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The Carolina Journal News Hour on WBT
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.
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NC Redistricting and DMV Online Renewals Surge
The North Carolina Senate has advanced a new congressional map, with Sen. Ralph Hise defending the proposal as fair and compliant with state law. The DMV has…
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AG Joins EPA Suit and NC Draft Map Shakes Up Districts
Attorney General Jeff Jackson has joined an EPA lawsuit challenging the federal government’s cancellation of a solar energy program, citing potential…
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Farmworker Wage Rule, New NC Map, $83M SNAP Audit
The U.S. Department of Labor has released a new rule revising how farmworker wages are calculated, a move expected to impact both agricultural employers and…
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Early Voting Begins, $6.5B Debt Forgiven, Court Issues Mixed Ruling
The North Carolina State Health Plan has issued a response following a recent court ruling in the transgender care case, outlining next steps as legal…
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Military Funding, Redistricting Returns, NC State Fair Preview
The U.S. Senate’s defense authorization bill includes significant funding for North Carolina’s military installations, providing support for base…
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Lawmakers to Redraw Maps, New NC Laws Begin, Tillis Targets Cherokee Pot Farm
North Carolina lawmakers plan to reconvene next week to revisit congressional district maps, a move that could spark another round of political and legal…
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Hostages Freed, Brockman Charged, Helene Recovery
All 20 surviving hostages have been freed by Hamas as part of the Trump-brokered peace deal, marking a major step toward stability after two years of conflict…
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Brockman Charged, Lawmakers Urge Resignation, Soybean Struggles
North Carolina Representative Cecil Brockman has been charged with indecent liberties with a child, prompting bipartisan calls from both Democrats and…
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Gaza Peace Deal, DMV Renewal Law, AG Opposes Pause
President Trump’s peace plan has officially been accepted by Hamas, ending two years of war in Gaza and securing the release of remaining hostages. In…
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Farm Bailout, NEPA Reforms, Shutdown Hits Day 8
The White House is preparing to announce a new bailout package aimed at supporting American farmers, with accompanying NEPA reforms designed to speed up…
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Elections Board Seeks DMV Data, Moore’s Crime Bill
North Carolina’s elections director is seeking access to full Social Security number data from the DMV to improve voter record accuracy and resolve…
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Stein Signs Iryna’s Law, FOP Seeks National Guard in Charlotte
Governor Stein has signed Iryna’s Law into law, calling it a critical first step but saying it doesn’t go far enough to address violent crime. The…
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Stein’s Deadline on Iryna’s Law, USDA Hub in Raleigh, Fed Shutdown
Governor Stein has just one day left to either sign or veto Iryna’s Law, a justice reform measure sparked by the Charlotte light rail murder of Iryna…
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Duke Energy Plan, Fire Risk, NC State Sues Monsanto
Duke Energy’s latest long-term plan boosts nuclear power, expands natural gas, and extends the use of coal while leaving out wind energy development…
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Shutdown, Transit Security, Mini-Budget
The federal government has entered a shutdown, raising concerns about national operations and funding delays. In Charlotte, a new audit reveals that armed…
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Charlotte Hearing on Violent Crimes
The U.S. House Judiciary Subcommittee on Oversight held a meeting in Charlotte focused on victims of violent crime, highlighting stories from families impacted…
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Helene One Year Later
One year after Hurricane Helene, state officials and communities are reflecting on the disaster’s long recovery. Leaders are pressing for quicker federal…
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Vance in Concord, Helene Relief for NCDOT, Medicaid Impasse
VP JD Vance visited Concord to call for law and order, praising and honoring police officers during his stop. Meanwhile, forecasters are monitoring multiple…
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House Passes Iryna’s Law and Political Terrorism Bill
The North Carolina House has passed Iryna’s Law, with strong remarks from Rep. Tricia Cotham and Rep. Brenden Jones. The legislation advances just a…
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Senate Passes Iryna’s Law, Next Steps Ahead
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…
