One month after the murder of Iryna Zarutska on Charlotte’s light rail, the North Carolina Senate has passed Iryna’s Law, with Sen. Danny Britt providing remarks in support. The legislation now heads to the House for the next steps in the General Assembly process. Meanwhile, a federal appeals court has unsealed video footage connected to a 2019 Charlotte law enforcement shooting, drawing renewed public interest.

One month after the murder of Iryna Zarutska on Charlotte&rsquo;s light rail, the North Carolina Senate has passed Iryna&rsquo;s Law, with Sen. Danny Britt providing remarks in support. The legislation now heads to the House for the next steps in the General Assembly process. Meanwhile, a federal appeals court has unsealed video footage connected to a 2019 Charlotte law enforcement shooting, drawing renewed public interest.

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Senate Passes Iryna’s Law, Next Steps Ahead

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New crime data shows homicides are down in several North Carolina cities in 2025, signaling improvement after years of elevated violence in some urban areas. In international news with local impact, Asheville has been selected to host the 2026 G20 Finance Track meetings, bringing global attention and economic activity to Western North Carolina. Early voting continues statewide, with updated turnout numbers offering insight into voter participation trends ahead of the primary.

New crime data shows homicides are down in several North Carolina cities in 2025, signaling improvement after years of elevated violence in some urban areas. In international news with local impact, Asheville has been selected to host the 2026 G20 Finance Track meetings, bringing global attention and economic activity to Western North Carolina. Early voting continues statewide, with updated turnout numbers offering insight into voter participation trends ahead of the primary.

NC Homicides Decline; Asheville Lands 2026 G20 Meetings

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Tensions grow in Raleigh as lawmakers and state officials clash over the pace of Hurricane Helene recovery projects, with concerns raised about delays and accountability. On the federal front, former North Carolina Congressman Mark Walker was named to a Trump State Department role focused on global religious freedom. The Department of Public Instruction is also preparing updates to math standards aimed at better aligning classroom instruction with workforce demands. In the courts, a long-running lawsuit from bar owners over COVID shutdowns could shrink significantly, as nearly two dozen plaintiffs may be dismissed from the case.

Tensions grow in Raleigh as lawmakers and state officials clash over the pace of Hurricane Helene recovery projects, with concerns raised about delays and accountability. On the federal front, former North Carolina Congressman Mark Walker was named to a Trump State Department role focused on global religious freedom. The Department of Public Instruction is also preparing updates to math standards aimed at better aligning classroom instruction with workforce demands. In the courts, a long-running lawsuit from bar owners over COVID shutdowns could shrink significantly, as nearly two dozen plaintiffs may be dismissed from the case.

Helene Recovery Clash; Walker Gets State Dept Role

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A new North Carolina energy report warns that electricity rates could rise as demand surges statewide, driven by population growth and expanding industry. In election news, a judge struck down an order related to the State Board of Elections, ruling the board violated its own procedures. Early voting continues across North Carolina, with updated turnout numbers offering insight into voter engagement ahead of the primary. Meanwhile, the Department of Environmental Quality awarded $5.7 million for flood mitigation projects in western North Carolina to strengthen resilience after recent storms.

A new North Carolina energy report warns that electricity rates could rise as demand surges statewide, driven by population growth and expanding industry. In election news, a judge struck down an order related to the State Board of Elections, ruling the board violated its own procedures. Early voting continues across North Carolina, with updated turnout numbers offering insight into voter engagement ahead of the primary. Meanwhile, the Department of Environmental Quality awarded $5.7 million for flood mitigation projects in western North Carolina to strengthen resilience after recent storms.

Energy Rate Warning, Election Ruling, Early Voting Update

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Senate Passes Iryna’s Law, Next Steps Ahead

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