AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoCollege World Series: North Carolina beat Oklahoma 6-2 in Game 2 to force a winner-take-all Game 3 Monday, with freshman Caden Glauber striking out eight after coming in from the bullpen. Hurricane Helene recovery: Gov. Josh Stein urged NC’s congressional delegation to push for more Helene funds, updating the state’s renewed request to $10B after receiving about $3B so far. Housing affordability & corporate landlords: A new analysis says nearly half of renters are cost-burdened, and private equity-backed landlords can raise rents via fees and service cuts—an issue with big implications for NC renters. State politics & hiring rules: North Carolina lawmakers are moving a bill to strengthen E-Verify requirements for certain employers, with supporters citing compliance and critics warning of hiring “chilling” effects. Local business & jobs: UNC Health is seeking approval for a new 92-bed hospital in Asheville, part of the region’s ongoing growth and healthcare expansion. Energy costs: GasBuddy reports a low regular price of $3.45 in Stokes County for the week ending June 13, as statewide averages continue to track volatile national fuel markets.
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