Julia Elbaba is a digital editor for NBC Local, where she helps shape daily coverage and drive audience engagement across platforms.
She focuses on breaking news, original storytelling and both local and national reporting.
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Dolly Parton locked away a song the world won't hear until 2045
An unreleased Dolly Parton track has been sealed inside a time‑capsule box in Dollywood since 2015. The song will not be revealed until 2045.
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North West says she wants to work at Starbucks next year
North West is building a music career at 13, but she is also thinking about something more ordinary for her future. Here is what she says she wants next.
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Taylor Swift reveals ‘I Knew You Were Trouble' was written as a ‘really sad ballad'
Taylor Swift explained how one of her most recognizable tracks unexpectedly changed direction during the studio process.
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Actor Michael Wright, star of ‘The Five Heartbeats,' dies at 70
Michael Wright, an actor known for his role in “The Five Heartbeats,” has died at 70, his family said in a statement.
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Serena Williams and Carlos Alcaraz to play U.S. Open mixed doubles with tickets just $68
Tennis legend Serena Williams is teaming up with seven‑time major champion Carlos Alcaraz in the mixed doubles field, which is slated to kick off Tuesday.
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300‑pound bear breaks into car in Colorado, dies after getting trapped inside
A 300-pound black bear died in Colorado after breaking into a parked car and becoming trapped inside, Colorado Parks and Wildlife says.
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Guide to the 2026 U.S. Open: How to watch, ticket pricing and full schedule
Grand Slam tennis is back in the United States. With the U.S. Open main draw starting on Aug. 30, here’s what you need to know about the tournament.
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Inside the 2026 Emmy Awards gift bag, from privacy services to musical lollipops
The Emmy Giving Suite offers presenters, performers and nominees a place to swing through for curated gifts.
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Post Malone is engaged to stylist Christy Lee
Post Malone is engaged to stylist Christy Lee, according to a series of celebratory social media posts shared by Lee’s friends.
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Simone Biles teases gymnastics comeback at training gym: ‘Just how I left it'
Biles posted a series of Instagram photos from the Texas gym where she grew up training, sparking fresh speculation about a possible comeback.
