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MEDIA ADVISORY: Sept. 20 Citizen Advisory Committee meeting on state mitigation funding to be virtual

Due to recent storm damage and flooding in coastal communities, the planned public Sept. 20 meeting of the state Citizen Advisory Committee for Community Development Block Grant - Mitigation funding will be virtual only.

Governor Cooper Declares State of Emergency for Impacted Areas in Response to Severe Flooding and Heavy Rainfall in Southeast North Carolina

Potential Tropical Cyclone Eight has caused significant flooding and impacts to public and private property and critical infrastructure including roads and bridges. The storm dropped over 18 inches of rain in less than a day in some locations. This declaration makes additional assistance available to Bladen, Brunswick, Columbus and New Hanover counties.

Hazardous Weather Causes Severe Flooding and Damage in Southeast North Carolina

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Major Flooding, High Winds and Road Closures Impact Southeast NC As Heavy Rainfall Continues

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ALE Investigation Leads to Charges at Johnston County Store

On September 13, 2024, the North Carolina Alcohol Law Enforcement (ALE) Division along with the Smithfield Police Department executed a search warrant at Mr.

Citizen Advisory Committee to discuss state mitigation funding updates at Sept. 20 meeting

The public is invited to attend a Sept. 20 meeting of the state Citizen Advisory Committee for HUD Community Development Block Grant - Mitigation funding.

Crime Commission Allocates $3.5M for Violence Intervention

The Governor's Crime Commission on Sept. 5 voted to approve $3.5 million for grants to provide violence intervention programs. Commissioners also discussed critical challenges facing the state’s crime victim service providers and law enforcement agencies.

Juvenile Escapee Apprehended

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Juvenile Escapes from C.A. Dillon Regional Juvenile Detention Center 

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September is National Preparedness Month in North Carolina

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ALE Investigation Leads to Charges at Two Johnston County Stores

On August 30, 2024, the North Carolina Alcohol Law Enforcement (ALE) Division conducted an enforcement operation in Johnston County, resulting in multiple arrests and seizures.

ALE Investigation Shuts Down Illegal Alcohol Establishment

As a result of complaints from the community, the Alcohol Law Enforcement Division (ALE) concluded an investigation into an illegal alcohol establishment in Wilmington.

N.C. Office of Recovery and Resiliency reopens Homeownership Assistance Program

The Homeownership Assistance Program has reopened to assist eligible first-time and first-generation homebuyers in 16 eastern North Carolina counties.

State Highway Patrol Graduates 41 New Troopers

The State Highway Patrol proudly welcomed 41 new troopers on August 16, 2024, at a graduation ceremony held for the 163rd Basic Highway Patrol School.

Rivers Rise as NC’s Recovery From Tropical Storm Debby Continues

Even as Tropical Storm Debby has passed residents and motorists in North Carolina should continue to heed safety warnings, especially in low-lying areas prone to flood.  The storm killed four people in North Carolina, and heavy rain, tornadoes and flooding damaged infrastructure and homes.