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Monday, December 22, 2025

Good Morning! On this day in 1836, the First Congress of the Republic of Texas established the General Land Office to "superintend, execute, and perform all acts touching or respecting the public lands of Texas."

While the Aggies fell short in the College Football Playoff, they won it all in volleyball, toppling No. 1 Kentucky for their first national championship. Get the details in today's Roundup.

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Riders Stuck Suspended on Roller Coaster

A new "tilt" roller coaster at an Austin amusement park malfunctioned Wednesday night, leaving two riders suspended at the top of a 130-foot vertical drop for nearly an hour before technicians resolved the issue and the ride concluded without further incident.

"Circuit Breaker," the first tilt coaster in Texas, opened for preview rides at the Circuit of the Americas racetrack in October. Park officials said that "a sensor triggered a ride delay," and family members of the two men stuck on the ride were reportedly told they "weren't strapped in correctly."

Amid conflicting reports from park officials, a witness called 911, and the men were medically evaluated after the ride concluded. One said he felt "lightheadedness and symptoms consistent with blood pooling," while the other reported "numbness in his upper leg."

"As with all amusement attractions of this sort, delays occasionally occur," read a statement from the park. "We regret the inconvenience and are glad that out of the 25,000 people that have ridden the coaster, only two have this badge of courage."

Texas Republicans Launch Anti-Sharia Caucus

Two Republican congressmen from Texas, Chip Roy of Austin and Keith Self of McKinney, have launched the "Sharia Free America" Caucus in the U.S. House "to counter the alarming rise of Sharia in the United States," according to a statement released Thursday.

Sharia is a system of civil and criminal law based on the tenets of Islam. While it governs daily life in countries like Iran and Afghanistan, some contend it has made inroads in Western countries with large Muslim populations.

"The American way of life is under siege by radicals from a culture waging war against our Constitution and Western values," Self said in a statement. Roy said that "Europe should be a wake-up call to America, showing what the spread of Sharia law looks like."

The pair have authored measures to ban foreign nationals who "adhere to Sharia," to designate the Muslim Brotherhood and CAIR as foreign terrorist organizations, and to restrict courts from enforcing judgments that rely on Islamic law.

A&M Volleyball Wins Championship

Texas A&M's volleyball team beat No. 1 Kentucky in straight sets yesterday to win their first national championship.

The 29-4 Aggies were down by five in the first set but edged out a 26-24 win over the Wildcats. They dominated the next two sets, winning 25-15 and 25-20.

En route to the title match, No. 3-seeded Texas A&M defeated Campbell, No. 6-seeded TCU, No. 2-seeded Louisville, No. 1-seeded Nebraska, and No. 1-seeded Pittsburgh.

Third-year coach Jamie Morrison called the win surreal. "We won the national championship, they are handing out T-shirts behind me, and I am still trying to take it all in," he said.

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➤ Cedar Hill: Ed Walker, president of the Texas chapter of the Christian Camp & Conference Association, claims that at least 173 youth camps do not have access to fiber internet service, a requirement passed in the aftermath of the deadly flash flood at Camp Mystic. (More)

➤ Baytown: A Harris County judge set a $3 million bond for Aundre Matthews, the 18-year-old student charged with the murder of classmate Andrew Meismer last week. The students got in a fight after Matthews reportedly accused Meismer of stealing a $21 vape pen. (More)

➤ Uvalde: The Texas Attorney General's Office ruled the city can withhold the 911 call records related to the self-immolation of Regina Santos-Aviles, a former staffer for U.S. Rep. Tony Gonzales (R-San Antonio). (More)

➤ Lubbock: A visiting judge ruled that Jason Corley should continue to serve as the commissioner for Precinct 2 after Lubbock County Judge Curtis Parrish removed him from office earlier this month, saying his congressional campaign prevented him from holding the office. (See Details)

➤ Iowa Park: A couple was arrested Thursday with packages addressed to nearly 60 local residents. Meanwhile, an analysis by SafeWise ranks Texas third in the nation in financial losses from porch piracy. (More)

➤ Austin: Police arrested a 49-year-old man accused of detonating numerous improvised explosive devices dating back to August. No injuries have been reported as a result of the explosions. (More)

