www.youtube.com – WRAL – 2025-06-16 20:10:37

SUMMARY: Congress is debating a new federal fee on hybrid and electric vehicles, potentially charging drivers up to $500 annually. North Carolina’s electric vehicle registrations have surged from 10,000 in 2018 to over 110,000 today, with 70% in Wake County. The House budget bill proposes $100 yearly for hybrids and $250 for EVs, though some Republicans seek to double these amounts to offset declining gas tax revenue. Critics argue such fees could deter EV adoption and hinder emission reductions. North Carolina already charges state fees, and the same bill aims to phase out the $7,500 federal EV tax credit after next year.

Congress may add a yearly federal fee, $100 for hybrids and $250 for electric vehicles, with some senators pushing to double it. The charge would stack on state fees and could erase the fuel savings that attract many buyers.

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www.youtube.com – ABC11 – 2025-06-16 18:17:03

SUMMARY: Water safety experts stress the importance of vigilance and swim education following recent drowning incidents in North Carolina, including a 39-year-old man in Raleigh and a 4-year-old in Durham. Drowning can occur silently and swiftly, often in a single breath. FD Swim School Director Katie Blaylock emphasizes constant adult supervision, teaching children survival skills, and always using life jackets in natural water bodies. Nearly 3,600 Americans drown annually, including 945 children. Blaylock compares swim lessons to seatbelts—essential for safety. The focus is on proactive preparedness to prevent tragedy, especially for families in apartment complexes and those near water.

According to the Children’s Safety Network, nearly 3,600 people die from drowning in the United States every year — 945 of them are children.

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www.youtube.com – ABC11 – 2025-06-16 12:08:08

SUMMARY: Residents in a Wilson, North Carolina neighborhood are expressing frustration after yet another round of flooding damaged homes and vehicles following heavy overnight rains. Water rose to knee level on Starship Lane, flooding driveways, cars, and apartments. One resident reported losing music equipment, furniture, and clothes for the third time due to recurring floods. The rising water even brought worms and snakes from a nearby pond into homes. Debris and trash were scattered as floodwaters receded, leaving many questioning why no long-term solution has been implemented. Residents are exhausted, facing repeated loss and cleanup efforts after each heavy rainfall.

“We have to throw everything out. This is my third time doing this.”

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