New Bill Proposed to Change Law Regarding Police Body-Cam Footage
Shayna PraceStaff Writer North Carolina representative John Faircloth introduced a bill that will get rid of some of the limitations that require a council or board of commissioners to get permission from a Superior Court judge before viewing police body- or dash-cam footage. “There was a lot of concern about having to go to a Superior Court judge,” said Faircloth, R-High Point, in reaction to … Continue reading New Bill Proposed to Change Law Regarding Police Body-Cam Footage
Police Officer Reassigned after Slamming Student into Ground
Peyton UpchurchStaff Writer A sheriff’s deputy was reassigned on Friday, April 19 after a cell phone video surfaced that depicted the deputy punching a young man in the head during an arrest. After receiving a call about a fight between several students at Tamarac shopping center in Florida, police arrived and instructed the teenagers to leave the area. Several young men were caught trespassing shortly … Continue reading Police Officer Reassigned after Slamming Student into Ground
Robert Mueller Releases 450-Page Redacted Report
Hannah AstinStaff Writer Special Counsel Robert Mueller released his 450-page redacted report on April 18, after almost two years of investigation into whether the Trump campaign knowingly conspired with Russia to influence the 2016 presidential election. The Mueller report also includes details concerning whether Trump tried to obstruct justice during the course of the investigation. Ahead of the release, Attorney General William Barr released a … Continue reading Robert Mueller Releases 450-Page Redacted Report
Duke Energy to Increase Its Solar Power Capacity
Tyra HilliardStaff Writer Over the next two years, Duke Energy has set a goal to boost at least a fifth of its solar power supply to North and South Carolina. The plan is credited to company-owned and third-party partnerships and projects. In all, 14 projects will add around 600 megawatts of solar power to the 3,000 that the Charlotte-based electric company sends across the Carolinas. … Continue reading Duke Energy to Increase Its Solar Power Capacity
Senator McConnell To Introduce Way to Raise Age to Purchase Tobacco
Luciano GonzalezStaff Writer Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell is planning to introduce a bill into Congress in the coming weeks that would raise the national minimum age required to legally sell tobacco from age 18 to 21. This is being done to combat the rise of vaping, which is the act of inhaling or exhaling aerosol produced by e-cigarettes, vape-pens, advanced personal vaporizers and other … Continue reading Senator McConnell To Introduce Way to Raise Age to Purchase Tobacco
Gauging The Climate: Should Schools Educate Students on Global Warming?
Elliott VoorheesStaff Writer It is hard to think of a more pressing and widely relevant situation in our time than climate change. This environmental crisis is literally changing the landscape of our world and it will only continue to do so if we stay on the same path. No matter your stance, everyone should strive to be educated on the manner. This is an immediate … Continue reading Gauging The Climate: Should Schools Educate Students on Global Warming?
The Great Immigrant Panic: 287(g) agreements
Quashon AventStaff Writer North Carolina has a long history of sponsoring disastrous bills. HB2 and SB 824 are some of the more obvious examples. However, there’s been a recent law enforcement bill that even the NC Sheriff’s Association has opposed. House Bill 370 is a proposed law that would force local law enforcement to cooperate with ICE or face fines for disobedience. The fines could … Continue reading The Great Immigrant Panic: 287(g) agreements
The Future of Tattoos, Piercings and Colored Hair in the Workplace
Rejani KingStaff Writer Attempting to get hired for a job can be difficult for a lot of reasons, but what about for those who have tattoos, piercings and colored hair? Tattoos, piercings and colored hair are all forms of self-expression. Many of us have a dream job in mind, and having body modification can unfortunately affect an employer’s willingness to hire you. Usually, when hiring … Continue reading The Future of Tattoos, Piercings and Colored Hair in the Workplace
Kevin Abstract-‘Ghettobaby’ EP
Trent RydenStaff Writer Rapper and songwriter Ian Simpson, also known as Kevin Abstract, the mastermind behind the rap/alt pop group Brockhampton, has been feeling lonely lately. It does not come as much of a surprise considering the fact that he abandoned the creative direction of his famed rap entourage and is releasing a solo project, “Ghettobaby,” which will be out in its entirety on April … Continue reading Kevin Abstract-‘Ghettobaby’ EP
Beyoncé- Homecoming
Keia HarrisArts and Entertainment Editor I cannot say with a good conscience that I am a dedicated member of the Bey Hive- please hold your attacks. With that being said, I am proud to say that this review is anything but biased. In 2018, Beyoncé became the first black woman to headline Coachella, arguably the most popular music festival in the country. The motivation behind … Continue reading Beyoncé- Homecoming
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