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Stop Asian Hate campaign turns 5

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15 hours ago

May 12, 2025

www.youtube.com – ABC11 – 2025-05-12 15:18:05

SUMMARY: The Stop Asian Hate campaign, launched in 2020 amid rising anti-Asian racism during the COVID-19 pandemic, marks its fifth year in 2025. It began after a rise in verbal and physical attacks on Asian-Americans, including one incident involving a student. The coalition, Stop AAPI Hate, documented discrimination ranging from harassment to workplace and housing bias, influencing policy changes such as national anti-hate laws and state mandates for AAPI history education. Despite progress, new waves of hate emerge, fueled by anti-immigrant narratives. The campaign encourages individuals to report incidents and engage in activism to combat ongoing hate.

Stop AAPI Hate has become a leading force in tracking and addressing the rise in anti-Asian attacks in communities across the country.

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New ''junk fees' rule takes effect

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New ''junk fees' rule takes effect

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17 hours ago

May 12, 2025

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www.youtube.com – ABC11 – 2025-05-12 13:54:52

SUMMARY: A new FTC rule requires online ticket sellers, hotels, and short-term lodging platforms to display all fees upfront, eliminating hidden “junk fees” like convenience or resort fees added at checkout. Former FTC chair Lena Khan emphasized transparency in pricing, ensuring the total cost is clear before purchase. Ticket Master and StubHub have begun showing full price breakdowns to avoid surprises. The rule doesn’t ban fees but mandates clear, prominent total pricing. The change follows criticism of high ticket fees, such as for Taylor Swift concerts, and aims to save consumers time and money. The Chamber of Commerce opposes the rule, calling it micromanagement.

This rule requires businesses to disclose the total price upfront, rather than adding on extra costs like convenience fees or resort fees at checkout.

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NC House gears up for budget talks, with higher state worker raises in mind

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1 day ago

May 12, 2025

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ncnewsline.com – Galen Bacharier – 2025-05-12 04:30:00

SUMMARY: North Carolina House Republicans, led by Rep. Destin Hall, are set to begin budget negotiations this week after the Senate passed its $36.2 billion proposal. The House plans to draft its own budget, with hearings this week and floor debate next, aiming for a June 30 deadline. The Senate budget includes state workforce cuts, gradual income tax reductions, and modest raises for public employees. Hall expects the House to propose larger pay raises than the Senate and Governor Stein. Democrats criticize the GOP for limited input and express concerns about tax cuts and a potential budget shortfall, doubting timely negotiations.

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Shots fired during fight at Raleigh restaurant; 3 injured, police say

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1 day ago

May 11, 2025

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www.youtube.com – ABC11 – 2025-05-11 18:39:38

SUMMARY: A violent altercation erupted inside Big Ed’s Country Cooking on Falls of Neuse Road in Raleigh on Sunday morning, injuring three individuals. The incident occurred just before noon, during the Mother’s Day brunch rush. Witnesses reported that a dispute between two families escalated into a physical confrontation, culminating when one individual drew a firearm and discharged several rounds into the floor. Two victims sustained non-life-threatening injuries from the fight, while a third suffered a graze wound from the gunfire. No arrests have been made, and the Raleigh Police Department is actively investigating the incident.