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New NCDMV commissioner answers questions about fixing department's problems

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2 days ago

June 2, 2025

www.youtube.com – WRAL – 2025-06-02 22:30:56

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.

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1st-ever South Asian TST team highlights tournament's global influence

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6 hours ago

June 4, 2025

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www.youtube.com – ABC11 – 2025-06-04 12:20:20

SUMMARY: The 2024 Cary-based TST tournament underscores soccer’s global reach, highlighted by the first-ever all South Asian team, the Brown Ballers FC. Comprised of players from India and Pakistan, this groundbreaking team represents South Asian footballers from across the world, including the U.S., UK, and more. Founded five years ago to promote athletes from South Asia, the Brown Ballers aim to break barriers and inspire others. Players emphasize the significance of representing their heritage and growing the sport. With over $1 million at stake, the team hopes to make a lasting impact, showcasing talent while uniting a community eager to see them succeed.

Brown Ballers FC is the first-ever South Asian team at the 7-on-7 tournament, and fans are excited to see them at TST for the first time.

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5 On Your Side: Dealing with tariff impacts on summer staples

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10 hours ago

June 4, 2025

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www.youtube.com – WRAL – 2025-06-04 09:00:15

SUMMARY: As summer approaches, new tariffs could raise costs on popular seasonal items. Despite a recent court ruling declaring tariffs illegal, President Trump continues his plan, potentially adding $4,000 annually to the average household’s expenses. Key summer staples like grills and utensils may increase by 30%, pools by 35%, fishing gear by 30%, bicycles by 66%, and sunscreen by 34%. Consumers are front-running the tariffs by making early purchases, shopping for American-made goods, or turning to secondhand options like Goodwill or Facebook Marketplace. Checking existing summer gear storage can also help offset rising prices fueled by tariffs and inflation.

Summer is here! Time to hit the beach, fire up the grill and soak up the sun. But there could be a new cost to summer fun – tariffs. 5 On Your Side’s Keely Arthur shares which products could cost the most.

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NC advocates call on Tillis to defend consumer watchdog

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15 hours ago

June 4, 2025

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ncnewsline.com – Rob Schofield – 2025-06-04 04:00:00

SUMMARY: Small business owner Dr. Ashley Gaddy Robbins emphasized the importance of preserving the federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) at a May 29 press conference outside Senator Thom Tillis’s Raleigh office. North Carolina has developed one of the nation’s strongest consumer advocacy networks, deterring predatory lenders through bipartisan support. These efforts helped inspire the creation of the CFPB after the Great Recession. However, President Trump and House Republicans seek to weaken or abolish the agency, targeting protections against financial scams. Activists and business owners urged Senator Tillis to defend the CFPB and prioritize North Carolinians over billionaires.

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