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Climate swings squeeze farmers

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2 months ago

May 27, 2025

www.youtube.com – WRAL – 2025-05-27 09:19:42

SUMMARY: Severe and unpredictable weather is severely impacting North Carolina’s farmers, threatening the state’s largest industry—agriculture. Extreme swings—from droughts to floods—are causing crop failures, like last year’s record \$500 million drop in corn value due to drought followed by Hurricane Helen’s rains. Climate change intensifies droughts by raising temperatures, which dries soil faster and reduces yields nationwide. Precision agriculture using AI has improved production for years, but wild climate shifts are stalling progress. Researchers warn many small farms may not survive without targeted aid. North Carolina lawmakers are pushing the Corn Farmers Recovery Act, part of a \$60 billion nationwide farm relief effort.

Weather patterns are changing more quickly and that’s a big problem for agriculture in our states. WRAL takes a look at some ways farmers can fight back.

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Civil rights, democracy hits put Black America in ‘state of emergency,’ National Urban League says

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5 hours ago

July 20, 2025

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ncnewsline.com – William J. Ford – 2025-07-20 05:00:00

SUMMARY: The National Urban League’s 2025 State of Black America report warns that dismantling Voting Rights Act protections and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies under the Trump administration threaten democracy and civil rights. The group calls Black America in a “state of emergency” amid increased legal challenges and regression in voting rights, education, and civil rights enforcement, including Supreme Court rulings against affirmative action. Hate speech and extremist views have surged on social media, intensifying societal division. The report urges increased voter turnout and community activism to resist white supremacy and preserve a multiracial democracy. Maryland’s legislative efforts on reparations highlight ongoing fights for racial justice.

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Money stolen from Turner syndrome charity, dad now warning others

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12 hours ago

July 19, 2025

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www.youtube.com – ABC11 – 2025-07-19 22:26:57

SUMMARY: Dan Patriss, whose daughter Lauren was diagnosed with Turner syndrome at age four, started a charity board game event called Gamers for Cures to raise awareness and support for the condition. Over more than a decade, he raised $170,000 for Turner Syndrome of the Carolinas. Recently, he discovered that someone had stolen the charity’s debit card number and spent a few hundred dollars. Though his bank confirmed it was fraud, they refused a refund due to delayed reporting. Patriss is now urging others to monitor accounts regularly and plans to continue his mission to support families affected by Turner syndrome.

Dan Patriss launched Gamers for Cures to raise funds and awareness for Turner syndrome after his four-year-old daughter was diagnosed.

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Governor Josh Stein tours flood damage in Chapel Hill after Tropical Storm Chantal

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1 day ago

July 19, 2025

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www.youtube.com – ABC11 – 2025-07-19 07:19:19

SUMMARY: Governor Josh Stein toured flood damage in Chapel Hill following Tropical Storm Chantal, witnessing devastating impacts on homes and businesses. Residents like Shelton Stokes face displacement and urgent needs for safe housing after losing everything. Stein acknowledged the severe toll, including five confirmed deaths, and expressed sympathy for affected families and business owners. With a state of emergency declared, the government is assessing damage to secure state and potential federal aid, including FEMA support. Stein highlighted the need for improved flood resilience funding, noting ongoing legal efforts to restore federal programs cut by the previous administration. Recovery efforts are prioritized to begin promptly.

North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein visited Chapel Hill on Friday to tour flood damage the day after declaring a state of emergency for 13 counties to help storm victims get back on their feet after Tropical Storm Chantal.

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