Democrats Refer Kavanaugh Allegations To FBI, Deepening Divide Over His Nomination

Democrats Refer Kavanaugh Allegations To FBI, Deepening Divide Over His Nomination

Updated at 6:20 p.m. ET The White House is accusing Senate Democrats of an unfounded “11th hour attempt to delay” a vote on the nomination of Brett Kavanaugh to the U.S. Supreme Court. Sen. Dianne Feinstein of California, the ranking Democrat on the Senate Judiciary Committee, released a statement Thursday afternoon disclosing that she had referred “a matter” involving Kavanaugh to “federal investigative authorities.” Democratic sources said the “matter” involved allegations against Kavanaugh made by…

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RIVER FLOODING: Florence rewriting records

RIVER FLOODING: Florence rewriting records

Rainfall of one to two and locally three feet from Hurricane Florence continues to bring extensive, long-lasting, and in some cases record-setting river flooding across southeastern North Carolina. As feared, flooding is occurring in some areas that have never had flooding before.   HERE IS WHAT WE KNOW ABOUT THE LARGER, WELL-MODELED RIVERS… WE KNOW LESS ABOUT THE MANY SMALLER RIVERS AND STREAMS, BUT… rainfall tallies and other storm-related and pre-existing conditions suggest flooding will assume…

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RIVER FLOODING: Florence to rewrite records

RIVER FLOODING: Florence to rewrite records

Florence looks to rewrite the record books in terms of flooding in the Lower Cape Fear Region. (Source: WECT) Rainfall of one to two and locally three feet from Hurricane Florence will bring extensive, long-lasting, and in some cases record-setting river flooding across southeastern North Carolina. As feared, flooding will occur in some areas that have never had flooding before.   HERE IS WHAT WE KNOW ABOUT THE LARGER, WELL-MODELED RIVERS… WE KNOW LESS ABOUT…

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Historic river flooding expected from Florence

Historic river flooding expected from Florence

Record flooding is likely by Tuesday along the Northeast Cape Fear River in Burgaw. (Source: WECT) Major flooding is likely by Sunday along the Lumber River in Lumberton. (Source: WECT) Moderate flooding is likely by Tuesday along the Cape Fear River in Elizabethtown. (Source: WECT) Southeastern North Carolina is expected to get anywhere from 12 to 24 inches and locally higher amounts of rain over the next several days which will cause major to historic river flooding across…

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More than 181,000 in NC without power as massive storm Florence nears land

More than 181,000 in NC without power as massive storm Florence nears land

Hurricane Florence wasn’t expected to make landfall until Friday morning, but residents in coastal areas were already losing power as fierce gusts lashed the eastern edge of North Carolina. More than 181,000 residents and businesses, mostly in eastern counties, were without power as of 11:30 p.m., according to online updates from Duke Energy, the N.C. Electric Cooperatives and smaller utility companies. The surge in power outages along the coast was the result of gusts coming…

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Hurricane Florence: Save and print these emergency numbers

Hurricane Florence: Save and print these emergency numbers

Here’s where to go for help during Hurricane Florence: ▪ To report a power outage or a power line problem, call Duke Energy at 800-POWER-ON (800-419-6356). Espanol: 866-4APAGON ▪ To request help from the fire department, police or MEDIC, dial 911. Also call 911 if you find a tree or limb blocking a street. ▪ If you smell natural gas or have a natural gas emergency, call Piedmont Natural Gas at 800-752-7504. ▪ To call…

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Hurricane shelters — New Hanover adds a shelter Wednesday

Hurricane shelters — New Hanover adds a shelter Wednesday

A list of shelters and phone numbers for help in New Hanover, Brunswick and Pender counties during Hurricane Florence. NOTE: Some shelters may not have cots or beds. Residents should take cots, air mattresses or sleeping bags if they have them as well as other needed supplies. And don’t forget your medications! NEW HANOVER COUNTY All beach town residents are under mandatory evacuation orders, and residents who live in low-lying areas where flooding and storm…

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Want to help Hurricane Florence victims? Here are groups seeking donations.

Want to help Hurricane Florence victims? Here are groups seeking donations.

Hurricane Florence is expected to cause flooding and power outages across the Carolinas. Charities are seeking financial donations and volunteers to help with the aftermath of the storm. Some organizations are listed on Charity Navigator. You can also find groups vetted by the Better Business Bureau at give.org. The BBB advises not to donate to unfamiliar organizations without getting more information. BBB also urges donors to watch out for charities that sound alike: Take extra…

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Scenes From The Carolina Coast As Hurricane Florence Surges Ashore

Scenes From The Carolina Coast As Hurricane Florence Surges Ashore

Updated at 5: 23 p.m. ET Storm surges of 9 to 13 feet and rainfall up to 40 inches: those are two of the most dire warnings about Hurricane Florence’s effect on parts of North and South Carolina. Thousands have heeded evacuations orders; others are hoping to cope with the storm in their homes or at local shelters. Weather and emergency officials are warning people in Florence’s path not to interpret maps showing the location…

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'Tree Hill,' 'Dome' actors share support for Wilmington ahead of Florence

'Tree Hill,' 'Dome' actors share support for Wilmington ahead of Florence

Actors from locally filmed series like ‘One Tree Hill’ and ‘Under the Dome’ shared their support for the region on social media WILMINGTON – The Port City has seen many famous residents over the years as film and TV projects shot in the region and some of them have taken to social media to share their thoughts of the region as Hurricane Florence approaches. Most of the viral support came from the cast of The…

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Diabetes patients need extra hurricane preps

Diabetes patients need extra hurricane preps

NEW YORK (FOX5NY) – The frantic rush to prepare for a natural disaster is stressful for everyone but people with diabetes have an extra worry – protecting climate sensitive insulin and blood monitoring equipment. For people who are evacuees or are in an emergency situation, the CDC says it is of prime importance to identify yourself as a person with diabetes and any related conditions, so you can obtain appropriate care. It is also important…

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