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Report: Crime mostly down in Raleigh, Charlotte as US crime declines
With some exceptions, crime is down in North Carolina's major cities, according to mid year report.
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Whatley launches 7-figure ad campaign heading into general election
The first ad, titled “MILES,” highlights Whatley recent journey across all 100 counties in the state and that this is Whatley’s first run for office.
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NC House Democrats push nearly $1 billion public-safety package
NC House Democrats have unveiled two bills that would add just under $1 billion in recurring spending on pay for correctional officers, troopers, court staff, and behavioral-health treatment.
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Multi-agency bust leads to 10 arrests in Charlotte
Federal and local agents arrested 10 people after a Charlotte hotel raid tied to drug and gun trafficking. Authorities now seek to seize the property.
Opinion
NC HALO law would protect 1st responders and 1st Amendment
HALO laws create a mandatory a buffer (often 25 feet) around active first-responder operations, with legal penalties for individuals who refuse a warning and interfere.
Opinion
First Iryna, then Dominique: Charlotte failed to protect the vulnerable
Like Iryna, Dominique deserved better. Hopefully this bill bearing her name can create systems and procedures that can prevent future situations where a child suffers abuse of this magnitude.
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Gang prevention task force flags gaps in training
Several participants said there is no universal requirement for gang-related training across NC law enforcement agencies, particularly at the entry level. Without a baseline understanding of how gangs operate, officers may miss key indicators when documenting incidents.
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Victims, advocates gather in Raleigh for Crime Victims’ Rights Week
The ceremony also included a flower memorial honoring victims of violent crime and a moment of silence for victims, survivors, and their families.
Opinion
Seeking a path between warehousing and enabling the troubled
America is alone among developed nations in allowing the kind of disorder being tolerated on Raleigh's Glenwood South, on the Charlotte transit system, and in countless other cities.
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Law enforcement agencies warn legislators of rising demands
NC’s top prosecutors and state law enforcement leaders urged lawmakers to align authority, staffing, and funding with growing public safety demands during a Feb. 12 hearing of the Joint Legislative Oversight Committee on Justice and Public Safety.
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Homicide in NC cities shows improvement in 2025
Homicide rates in NCs five largest cities either held steady or declined in 2025, an improvement over the negative trends in violent crime seen following the pandemic.
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New crime data for NC public schools continues positive trend
The report builds on previous positive data from the 2023-2024 school year that showed a 7.7% drop in crime compared to the previous school year.