➤ Laredo: Border Patrol apprehended the "suspected caretaker" of a stash house where authorities discovered 17 illegal immigrants last week. (More)

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➤ The Cowboys lost to the Chargers 34-17 on Sunday, a day after being eliminated from playoff contention. (More)

➤ The Texans held off the Raiders 23-21 on Sunday, with C.J. Stroud connecting with Nico Collins on a 24-yard catch to secure the win. (See Highlight)

➤ Texas high school football state championship week concluded Saturday, with Metroplex schools winning two of the three largest division titles against Houston area schools. (See Champions)

Yesterday's Results: NFL | NBA | NHL | NCAAM | NCAAW | Soccer | PGA

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➤ The San Antonio Zoo ranked No. 4 in the nation for its Christmas lights display, according to readers of USA Today. (More)

➤ Michaela Benthaus, a German aerospace engineer who was paralyzed in 2018, became the first handicapped person to reach space when she launched aboard a Blue Origin New Shepard rocket with five others from Van Horn on Saturday. (See Details)

➤ Magnolia Cafe in Austin was ranked the best diner in Texas by food website Chowhound. One of its most popular dishes is the giant gingerbread banana pancakes. (More)

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Monday, December 22, 2025

Good Morning! On this day in 1989, an arctic cold front had already pushed into central Florida, with bitterly cold temperatures in the teens and 20s gripping North Carolina and much of the Southeast. Snow began that evening in coastal Georgia and South Carolina, reaching North Carolina overnight—with record totals including 15.3 inches in Wilmington.

A new poll reveals North Carolina adults have a lukewarm view of public schools across the Tar Heel State. Learn more in Top Stories.

Today's sponsor, Dr. Steven Gundry, MD, is warning readers that a popular "healthy" breakfast food may be quietly disrupting gut health—and he's revealing the three breakfast foods he says to stop eating starting today.

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3.7M NC Residents to Travel for Holidays

Nearly 3.7 million North Carolinians are expected to travel at least 50 miles from home during the 13-day holiday season from Dec. 20 to Jan. 1, representing a 2.9% increase over last year.

Of those traveling, 3.3 million are driving (up 2.5%), about 200,000 are flying (up 2%), and roughly 192,000 are using other modes of transportation (up 11%). Nationwide, 89% of holiday travelers are expected to drive.

The surge comes as gas prices fall, with North Carolina averaging $2.73 per gallon and the national average dipping below $3 for the first time in four years.

Travelers are advised to avoid peak congestion times, such as afternoons and evenings on weekends and Dec. 26-28.

NC Adults Lukewarm on Public Schools

An Elon University poll released Wednesday suggests that North Carolina parents with children under age 18 grade traditional public K-12 schools more favorably than non-parents, though overall views of public schools remain lukewarm amid debates over funding and governance.

The survey, conducted from Nov. 19 to Dec. 1, included 800 adults and represents a statewide sample of voters and nonvoters.

About 44% of parents assigned schools an A or B, compared to 36% of non-parents, while 18% of parents assigned a D or F, versus 26% of non-parents. Parents also rated their local public schools higher, with 48% awarding A or B grades, compared to 44% of non-parents.

Respondents primarily blame state government (77% a lot/some) and local school boards (77%) when local public schools perform poorly, followed by principals (67%), parents (64%), and teachers (57%).

View the survey results here.

NWS Expands Marine Forecast Coverage

The National Weather Service will expand its coastal marine weather forecast coverage from 20 to 60 nautical miles offshore along the North Carolina coast beginning March 3. The change includes extended zones for the Atlantic Ocean and provides more detailed forecasts for mariners, boaters, and the fishing community.

The expansion aims to improve safety by delivering timely warnings for hazardous conditions farther from shore and by adding detailed wind, wave, temperature, and precipitation forecasts.

This enhancement supports better decision-making for offshore activities by allowing mariners to access hourly point-and-click forecasts for specific locations up to five days in advance.

The updated forecasts will be available on the NWS Wilmington and Morehead City office websites, as well as through marine apps and NOAA Weather Radio.

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Granola is "deceptively marketed" and could be affecting your gut: Walk into any grocery store and you'll see it on the shelf, clearly labeled as a "healthy" breakfast option. I'm talking about granola.

