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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.

95 articles published
Raleigh Eyes Youth Curfew After Chaotic July 4th Teen Takeover and Shootings
Local News

Raleigh Eyes Youth Curfew After Chaotic July 4th Teen Takeover and Shootings

Following violent teen takeovers and multiple shootings over July 4th weekend, Raleigh’s mayor considers a curfew for minors to restore safety.

Trump Escalates Feud with Italy’s Meloni, Posts ‘Restraining Order’ Photo
Community

Trump Escalates Feud with Italy’s Meloni, Posts ‘Restraining Order’ Photo

Donald Trump fuels tensions with Italian PM Giorgia Meloni by posting a provocative ‘restraining order’ image amid strained NATO ties.

Duplin County Forest Fire Now 50% Contained After Weekend Efforts
Community

Duplin County Forest Fire Now 50% Contained After Weekend Efforts

Firefighters in Duplin County have reached 50% containment of the Chicken Farm Lane blaze after intense work over the holiday weekend.

Judge Rules Trump Administration Wrongfully Fired Intelligence Officers
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Judge Rules Trump Administration Wrongfully Fired Intelligence Officers

A federal appeals court orders reinstatement of 19 CIA and ODNI officers targeted in Trump administration firings tied to DEI roles.

National Guard Opens Fire in Memphis, Killing an Armed Man Overnight
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National Guard Opens Fire in Memphis, Killing an Armed Man Overnight

Memphis National Guard troops fatally shot an armed man during a tense overnight incident, raising questions about security and response tactics.

Trump Admin Sticks with Contractor Despite Lincoln Memorial Pool Vandalism Scandal
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Trump Admin Sticks with Contractor Despite Lincoln Memorial Pool Vandalism Scandal

Interior Secretary confirms no new bids for Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool repairs amid vandalism and contract scrutiny.

9 Weird Laws Still on the Books in the US That Will Surprise You
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9 Weird Laws Still on the Books in the US That Will Surprise You

Discover 9 bizarre and surprising laws still active across the US in 2026 that prove truth is stranger than fiction.

What’s the best temperature to set your AC during extreme heat?
Community

What’s the best temperature to set your AC during extreme heat?

Set your AC right this extreme heatwave with expert tips to stay cool, save energy, and avoid soaring electric bills in Wayne and Duplin Counties.

New Drug Nearly Doubles Pancreatic Cancer Survival Rates in 2026 Breakthrough
Health

New Drug Nearly Doubles Pancreatic Cancer Survival Rates in 2026 Breakthrough

A groundbreaking drug has nearly doubled survival rates for pancreatic cancer patients, offering new hope in the fight against this deadly disease.

Duplin Man Sentenced to 10 Years for Meth Trafficking Scheme
Community

Duplin Man Sentenced to 10 Years for Meth Trafficking Scheme

David Kyle Rivenbark receives decade in federal prison after selling over two pounds of methamphetamine in Duplin County.

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