Former Swain Co. sheriff faces sex crime charges from NC and Cherokees. He might avoid NC prosecution if judge buys mental fitness claim.

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CATS has cracked down on crime and increased police presence on Blue Line light rail system. But nonpaying customers remain major concern.

Despite progress, challenges continue for Charlotte transit is a story from Carolina Public Press, an award-winning independent newsroom. Our breakthrough journalism shines a light on the critical overlooked and under-reported issues facing North Carolina’s more than 11 million residents. Please consider making a contribution to support our journalism.

Move to end Flock contract fails to placate Asheville residents who object to city's continued investment in other surveillance technology.

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Citizens groups push for NC governments to cut off contracts with Flock and similar surveillance companies. Some sheriffs defend programs.

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Mishandling and poor analysis of fingerprint evidence led to conviction of Durham man who served time, pointing to problems with system.

Thanks to new evidence, Durham man cleared in robbery after serving time. is a story from Carolina Public Press, an award-winning independent newsroom. Our breakthrough journalism shines a light on the critical overlooked and under-reported issues facing North Carolina’s more than 11 million residents. Please consider making a contribution to support our journalism.