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FBI says it disrupted a New Year’s Eve attack plan inspired by Islamic State group

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The FBI said Friday it disrupted a New Year's Eve attack plot targeting a grocery store and fast-food restaurant in North Carolina, arresting an 18-year-old man who authorities say pledged loyalty to the Islamic State group. Christian Sturdivant was charged with attempting ...

Three people displaced after late-night apartment fire

Updated at 9 a.m., Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026. A late-night apartment fire displaced three people but injured none on Tuesday, according to a representative from Lawrence-Douglas County Fire Medical. LDCFM’s McKenzi Ezell said via email that units were dispatched t0 2500 W. Sixth St. after ...