www.thecentersquare.com – By Alan Wooten | The Center Square – 2024-10-08 15:17:00

SUMMARY: Hurricane Helene has devastated western North Carolina, with a death toll of at least 230 and 62 reported missing. Governor Roy Cooper and FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell visited affected areas, where 2,500 military personnel have been deployed for relief efforts. The Biden administration has provided over $137 million in assistance, with about $33 million already distributed to over 109,000 individuals. More than 6,100 National Guardsmen are aiding in recovery, along with numerous community organizations. Currently, 622 road closures exist due to the storm’s impact, leaving many residents without water, electricity, or safe travel options.

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www.thecentersquare.com – By Elyse Apel | The Center Square – 2024-10-08 08:38:00

SUMMARY: With 28 days until the election, Democrat Jeff Jackson and Republican Dan Bishop, both former state senators, are competing for North Carolina’s attorney general position. Bishop seeks to end a 128-year Democratic hold on the office, emphasizing law enforcement and immigration issues. Jackson focuses on safety, crime prevention, and bipartisan values. While Jackson has significantly out-fundraised Bishop, both candidates highlight contrasting views on voter ID laws and crime policies. They emphasize their respective experiences, with Jackson as a prosecutor and Bishop as a seasoned counselor. The candidates are vying to shape North Carolina’s legal landscape amidst shifting political dynamics.

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www.youtube.com – ABC11 – 2024-10-07 21:01:30

SUMMARY: Today marks one year since Hamas’s surprise attack on Israel, which initiated a prolonged conflict resulting in over 12,200 fatalities, mostly civilians, and the abduction of 250 individuals. Amid ongoing violence, a delegation of Muslims, Jews, and Christians, part of the NGO Shiraka, is working globally to promote peace and understanding across cultures. Israeli delegate Ashley Waxman shared her personal tragedy, with her cousin still missing. Peace Ambassador Fama Al Harb emphasized the importance of dialogue in combating anti-Semitism. While Shiraka advocates for cooperation, the ongoing death toll in Gaza raises questions about Israel’s military strategies and potential peace agreements.

Sharaka, a non-governmental group of Arabs, Jews and Muslims, strives to build bridges on a mission of friendship. ABC11’s Joel Brown reports.

https://abc11.com/post/middle-east-conflict-delegation-christians-jews-muslims-visit-triangle-bring-people-together/15348629/
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