www.youtube.com – WRAL – 2025-01-15 03:32:33

SUMMARY: Raleigh Police arrested 59-year-old Eva Trelles, charging her with felony burning of an unoccupied commercial structure after a fire severely damaged the popular downtown bar, House of Art, last week. Trelles, who has prior arson convictions in New York, was linked to the fire through surveillance footage showing a woman near the site before the flames erupted. The fire occurred early in the morning, with firefighters responding to a nearby scene when they noticed the blaze. Community support is strong, with a benefit concert generating over $27,000 to help rebuild the venue. Investigators are still probing the motive behind the fire.

Fifty-nine-year-old Eva Torrellas is facing felony charges and police say she is the woman seen on surveillance video moments before a popular downtown Raleigh bar went up in flames. WRAL’s Aaron Thomas explains what we know about the fire and the community response.

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ncnewsline.com – Jennifer Gerson – 2025-01-14 11:35:00

SUMMARY: The Supreme Court heard arguments on January 10 regarding a federal law that could force TikTok to either be banned in the U.S. or have its Chinese parent company sold to non-Chinese owners. TikTok argues this law violates First Amendment rights, while the government cites national security concerns. A recent Pew survey shows only 32% of Americans support a ban, down from 50% earlier. TikTok, popular among younger users, has become a significant news source. The case stems from the 2024 Protecting Americans from Foreign Controlled Applications Act, aimed at apps from countries identified as foreign adversaries.

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www.thecentersquare.com – By Alan Wooten | The Center Square – 2025-01-14 11:28:00

SUMMARY: Republican U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx from North Carolina has been appointed chairwoman of the House Rules Committee for the 119th Congress. Serving her 11th term, Foxx previously chaired the Committee on Education and Workforce. She expressed gratitude for the leadership role, emphasizing the Republican mandate to support President Trump’s agenda for a brighter future. Speaker Johnson praised her two-decade commitment and leadership as beneficial to the Republican Conference. Foxx’s impressive background includes roles in education and politics, marked by an unbroken election record. She is only the second woman to lead the Rules Committee, following Rep. Louise Slaughter.

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