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Part 1: The Political Beat with Ch. 9's Joe Bruno (February 15, 2026)
Veto overrides have Charlotte lawmaker facing 2 challengers
Local candidate’s property struck several times in drive-by
Gaston County strikes arrest warrant for Meck Commissioner
Mecklenburg County sheriff pushes to reopen juvenile jail, seeks funding and staff
The Mecklenburg County Sheriff Debate
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