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North Carolina’s gun laws could see a big change this year. This session, the North Carolina General Assembly is considering bills to allow anyone over the age of 18 to carry a concealed gun without needing a permit.
A bill to remove the requirement already passed in the state Senate last month.

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Clouds increased Thursday ahead of our next rainmaker.

We'll see additional chances for showers and isolated thunderstorms during the day Friday. Some storms may produce strong winds and hail.

There's a small shower chance Saturday, and the Sunday forecast looks dry.

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Around North Carolina

1. N.C. town hit hard by floods could lose millions in federal dollars

Around $184 million in federal funding for disaster preparedness projects across North Carolina could be in jeopardy. Last week the Federal Emergency Management Agency eliminated the Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities program that’s designed to help communities prepare for natural disasters.

2. Dare County housing task force partners with ECU to find affordable housing solutions

East Carolina University researchers, partnered with the Dare Community Housing Task Force, hosted a series of six open houses to gather community feedback about the county’s biggest housing challenges.

3. Mooresville farm says strawberry-picking season is looking fruitful

North Carolina ranks third nationally in strawberry production, according to a trade group, and farms are getting ready for a sweet harvest as the season for the berries is right around the corner.

Around The Nation

1. Three adults, three children dead after Hudson River helicopter crash, officials say

2. Trump convenes Cabinet after major tariff pause, says there will be 'transition cost'

3. What to know about the 2025 Atlantic hurricane names

Editor's Pick - Family-owned Charlotte grocery store prepares for possible tariff impact

Mecklenburg County Market said its prices have not increased since tariffs were announced. The store's manager said imported blueberries are currently more expensive. The store encourages the public to buy products that are grown and sourced locally to keep costs low.