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Following the EPA’s new regulations for PFAS in drinking water, utilities across the country are wondering what it might cost to filter forever chemicals. But new technologies might make it less expensive.
The Newsroom
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Last year, we reported on the abrupt closing of the Career Readiness Academy at Mosley — a little-known but beloved program in the New Hanover County Schools district. Public pushback saved the Mosley program, but developed into a debate over a 'newcomer school' for immigrants who had recently arrived in the United States, introduced as a possible replacement for Mosley. On this show, we unpack some of the narratives and misinformation that became part of that debate.
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- Three employees resign following Elizabeth Craver's reinstatement as Pender County Clerk of Court
- For a second year, WFD says mental health support is its top priority
- Recently published study looks at healthcare and race, including in North Carolina
- The Dive: The New Hanover County budget shortfall we aren't talking about much
- CFR: WFD's budget request; innovation in housing solutions
- Judge rules Elizabeth Craver will remain Pender County's clerk of court
- Leland town council hears new budget proposal
- Ask a Journalist: I'm stuck in line at the DMV. What's going on?
- Project Grace won’t be getting a Michael Jordan museum after all
- An air conditioner on trial: WHQR's Nikolai Mather and Ben Schachtman talk Craver removal hearing
- "Backwards lying and deceit": Pender County clerk of court removal hearing begins
- NHC school board seeks to prioritize which jobs to save, gets no answers on layoff letters
Culture / Arts / Inside HQR
- Comedian Meghan Cook on her origins in stand-up, and advice for aspiring comics
- Cape Fear Conversations: Health Equity
- Docutime Film Festival celebrates its 20th year
- Around Town With Rhonda Bellamy: Grahamland Amusements
- Cinematique Presents: The Beast
- Cinematique Presents: Problemista
- Cinematique Presents: Wicked Little Letters
- Around Town With Rhonda Bellamy: Dorothy Gillespie documentary
- Robert Bellamy, aka ScaleHamHawk da Poet, talks about his work, his muse, and his name
- Around Town with Rhonda Bellamy: Madafo Day
- Actor Irene Santiago talks memorable moments, working as a Puerto Rican in film, and working with at-risk kids
- Around Town with Rhonda Bellamy: Wilmington Virtuosi Brass
Evenings on 92.7fm Classical HQR
Cape Fear Rundown
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Welcome back to the Cape Fear Rundown. This week Ben joins us to talk to us about a particular budget request from the Wilmington Fire Department and then, Kelly joins us to give a sneak peek into her upcoming Newsroom episode.
Port City Politics
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On this episode: The Cotton Exchange has had its two bronze lanterns for almost fifty years — now the United States government wants them back. Plus, does a denied budget request for the Columbus County Sheriff's Office point to the long-term fallout from Jody Greene's time as Sheriff? And, a rare glimpse into the Grand Jury process leaves more questions than answers.
National News
- States find a downside to mandatory reporting laws meant to protect children
- Developer plans to eclipse New York and build the 5th tallest building in Oklahoma
- California measure would allow Arizona doctors to perform abortions as ban proceeds
- Arizona becomes the 4th state to charge Trump allies in a fake elector scheme
- It's been 10 years since the start of a devastating water crisis in Flint, Mich.
- American Airlines passenger alleges discrimination over use of first-class restroom
- Amazon warehouse workers in Alabama might get a third try at unionizing
- Caleb Williams, likely top NFL draft pick, traces success to an interception at age 9
- Coal and new gas power plants will have to meet climate pollution targets
- World Central Kitchen workers killed in Israeli strikes will be honored at memorial
State News
- NC Gov. Cooper calls for education funding as legislature opens session
- Buncombe tourism authority excludes affordable housing in $10 million in LIFT grants
- UNC System faculty at odds with process that aims to eliminate DEI: ‘Corrosive effect on trust'
- Drag shows at Monroe restaurant spark protests, dueling lawsuits
- Buncombe County Planning Board postpones vote on short-term rental restrictions for 100 days
- NC public schools face mounting financial pressures. Meet the CFOs who guide the ship.
- New green: First marijuana dispensary opens in North Carolina on the Qualla Boundary
- Bishop, Jackson differ on votes for Ukraine aid, forced sale of TikTok
- How Boston Democrats adopted Mecklenburg County
- North Carolina and other states can seize the estates of Medicaid recipients