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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
Massive Manhunt Underway for Escaped Vance County Inmates; $40K Reward Offered
Public Safety

Massive Manhunt Underway for Escaped Vance County Inmates; $40K Reward Offered

Authorities are intensifying their search for two escaped Vance County Detention Center inmates, offering a substantial reward and deploying new surveillance tactics.

NC Senate Debates Controversial Tax on Obscene Material, Social Media Curbs, and Surveillance Tech
Public Safety

NC Senate Debates Controversial Tax on Obscene Material, Social Media Curbs, and Surveillance Tech

North Carolina Senate considers a 50% tax on prurient materials, age limits for social media, and the expansion of license plate reader technology.

Manhunt Culminates in Arrest After Daring Patrol Car Theft in Wayne County
Public Safety

Manhunt Culminates in Arrest After Daring Patrol Car Theft in Wayne County

A swift response by Wayne County deputies led to the apprehension of a suspect who stole a patrol car during a domestic dispute investigation.

Demand for Accountability: Tragic Child Deaths Fuel Calls for Openness in Child Welfare Systems
Community

Demand for Accountability: Tragic Child Deaths Fuel Calls for Openness in Child Welfare Systems

Following heartbreaking child fatalities, states are enacting laws to increase transparency and oversight in child welfare agencies.

A Symbol of Service: Wallace Fire Department Celebrates a Century of Dedication
Duplin County

A Symbol of Service: Wallace Fire Department Celebrates a Century of Dedication

The Wallace Fire Department commemorates 100 years of service with a special flag, honoring their enduring commitment to the community.

Biomarker Testing Advocacy Gains Momentum in North Carolina: Parents and Doctors Urge Insurance Coverage for Life-Saving Treatments
Community

Biomarker Testing Advocacy Gains Momentum in North Carolina: Parents and Doctors Urge Insurance Coverage for Life-Saving Treatments

North Carolina parents and medical professionals are advocating for mandatory insurance coverage of biomarker testing, a crucial tool in personalized cancer care.

WakeMed Defends Atrium Alliance Amidst Public Scrutiny
Business

WakeMed Defends Atrium Alliance Amidst Public Scrutiny

WakeMed leaders are actively promoting their proposed alliance with Atrium Health, addressing concerns about cost, transparency, and speed following public backlash.

Honoring a Hero: Wayne County Mourns Sgt. Matthew Fishman’s Ultimate Sacrifice
Public Safety

Honoring a Hero: Wayne County Mourns Sgt. Matthew Fishman’s Ultimate Sacrifice

A community grieves and prepares to honor Sgt. Matthew Fishman, a fallen Wayne County deputy killed in the line of duty.

Duplin County Authorities Pursue Leads in Disturbing Residential Shooting Incidents
Public Safety

Duplin County Authorities Pursue Leads in Disturbing Residential Shooting Incidents

Duplin County law enforcement is actively investigating a series of recent shootings targeting homes, seeking public assistance to apprehend those responsible.

Intensive Search Underway for Missing Mount Olive Man, Vehicle Discovered Near Cliffs of the Neuse
Public Safety

Intensive Search Underway for Missing Mount Olive Man, Vehicle Discovered Near Cliffs of the Neuse

Authorities are escalating their search for Antonio Hernandez Sanches, a 23-year-old Mount Olive resident, whose vehicle was found near Cliffs of the Neuse State Park.

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