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GA Week Preview, Iryna’s Law, Lowery Heads to DC
Senator Ted Budd has introduced legislation to strengthen cybersecurity protections in agriculture. As the General Assembly returns to session this week, Donna…
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Nick Craig Filling In On The TJ Ritchie Show
Nick Craig of The Carolina Journal News Hour Fills In On This Friday Edition of The TJ Ritchie Show Hour 1: Segment 1: Subject: Nick begins the show by…
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Trump & Stein Approval, Whatley-Cooper Race, More
A new Carolina Journal poll shows mixed public sentiment on the country’s direction, as well as approval ratings for President Trump and Governor Stein…
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Stein Seeks $13.5B Aid, Charlotte Hearing Set, Election Suit Continues
Governor Stein traveled to Washington, D.C., to request $13.5 billion in federal aid for North Carolina’s recovery from Hurricane Helene, while House…
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Kirk Suspect Charged, Charlotte Transparency, NC Income Rises
Utah prosecutors announced they will seek the death penalty against Tyler Robinson, the suspect charged in the assassination of Charlie Kirk. Meanwhile, new…
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Stein Seeks $13.5B Helene Aid, De Minimis Expires
Governor Stein is requesting an additional $13.5 billion in federal funding to support North Carolina’s long-term recovery from Hurricane Helene…
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Kirk Suspect Arrested, Teachers Backlash, New NCDOT Chief
A suspect has been arrested in the assassination of Charlie Kirk, while several North Carolina teachers are facing backlash over comments they made about his…
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NC Crime Bill Ahead, Manhunt in Utah continues, Storm relief
The North Carolina General Assembly is preparing to introduce new crime legislation following a high-profile murder, with Speaker Hall and Senator Berger…
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Charlie Kirk Killed, 9/11 Reflections, NCInnovation Under Fire
Charlie Kirk, the founder of Turning Point USA, has been killed at age 31 in a Utah campus shooting, sparking national shock and reaction from political…
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Charlotte Murder Charges, Cashless Bail Bill, Trump on Crime
Federal charges have been announced in the Charlotte light rail murder, with U.S. Attorney Russ Ferguson outlining the case. In response, Congressman Moore has…
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Charlotte Murder Reactions, Voter ID & Tax Cap Upheld
Reaction continues to mount following the Charlotte light rail murder, with statements from Mayor Vi Lyles, Governor Stein, President Trump, and Congressman…
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Charlotte Murder, Helene Aid for Farmers, Bar Suits Advance
A Charlotte light rail murder has drawn national attention, sparking debate about safety on public transit. Farmers impacted by Hurricane Helene can now apply…
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Appeals Court Denies Stein Delay, Deere Hit by Tariffs, Troopers Honored
The NC Appeals Court has denied Governor Stein’s request to delay the judicial and utilities appointment case, keeping it on track for review. John Deere…
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Student Scores Improve, DOJ-NC Suit Ends, Gas Tax Drops
New student testing data in North Carolina shows improvement but still falls short of pre-COVID levels. The U.S. Justice Department and the NC State Board of…
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Tariffs Struck, Briner v. Stein, Charlotte Private School Case
A federal court has ruled that former President Trump’s tariffs were illegal, dealing a blow to the administration’s trade policy. Meanwhile…
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Canadian Indicted, $124M Helene Aid, $170M Found
A Canadian citizen has been indicted for illegally voting in North Carolina elections. Western NC has been approved for more than $124 million in federal…
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NC Tourism Booms, Election Scandal, DEI Overrides Set
Tourism in North Carolina hit a record in 2024, with visitors spending more than $36 billion statewide. A Canadian citizen has been indicted for illegally…
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VinFast Delay, Sunday Voting, Asheville Ends Race Quotas
Questions remain about delays at the VinFast plant project, highlighted as a historic church on the site was demolished. The NC elections board has voted to…
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Duke Drops Offshore Wind and Stein Energy Task Force
The NC General Assembly met but took no action on either the stalled state budget or pending vetoes. Duke Energy announced it will no longer pursue offshore…
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TikTok Appeals, Deference, Genentech
Genentech has broken ground on a new biotech facility in Holly Springs, strengthening North Carolina’s role in the life sciences sector. TikTok is asking…
