ncnewsline.com – Rob Schofield – 2025-08-13 04:00:00

SUMMARY: Demonstrators gathered outside the U.S. Supreme Court to demand fair districting maps amid growing concerns about gerrymandering, where politicians manipulate electoral maps for partisan gain. This practice has escalated alarmingly, threatening democratic fairness. In Texas, Republicans, encouraged by President Trump, are attempting to rig the 2026 midterm election maps in unprecedented ways, inspiring similar actions by both parties nationwide. Such gerrymandering undermines competitive elections and marginalizes moderate candidates, as seen repeatedly in states like North Carolina. This manipulation poses a significant threat to American democracy, and urgent action from congressional leaders is needed to stop it.
— Rob Schofield, NC Newsline

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www.youtube.com – WRAL – 2025-08-11 22:28:07

SUMMARY: In this Monday mailbag, Dan addresses viewer questions on three topics. First, North Carolina’s Vibrio bacteria risk in summer coastal waters: cooked shellfish is safe, but raw consumption is risky due to bacteria concentrating in oysters. Second, digital driver’s licenses in North Carolina face delays; although legalized in 2023, full rollout may not occur until 2026, with other states also lagging behind. Lastly, Dan explains flood-damaged vehicles after recent storms: flooded cars must be branded as such, but scams occur. He shares tips to spot flood damage when buying used cars, emphasizing caution and thorough inspection.

WRAL anchor/reporter Dan Haggerty answered viewer questions about a flesh-eating bacteria in North Carolina and the legalization of digital driver’s licenses.

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www.youtube.com – ABC11 – 2025-08-11 21:44:19

SUMMARY: Tropical Storm Erin is forecast to become a Category 1 hurricane by Thursday and remain well out to sea through Saturday, near the Lesser Antilles northeast of Puerto Rico. Models show it moving west, then curving north toward Bermuda or Florida, but uncertainty remains high beyond next week. The American and European models suggest it could pass between Bermuda and Hatteras, causing higher surf midweek. Due to large forecast errors, the storm’s exact path is unclear, ranging from north of New York to the Florida panhandle. Residents should prepare hurricane kits and stay updated, with clearer guidance expected by Thursday or Friday.

Will Erin cause problems for the East Coast? Here’s the latest on Monday evening.

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