Dan Rather reflects on his early days listening to CBS News Radio, inspired by the likes of Edward R. Murrow and his team, who pioneered immersive and immediate reporting. Rather's own career in radio, including his work during the civil rights era, prepared him for the anchor chair of the CBS Evening News. He credits radio's immediacy and ability to convey complex stories without visual aids as key factors in its enduring impact on journalism and the country's understanding of major events. [... more]

The North Carolina legislature is considering property tax reform and electricity generation proposals, while the city of Rocky Mount faces a financial crisis due to mismanagement and excessive spending. The city's utility revenue is under scrutiny, with some lawmakers proposing a bill to restrict its use. Meanwhile, Charlotte is preparing to host the 2027 Military World Games, which is expected to have a significant economic impact on the region. [... more]

Faith-based investors can use their ownership to influence companies for good through corporate engagement, a process of talking with company management to encourage better policies and practices on issues that align with their values. [... more]

North Carolina's latest statewide audit of federal spending identifies questionable costs and reporting failures across multiple agencies. The audit resulted in 19 findings, including 18 related to federal awards and one tied to financial statement reporting. The state auditor's office will provide oversight for the $650 million stadium renovation project in Charlotte, the largest expense of public dollars in the history of the state. [... more]

The parable of the vineyard, as recorded in the Gospels, has sparked debate about the inerrancy of the Bible. Despite variations in reporting, the doctrine of divine inspiration suggests that the Spirit of God guided the writers, allowing for flexibility in translation and style, while maintaining factual accuracy. [... more]

A close race in North Carolina's Senate between Phil Berger and Sam Page remains unchanged after a machine recount in Rockingham and Guilford counties. The Berger campaign has until late afternoon to request a partial hand-eye recount, which could potentially expand to a full hand-eye recount of all 26,000 plus votes in the contest. [... more]

Biblical stories of overcoming, faith, and God's plan are shared through the lens of 11 heroes, including Gideon, Moses, Peter, Jonah, Elijah, and Jesus Christ, highlighting the importance of hope, encouragement, and spiritual growth in the face of adversity. [... more]

Details emerge about the terrorist attacks in both Norfolk and Michigan Students at Old Dominion University subdued the shooter without having to use weapons Iran's new Supreme Leader is reportedly unaware of the ongoing war in the Middle East and does not know he is the Islamic Republic's new leader Dearborn's local news takes the side of the terrorist when reporting commentary on the attack at the Michigan synagogue Thomas Massie defends Former Miss California and Hamas-lover Carrie PreJean Boller following her removal from Trump's Religious Liberty Commission in a way to get back at Trump Sec of War Pete [... more]

Believers can reframe their view of taxes as evidence of God's provision, rather than just an interruption to their finances. This mindset shift can lead to gratitude, humility, and trust in God's sovereignty. Christians can also apply biblical wisdom to their financial decisions, such as prioritizing integrity and honesty in their financial dealings. [... more]

The US military is making significant gains in the war against Iran, with a 86% reduction in missile launches and a 73% decrease in drone attacks. However, Iran is still launching attacks and the US is working to destroy their launchers. The UK is also getting involved in the conflict, with some politicians facing criticism for their handling of the situation. [... more]

North Carolina's early voting numbers are showing a significant increase, with over 420,000 votes cast through Tuesday. Dr. Andy Jackson from the John Locke Foundation discusses the implications of this trend and how it may impact Election Day. Meanwhile, the state's election management system is in need of modernization, with a bipartisan commission working to bring the system up to date. The commission aims to complete the overhaul by next summer, 2027. Additionally, six more JDIG projects were canceled by the North Carolina Department of Commerce's Economic Investment Committee, adding to a troubling long-term pattern of failed job creation targets. [... more]

Angels are created beings that work undercover, assisting and protecting Christians, while demons are fallen angels that hinder God's purposes and extend Satan's power. The devil, once a high-ranking angel named Lucifer, rebelled against God and now seeks to deceive and mislead humans. Understanding the spiritual world and the role of angels and demons is crucial in the battle between good and evil. [... more]

