We all know and love Cocky!! Dive into the rich history of the University of South Carolina's spirited mascot. From his debut in 1980 to becoming a fan favorite, explore Cocky's journey and legacy. In ...

HOUSTON — Students at the University of Houston gathered Monday night to honor one of their own. A vigil was held for 20-year-old Jade McKissick, a college junior whose body was recovered from Brays ...

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HOUSTON — A University of Houston student who had been missing since last week was found dead, according to the Houston Police Department. The body of Jade "Sage" McKissic was pulled from Brays Bayou ...

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Marie Laurence Estelle (Giard) Wells passed away peacefully on September 2, 2025, at home, surrounded by family. She was born to Joseph Victor Emmanuel Giard and Rose Amande Victoria (Charboneau) ...

The Durham Committee on the Affairs of Black People (DCABP) has endorsed almost a full slate of incumbents in the 2025 mayoral and city council elections. The influential committee is backing ...

The Warren County Board of Commissioners, during its Monday night meeting, formed a committee charged with helping the Soul City Volunteer Fire Department and its board of directors complete tasks ...

Phyllis Estelle Pryor Morris, 78, formerly of Gloucester and resident of Williamsburg, died on Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2025. The funeral service was held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 10, at New Mt. Zion ...

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