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The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has surpassed a death toll of 2,000 people, with published data showing over 4,381 confirmed cases. Experts noted that while the crisis is escalating rapidly in the DRC due to adverse conditions like conflict and limited access, average Americans face very little threat from Ebola because transmission requires close physical contact. Instead, viruses such as measles, influenza, RSV, and SARS-CoV-2 pose more immediate public health concerns for residents of the United States.

A judge has not immediately ruled on a lawsuit seeking the release of a $1.2 million internal report on UNC's controversial School of Civic Life and Leadership (SCiLL). The university and news media organizations dispute whether the report qualifies as a public record, with UNC arguing it contains attorney work product related to potential litigation.

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill's football team may face an investigation by the College Sports Commission over potential violations of athlete compensation rules. The inquiry follows the administrative leave of football general manager Michael Lombardi, which the university and media outlets link to an unspecified HR complaint. Head Coach Bill Belichick is expected to address the media after practices resume.

Elizabeth Waddell, a 44-year-old North Carolina physical therapist, vanished during a trip to Grenada after being last seen at Grand Anse Beach. Authorities and her husband are leading a search with public assistance, as she was reported missing after a friend noticed her absence following a swim.

Peter Cancro borrowed $125,000 at age 17 to buy a small sandwich shop that later became Jersey Mike’s, a national chain with 4,000 locations. With help from his high school football coach, who provided the loan, Cancro transformed the business into a franchise worth $8 billion ahead of its IPO, making him a billionaire.

North Carolina's new budget delays Charlotte Water's plan to expand water transfers from the Catawba River basin to the Rocky River basin until 2028. The delay is part of a temporary moratorium on new interbasin water transfers to allow a University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill study on long-term water management.

The Defense Department has selected the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and Virginia Tech to host a revamped Senior Service College Fellowship for senior military officers. This marks the first universities approved after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth ended prior partnerships with top universities.

Michigan rural hospitals are closing or cutting services, including Sturgis Hospital which shut down after 100 years. Over 200 rural hospitals nationwide have closed or reduced services since 2005, with 11 in Michigan ending labor and delivery since 2010. Financial strain, lower reimbursements for Medicare/Medicaid, and the One Big Beautiful Bill Act’s projected $1 trillion Medicaid cuts are cited as key factors.

Michigan State University President Kevin Guskiewicz reversed his decision to leave the university, citing unresolved issues with the board of trustees. He had previously announced plans to join Clemson University, but that offer was rescinded. Guskiewicz criticized the board for divisive behavior and a focus on past conflicts rather than future progress.

The NC STAR Network in North Carolina uses a hub-and-spoke model to expand access to addiction treatment by training primary care providers to administer medications for opioid use disorder (MOUD). The initiative involves partnerships with three medical hubs and community-based spokes, supported by federal funding and aimed at addressing opioid use disorder in rural areas.

An analysis of 52,322 public comments on a White House proposal to overhaul federal grantmaking found 95% opposition and 1% support. The study, conducted by researchers at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in partnership with STAT, used a large language model to assess sentiment and identify themes.

An anonymous abuse report targeted Buttigieg, but Michigan CPS did its job. The article is an opinion piece by two social work professors who previously worked in Michigan CPS and child welfare academia.

A first-of-its-kind analysis by The Intercept found that women in the Army are more likely to be killed by fellow service members than enemy combatants. Between 2011 and August 2025, at least 41 Army women died by homicide, with over half of perpetrators being current or former military personnel. Research suggests the military’s hypermasculine culture contributes to violence against women.

The Reflecting Pool on the National Mall is experiencing an algae infestation, with hydrogen peroxide treatments eliminating one species but allowing Scenedesmus, a green algae, to flourish. The National Park Service and Department of Interior have not disclosed water safety or test results, leading to public concern.

Clemson University appointed Kevin Guskiewicz as its 16th president, selecting him from Michigan State University where he has been president since March 2024. The board approved a $1.2 million salary for Guskiewicz, with payments split between taxpayer funds and Clemson’s private foundation, and his contract includes additional financial benefits.