Man Accused of Using Stolen Identity to Buy Camaro Arrested at Smithfield Dealership

Smithfield, NC — A suspected identity thief was arrested after allegedly trying to finance a Chevrolet Camaro using a stolen identity at a Johnston County dealership, with employees stopping the deal before…

Johnston County man charged with first-degree kidnapping and strangulation in Smithfield

Smithfield Police Department files multiple felony charges in case now moving through Johnston County courts. Smithfield, North Carolina – A Johnston County man is facing multiple felony charges, including first-degree kidnapping and…

Chinese-owned Smithfield Foods buys iconic Nathan’s Famous in $450 million deal

NEW YORK, NY – Nathan’s Famous, the 108-year-old Coney Island hot dog brand synonymous with classic American food culture, has been sold to Smithfield Foods, the U.S. meat-processing giant owned by Hong…

Smithfield man kicks off New Year with $100K Virginia Lottery win

SMITHFIELD, VA — Richard Bellew, a retired U.S. Navy officer, started the new year with a $100,000 win playing the Virginia Lottery’s Knight’s Bounty online game. On the morning of January 1,…

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Manhunt for Smithfield Murder Suspect Underway

SMITHFIELD, NC – Smithfield police are actively searching for 20-year-old Markyse Naijae McCain, wanted for first-degree murder following a shooting at Johnson Court Apartments. The incident occurred at 4:55 p.m. on Monday,…

Smithfield Man Sentenced to Three Life Sentences for Human Trafficking

RALEIGH, N.C. – A Smithfield man was sentenced today to three consecutive life sentences in prison for conspiracy to commit sex trafficking by force, fraud, or coercion and of a minor; sex…

Smithfield man convicted for sex trafficking young girls

RALEIGH, N.C. – A federal jury convicted a Smithfield man Friday of conspiracy to commit sex trafficking by force, fraud, or coercion and of a minor; sex trafficking by force fraud and…

Virginia man says it was fate after winning $100K lottery prize

A quick stop at a local convenience store turned into a life-changing moment after a Virginia man scratched off a ticket worth $100,000. RICHMOND, Va. — A Smithfield man is celebrating after…

Former North Carolina Senate Candidate Arrested on Stalking Charges

Smithfield, NC — A former Republican candidate for the North Carolina Senate now faces criminal charges after Johnston County authorities accused her of repeatedly harassing and stalking another person, allegations that include…

Drive-In Movie Theaters Are Still a Short Road Trip Away for Most People in Northeastern U.S.

Drive-in movie theaters may seem like a relic of the past, but across the U.S. Northeast, a handful of these nostalgic spots are still going strong, offering classic cinema under the stars.…

EXCLUSIVE: Liquor Monopoly Fueled Effort To Help Chinese-Owned Company Flagged As National Security Risk

An Ohio economic development agency worked with a Chinese-owned company identified as a potential national security risk to establish a facility in the state, according to communications reviewed by the Daily Caller…

Fugitive Arrested, Arraigned in Multi-State Burglary Ring

Barrera Garrido, a Chilean national, was arrested in Grove City, OH, on March 11, 2024. He had been sought since December 13, 2023, when a federal indictment was returned against him; he…

Kristi Noem Signed Law Exempting Massive Chinese Communist-Linked Company From Land Leasing Ban

Republican South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem signed legislation earlier this month banning companies based in six adversarial countries, including China, from owning or leasing agricultural land that contains a carveout for a…

Man on Parking Garage Ledge Causes Stir in Downtown Pittsburgh

PITTSBURGH, PA – A recent disturbance in the downtown area of Pittsburgh led to the police, fire, and EMS departments being alerted to a potential crisis on Smithfield Street. Reports came in…

ACLU Tells School Board It Has A ‘Legal Obligation’ To Conceal Students’ Gender Transitions

ACLU Tells School Board It Has A ‘Legal Obligation’ To Conceal Students’ Gender Transitions Reagan Reese on May 2, 2023 The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of Rhode Island advised a school…

Providence Man Sentenced in Scheme to Defraud Home Depot

PROVIDENCE – A Providence man who admitted to participating in a conspiracy that defrauded Home Depot out of more than one half-million dollars in tools and building supplies was sentenced today to…

Celebrate the Great American Takeout and Support CORE on March 24

Smithfield Culinary to donate $10 to national non-profit for each social post using #TheGreatAmericanTakeout Brentwood, TN (RestaurantNews.com) Give yourself an excuse to take a break from the kitchen and help a great…

Roy Rogers Brings Bold New Flavor to Its Menu With Launch of Big Sky Burger

Big sky burger New Sandwich Tops Ever-Popular Burger with Smithfield® Pulled Pork, Beer Battered Onion Rings and Duke’s® Georgia Sweet Heat Barbecue Sauce For a Zesty, Succulent Taste Profile Frederick, MD (RestaurantNews.com) …

Roy Rogers Restaurants Announces Latest Limited Time Offers

Beer battered cod sandwich Western-themed QSR Brings Back Beer Battered Cod & Mint Chip Shake; Introduces Smoked Sausage Breakfast Sandwich Frederick, MD (-) Roy Rogers Restaurants, the western-themed quick-service restaurant chain, is…

Providence Man Admits Role in Scheme to Defraud Home Depot

PROVIDENCE – A Providence man has pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit wire fraud, having been charged for his role in a scheme that defrauded Home Depot out of approximately $600,000 in…

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