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“Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap.”  — Galatians 6:7 Prophet Brian Carn Jr. , pastor of Kingdom City Church in Charlotte, NC, has long been celebrated for his charismatic preaching and bold prophecies. Yet in 2025, his ministry was shaken by allegations that cut to the heart of spiritual integrity. In June 2025 , Vashti Ennis  went public, claiming she had been in a decade‑long relationship  with Carn. She accused him of

On a quiet Sunday afternoon in Lincolnton, North Carolina, alarms sounded at the Lincoln Correctional Center. Authorities confirmed that 42‑year‑old Roy Burgess had slipped away from the minimum‑security prison where he was serving time for larceny. What followed was a tense manhunt that stretched across state lines and stirred fear in nearby communities. Burgess was no stranger to the justice system. Records show a criminal history of low‑level felonies spanning nearly two d

On a quiet Sunday evening in Greensboro, North Carolina, tragedy struck a family and shocked the community. At around 7:30 p.m. on December 7, 2025, police responded to the 700 block of West Terrell Street after reports of a shooting. Inside the home, officers found Chris Ratliff, 59, unresponsive from a gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead at the scene. The alleged shooter was his own son, 20‑year‑old Pretance Joquann Ratliff. According to the Greensboro Police Department,

The headlines screamed: Future’s baby mama demands $53,000 a month. It sounded sensational, the kind of figure that fits the image of a platinum-selling rapper living in luxury. But when the case hit the courtroom, the judge wasn’t swayed by celebrity gossip or inflated estimates. Instead, the ruling came down to cold, hard numbers — and those numbers told a very different story. Eliza Reign, the mother of Future’s child, argued that his wealth justified a staggering $53,000

It’s supposed to be a sacred ritual: writing an obituary to honor the dead. But what most people don’t realize is that criminals are watching. They’re combing through funeral notices, not to pay respects, but to plot crimes. And the list of what they’re doing with that information is far more terrifying than most families could imagine. Across the country, police have reported burglars timing break-ins to coincide with funerals. In Alabama, Peter Michael Petitti was arrested

The Raleigh Convention Center has always stood as a symbol of progress — glass walls reflecting the city’s ambition, wide halls echoing with conferences, concerts, and civic pride. But on a recent evening, that symbol flickered with something far more fragile: flames licking against its façade, smoke curling into the night sky, and a stunned city holding its breath. Crowds gathered along South Salisbury Street, their faces illuminated by the orange glow. Some pulled out phone

When Greenville’s own Tyrell Clemons  was nominated for the 2026 Lifetime Achievement Award , it wasn’t just a personal milestone — it was a reminder that excellence, resilience, and leadership are alive and thriving in the Black community. Raised in North Carolina, Clemons built his career step by step: UNC Chapel Hill for his undergraduate studies, NCCU School of Law for his legal training, and years of service as both prosecutor and public defender before founding the Clem

When the Kinston Police Department took to Facebook to remind drivers about North Carolina’s window tint laws, the message should have been straightforward. Instead, it opened with the snarky line: “I don’t know who needs to hear this…”  — a phrase more at home on a meme page than in an official law enforcement bulletin. At first glance, the post might seem harmless. But for many residents, it raised a deeper concern: why are public servants, entrusted with authority and taxp

It began as a routine traffic stop near Jim Sutton Road and U.S. Highway 70 in Lenoir County. Deputies pulled over a vehicle, probably expecting nothing more dramatic than expired tags or a driver who still thinks turn signals are optional. Instead, they stumbled into a scene that looked like a bizarre yard sale gone wrong. Inside the car: methamphetamine, drug paraphernalia, and nearly forty pounds of burnt copper. Yes, forty pounds. That’s not a hobby project — that’s a who

When news first broke of Robert Brinson Moore Jr.’s arrest, it felt like another tragic headline in the ongoing battle against narcotics in eastern North Carolina. But as the details came into focus, the story revealed itself to be far harsher than a routine drug case. Moore, 43, of Jacksonville, was taken into custody on November 28, 2025, by the Craven County Sheriff’s Office Special Investigation Bureau, working alongside the Onslow County Sheriff’s Office and the North Ca

