North Carolina Representative Cecil Brockman has been charged with indecent liberties with a child, prompting bipartisan calls from both Democrats and Republicans for his immediate resignation. Meanwhile, John Lowery has been nominated to fill his brother’s vacant legislative seat during a pivotal political moment. The state’s Supreme Court is being urged to take up asbestos-related lawsuits involving a Charlotte tire manufacturer. As harvest season begins, North Carolina soybean farmers face challenges amid declining demand from China.

<p>North Carolina Representative Cecil Brockman has been charged with indecent liberties with a child, prompting bipartisan calls from both Democrats and Republicans for his immediate resignation. Meanwhile, John Lowery has been nominated to fill his brother&rsquo;s vacant legislative seat during a pivotal political moment. The state&rsquo;s Supreme Court is being urged to take up asbestos-related lawsuits involving a Charlotte tire manufacturer. As harvest season begins, North Carolina soybean farmers face challenges amid declining demand from China.</p>

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<p>The Carolina Journal News Hour on WBT focuses on state-wide news, politics, and business stories that impact the lives of the residents of Charlotte and all of North Carolina utilizing the exceptional resources of The Carolina Journal.</p>

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Brockman Charged, Lawmakers Urge Resignation, Soybean Struggles

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