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Wilkes County liquor distillery seized after explosion, ALE says

myfox8.comWilkes County liquor distillery seized after explosion, ALE saysWILKES COUNTY, N.C. (WGHP) — An investigation is underway after an illegal liquor distillery exploded in Wilkes County, according to the North Carolina Alcohol Law Enforcement Division. ALE a…

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Greensboro woman wins $100,000 after buying scratch-off at gas station

myfox8.comGreensboro woman wins $100,000 after buying scratch-off at gas stationGREENSBORO, N.C. (WGHP) — Sarah Caldwell, of Greensboro, bought a $30 scratch-off and won a $100,000 prize, according to an NC Education Lottery news release. Caldwell bought her lucky MAX-A-…

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Cause of death revealed for 'Office Space' actor Richard Riehle: Reports

myfox8.comCause of death revealed for ‘Office Space’ actor Richard Riehle: ReportsRichard Riehle, whose prolific acting career dates back to the 1970s, died earlier this month.

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West Wendover Avenue westbound down to one lane between West Friendly Avenue, West Market Street after crash

myfox8.comWest Wendover Avenue westbound down to one lane between West Friendly Avenue, West Market Street after crashGREENSBORO, N.C. (WGHP) — West Wendover Avenue westbound is down to one lane between West Friendly Avenue and West Market Street due to a vehicle crash. No injuries have been reported. The ca…

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Sunny, warm conditions but clouds roll into the Triad Wednesday

myfox8.comSunny, warm conditions but clouds roll into the Triad WednesdayHIGH POINT, N.C. (WGHP) — A northeasterly wind will bring extra clouds to the Piedmont on Wednesday. Look for partly to mostly cloudy skies on Wednesday morning. Drive with extra care because some …

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FOX8 WGHP news to air exclusively on MyFOX8+ and MyFOX8.com?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot from 7-8pm on Oct. 27

myfox8.comFOX8 WGHP news to air exclusively on MyFOX8+ and MyFOX8.com from 7-8pm on Oct. 27(WGHP) — News on FOX8 will air exclusively on MyFOX8.com, the MyFOX8 news app and MyFOX8+, our connected TV application from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Oct. 26. You can watch on these platforms for free w…

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Video: Kayaker survives close encounter with great white shark

myfox8.comVideo: Kayaker survives close encounter with great white sharkDavid Slavich had a close encounter of the great white kind while fishing off the California coast.

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What to do if poll workers say you aren't registered to vote

myfox8.comWhat to do if poll workers say you aren’t registered to voteYou may be able to update your registration or cast a provisional ballot.

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Foster going out of business 2 years after move to Winston-Salem, to lay off 181 across NC

myfox8.comFoster going out of business 2 years after move to Winston-Salem, to lay off 181 across NCFoster will permanently close sites in Winston-Salem, Greenville, and Colfax, laying off 181 total employees over the coming months as the food supply logistics company goes out of business less th…

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Greensboro Fire Department marks its 100th anniversary

myfox8.comGreensboro Fire Department marks its 100th anniversaryGREENSBORO, N.C. (WGHP) — There is a certain type of person who is drawn to be a firefighter. As the old phrase goes, it’s not a job; it’s a passion. Brian Dunphy has always had that passion, and h…

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Thom Tillis discusses his priorities, Pete Hegseth and his new book

myfox8.comThom Tillis discusses his priorities, Pete Hegseth and his new bookHIGH POINT, N.C. (WGHP) — There appears to be nothing so freeing as retirement. You may have realized that in your own life: you don’t have to worry about what the boss wants you to do, next week. …

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Dozens searching in Davidson County for former museum director who went missing 6 years ago

myfox8.comDozens searching in Davidson County for former museum director who went missing 6 years agoDAVIDSON COUNTY, N.C. (WGHP) — Dozens of law enforcement officials are out in Davidson County looking for a man who has been missing for more than six years. On Monday, the Davidson County Sheriff&…

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Statesville man charged with sex crimes by Forsyth County Sheriff's Office

myfox8.comStatesville man charged with sex crimes by Forsyth County Sheriff’s OfficeFORSYTH COUNTY, N.C. (WGHP) — A man has been accused of using Snapchat to organize a meet-up with an underage girl. According to warrants, Jaleel Mekhi Miller, 22, of Statesville, used Snapchat to …

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Trump says he will respect midterm results 'if they're honest elections'

myfox8.comTrump says he will respect midterm results ‘if they’re honest elections’Trump’s comment comes amid accusations that his administration is laying the groundwork to contest non-favorable results in Minnesota and Alaska.

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Learning to carve and care for pumpkins

myfox8.comLearning to carve and care for pumpkinsGUILFORD COUNTY, N.C. (WGHP) — For Teach Me Tuesday, we’re teaching you how to carve and care for your Halloween pumpkins. Chef Al Romano, Adjunct Culinary Professor at GTCC, shared great Hal…

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Tropics quiet heading into November | Tracking the Tropics

myfox8.comTropics quiet heading into November | Tracking the TropicsThe tropics are quiet as we head into the final month of Atlantic hurricane season.

