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Robert Harrington will become Charlotte’s next mayor after the City Council voted Monday to appoint him to the role, replacing Mayor Vi Lyles, who is resigning next week.
CHARLOTTE TALKS WITH MIKE COLLINS
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Fewer than 6% of American physicians identify as Black, but census data show roughly 12% of the U.S. population is Black. Some experts say that disparity is one reason communities of color tend to experience worse health outcomes in the U.S., including higher rates of high blood pressure, shorter life expectancy and higher risks during childbirth. A new book from a former ProPublica reporter links today’s inequalities to a long history of structural racism — part of which runs through North Carolina. -
Pixabay/Jill WellingtonFood has always been a means to connect with others, but recent studies show Americans are spending more time dining alone. Social connection is critically important for our health and happiness, and sharing meals is associated with greater wellbeing. We discuss why that is and what we stand to lose when we stop gathering for meals. Plus, attorney Rob Harrington will be Charlotte's next mayor.
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LOCAL NEWS
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Officials with the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission say interest in their owl-cam has grown, exceeding expectations for the department’s first live wildlife camera broadcast. -
Duke Energy Carolinas had been asking for an increase of about 15% over the next two years. It has now slashed its request in front of the Utilities Commission to about 9.3%. -
The state Senate is scheduled to vote this week to require more public notice for property tax increases. The bill stems from higher tax bills that result from a property revaluation process. Some local governments aren't lowering tax rates when property values increase to create a revenue-neutral rate. -
The emerald ash borer is a catastrophic threat to the forests of the Blue Ridge, but local ecologists believe their work is helping save the tree from extinction. -
In response, some officials are urging lawmakers to pass another bill that would create a carve-out for counties still recovering from Hurricane Helene.
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Attorney Rob Harrington will be Charlotte's next mayor. Vi Lyles is resigning June 30, seven months after winning her fifth term.
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