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NC Senate OKs bill with new Helene relief, weakened powers for AG, governor

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4 days ago

November 20, 2024

www.youtube.com – ABC11 – 2024-11-20 17:25:16

SUMMARY: The recent bill aimed at disaster relief for Hurricane Helen has sparked anger among Democrats, who view parts of it as a political power grab. It allocates $227 million for disaster relief, bringing total state funding to over $1.1 billion. However, the legislation also imposes tighter deadlines on voters to address provisional ballots and shifts the power to appoint State Board of Election members from the Democratic governor to a Republican auditor. A crowded Senate session witnessed public support and discord, leading to a brief recess. Governor Cooper is seeking federal assistance amidst calls for additional disaster funding.

The Senate voted along party lines for the 131-page measure, which would among other things, alter yet again how the State …

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Two women killed and several children hurt in Johnston County crash

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14 hours ago

November 23, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WRAL – 2024-11-23 23:20:07

SUMMARY: Two women in their 20s died in a car crash in Johnson County, with six children aged under 12 also in the vehicle; one child is in critical condition. The single-car accident occurred at the intersection of Government and Jack roads in Clayton. Investigators report that the driver, speeding about 30 mph over the limit and running a stop sign, lost control, hitting a ditch and a tree before the Jeep Cherokee went airborne. None of the occupants were wearing seat belts, and while alcohol isn’t suspected, the area has a history of crashes.

Two women were killed and several children were hospitalized after an SUV crashed Saturday night in Johnston County.

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5 On Your Side Restaurant ratings: Pure Vegan Cafe, Randy's Pizza and Chanello's Pizza

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1 day ago

November 23, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WRAL – 2024-11-23 12:46:43

SUMMARY: Inspectors identified food handling and storage issues at several local restaurants. Pure Vegan Cafe in Durham received an 82, down from 91.5, for improper food storage, unclean equipment, and incorrect expiration dates. Randy’s Pizza in Morrisville was rated 86 (down from 94.5) due to employees failing to wash hands after handling personal items, inadequate food temperatures, and fly infestations. Chanello’s Pizza in Garner scored 88.5 (down from 91) after inspectors found expired ingredients, unclean baking trays, and a sticky fly ribbon above the prep sink. Overall, health standards were not adequately maintained across these establishments.

5 On Your Side’s Keely Arthur shows us the problems in this week’s restaurant ratings report.

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Man sentenced in 2018 murder of 13-year-old Hania Aguilar tries twice to escape

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2 days ago

November 22, 2024

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www.youtube.com – ABC11 – 2024-11-22 18:40:11

SUMMARY: Robinson County Sheriff Bernes Wilkins reported heightened security during prisoner Michael McLen’s court hearing. McLen, who pled guilty to the kidnapping and murder of 13-year-old Hana Aguilar and was sentenced to life in prison, made two escape attempts. He first tried using a homemade handcuff key but was stopped by deputies. Returning to prison, McLen grabbed a deputy’s gun during a struggle before being subdued with pepper spray. Eyewitnesses noted his courtroom demeanor seemed insincere, raising questions about potential additional charges from the escape attempts.

Michael Ray McLellan admitted to kidnapping 13-year-old Hania Aguilar from her driveway and then killing her and disposing of her body. The crime happened in November 2018. On Friday, November 22, 2024, he was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. Investigators say McLellan tried twice to escape from his prison guards — before and after the hearing.

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