A South Carolina Democratic official narrowly escaped death after being pulled from his blazing home in what authorities are investigating as a deliberate arson attack, with neighbours reporting hearing gunshots before the inferno erupted.
A prominent South Carolina judge faces criminal investigation after his house was destroyed in a blaze authorities are treating as suspicious, with the probe examining potential financial irregularities.
The residence of South Carolina Circuit Court Judge Diane Goodstein was levelled by a powerful explosion, prompting an urgent investigation into the cause of the devastating blast.
Emergency services across North Carolina are on high alert as the ghost of Hurricane Humberto and Tropical Storm Imelda converge, threatening widespread flooding and dangerous weather conditions across the state.
BBC Two's University Challenge faces awkward silence as both Durham and St John's College teams fail to identify basic classical compositions, leaving viewers astonished at the musical knowledge gap.
Yorkshire secure commanding innings win over Durham as Adam Lyth's century and Matthew Fisher's bowling masterclass seal victory inside three days at Headingley.
Paul Routledge shares his stark perspective on the challenges facing Seaham, County Durham, after a survey labelled it one of Britain's worst places to live.
Leading UK scientists and doctors condemn Robert F Kennedy Jr's 'inaccurate and misleading' statements about the NHS made during his debate with Donald Trump, warning they threaten public health.
Leading UK scientists from Durham University have issued a stark rebuttal to Robert F. Kennedy Jr's controversial assertion that ADHD is a 'non-existent' condition, warning his remarks could cause significant harm.
The body of 26-year-old Dezi Freeman has been recovered from the River Wear, bringing a tragic end to the search for the man last seen playing a late-night 'hunt game' with friends in Durham.
Durham University leads a controversial study backed by Cambridge and Oxford, aiming to diversify student intakes through 'contextual data', sparking debate on meritocracy in higher education.
Chelsea Carter, a dedicated house cleaner from North Carolina, has become an overnight sensation after winning a staggering $200,000 in the state lottery, proving that fortune can favour anyone.
A prisoner at HMP Frankland has been charged with murder after a fellow inmate was found dead in his cell. The victim, serving a life sentence, was discovered with serious injuries.
Convicted paedophile Harry Days, who was serving a 14-year sentence for horrific abuse of a toddler, has died in HMP Durham. The 96-year-old's death marks the end of a life marred by depravity.
Police launch massive manhunt for Neal Thompson, 44, after the discovery of Dezi Freeman's body in the River Wear. Durham Constabulary urges public vigilance as search intensifies.
England's cricket captain Ben Stokes faces renewed injury concerns ahead of the Ashes series, with a potential recurrence of his chronic knee problem during Durham's County Championship match.
England Test captain Ben Stokes is poised for a dramatic return to County Cricket with Durham, marking his first first-class appearance since 2022 to prepare for the summer's Ashes series.
Iryna Zarutska, a Ukrainian mother who fled the war for America, was tragically killed by a train in North Carolina. Her young son was found unharmed but alone at the scene, raising urgent questions about her journey and the media's portrayal of such trag
The mysterious disappearance of 21-year-old Dezi Freeman in County Durham sparks a murder probe. Police appeal for witnesses as community fears grow.
A major police search is underway for 34-year-old Dezi Freeman, last seen in County Durham. Authorities and family issue urgent appeals for information as concern grows.
Hampshire's Alex Lees delivered a masterful, emotional century against Durham on his return to the North East, marking a triumphant homecoming at the Seat Unique Riverside.
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer delivered a powerful tribute to his deputy Angela Rayner at the Durham Miners' Gala, praising her journey from care system to potential deputy prime minister in a major speech.
A major police manhunt is underway for 34-year-old Dezi Freeman, who vanished from County Durham. Authorities and family issue urgent appeals for information as concern grows.
A major police manhunt is underway for 24-year-old Dezi Freeman, last seen in County Durham. Authorities and family issue urgent appeals for information on his whereabouts.
Shocking new data analysis uncovers Britain's most deserted neighbourhoods, from abandoned London mansions to entire streets in the North East left eerily empty. The figures expose a stark housing divide.
House hunters in Stanley, County Durham, are left speechless by a four-bedroom property hitting the market for £240,000. The home features a jaw-dropping, psychedelic interior that has to be seen to be believed.
Former Countryfile host Matt Baker opens up about the deeply personal family crisis that forced the sale of their beloved Durham farm, revealing the toll of balancing TV fame with rural life.