SUMMARY: North Carolina’s population has surpassed 11 million, making it the ninth largest state and fourth in growth for 2023-2024. The U.S. Census Bureau estimates its population at 11,046,024, up from 10,439,388 in 2020, reflecting a gain of 164,835 residents. This growth positions North Carolina to potentially gain a U.S. House seat during the next reapportionment. The South is expected to add nine to ten seats overall. Conversely, states like California and those in the Blue Wall are projected to lose seats. North Carolina’s growth rate of 1.5% is the eighth highest in the nation.

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SUMMARY: A report from the Louisiana Legislative Auditor’s Office revealed significant disparities in city marshals’ compensation across the state in fiscal year 2023. Salaries ranged from $5,360 to $469,585, with the Baker City Marshal being the highest paid, earning a total of $469,585, including police chief duties and commissions. Some marshals earned under $10,000 annually, while others had high earnings boosted by commissions and court fees. Staffing levels varied widely, with some offices employing many full-time staff and others none. Financial outcomes also differed, with some offices reporting substantial fund balances and others operating deficits.

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SUMMARY: Pornhub will become inaccessible in 13 states due to new laws requiring age verification for adult content websites. A total of 16 states, including Florida and Kansas, have passed legislation enforcing these measures to protect minors from “harmful” material. Critics, including FIRE, argue these laws threaten free speech and user privacy, potentially forcing adults to forgo protected access. Company Aylo warns that the required age verification could compromise user safety and be ineffective. Meanwhile, platforms like X have reported substantial pornography encounters, indicating that regulatory measures may not effectively deter underage access, raising further concerns over enforcement and anonymity.

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