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Florida man pleads guilty to shooting horse over money

myfox8.comFlorida man pleads guilty to shooting horse over moneyA Florida man is heading to prison after he shot a horse when he didn’t get the money he demanded for work

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How a Cheesecake Factory jab spurred a midterm spat

myfox8.comHow a Cheesecake Factory jab spurred a midterm spat(The Hill) — A Cheesecake Factory jab from former President Obama quickly spiraled into a midterm spat between the GOP and Democrats as the competitive election cycle nears its end. Obama qui…

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Trump offering $1M for voter fraud tips

myfox8.comTrump offering $1M for voter fraud tipsProsecuted cases of illegal voting or fraud committed by immigrants who do not have the right to vote remain rare, statistics show.

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'Who am I tipping here?' Self-service kiosk at airport prompts customer to tip 18%, viral video shows

myfox8.com‘Who am I tipping here?’ Self-service kiosk at airport prompts customer to tip 18%, viral video showsThe airport authority has since responded to the video, claiming the kiosk operator should not have been soliciting tips.

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Chancellor speaks on making North Carolina A&T State University a premier STEM destination

myfox8.comChancellor speaks on making North Carolina A&T State University a premier STEM destinationGREENSBORO, N.C. (WGHP) — As North Carolina A&T State University celebrates the greatest homecoming on earth this week, its current leader has his eye on how to maintain the university’s status…

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Man charged with sexually assaulting teen accused of statutory rape again

myfox8.comMan charged with sexually assaulting teen accused of statutory rape againGREENSBORO, N.C. (WGHP) — A man who was given a multi-million dollar bond for sex crimes involving a teenage girl is facing new charges with a new victim. Ian Michael Charles, 38, was charged with …

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Triad school lights the night sky with drone show

myfox8.comTriad school lights the night sky with drone showHIGH POINT, N.C. (WGHP) — Friday night lights at T. Wingate Andrews High School is taking on a different look for Homecoming this year. “Nobody expected it. I mean, that was the exciting thin…

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Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders sue My Chemical Romance

myfox8.comDallas Cowboys Cheerleaders sue My Chemical RomanceThe legal dispute stems from the band’s opening-night performance on Oct. 21, when backup dancers appeared onstage wearing outfits resembling the cheerleaders’ signature blue-and-white …

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'Sexiest Man Alive' thought honor was a prank: People

myfox8.com‘Sexiest Man Alive’ thought honor was a prank: PeoplePeople has officially revealed its 2026 Sexiest Man Alive.

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Susan Saint James of 'McMillan & Wife,' 'Kate & Allie' dies: Reports

myfox8.comSusan Saint James of ‘McMillan & Wife,’ ‘Kate & Allie’ dies: ReportsThe Emmy winner had previously been diagnosed with cancer.

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Man who failed to appear at murder trial for crash that killed teen in Lexington in custody: Records

myfox8.comMan who failed to appear at murder trial for crash that killed teen in Lexington in custody: RecordsDAVIDSON COUNTY, N.C. (WGHP) — The man who is being charged with murder in a deadly 2023 crash that killed a 17-year-old motorcyclist is in custody after he failed to appear at his jury trial on Mo…

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Taylor Swift, Lyle Lovett and more inducted into Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame

myfox8.comTaylor Swift, Lyle Lovett and more inducted into Nashville Songwriters Hall of FameGeorge Strait was also honored with the Career Maker Award.

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Woman charged after allegedly shooting man in Wilkes County

myfox8.comWoman charged after allegedly shooting man in Wilkes CountyWILKESBORO, N.C. (WGHP) — A woman has been charged after a man was shot in Wilkesboro on Monday, deputies say. According to the Wilkes County Sheriff’s Office, on Monday afternoon, police in …

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Claude AI reportedly bypassed paywall to access Georgia voter data

myfox8.comClaude AI reportedly bypassed paywall to access Georgia voter dataThe model reportedly bypassed a paywall to retrieve aggregate vote counts but didn’t access individual voter records.

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Helium shortage sparks warning from US industry leader

myfox8.comHelium shortage sparks warning from US industry leaderThe federal government’s decision to designate helium as a critical material could unlock new financing opportunities.

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Days will get way shorter in November: How much daylight we'll lose

myfox8.comDays will get way shorter in November: How much daylight we’ll loseWe’re about to have fewer daylight hours as the calendar flips to November.

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Crash shuts down Cone Boulevard in both directions in Greensboro

myfox8.comCrash shuts down Cone Boulevard in both directions in GreensboroGREENSBORO, N.C. (WGHP) — Cone Boulevard is closed in both directions on Tuesday morning due to a crash, according to the Greensboro Police Department. Cone Boulevard is currently closed between Or…

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Ex-Charlotte Checkers owner pleads guilty to $4.5 million in tax fraud

myfox8.comEx-Charlotte Checkers owner pleads guilty to $4.5 million in tax fraudKahn owned the Checkers from 2006 until 2024, when Zawyer Sports & Entertainment acquired the controlling stake in the AHL team.