When Travis Turner first went missing, I wrote a story of consolation — a reflection on a beloved coach who had vanished into the woods, leaving behind a family and a community desperate for answers. At the time, it seemed like a tragedy of absence, a mystery that begged for sympathy and hope. But as the details emerged, the narrative shifted from sorrow to shock. The reason for his disappearance was not a tragic accident or a personal struggle. It was the revelation of ten c

Deadly Ambush Near the White House President Donald Trump is responding tonight to a deadly ambush near the White House , where an Afghan national opened fire on two National Guard members. One guard was killed, and the other remains in critical condition. Trump condemned the attack in stark terms, calling it “a crime against our entire nation, a crime against humanity.”  He vowed to tighten restrictions on who enters the country, signaling that immigration policy will once a

🌹 A Daughter, A Friend, A Light Cierra Webb was more than a name in a headline. At just 25 years old, she was a daughter, a sister, and a friend whose presence brought joy to those around her. Her father described the heartbreak of losing her, writing, “Never ever did I imagine I would be typing this message to you.” Her mother, Lashondia Hockaday, recalled the devastating moment she received phone calls urging her to come to the party because her daughter had been hurt. By

The Struggle For 16‑year‑old Jor’el Bolden of Missouri, something as simple as finding shoes had become nearly impossible. Standing 6‑foot‑5 and weighing 380 pounds, Bolden wears a size 23 shoe . His mother had spoken publicly about the difficulty of finding affordable footwear that fit, saying it was stopping her son from living a normal life. Shaq’s Surprise When Bolden’s story reached national outlets, Shaquille O’Neal stepped in . Known for his generosity off the court,

The Arrest The Nash County Sheriff’s Office confirmed the arrest of Shanese Shante Sanders , a correctional officer at Nash Correctional Institution , after staff flagged suspicious activity. Deputies conducted a probable cause search of Sanders’ vehicle and discovered narcotics wrapped in clear plastic. The haul included: 98 grams of synthetic cannabinoid K2 19 grams of Suboxone , a drug often misused in prisons despite its medical role in treating opioid addiction. Authorit

Good evening — KI1N is following breaking developments out of Stockton, California . Authorities say a child’s birthday party turned into tragedy Saturday night when gunfire erupted inside a banquet hall on Lucile Avenue. At least 15 people were shot . Four victims — three children and one adult — did not survive. Eleven others are recovering in hospitals tonight, some in critical condition. Witnesses described hearing bursts of gunfire , followed by chaos as families scram

Spartanburg County Sheriff Bill Rhyne stood before cameras and declared that racism would not be tolerated in his department. A deputy was fired after posting a racially offensive selfie in uniform — a ski mask pulled over his face, captioned with language widely recognized as a racial slur. The firing was swift. The words were strong. But the name was hidden . 📌 The Double Standard This is where the hypocrisy screams. Everyday citizens arrested for shoplifting, minor drug p

The Incident On November 19, 2025, Tiffin, Ohio was rocked by a horrific murder‑suicide that claimed four lives. Police say 42‑year‑old Ryan Eagon ambushed his wife as she attempted to move out of their home on Huss Street. With her were 29‑year‑old Dustin Willey , the father of her eldest child, and her two children — a 7‑year‑old boy and a 7‑month‑old infant . In a sudden act of violence, Eagon fatally shot Willey, then turned his gun on the children before taking his own

The City of Kinston has announced that the swearing‑in ceremony for newly elected officials will now take place on December 16, 2025 , two weeks later than originally planned. The ceremony, initially scheduled for December 2, was postponed due to ongoing election challenges and unresolved protests. ⚖️ Why the Delay? City officials explained that the decision was made because there were too many discrepancies in one election to ignore . Concerns were raised about the lack of v

Detroit and Kinston may be separated by hundreds of miles, but they share a common challenge: poverty, limited youth opportunities, and the need for community renewal. Detroit has found a powerful answer in the SAY Detroit program , and it’s time for Kinston to pay attention. 🎓 SAY Detroit: A Proven Model Founded in 2006 by author and broadcaster Mitch Albom , SAY Detroit began as a grassroots effort to help the city’s homeless and vulnerable residents. Its name — Super. All