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Sports
Nike announces signature shoe for WNBA star, former Gamecock A'ja Wilson
National
The bull riding legend who nearly got himself killed -- and lived to tell about it
J.B. Mauney conquered the toughest bulls in the world. As he prepares to enter the Bull Riding Hall of Fame, he reflects on the injury that made him hang it up.
National
Woman suing Santa Fe after she says officer held her down while fire ants were attacking her
Video released by Taylor Rogers' attorney shows her screaming that ants were biting her face as a Santa Fe police officer held her down to handcuff her.
National
She was principal of the year in 2023. A year later, she said a Texas district forced her to resign
"The irony is not lost on me as I was at the banquet to be honored for being Principal of the Year almost exactly a year ago," Neff principal Amanda Wingard said.
National
Alabama follows DeSantis' lead in banning lab-grown meat
In response to the Alabama and Florida bans, Upside started a change.org petition urging consumers to tell politicians "to stop policing" their dinner plates.
Heartwarming
Meet the North Texas teacher behind the viral post from an NFL rookie who promised he’d someday go pro
'I’m just lucky enough to have had him,' said Derek Gammon, now a school principal.
Animals
Wally Gator still missing: Neighbor in Brunswick shares new information
A new timeline of events could help lead to Pennsylvania’s favorite emotional support alligator after being gone for nearly three weeks.
National
Suspect tied to shots fired situation at Amazon facility dies after encounter with Columbus police; 1 officer injured
The condition of the injured officer was described as stable.
Money
The IRS says there is $12.5 million in unclaimed tax returns and stimulus money in South Carolina
The deadline to claim the stimulus and tax return from that year is approaching.
National
Viral video of shark caught in river leads to response from Texas city
Bull sharks can live in fresh and salt water and have been found many miles upriver from the Gulf of Mexico.
Entertainment
Cedar Point: Top Thrill 2 experiencing 'extended closure' for mechanical modification
The recently opened — and heavily hyped — Top Thrill 2 coaster will be closed for a 'mechanical modification' to the ride's vehicles.
National
Billy Graham statue for U.S. Capitol to be unveiled next week
The Graham sculpture, created by Charlotte-based artist Chas Fagan, depicts Graham gesturing toward an open Bible in his hand.
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