But according to Dr. Steven Gundry, a leading cardiothoracic surgeon and researcher with over 300 published breakthroughs, granola is "deceptively marketed" and filled with something he calls "digestive disruptors."

Click here to see the three breakfast foods Dr. Gundry says to stop eating today.

➤ Statewide: Gov. Josh Stein has extended the application deadline for the Renew NC Single-Family Housing Program to Jan. 31, giving Western North Carolina residents affected by Hurricane Helene more time to seek aid for repairing, reconstructing, or replacing damaged homes. (More)

➤ Statesville: A passenger texted "emergency landing" to a family member before the Cessna C550 carrying former NASCAR driver Greg Biffle and six others crashed near Statesville Regional Airport on Dec. 18. Investigators have recovered the cockpit voice recorder and are working to determine the cause of the crash. (More)

➤ Wilson: The funeral service for former North Carolina Gov. Jim Hunt, who died at 88 after serving 16 years as the state's governor, is set for 1 p.m. Dec. 26 at First Presbyterian Church in Wilson. The public is welcome with a reception to follow. (More)

➤ Asheville: The North Carolina Supreme Court upheld Scott Everett Ford's 2022 felony obstruction of justice conviction in a 2021 viral video case where he tried to run over homeless man Alex McPherson and his cat Thomas. (More)

➤ Durham: LRB Provisions, a new sandwich shop led by former Magnolia Grill chef Amanda Orser, opened Dec. 18 at the former site of The Dog House on Guess Road in Durham and sold out by 3 p.m. on opening day. (More)

➤ Duke University: A 39-year-old Duke University Hospital nurse, Jomil Uy Tugado, was arrested Dec. 18 on multiple sexual assault-related charges involving two incapacitated female patients in May and December 2025. He's being held without bond and is scheduled to return to court in January. (More)

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➤ The Carolina Panthers seized control of the NFC South after safety Lathan Ransom picked off Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield on the game's final drive to secure a 23-20 win. (Watch Video)

➤ No. 3 Duke men's basketball is no longer unbeaten after blowing a 17-point second-half lead to No. 19 Texas Tech on Saturday. (More)

➤ The Carolina Hurricanes lost after holding a three-goal lead for the second straight game on Saturday, falling 6-4 to the Tampa Bay Lightning. (More)

➤ Yesterday's Results: NFL | NBA | NHL | NCAAM | NCAAW | Soccer | PGA

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➤ Opponents are protesting a proposed 1,845-acre data center in Stokes County along the Dan River, citing threats to natural resources, water use, and historic sites. Commissioners will hear views on a rezoning request during a Jan. 12 public hearing. (More)

➤ Donna Clayton of Falcon Ridge Designs in Wake Forest creates custom wood and acrylic gifts, which she sells wholesale to tourist destinations. Among her top sellers is a delicate wooden Christmas ornament featuring a cardinal, the state bird. (Watch Report)

➤ Meanwhile, Asheville artist Jason Probstein handcrafts around 1,000 unique Christmas ornaments each year using his intricate glassblowing process. (See Photos)

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Top Doctor: "Oats are one of the best ways to fatten us up." For decades, Americans were told that oatmeal is the perfect healthy breakfast.

However, a new report reveals "oats are one of the best ways to fatten us up."

Dr. Steven Gundry exposes three "healthy foods" causing weight gain and reveals a groundbreaking discovery to help release excess calories instead of storing them as fat.

Click here to watch Dr. Gundry's full presentation before it's removed.

➤ Three major film and TV projects are expected to create 4,900 jobs and generate over $113 million in spending across North Carolina: Season 2 of The Hunting Wives (filming near Charlotte), new series RJ Decker (in New Hanover County), and the thriller Widow (recently completed filming across multiple counties). (More)

➤ TreeFest 2025, held Jan. 16-17 in Wilmington, will offer free native tree seedlings to residents to help restore the region's canopy after Hurricane Helene, with experts on hand to provide planting advice and resources for long-term forest recovery. (More)

➤ The 2025 National Gingerbread House Competition at Asheville's Omni Grove Park Inn features elaborate edible entries, with Mary Hulsman's whimsical "The Tiny Gnome Builders" winning the grand prize. The free display runs through Jan. 4. (See Photos)

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