Federal agents conducting a search during an investigation in Charlotte

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Federal Investigation Targets Charlotte Activist in Fraud Probe

Charlotte, North Carolina, January 7, 2026 A federal investigation has targeted Cedric Dean, a prominent activist in Charlotte, North Carolina, following allegations of orchestrating a Medicaid fraud scheme through his company, Cedric Dean Holdings. Federal agents executed raids at various properties associated with Dean, collecting evidence of suspected fraud amounting to over $14 million. The investigation raises serious concerns about the exploitation of vulnerable individuals for Medicaid identification, leading to significant

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Teachers protesting for better pay in North Carolina

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North Carolina Teachers Plan Walkout Over Low Pay

North Carolina, January 7, 2026 In response to persistent low teacher pay, educators in North Carolina are planning a statewide walkout on January 7, 2026, expecting participation from around 50 schools. Organized by NC Teachers in Action, their demands include restoring master’s pay and unfreezing step increases for veteran teachers. Concurrently, Duke Energy is moving forward with plans for a new nuclear power plant to replace coal facilities, addressing the state’s

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Police cordon in a Charlotte neighborhood after a shooting incident.

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Charlotte Records First Homicide of 2026

Charlotte, North Carolina, January 7, 2026 Charlotte, North Carolina, has reported its first homicide of the year following a fatal shooting in the Enderly Park neighborhood. The victim, 24-year-old Kishmere Wright, was found deceased on Carol Avenue after CMPD officers responded to shooting reports. The police are investigating the incident but have yet to reveal any details about potential suspects or motives. Community members express concern over the rising violence, coinciding

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