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Raleigh Deputies in Wake County Launch Neuse River Rescue

TL/DR - Deputies in Wake County assisted in a water rescue operation that took place in the Neuse River, east of Raleigh. No additional details about the circumstances of the incident or the individuals involved were provided. The county authorities were actively involved in the rescue efforts. Water Rescue in Wake County's Neuse River, East…

Jim Barrett Retires: 40 Years at Helm of Pisgah Legal Services

TL/DR - Jim Barrett, the Executive Director of Pisgah Legal Services in Asheville, North Carolina, is retiring after leading the organization for 40 years. Under Barrett's leadership, the organization has provided free legal services to low-income residents in Western North Carolina, helping them to fight for justice in areas such as domestic…

Ethnic Intimidation Charges for Asheville Library Incident Suspect

TL/DR - Detectives from the Asheville Police Department have charged Michael Solomon Brocenos, 34, following an assault at the West Asheville Library on June 29. He has been charged with ethnic intimidation for his involvement in the incident. The police are continuing their investigation into the assault and are asking the public for assistance…

2021 Candler Shooting: Murder Charge Cleared for Accused Woman

TL/DR - A first-degree murder charge against Alexis Buckner, related to the 2021 shooting death of her ex-boyfriend Joshua Silvers in Candler, North Carolina, has been dropped. The announcement was made by Buncombe County District Attorney Todd Williams. James Benson Jr., another person initially charged with the murder, pleaded guilty to…