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Governor's Advisory Council to hold first meeting on student safety and well-being
Members of the media have been invited to attend the inaugural meeting of the Governor's Advisory Council for Student Safety and Well-Being on Monday, April 14, at the Juvenile Justice Headquarters in Raleigh.
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Governor's student safety council holds its inaugural meeting on April 14
An invitation has been extended to media outlets to attend the inaugural meeting of the Governor’s Advisory Council on Student Safety and Well-Being.
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North Carolina ALE conducts raid on illegal alcohol operation in Dunn
The North Carolina Alcohol Law Enforcement Division (ALE) has conducted a significant investigation into illegal alcohol sales in Dunn, NC, acting on community complaints.
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ALE traffic stop in Red Springs leads to bomb squad intervention
At around 1 p.m., a Special Agent from North Carolina Alcohol Law Enforcement (ALE) conducted a traffic stop near Cope Road in Red Springs.
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Burke County nuisance case resolved with final judgment and property transfer
Following numerous criminal and drug-related offenses and community complaints, Burke County Sheriff Banks Hinceman enlisted the help of the Alcohol Law Enforcement Division to address a property at 1936 US 64, Morganton.
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Wildfires prompt North Carolina's Governor to expand state of emergency and response efforts
Governor Josh Stein declared a State of Emergency in response to the wildfires currently burning in western North Carolina.
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Governor Stein expands state of emergency as North Carolina wildfires grow
Today, Governor Josh Stein expanded the state’s capacity to respond to the wildfires in western North Carolina, urging residents to remain vigilant of the high fire danger.
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Traffic stop leads to barricade situation in Elizabeth City
At around 12:15 p.m., North Carolina Alcohol Law Enforcement (ALE) Special Agents conducted a traffic stop on Grice Street in Elizabeth City.
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North Carolina law enforcement seizes drugs and alcohol in multi-county operation
The North Carolina Alcohol Law Enforcement Division (ALE) and the Chadbourn Police Department have completed a multi-county investigation that led to the seizure of marijuana, spirituous liquor, and various controlled substances.
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Governor outlines criminal justice priorities at commission meeting
On Thursday, Governor Josh Stein addressed the Governor’s Crime Commission to outline his administration's priorities for the coming year.
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Gobernador Stein presenta prioridades ante Comisión contra el Crimen
Hoy, el gobernador Josh Stein se dirigió a la Comisión del Gobernador contra el Delito (GCC) para discutir las prioridades que su administración desea que este organismo asesor, compuesto por 44 miembros, aborde en el próximo año.
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Store owner charged after joint investigation reveals sale of illegal THC products
On March 20, 2025, the North Carolina Alcohol Law Enforcement Division (ALE) and Butner Public Safety concluded an investigation into Butner Tobacco and Vape at 407 Central Avenue, Butner.
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Orange County Sheriff leads first meeting as chairman of crime commission
Orange County Sheriff Charles S. Blackwood is set to lead his first meeting as chair of the Governor’s Crime Commission on Thursday, March 20.
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Alguacil Charle S. Blackwood liderará comisión estatal contra el delito
El alguacil del Condado Orange, Charle S. Blackwood, está listo para liderar su primera reunión como Presidente de la Comisión del Gobernador contra el Delito este jueves 20 de marzo.
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NC S.A.F.E supplies 10K gun locks to North Carolina National Guard
In an effort to reduce self-harm and provide safe firearm storage options for soldiers, airmen, employees, and families of the North Carolina National Guard (NCNG), the NC S.A.F.E. (Secure All Firearms Effectively) campaign has supplied 10,000 gun...
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NC S.A.F.E. campaign supplies 10,000 gun locks to North Carolina National Guard
The NC S.A.F.E. (Secure All Firearms Effectively) Campaign has supplied 10,000 gun locks to the North Carolina National Guard’s Integrated Primary Prevention team.
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NC S.A.F.E. partners with NC National Guard for firearm safety campaign
Media representatives are invited to attend a press conference on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, at the North Carolina National Guard Joint Forces Headquarters in Raleigh.
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NC S.A.F.E. Campaign partners with NC National Guard for firearm safety initiative
Members of the media are invited to a press conference scheduled for Tuesday, March 18 at the North Carolina National Guard Joint Force Headquarters in Raleigh.
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Rowan County resolves Salisbury property issue through court-ordered abatement
After a series of criminal violations, drug overdose deaths, and community complaints, the Rowan County Sheriff requested assistance from the Alcohol Law Enforcement Division to address issues at a property on 660 Sides Road in Salisbury.
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North Carolinians urged to apply for road repair aid after Hurricane Helene
Governor Josh Stein and emergency management officials are urging residents of western North Carolina to apply for a program aimed at repairing private roads and bridges damaged by Hurricane Helene.