize this. But also, you’re no hermit: You need to be able to keep in touch with friends and family with phone calls and text messages, just minus the baggage that comes with a modern iPhone or Android. A dumbphone might seem to be the answer to all your problems, but it's probably not.