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Army investigates after helicopters hovered near Kid Rock's swimming pool as he saluted

Army investigates after helicopters hovered near Kid Rock's swimming pool as he saluted

  • TRAVIS LOLLER and KRISTIN M. HALL Associated Press

The Army launched an administrative review after two helicopters on a training run hovered near the home of Kid Rock as the outspoken supporter of President Donald Trump saluted.

Birthright citizenship case at the Supreme Court hits close to home for immigrant mother

Birthright citizenship case at the Supreme Court hits close to home for immigrant mother

  • MARK SHERMAN Associated Press

The Supreme Court will hear arguments Wednesday over whether Trump's birthright citizenship order comports with the post-Civil War 14th Amendment and an 86-year-old federal law. 

What is Artemis 2? What to know about NASA's historic moon launch

What is Artemis 2? What to know about NASA's historic moon launch

  • Eric Lagatta USA TODAY

In a matter of days, three Americans and one Canadian will set their sights on heading toward the moon for the first time in more than half-a-century.

Trump says he has 'no problem' with Russian oil tanker bringing relief to Cuba despite blockade

Trump says he has 'no problem' with Russian oil tanker bringing relief to Cuba despite blockade

  • DARLENE SUPERVILLE Associated Press

"We have a tanker out there. We don't mind having somebody get a boatload because they need … they have to survive," Trump told reporters as he flew to Washington.

TSA pay may be coming, but airport delays could persist and ICE agents may not leave soon

TSA pay may be coming, but airport delays could persist and ICE agents may not leave soon

  • RIO YAMAT, JOHN RABY and MATT SEDENSKY Associated Press

Major U.S. airports continued to recommend Sunday that passengers arrive several hours early.

'No Kings' protests held to rally against Trump administration, in photos

'No Kings' protests held to rally against Trump administration, in photos

  • ASSOCIATED PRESS

The third round of “No Kings” protests against President Donald Trump's administration took place on March 28 across the U.S., with Minnesota hosting the flagship rally in St. Paul.

More US forces arrive in the Middle East as Houthis enter the Iran war

More US forces arrive in the Middle East as Houthis enter the Iran war

  • AAMER MADHANI, SAMY MAGDY, BEN FINLEY and JON GAMBRELL Associated Press

The Houthis could further hurt global shipping if they again target vessels in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait off the Red Sea.

'This City Was Black' explores culture, identity in New York | Hot off the Wire podcast

'This City Was Black' explores culture, identity in New York | Hot off the Wire podcast

    “This City Was Black” is a six-part narrative audio series that traces Black history in New York City.

    Trump signs executive action to pay TSA after Congress fails to agree on DHS funding

    Trump signs executive action to pay TSA after Congress fails to agree on DHS funding

      Johnson rejected a Senate bill and said House Republicans would seek to fund the entire department at current levels until May 22.

      NASA astronaut suddenly couldn't speak in space. He says medical scare remains a mystery

      NASA astronaut suddenly couldn't speak in space. He says medical scare remains a mystery

        Four-time space flyer Mike Fincke said he was eating dinner Jan. 7 after prepping for a spacewalk. Then, he couldn't talk.

        Savannah Guthrie to return to 'Today' on April 6 after mother's disappearance

        Savannah Guthrie to return to 'Today' on April 6 after mother's disappearance

          After a two-month absence sparked by her 84-year-old mother's apparent abduction, Savannah Guthrie will return to NBC's "Today" show next month.

          Senate approves funding for TSA and most of Homeland Security, but not immigration enforcement

          Senate approves funding for TSA and most of Homeland Security, but not immigration enforcement

            The deal, which the Senate approved unanimously without a roll call, next goes to the House, which is expected to consider it Friday.

            Judge temporarily blocks Pentagon from branding AI firm Anthropic a supply chain risk

            Judge temporarily blocks Pentagon from branding AI firm Anthropic a supply chain risk

              She also said she would block President Donald Trump's order that all federal agencies to stop using Anthropic and its chatbot Claude.

              Trump says he'll sign order to pay TSA agents as Congress struggles to reach funding deal

              Trump says he'll sign order to pay TSA agents as Congress struggles to reach funding deal

                Senators are reviewing a "last and final" Republican offer to end the funding impasse that disrupted travel.

                Local News

                Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for March 30

                Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for March 30

                Read through the obituaries published today in Franklin News Post.

                Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for March 29

                Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for March 29

                Read through the obituaries published today in Franklin News Post.

                Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for March 28

                Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for March 28

                Read through the obituaries published today in Franklin News Post.

                Kids invited to annual Cops and Bobbers event by Rocky Mount PD

                Kids invited to annual Cops and Bobbers event by Rocky Mount PD

                Kids age 12 and under are invited to cast a line for the chance to to win a variety of prizes.

                State & Regional

                Child dies in drowning in Virginia Beach Oceanfront hotel pool

                Child dies in drowning in Virginia Beach Oceanfront hotel pool

                Police responded to the 800 block of Atlantic Avenue following a report of a drowning between 2:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. Sunday.

                So many bills, so little time: Work shifts to Spanberger

                So many bills, so little time: Work shifts to Spanberger

                More than 750 bills and resolutions adopted by the General Assembly this year have landed on Gov. Abigail Spanberger's desk, with about 400 yet to arrive.

                An amputee cornhole champ is accused of murder. His Tesla may have filmed him do it.

                An amputee cornhole champ is accused of murder. His Tesla may have filmed him do it.

