Trump puts new Russia sanctions passed by Congress on hold, saying waiver is in US national interest
President Donald Trump signed an executive order that puts on hold a sanctions package targeting the Russian economy.
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Trump administration releases $550M for NC passenger rail project
Once completed, the S-Line could cut Raleigh-to-Richmond train travel by up to 90 minutes and provide more frequent passenger rail service. The post Trump administration releases $550M for NC passenger rail project appeared first on Carolina Journal.
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'Harlan Coben's Final Twist' host previews cases in 2nd season of true crime docuseries
Bestselling author Harlan Coben previews his role as host and executive producer of true crime docuseries "Harlan Coben's Final Twist," now streaming on Paramount+.
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Mooresville man, 19, charged with sexual exploitation of a minor after cyber tip
The Mooresville Police Department arrested Hunter Ryan Freeze and charged him with five counts of third-degree sexual exploitation of a minor.
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Retired CMPD major speaks out after officers accused of sending racist, sexist text messages
A former Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department major and Civil Service Board member says the department still has work to do.
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Six Flags Over Georgia roller coaster passed most recent inspection, state agency says
Georgia officials are investigating the tragic death of Hassan Kariem on Six Flags’ Goliath coaster, which passed inspection in March. The ride remains closed.
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Calls for transparency after an alleged racist text thread involving CMPD officers
WCCB has been asking the Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department to confirm whether six officers have been recommended for termination after the discovery of a racist text thread.
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GTCC fire academy helps trains firefighters as departments work to retain recruits
GTCC's fire academy is preparing new firefighters, while Pinecroft Sedgefield says the program has helped close staffing gaps and retain recruits.
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Woman rescued 20 hours after going overboard from cruise ship
A 44-year-old woman from El Salvador was rescued from the ocean off the coast of Greece nearly a day after she went overboard from a cruise ship, officials said.
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Calls mount for NC attorney general to review ‘rushed’ WakeMed-Atrium merger
Three weeks after a divided Wake County Board of Commissioners gave its approval for Atrium Health to merge with WakeMed, a coalition of health advocates, state employees and nonprofit groups says there are far too many unanswered questions. Wednesday’s news conference took place just hours before state Treasurer Brad Briner announced most Atrium facilities will […]
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CMPD asking for the public’s assistance locating missing person
A 58-year-old man is missing and the Charlotte–Mecklenburg Police Department is asking for the public's help.
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Unearthing North Carolina’s past while planning for its newest monument
At first glance, you might mistake the freshly dug hole on the State Capitol grounds in Raleigh for a shallow grave, especially so close to Halloween. But David Cranfield, an assistant state archaeologist with the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources, assured passersby Tuesday it was nothing so ghoulish. Cranfield and a team from the […]
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CMPD officer under investigation after simple assault arrest
A Charlotte–Mecklenburg Police Department officer has been arrested and is now under investigation.
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Social Security recipients to get 3.6% cost of living boost, an average of $75 per month
The Social Security Administration projects a 3.6% cost-of-living adjustment for older adults and people with disabilities starting in 2027. Some recipients say it won't offset rising prices.
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Gov. Stein inducts group of Triad leaders into Order of the Long Leaf Pine
Governor Josh Stein honors Triad leaders with The Order of the Long Leaf Pine, recognizing their service and contributions to North Carolina.
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Judge sides with 3 news outlets banned by White House, allowing access for now
WASHINGTON — A federal judge late Tuesday extended a block on a Trump administration ban of press passes for three news organizations, which will allow them to continue to enter the White House grounds while a legal challenge to the ban plays out. U.S. District Judge Timothy Kelly in a 26-page order rejected Department of Justice arguments […]
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WCCB asks CMPD about allegations of a racist text thread between officers
WCCB has submitted an open records request to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department to find out which officers the department has recommended for termination.
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Community members voice concerns at CMS board meeting
In the first board meeting since federal and state authorities started investigating Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools for financial irregularities, more than 50 people signed up to speak. Several people addressed the board, its decisions and its spending.
WCCB Charlotte
Mecklenburg County commissioners continue questions on $14.6 million Discovery Place Nature Museum loan
The county’s Board of Commissioners’ Ad Hoc Committee met on Tuesday to discuss the financial dispute and what comes next for the Discovery Place Nature Museum.
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NC attorney general creates new complaint tool for gas tax cheats
Days after Gov. Josh Stein signed legislation to suspend the state’s 41-cent per gallon gas tax, North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson put gas stations on notice to pass the savings along to consumers and not try to pad their own pockets. The North Carolina Department of Justice has launched a new online complaint form, […]
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