Lawmakers are urging Governor Stein to deploy the National Guard to Charlotte amid rising crime concerns, citing strained local law enforcement resources. Congressman Dan Bishop is expected to be appointed U.S. Attorney for the Middle District of North Carolina, marking a significant federal shift for the longtime Mecklenburg County Republican. FEMA has approved $155 million in additional funding for Hurricane Helene recovery efforts in western North Carolina. Meanwhile, a November 19 injunction hearing has been scheduled in the lawsuits challenging the state’s newly approved congressional map.

Lawmakers are urging Governor Stein to deploy the National Guard to Charlotte amid rising crime concerns, citing strained local law enforcement resources. Congressman Dan Bishop is expected to be appointed U.S. Attorney for the Middle District of North Carolina, marking a significant federal shift for the longtime Mecklenburg County Republican. FEMA has approved $155 million in additional funding for Hurricane Helene recovery efforts in western North Carolina. Meanwhile, a November 19 injunction hearing has been scheduled in the lawsuits challenging the state&rsquo;s newly approved congressional map.

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Lawmakers Seek Guard in Charlotte, Bishop to Be U.S. Attorney, $155M Helene Aid

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A judge has dismissed a petition seeking to remove the Mecklenburg County sheriff from office, bringing an end—at least for now—to a high-profile legal challenge over leadership and accountability. At the same time, North Carolina’s child care task force is focusing on workforce shortages and affordability concerns as demand for care continues to outpace supply. In disaster recovery news, $116 million in additional Hurricane Helene aid is headed to North Carolina, while Governor Stein and Senator Ted Budd say more federal assistance is still needed. Meanwhile, U.S. Attorney Russ Ferguson and state officials are seeking to block the legislature’s release of records tied to the Iryna Zarutska case, setting up another separation-of-powers dispute.

A judge has dismissed a petition seeking to remove the Mecklenburg County sheriff from office, bringing an end&mdash;at least for now&mdash;to a high-profile legal challenge over leadership and accountability. At the same time, North Carolina&rsquo;s child care task force is focusing on workforce shortages and affordability concerns as demand for care continues to outpace supply. In disaster recovery news, $116 million in additional Hurricane Helene aid is headed to North Carolina, while Governor Stein and Senator Ted Budd say more federal assistance is still needed. Meanwhile, U.S. Attorney Russ Ferguson and state officials are seeking to block the legislature&rsquo;s release of records tied to the Iryna Zarutska case, setting up another separation-of-powers dispute.

Judge Tosses Sheriff Removal Bid; $116M Helene Aid on the Way

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A hearing is scheduled for today on a petition seeking the removal of the Mecklenburg County sheriff. State officials have also outlined plans to distribute a $213 million rural health award, as lawmakers simultaneously consider possible SNAP waivers aimed at expanding flexibility in food assistance programs. Separately, a new analysis revisits the original promises of the North Carolina Education Lottery, raising questions about whether it has fully delivered on funding expectations for schools. North Carolina is joining a growing number of states moving to limit screen time in classrooms amid concerns about student learning and development.

A hearing is scheduled for today on a petition seeking the removal of the Mecklenburg County sheriff. State officials have also outlined plans to distribute a $213 million rural health award, as lawmakers simultaneously consider possible SNAP waivers aimed at expanding flexibility in food assistance programs. Separately, a new analysis revisits the original promises of the North Carolina Education Lottery, raising questions about whether it has fully delivered on funding expectations for schools. North Carolina is joining a growing number of states moving to limit screen time in classrooms amid concerns about student learning and development.

Sheriff Removal Hearing Today, Rural Health Funds, Education Lottery

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A hearing is scheduled for Thursday on a petition seeking the removal of the Mecklenburg County sheriff, a move that could escalate tensions between lawmakers and local law enforcement leadership. A new report warns that tariffs could have a major economic impact on North Carolina agriculture, potentially costing farmers up to $700 million and threatening 8,000 jobs statewide. Meanwhile, State Auditor Dave Boliek is calling for a voter roll investigation after questions were raised about a U.S. Senate candidate’s listed address.

A hearing is scheduled for Thursday on a petition seeking the removal of the Mecklenburg County sheriff, a move that could escalate tensions between lawmakers and local law enforcement leadership. A new report warns that tariffs could have a major economic impact on North Carolina agriculture, potentially costing farmers up to $700 million and threatening 8,000 jobs statewide. Meanwhile, State Auditor Dave Boliek is calling for a voter roll investigation after questions were raised about a U.S. Senate candidate&rsquo;s listed address.

Sheriff Removal Hearing Set; Tariffs Threaten NC Farms; Boliek Seeks Voter Roll Probe

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Lawmakers Seek Guard in Charlotte, Bishop to Be U.S. Attorney, $155M Helene Aid

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