                Dayton Webber, a quadruple amputee cornhole champion, is accused of fatally shooting a friend in his car. That car, a Tesla, may have valuable footage of the crime.

                Virginia Republicans propose a gas tax holiday. Democrats blame Trump.

                Virginia Republicans propose a gas tax holiday. Democrats blame Trump.

                Virginia Republicans proposed a temporary tax break on fuel to save drivers money at the pump, but Democrats are not interested.

                Nation & World

                Army investigates after helicopters hovered near Kid Rock's swimming pool as he saluted

                Army investigates after helicopters hovered near Kid Rock's swimming pool as he saluted

                The Army launched an administrative review after two helicopters on a training run hovered near the home of Kid Rock as the outspoken supporter of President Donald Trump saluted.

                Birthright citizenship case at the Supreme Court hits close to home for immigrant mother

                Birthright citizenship case at the Supreme Court hits close to home for immigrant mother

                The Supreme Court will hear arguments Wednesday over whether Trump's birthright citizenship order comports with the post-Civil War 14th Amendment and an 86-year-old federal law. 

                What is Artemis 2? What to know about NASA's historic moon launch

                What is Artemis 2? What to know about NASA's historic moon launch

                In a matter of days, three Americans and one Canadian will set their sights on heading toward the moon for the first time in more than half-a-century.

                Trump says he has 'no problem' with Russian oil tanker bringing relief to Cuba despite blockade

                Trump says he has 'no problem' with Russian oil tanker bringing relief to Cuba despite blockade

                "We have a tanker out there. We don't mind having somebody get a boatload because they need … they have to survive," Trump told reporters as he flew to Washington.

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                Franklin County considers 7-cent real estate tax increase

                Franklin County considers 7-cent real estate tax increase

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                Get Healthy. Changing your regular running routine every now and then doesn’t just offer variety, it can be good for your body, mind and soul

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                Get Healthy Eat Well: 7 shocking sources of hidden sugars

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                Get Healthy Take Care: Cold therapy in your shower

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                5 Best THC Gummies of 2025

                Affiliate content. Find the best options for THC gummies in 2025. 

                Data: Americans Spending Less Time, More Money on Shopping

                Data: Americans Spending Less Time, More Money on Shopping

                Buying things takes less time these days — you can have your week’s groceries, a new outfit and a used car headed to your front door in a matter of hours, thanks to technology. But this convenience comes with a price. New data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics reveals fewer people are shopping on...

                Some Big Stores Are Cutting Prices to Woo Back Grocery Shoppers

                Some Big Stores Are Cutting Prices to Woo Back Grocery Shoppers

                Now that grocery inflation seems to have eased, retailers are clamoring to offer more and better discounts that will get shoppers back to their stores this summer. With an announcement Wednesday, Walgreens joined a growing list of national brands, which also includes Target and Amazon Fresh, that are touting price cuts on an array of...

                Candy prices are up. Here’s why, and how to save on Halloween

                Candy prices are up. Here’s why, and how to save on Halloween

                Beyond overall inflation, which rose 3.7% year over year since September 2023, there are a few more reasons why candy is so expensive right now. 

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                Winter Risk Index: How Seasonal Weather Increases Senior Injury Rates

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                Handling a Car Accident In and Outside of Franklin County

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                Crime

                Blacksburg elementary principal among 17 men arrested in prostitution case

                Blacksburg elementary principal among 17 men arrested in prostitution case

                Kipps Elementary Principal Mark Crummey was among 17 men arrested at a Christiansburg hotel last week. 

                Rocky Mount man charged with killing his brother

                Rocky Mount man charged with killing his brother

                Authorities found the body of Charles Arthur Smith Jr. on March 17, after he had been reported missing.

                Roanoke police officer needlessly shot intellectually disabled man: lawsuit

                Roanoke police officer needlessly shot intellectually disabled man: lawsuit

                A $10 million lawsuit accuses a former Roanoke police officer of shooting and seriously wounding an intellectually disabled man who was unarmed during a 2024 encounter.

                Richmond judge says evidence was destroyed in a whistleblower suit. How did we get here?

                Richmond judge says evidence was destroyed in a whistleblower suit. How did we get here?

                This stems from the missing cellphone of ex-city spokesperson Petula Burks, who fired Connie Clay, the city’s former Freedom of Information Act officer, in 2024.

                Politics

                So many bills, so little time: Work shifts to Spanberger

                So many bills, so little time: Work shifts to Spanberger

                More than 750 bills and resolutions adopted by the General Assembly this year have landed on Gov. Abigail Spanberger's desk, with about 400 yet to arrive.

                Virginia Republicans propose a gas tax holiday. Democrats blame Trump.

                Virginia Republicans propose a gas tax holiday. Democrats blame Trump.

                Virginia Republicans proposed a temporary tax break on fuel to save drivers money at the pump, but Democrats are not interested.

                Lawmakers warn Martinsville Speedway could face future race losses amid industry pressure

                Lawmakers warn Martinsville Speedway could face future race losses amid industry pressure

                One of NASCAR’s oldest and most storied venues could again be at risk of losing major race dates, a concern driving the creation of a new Virginia Motorsports Caucus aimed at preserving the sport’s future across the state.

                Franklin County considers 7-cent real estate tax increase

                Franklin County considers 7-cent real estate tax increase

                Supervisors in Franklin County are considering increasing the real estate tax rate up to 7 cents as they look for ways to balance the budget in the upcoming fiscal year. 

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