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Local News Roundup: Crystal Hill returns; CMPD pushes for police grants; replacement named for Chuck Edwards; S.C. Senate primary

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Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins

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Aug 14, 2026

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3016

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Summary

CMS Superintendent Crystal Hill is back in the driver’s seat, but we still know little about what led to her suspension. Democrats on City Council are uneasy about CMPD’s push to apply for a federal “Make America Safe Again” grant. We’ll tell you why. Plus, the latest on campaigns in western North Carolina and South Carolina.