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Part 1: The Political Beat with Ch. 9's Joe Bruno (January 4, 2026)
Charlotte to break ground on new sports facility at Eastland Yards
House Oversight Committee summons sheriff, city leaders, county manager to testify on public safety
Huntersville eyes economic development as town hall land sale looms
Gov. Stein secures $300M to expand high-speed internet in North Carolina
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NC Attorney General sues U.S. Education Department over $50M funding cut
NC Attorney General wins $17M case against FEMA, Homeland Security
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Mecklenburg County transit board appoints chair at 1st meeting
NC lawmakers demand answers from Charlotte after light rail stabbings
Mayor Vi Lyles brings back public safety committee
Insurance commissioner urges President Trump not to pardon convicted businessman
Kannapolis City Council appoints new city manager
Mint Hill transit authority board member selected ahead of first meeting
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For the first time, a Democrat will represent south Charlotte
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