www.youtube.com – ABC11 – 2025-06-16 12:08:08

SUMMARY: Residents in a Wilson, North Carolina neighborhood are expressing frustration after yet another round of flooding damaged homes and vehicles following heavy overnight rains. Water rose to knee level on Starship Lane, flooding driveways, cars, and apartments. One resident reported losing music equipment, furniture, and clothes for the third time due to recurring floods. The rising water even brought worms and snakes from a nearby pond into homes. Debris and trash were scattered as floodwaters receded, leaving many questioning why no long-term solution has been implemented. Residents are exhausted, facing repeated loss and cleanup efforts after each heavy rainfall.

“We have to throw everything out. This is my third time doing this.”

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www.youtube.com – ABC11 – 2025-06-15 21:26:40

SUMMARY: Jim Jenkins, a North Carolina baseball trailblazer and Negro Leagues player, exemplified resilience and excellence both on and off the field. His sons recall his superior skills—hitting, running, and catching—and how he faced challenges due to his skin color. Beyond baseball, Jenkins was a community father, teaching youths fundamentals and helping those in need. He shared a friendship with legend Hank Aaron, often attending Braves games with his family. His legacy endures through his children, who honor not just his athletic achievements but his kindness and humanity, inspiring future generations to carry on his impact.

James “Jim” Jenkins had a profound impact on the game of baseball as a trailblazer known in the Carolinas.

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ncnewsline.com – Hannah Friedman – 2025-06-15 05:00:00

SUMMARY: A scientist reflecting on the politicization of science warns that ideological influence undermines objectivity, breeds mistrust, and hampers public understanding. The FY2026 budget proposal cut NIH funding by about 40%, saving taxpayers $18 billion, but only 1.5% of the total federal budget, while increasing defense spending by 13%. These cuts severely impact states like North Carolina, where science drives $2.4 billion in tax revenue and thousands of jobs. The cuts target indirect costs vital for research infrastructure and diversity efforts, mistakenly seen as ideological rather than essential scientific practices. The author calls for unity to prioritize facts over politics and protect scientific progress for societal and economic health.

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