New North Carolina Democratic Gov. Josh Stein told lawmakers during his first State of the State address that he wants a Hurricane Helene aid bill on his desk and seeks to help make living expenses affordable across the state.

The woman who went viral for her warm interaction with Elon Musk at Donald Trump’s address to Congress says she was not “flirting” with the billionaire and said the scrutiny of her has been “awful.” Heather Valentino,

Governor Josh Stein addressed North Carolina Wednesday in his first State of the State Address. Much of Stein’s speech focused on Hurricane Helene relief, while also stating there is still work to be done.

Arkansas basketball squandered a 20-point lead but survived down the stretch, knocking off South Carolina in the first round of the SEC Tournament.

The University of Arkansas men’s basketball team survived and advanced Wednesday at the SEC Tournament. Eleven days after an embarrassing loss at South Carolina, the Razorbacks nearly blew a 20-point lead against the Gamecocks but held on for a 72-68 first-round victory at Bridgestone Arena.