# Local News Roundup: Alma Adams accusations, NCGA returns, severe drought continues, NFL draft

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Podcast: [Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins](https://stenobird.com/podcast/charlotte-talks-with-mike-collins-6469304)
Published: 2026-04-24T14:43:16+00:00
Episode link: https://www.wfae.org/show/charlotte-talks-with-mike-collins/2026-04-23/local-news-roundup-alma-adams-accusations-ncga-returns-severe-drought-continues-nfl-draft
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Duration seconds: 3000

## Resource

A report this week revealed Rep. Alma Adams was investigated and cleared by a House committee for an alleged inappropriate relationship with a staffer, the North Carolina General Assembly starts its short session, drought continues across the Carolinas, and the Panthers prepare for the NFL draft.

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