The North Carolina General Assembly continues to address the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, approving a $700 million recovery package for Western North Carolina. Meanwhile, a contentious shrimping ban is being debated, with opponents threatening lawmakers and a three-judge panel is set to hear arguments in a lawsuit challenging Republican-backed changes to state appointments. Additionally, a technology company, Wolfspeed, is filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy due to significant financial struggles and a downturn in the electric vehicle market. [... more]