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British man charged after staged wedding with 9-year-old bride at Disneyland Paris

2 days ago | wusa9.com | Katrina Morgan

Authorities say the man used a stolen Latvian identity and fake documents to rent out part of the park before opening hours for the wedding. Credit: AP Visitors walk toward the Sleeping Beauty's Castle at Disneyland Paris in Chessy, France, east of Paris, Tuesday, May 12, 2015.
Copenhagen named world's most livable city: See where US cities ranked in 2025

1 week ago | kgw.com | Katrina Morgan

WASHINGTON — There's a new most livable city in the world, according to an annual list from the Economist Intelligence Unit. The 2025 Global Liveability Index ranked 173 cities around the world based on how comfortable they are to live in. This year, Copenhagen topped the list, dethroning Vienna's three-year run at the top.
Beware of DMV Text Scams in NC

1 week ago | tribpapers.com | Katrina Morgan

Hendersonville – Attorney General Jeff Jackson alerted North Carolinians about a surge in text scams impersonating the North Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles (NCDMV), demanding payment for alleged outstanding traffic tickets. This warning came as the Department of Justice reported an increase in consumer complaints regarding these fraudulent messages.
R. Kelly's lawyers allege prison overdose that led to singer being hospitalized

1 week ago | wfaa.com | Katrina Morgan

WASHINGTON — Attorneys for R. Kelly are alleging the singer suffered an overdose in prison last week and was removed from a hospital against medical advice, according to court filings obtained by the Chicago Sun Times and USA Today. The 58-year-old is currently serving a 30 year federal prison sentence for racketeering and sex trafficking at the Federal Correctional Institution in Butner, North Carolina.
Salmonella outbreak linked to pistachio cream in Minnesota, New Jersey

1 week ago | wfaa.com | Katrina Morgan

WASHINGTON — A pistachio-flavored cream is being linked to a salmonella outbreak in two states, federal health officials said Monday. The outbreak is linked to Emek-brand Pistachio Cream, which was imported into the United States from Turkey. The spread is a shelf-stable nut butter sold online to restaurants, wholesale distributors and food service businesses nationwide. The affected lot has a use-by date of October 19, 2026, and a production code of 241019.
AFTER HOURS Summer Concert Series Launches at Asheville Museum

2 weeks ago | tribpapers.com | Katrina Morgan

Asheville – Tickets are now available for the inaugural AFTER HOURS Summer Concert Series at the Asheville Museum of History, set to take place every third Tuesday of June, July, and August. The series will feature local musicians performing traditional and contemporary bluegrass and Appalachian mountain music, with the first concert scheduled for June 17, 2025.
New Homes Rise from Hurricane Helene's Ruins

2 weeks ago | tribpapers.com | Katrina Morgan

Burnsville – In the wake of Hurricane Helene’s devastating flooding, three families in Burnsville, North Carolina, began anew with fully furnished homes provided by God’s Pit Crew and its dedicated partners. The organization stepped in to assist these neighbors, who faced the loss of their homes and belongings due to the storm’s destruction. Community Resilience and SupportMartha, one of the recipients, has lived in Burnsville since she was five years old.
Freight Rail Service Returns to Asheville and Western North Carolina -AI

2 weeks ago | tribpapers.com | Katrina Morgan

Asheville – Freight rail service returned to Asheville for the first time since Hurricane Helene caused significant damage in September 2024, marking a pivotal moment in the region’s recovery efforts. On May 20, 2025, Norfolk Southern Corporation announced the resumption of freight rail service along its AS Line, which connects Eastern Tennessee to Western North Carolina. This restoration is expected to bolster local businesses and enhance economic growth in the area.
Yamaha golf cars recalled: Full list of affected vehicles

3 weeks ago | 9news.com | Katrina Morgan

WASHINGTON — Yamaha has expanded its recall on golf cars to now include more than 352,000 vehicles due to a crash hazard. The recall is an expansion to previous recalls dating back as early as 2018 after the company discovered a crash risk.
Brevard AAUW Book Sale Set to Begin

3 weeks ago | tribpapers.com | Katrina Morgan

Brevard – The Brevard American Association of University Women (AAUW) prepared for its 55th annual book sale, set to commence on Saturday, June 7, at Brevard College’s Boshamer Gym. This year’s event promises to be one of the largest and most organized used book sales in the southeastern United States, with proceeds dedicated to funding local scholarships for girls and women.