A twice-deported illegal immigrant from Honduras is charged with stabbing a 24-year-old on the Charlotte light rail, sparking criticism of soft-on-crime policies and vetting failures. The incident marks the second high-profile violent incident on Charlotte's public transportation system in recent months. Meanwhile, North Carolina's overall financial health remains strong, with a new audit showing a net positive position increase of $6 billion. The state's investment in capital assets was $76 billion, and the AAA bond rating was reaffirmed by top credit rating agencies. In other news, a primary challenge is underway in the North Carolina Senate, with Senator Phil Berger facing a challenge from Sheriff Sam Page.
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