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Trump Nominates Judges, COVID Bar Suits Advance
An "all clear" has been issued at the University of South Carolina following reports of a potential shooting. President Trump has nominated four judges for…
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Erin Recovery, Stein Launches Gang Task Force
Recovery efforts continue in the Outer Banks after Hurricane Erin, as North Carolina also struggles with lingering damage from Helene and Chantal. Governor…
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Hurricane Erin impacting North Carolina
Governor Stein held a press briefing urging preparation as Hurricane Erin bears down on North Carolina, with impacts already felt along the Outer Banks. The…
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Wilmington Explosion, Election Board Fixes, Fugitive at Large
Hurricane Erin has triggered a state of emergency in North Carolina. In Wilmington, several firefighters were injured following a building explosion. In Apex…
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Erin NC Impacts, MLB Team Hopes for Raleigh & Charlotte, Helene Rebuilds
Hurricane Erin could bring significant impacts across coastal North Carolina. Meanwhile, a new study suggests Raleigh and Charlotte are strong contenders for a…
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Health Plan Hikes, $46M School Deficit, NCInnovation in Question
Hurricane Erin has prompted a state of emergency in the Outer Banks as the storm threatens coastal communities. State Health Plan members are bracing for…
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Cooper–Whatley Poll, Helene Rebuilds, $400M for NC Water Systems
Polling in the U.S. Senate race between Roy Cooper and Michael Whatley shows the contest is shaping up to be competitive. More than 1,000 applications have…
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$4M NC Job Training Grant, Commissioner Farley on Wage Recovery
North Carolina has received a $4 million grant to expand workforce re-entry training programs. A federal appeals court has rejected a lawsuit against CSX over…
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Inflation Eases, Trump Extends China Deal, Mining Halted
U.S. inflation slowed to 2.7% in July as President Trump extended the China trade deal for another 90 days. Authorities have ordered an illegal mining…
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Tropical Storm Erin Forms and Legal Updates
Tropical Storm Erin has formed in the Atlantic. Both sides in a lawsuit challenging North Carolina’s ban on gender transition surgeries for minors have…
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Back-to-School Sales Up, Health Plan Hike, Auto Tariffs
Tariffs are hitting the automotive industry as they take effect. The State Health Plan is considering a premium increase while adding a new digital care…
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China Land Concerns, Mount Olive Loss, NCDOT Plan Opens
The NCDOT has opened its new 10-year transportation plan. State Auditor findings show the town of Mount Olive lost more than $210,000 due to negligent data…
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Tariffs Begin, Stein Signs Stopgap, CON Law Debate Grows
Trump’s latest round of tariffs is now taking effect. Governor Stein signed a stopgap spending measure to keep government running but vetoed a school…
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Stein Backs Mini-Budget and Budd Targets Ag Rules
Lawmakers are reviewing a new elections bill that would impose firm deadlines and tougher audit standards. Governor Stein says he will sign a…
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Major NCDMV Audit
A new audit of the North Carolina DMV uncovers systemic problems and recommends separating the agency from the Department of Transportation. Mitch Kokai…
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Helene Aid Round 3, AI Pilot Progress, ‘Smell Search’ Fight
Applications are now open for the third round of interest-free cashflow loans aimed at communities recovering from Hurricane Helene. State Auditor’s…
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Whatley Enters Senate Race, Helene Recovery, NC Medicaid Audit
Michael Whatley officially announced his U.S. Senate campaign in Gastonia, marking the beginning of what’s expected to be a closely watched race…
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Helene Recovery Hearing and Interim Budget Passed
Republican National Committee Chair Michael Whatley is set to announce his U.S. Senate campaign Thursday in Gastonia. At the legislature, lawmakers approved an…
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Eight Veto Overrides Advance
The Trump administration has frozen $108 million in federal funds for Duke Health, citing allegations of systemic racial discrimination. In Raleigh, lawmakers…
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Cooper Senate Bid Begins, Veto Overrides Today, Feds Target Duke
Former Governor Roy Cooper has officially launched his U.S. Senate campaign, setting up what’s expected to be one of the nation’s most…