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SUMMARY: A former employee of a French restaurant in North Hills reflects on a tragic shooting incident that occurred nearby. She learned that a shooter killed someone and then shot himself, leaving many shocked, including herself, as she used to work in that safe environment. While at Panera, she noticed increased police presence and received worried messages from friends about an active shooter. Unable to access her car, parked near the incident, she feels the tragedy profoundly, questioning public safety and the impact on the community. The area remains locked down, affecting numerous people who frequent North Hills.

Employees, residents and the public are waiting to learn the identities of the men shot at Coquette restaurant in Raleigh’s North Hills on Friday.

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www.thecentersquare.com – By Alan Wooten | The Center Square – 2025-01-17 14:13:00

SUMMARY: North Carolina Governor Josh Stein has requested an extension from FEMA for its Temporary Sheltering Assistance Program to support families affected by Hurricane Helene, which hit on September 26 as a Category 4 storm. In a letter to FEMA’s outgoing administrator, Stein emphasized the need for additional time, as many homes require long-term rebuilding. Helene caused significant devastation, resulting in 104 deaths in North Carolina and 18 in Tennessee, with damages in North Carolina estimated at $53 billion. Tennessee lawmakers are also expected to discuss a $450 million disaster relief package amidst $1.35 billion in damages in their state.

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ncnewsline.com – Ashley Murray – 2025-01-17 06:00:00

SUMMARY: Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer criticized Republicans for blocking a bill to extend the deadline for TikTok’s parent company, ByteDance, to sell the app or face a ban in the U.S. by Sunday. With around 170 million American users, Schumer argued more time was essential to prevent disruption to influencers reliant on the platform. GOP Senators Tom Cotton and Pete Ricketts opposed the extension, citing long-standing warnings about the national security risks posed by the app. Meanwhile, TikTok’s CEO will attend President-elect Trump’s inauguration as the company appeals to the Supreme Court regarding the law requiring a sale.

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