Bill aims to standardize notifications over school threats in NC
A lawmaker in North Carolina introduced a new bill to standardize how and when parents are notified of threats or emergencies at local schools.
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New bill seeks to regulate short-term rentals in cities and towns
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NC Senate passes bill requiring cellphone ban in schools
A new bill that passed in the North Carolina Senate banning cellphones in public schools has bipartisan approval.
Financial expert discussess investments during uncertain economy
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Popular social media app TikTok is rolling out a series of tools called ‘Balanced Digital Habits’ to allow parents to watch and control their children’s usage and access.
CMS revamp communication protocol after mass shooting threats
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools have implemented a new communication protocol for threats starting today, following an investigation by Channel 9 that revealed parents were not notified of mass shooting threats against five schools.
CMS reviews response to mass shooting threats, outlines new communication strategy
Channel 9 has obtained an After Action Review from Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools regarding mass shooting threats that were not initially communicated to parents.
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