Craig Collins sits in for Dana Zohran Mamdani is sworn in as the Mayor of New York City CNN tried to press Independent Journalist Nick Shirley over his reporting about Somali daycares in Minnesota and got absolutely OWNED A drunk Andy Cohen trashes Eric Adams on CNN's New Years Eve show as a comedian makes a trans bathroom joke on the broadcast Social Media Influencer Alix Earle is caught flirting with Tom Brady at a New Year's party CBS Anchor Tony Dokoupil makes a statement admitting people don't trust the mainstream media Eric Swalwell threatens ICE with crimes in his [... more]

The Christmas story is a powerful reminder of God's love and sacrifice, as Jesus, born in a manger, came to redeem us from sin and offer us a relationship with God. Mary and Joseph, despite facing ridicule and hardship, trusted in God's plan and played a crucial role in Jesus' birth. As we reflect on the true meaning of Christmas, we are reminded that Jesus came to give us life, not just after death, but also during life, and that we can have a personal relationship with Him through faith and forgiveness. [... more]

Al Mueller, founder and CEO of Excellence in Giving, shares insights on how to approach generosity with both heart and wisdom, evaluating ministries well, and experiencing the joy of stewardship. He emphasizes the importance of intentional and strategic giving, and discusses the key things to consider when deciding where to give, including the ministry's problem-solving approach, measurable outcomes, leadership stability, and donor retention. [... more]

North Carolina's charitable donations have rebounded after a slump last year, with licensed charities collecting $48.14 million from July 2024 to June 2025, a $21 million increase from the previous year. The state's tax competitiveness has also been ranked 13th in the 2026 State Tax Competitive Index, with North Carolina performing well in corporate taxes and property taxes. However, the index recommends that the state reform its franchise tax and adopt permanent full expensing to improve its tax competitiveness. Meanwhile, the University of North Carolina system is considering tuition increases, with some universities already seeking increases citing strained budgets. A lawsuit is also ongoing regarding the state health plan's exclusion of certain treatments for transgender individuals, with all parties agreeing to put the case on hold until a similar case in West Virginia is decided. [... more]

A small group of North Carolina voters received incorrect letters about their voter registration status, but the state board of elections says it was an administrative error. The state is working to repair voter registration records, which will bring the state's voter rolls into compliance with federal and state law. Meanwhile, Charlotte has seen a high rate of property crime, and local leaders are being forced to address the issue. The city has seen a decrease in certain types of crime, but the public perception of safety remains a concern. The United States and South Korea have reached a trade deal that will lower tariffs on Korean auto imports, which will benefit North Carolina auto producers and consumers. Redistricting lawsuits are ongoing in North Carolina, and the state board of elections is working to resolve the issue before the December 1st deadline. The USDA is relocating its agricultural hubs to states like North Carolina, which has a thriving agricultural industry. [... more]

Republicans continue to have a higher approval rating than Democrats during the government shutdown Zohran Mamdani is now changing his story saying the aunt he cried about wasn't his aunt after all but his father's cousin Dana shares EXCLUSIVE reporting about how Mamdani was pocketing donations for a food distribution program A SNAP recipient goes viral for asking what would you do if I came to your house to go grocery shopping Dana reacts to Tucker Carlson's interview of Nick Fuentes Transgender rabbis for Zohran Mamdani ironically put out an ad supporting the New York City Mayoral Candidate Are you [... more]

Generosity is about more than dollars; it's about discipleship, financial literacy, and passing on wisdom along with wealth. A giving fund can be a powerful tool for generosity, allowing individuals to give easily and strategically, and involving family members in the process. Modeling generosity can also leave a spiritual legacy for future generations, and planning ahead can help families navigate the challenges of succession planning and wealth transfer. [... more]

Speaker Johnson unloads on Democrats for not reopening the government for the ninth time Liberals prepare for their No Kings protests on Saturday Democrat members of Congress attempted to barge into Speaker Mike Johnson's office Dana follows up on the Alec Baldwin crash drama Actress Keira Knightley laughs out loud after a reporter asked if she was aware that trans-allied people are boycotting Harry Potter because of J K Rowling Nancy Pelosi calls Trump the worst president in American history for America's children A new study shows how trans identification is in FREEFALL among young people proving it's not scientifically [... more]