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North Carolina News
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North Carolina football and head coach Bill Belichick secured a major recruiting win, landing 6-foot-4 edge rusher Ashton Blatt, who had offers from Penn State and UCLA. Meanwhile, one of the largest male great white sharks ever recorded in the northwest Atlantic, named "Contender," was last seen off Cape Hatteras Additionally,
Political News
Organizers voiced concerns about authoritarianism and political overreach, particularly regarding President Trump's deployment of the National Guard in California. Meanwhile, a top adviser to Senator Thom Tillis, Jordan Shaw, launched his own political strategy firm, Gamechangers Strategies, after years of consulting for North Carolina Republicans
Election News
The North Carolina Supreme Court has been embroiled in controversy, with Republican justices accused of attempting to alter election rules retroactively. Democratic Justice Anita Earls criticized the court’s decision, arguing that voters elected a Democratic governor and should not have their choices undermined. Additionally, retired Air Force Colonel Moe Davis officially entered the race for North Carolina’s 11th Congressional District, challenging Republican incumbent Chuck Edwards
Legal News
North Carolina lawmakers approved a bill allowing permitless concealed carry of handguns, lowering the age requirement from 21 to 18 and removing the need for firearms training and background checks. Governor Josh Stein has yet to decide whether to veto the bill. Meanwhile, Justice Allison Riggs was formally sworn into the North Carolina Supreme Court after a six-month legal battle with her Republican challenger
Entertainment News
Wilmington-based family band Dear MariBella and the Pigkickers continues to rise in popularity, performing at the Bluegrass in the Grove festival. Several summer festivals are set to take place, including the North Carolina Blueberry Festival and the North Carolina Fourth of July FestivalAdditionally,
Town
Penn State praised the signing of a former North Carolina football star, strengthening their defensive lineup. UNC basketball announced a high-profile matchup against Kentucky in the ACC-SEC Challenge, reviving memories of their historic rivalry Meanwhile, Arizona baseball secured a spot in the College World Series after defeating North Carolina in the Super Regional.
Forecast
Charlotte, North Carolina, is experiencing mostly cloudy conditions with occasional rain showers. Temperatures will range from the mid-80s during the day to the low 70s at night. Scattered thunderstorms are expected throughout the week, with a slight chance of clear skies toward the weekend.
Forecast
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Today: 96°F (Raleigh), 94°F (Charlotte), heat advisory
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Tuesday: 97°F, isolated thunderstorms
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Wednesday: 95°F, humid, scattered showers
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Thursday: 93°F, partly cloudy
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Friday: 91°F, breezy
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Saturday: 89°F, chance of rain
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Sunday: 87°F, more moderate
Upcoming Events
North Carolina has a packed schedule of entertainment and town events. The Raleigh Little Theatre is staging The Color Purple until June 29, while the Brooklyn Arts District will host the BAD Day Music & Arts Festival on July 12. Additionally, the North Carolina Fourth of July Festival will take place in Southport and Oak Island from June 27 to July 4
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