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James Fortner

Reporter, Mount Olive Chronicle

Covers public safety, courts, and law enforcement. Criminal justice background from Fayetteville State University. The Chronicle's primary FOIA and public records specialist.

153 articles published
Surge in Construction at Suspected Iranian Nuclear Site Amid US Strike Plans
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Surge in Construction at Suspected Iranian Nuclear Site Amid US Strike Plans

Satellite images reveal intense construction at Iran’s Pickaxe Mountain site as the US explores new ways to strike deep underground targets.

Police Event Cancels Jelly Roll Performance Over Trump Criticism on Kimmel
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Police Event Cancels Jelly Roll Performance Over Trump Criticism on Kimmel

Jelly Roll’s recent insults toward President Trump on Jimmy Kimmel’s show led to his removal from a major law enforcement fundraiser.

ICE Raid at Memphis Nightclub Leads to 121 Immigration Arrests
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ICE Raid at Memphis Nightclub Leads to 121 Immigration Arrests

ICE arrested 121 individuals at a Memphis nightclub during a crackdown on illegal immigration linked to gambling and drug investigations.

Judge Orders 48-Hour Notice Before Work on Trump’s 250-Foot Arch Near Arlington
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Judge Orders 48-Hour Notice Before Work on Trump’s 250-Foot Arch Near Arlington

Federal judge requires Trump administration to notify court 48 hours before starting work on planned 250-foot arch near Arlington National Cemetery.

U.S. State Department Urges Americans to Prepare Wills and DNA Samples Before Traveling to Libya
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U.S. State Department Urges Americans to Prepare Wills and DNA Samples Before Traveling to Libya

The U.S. State Department warns Americans against travel to Libya in 2026, urging preparation of wills, DNA samples, and emergency plans.

Supreme Court Rejects Trump’s Emergency Bid, Clearing Manhattan Prosecutors’ Access to Tax Records
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Supreme Court Rejects Trump’s Emergency Bid, Clearing Manhattan Prosecutors’ Access to Tax Records

The Supreme Court denies Trump’s emergency request, allowing Manhattan DA to pursue his tax and financial records.

Federal Judge Condemns ICE Deportation of Nigerian Man Tortured by His Government
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Federal Judge Condemns ICE Deportation of Nigerian Man Tortured by His Government

A federal judge blasts ICE for deporting a Nigerian man despite protections, demanding steps to return him to the U.S.

At Least 3 Dead, 23 Injured in Two Mass Shootings Less Than 15 Minutes Apart
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At Least 3 Dead, 23 Injured in Two Mass Shootings Less Than 15 Minutes Apart

Two mass shootings in Trenton, NJ, and Chicago within 15 minutes leave 3 dead and 23 wounded as authorities search for suspects.

7 Surprising Cities Leading the Way in Tenant-Friendly Laws This Year
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7 Surprising Cities Leading the Way in Tenant-Friendly Laws This Year

Discover the top 7 US cities where renters are gaining power through new tenant-friendly policies in 2026. See which cities top the list.

North Carolina Launches Labor Day ‘Booze It & Lose It’ Enforcement Campaign
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North Carolina Launches Labor Day ‘Booze It & Lose It’ Enforcement Campaign

North Carolina ramps up impaired driving enforcement for Labor Day with 'Booze It & Lose It' campaign from Aug. 31 to Sept. 13.

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