ROLLING FORK, Miss. (AP) — A powerful tornado cut a devastating path of at least 170 miles (274 kilometers) through Mississippi Friday night, killing nearly two dozen people and obliterating dozens of buildings, as it stayed on the ground for more than an hour.

'My city is gone:' Tornado kills 23, injures dozens and levels buildings across rural South

'Take cover now:' Tornado flattens parts of Mississippi, killing 13

A man is dead after an altercation with Lenoir County Sheriff deputies during the early hours of Saturday morning.

Suspect shot, killed in Kinston after aiming rifle at deputies 

A recent solar storm produced aurora seen as far south as New Mexico, space weather forecasts predict increased activity Saturday night as well.

Look up: More Northern Lights could be visible in NC tonight

Aurora borealis seen from the International Space Station

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — North Carolina State Treasurer Dale Folwell announced on Saturday he will run for governor in 2024, a bid that will likely require him besting Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson to earn the Republican nomination.

North Carolina treasurer running for governor in 2024

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The car, which measures 27 feet long, will be in Smithfield on Satuday, March 25 and in Raleigh on Sunday, March 26.

Oscar Mayer Wienermobile coming to the Triangle Saturday and Sunday

Cookout Christian and Ketchup Kaitlyn

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Luggage Coverage

NBC's Lindsey Reiser has details on travel chaos and lost luggage reports skyrocketing across the globe.

your bags are packed, you're ready to go. But where those bags go might be another story about $4000 worth of clothes, baby formula for our little daughter mar V Wright says she flew air France from Oregon to spain and after a chaotic carousel of flight changes her suitcase full of gifts, clothes and personal items was nowhere to be found. My mom is 83. She has dementia and I was hoping to have some time with her and go through some pictures that I printed for her while air France says they regret the current situation and apologized to customers concerned, marty says she still hasn't gotten her bag back 23 days later and her story isn't unique. Look at these airport images from Dublin and Amsterdam to new york and dc. When twitter user calling the scene a graveyard of lost bags, y'all this is in insane. And just this week, Delta flew a plane carrying 1000 stranded bags. No people from London's Heathrow Airport to Detroit. The reason why we're seeing so many lost bags is the same reason why we're seeing so many delayed flights is the same reason we're seeing so many long lines at the airport. A labor shortage across the economy and across airlines. According to the most recent air travel Consumer report in april, nearly 220,000 bags were lost or damaged in the US A jump of 135% since last year when fewer people were traveling. What should we do to make sure that our bags are going to be there when we land avoiding checking a bag is the single best thing you can do, but that's not realistic for many of us, So, experts say. Consider a small GPS tracking device. Take a picture of your valuables inside and know your rights. Not only are the airlines required to compensate you for lost bags up to $3800 for domestic flight and up to 1000 $780 from international flight, but they're also on the hook for any incidentals along the way, Making sure your summer plans don't grind to a halt Lindsay, riser, NBC news new york.

The summer of lost luggage frustrates travelers

Lost luggage

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They're still asking for passenger help, though. Conspicuously place your itinerary or business card inside your checked bag and remove all old bag tags and barcodes.

Airlines credit technology for getting leg up on lost luggage

"The general rule that we tend to tell people is that if you can spray it, spread it, pump it or pour it, it should go in your checked bag," states Jenny L. Burke, TSA Press Secretary.

Holiday foods TSA will and won't allow in a carry-on

The airport is encouraging passengers to anticipate delays and arrive early. 

Delaying baggage for 5 hours, RDU conveyor belt glitch fixed

Baggage conveyor belt glitch linked to delays at RDU airport's Terminal 2

If you roll through the airport with multiple bags or one really big one, it may be time to maximize space and learn to pack efficiently.

Paring back, efficient packing helps save on baggage fees

Since baggage fees can add $30 to $50 to an airline ticket, more and more travelers are going with just a carry-on.

Tuck and roll to maximize space in carry-on bags

Carry-on luggage

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Hard or soft luggage? Which is better?

5 on Your Side has a comparison of hard and soft luggage. Which one is best for you?