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Advocates alarmed over proposed cuts to workforce housing loan program
SUMMARY: North Carolina housing advocates are raising concerns over proposed cuts to the Workforce Housing Loan Program (WHLP), managed by the N.C. Housing Finance Agency alongside federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credits. The state Senate budget excludes WHLP funding, while the House proposes \$5 million for one year of the biennium, and Governor Josh Stein recommends \$30 million in non-recurring funds. Established 10 years ago, the WHLP aids affordable multi-family housing construction or rehabilitation, especially in rural and economically distressed Tier 1 counties. Advocates warn cuts could halt vital affordable housing development amid rising construction costs and urge restoration to \$35 million to maintain support.
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Rubio in talks for return of wrongly deported ‘Cristian,’ in flip for Trump administration
SUMMARY: On May 21, 2025, Secretary of State Marco Rubio testified before Congress and is personally working to secure the return of “Cristian,” a man wrongly deported to El Salvador’s brutal CECOT prison, according to Trump administration court filings. This effort marks a rare reversal of the administration’s stance that El Salvador, not the U.S., holds custody over deportees sent there. The Trump-appointed judge criticized the administration’s lack of compliance with her orders to facilitate Cristian’s return. Rubio’s longstanding ties with El Salvador aid negotiation efforts. Meanwhile, another deportee, Kilmar Abrego Garcia, remains detained despite a Supreme Court order for his return.
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Bull City Future Fund plans announcement in fight against gun violence
SUMMARY: The Bull City Future Fund, launched in partnership with United Way of the Greater Triangle and the Triangle Community Foundation, aims to combat gun violence in Durham by supporting organizations that keep kids engaged and off the streets. The initiative responds to recent shootings, including one that killed a 23-year-old and another where a bullet pierced a 7-year-old girl’s bedroom wall. Since the year’s start, Durham has seen 16 homicides, with three victims under 18. The mayor emphasizes investing time, money, and policy to improve environments for youth. Fifteen organizations, including Sidekicks Academy and the Boys and Girls Club, will receive funding, announced at CCB Plaza.

Numerous community organizations will benefit from grants to help keep children busy and off the streets.
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New NCDMV commissioner answers questions about fixing department's problems
SUMMARY: New DMV commissioner Paul Tine urges people to avoid visiting the DMV unless urgent, as long wait times and staffing shortages persist. Appointed for his government and business experience, Tine takes full responsibility for current problems and is committed to improvements. Since starting, he’s revamped the website, restructured pay, provided new staff uniforms, and plans to launch a streamlined queuing system to reduce wait times. Budget approval for additional staff and offices is pending; if denied, he’ll lobby the legislature. Tine encourages residents to provide feedback via the DMV website, promising to listen and respond personally.

Newly appointed North Carolina DMV Commissioner Paul Tine is promising to significantly reduce wait times and improve …
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