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VIDEO: 1 dead as tractor-trailers crash on I-85 in North Carolina

myfox8.comVIDEO: 1 dead as tractor-trailers crash on I-85 in North CarolinaA man was killed in an overnight crash involving two tractor-trailers on Interstate 85.

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2 more teens charged with murder in shooting death of 4-year-old in North Carolina

myfox8.com2 more teens charged with murder in shooting death of 4-year-old in North CarolinaCHARLOTTE, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — Police have charged two more 17-year-olds in the deadly shooting of 4-year-old Caleb Flax, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police say. On Thursday, Oct. 22, detectiv…

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17-year-old charged in hit-and-run killing of 6-year-old girl in North Carolina

myfox8.com17-year-old charged in hit-and-run killing of 6-year-old girl in North CarolinaCHARLOTTE, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — A 17-year-old has been charged in a hit-and-run that killed a 6-year-old elementary school student in northeast Charlotte, police say. Police said Mariana …

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North Carolina among states suing Dollar General for overcharging customers

myfox8.comNorth Carolina among states suing Dollar General for overcharging customersThe complaint alleges Dollar General charged customers more at the register than the prices listed on shelves and price tags.

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Sunny with a high of 74 on Tuesday in the Triad

myfox8.comSunny with a high of 74 on Tuesday in the TriadPIEDMONT TRIAD, N.C. (WGHP) — It’s going to be another pretty day with sunny skies and highs in the mid-70s. The evening starts out clear, but we’re expecting scattered clouds to develo…

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North Carolina 'Jeopardy' winner, former YouTube star accused of child sex crimes

myfox8.comNorth Carolina ‘Jeopardy’ winner, former YouTube star accused of child sex crimesNearly three months after being convicted of installing secret cameras in a rental home, a two-day “Jeopardy” champion from Raleigh is facing child pornography charges, court records sh…

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Possible settlement in North Carolina eCourts wrongful detention lawsuit

myfox8.comPossible settlement in North Carolina eCourts wrongful detention lawsuitRALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — Attorneys representing North Carolinians who say they were wrongfully arrested or held in jail too long following the rollout of the state’s eCourts system are asking a feder…

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12-year-old boy killed in UTV crash in North Carolina

myfox8.com12-year-old boy killed in UTV crash in North CarolinaFOUR OAK, N.C. (WNCN) — The Four Oaks community is mourning the loss of a 12-year-old boy after a devastating UTV crash Sunday. According to the Johnston County Sheriff’s Office, 12-year-old …

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Jay-Z chooses himself for Super Bowl halftime show

myfox8.comJay-Z chooses himself for Super Bowl halftime showThe man who has helped produce the Super Bowl halftime show is stepping into the spotlight.

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South Carolina man accused of sexually assaulting teen girl after abducting her

myfox8.comSouth Carolina man accused of sexually assaulting teen girl after abducting herOCONEE COUNTY, S.C. (WSPA) — A 49-year-old Fair Play man remains in jail following his arrest on charges of kidnapping and first-degree criminal sexual conduct involving a minor. The Oconee C…

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What is brainstacking, and can it really help your mind?

myfox8.comWhat is brainstacking, and can it really help your mind?TikTok’s latest trend claims to help combat brain rot and reduce doomscrolling with analog hobbies.

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Nicki Minaj's role in Trump's political circle divides fans

myfox8.comNicki Minaj’s role in Trump’s political circle divides fansIn 2020, during his first term, Minaj said she would not “jump on the Donald Trump bandwagon.”

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Senate braces for nasty fight over seating Peltola in Alaska Senate seat

myfox8.comSenate braces for nasty fight over seating Peltola in Alaska Senate seatSenators are bracing for a potential floor fight over accepting the results of the Alaska Senate race between incumbent Sen. Dan Sullivan (R) and former Rep. Mary Peltola (D) — and perhaps other ba…

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Frustrated farmers could become a midterm problem for Republicans

myfox8.comFrustrated farmers could become a midterm problem for RepublicansFarmers are a key voting group for Republicans, but their votes could be on the line, with the Iran war and President Trump’s tariff and trade wars driving up production costs along with diesel and…

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2 hurt in crash on East Gate City Boulevard in Greensboro

myfox8.com2 hurt in crash on East Gate City Boulevard in GreensboroGREENSBORO, N.C. (WGHP) — The Greensboro Police Department is investigating a crash that left two people injured late Monday night. At around 8:59 p.m. on Monday, officers came to the 1400 block of…

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'Serious injuries' reported in crash on east side of Greensboro

myfox8.com‘Serious injuries’ reported in crash on east side of GreensboroGREENSBORO, N.C. (WGHP) — The Greensboro Police Department is investigating a crash at an intersection involving “serious injuries” that took place on Monday night. At around 6:55 p.m. …