Dan Kane
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I'm a reporter with The News & Observer on the investigative team. [email protected]
We got a laurel from @columjournreview.bsky.social this morning for our continued Power & Secrecy reporting. One of those walking on air moments!
What will become of CBS News and 60 Minutes?
It’s far too early to say, but a segment on last week’s show isn’t encouraging.
In Laurels & Darts, via @columjournreview.bsky.social
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It’s far too early to say, but a segment on last week’s show isn’t encouraging.
In Laurels & Darts, via @columjournreview.bsky.social
www.cjr.org/laurels-and-...
Laurels and Darts: 60 Minutes of soft soap.
Some puffery at CBS News. Plus: Radley Balko reads the receipts, New York magazine thieving from the New York Times, and a “high-ranking dumb” drug bust.
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October 31, 2025 at 7:51 PM
We got a laurel from @columjournreview.bsky.social this morning for our continued Power & Secrecy reporting. One of those walking on air moments!
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Did an unregistered homeschool let Zebulon murder suspect avoid state oversight? Father didn't register homeschool with North Carolina. The 4 children were at home, where they were allegedly murdered by their father over a 4-month period. www.newsobserver.com/news/local/e... #nced #ncpol
Unregistered homeschool linked to Johnston County murders
Homeschool advocates cite national data and call for stronger tracking after Johnston County killings, arguing oversight could prevent abuse and fatalities.
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October 30, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Did an unregistered homeschool let Zebulon murder suspect avoid state oversight? Father didn't register homeschool with North Carolina. The 4 children were at home, where they were allegedly murdered by their father over a 4-month period. www.newsobserver.com/news/local/e... #nced #ncpol
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New: FEMA records show the agency has spent millions less on hazard mitigation in NC than expected this year thanks to delays.
As FEMA and state officials feud about who is to blame, families are left paying for homes that are too flood-damaged to live in.
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As FEMA and state officials feud about who is to blame, families are left paying for homes that are too flood-damaged to live in.
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North Carolina homeowners in limbo as they await FEMA buyouts after Helene
State officials say applications to FEMA for more than $200 million in aid for homeowners have sat unapproved for months.
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October 31, 2025 at 3:38 PM
New: FEMA records show the agency has spent millions less on hazard mitigation in NC than expected this year thanks to delays.
As FEMA and state officials feud about who is to blame, families are left paying for homes that are too flood-damaged to live in.
www.charlotteobserver.com/news/politic...
As FEMA and state officials feud about who is to blame, families are left paying for homes that are too flood-damaged to live in.
www.charlotteobserver.com/news/politic...
She Despised Charlie Kirk. He Resolved to Make People Like Her Pay. www.nytimes.com/2025/10/12/u...
She Despised Charlie Kirk. He Resolved to Make People Like Her Pay.
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October 12, 2025 at 8:51 PM
She Despised Charlie Kirk. He Resolved to Make People Like Her Pay. www.nytimes.com/2025/10/12/u...
In a Private Park in North Carolina, Confederate Statues Are Rising Again www.nytimes.com/2025/10/07/u...
In a Private Park in North Carolina, Confederate Statues Are Rising Again
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October 8, 2025 at 12:59 AM
In a Private Park in North Carolina, Confederate Statues Are Rising Again www.nytimes.com/2025/10/07/u...
These 6 Charts Explain Why Democrats May Shut Down the Government www.nytimes.com/2025/09/30/o...
Opinion | These 6 Charts Explain Why Democrats May Shut Down the Government
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October 1, 2025 at 2:15 AM
These 6 Charts Explain Why Democrats May Shut Down the Government www.nytimes.com/2025/09/30/o...
The S.E.C. Drops Efforts to Recoup Funds From Trump Clemency Recipients www.nytimes.com/2025/09/19/u...
The S.E.C. Drops Efforts to Recoup Funds From Trump Clemency Recipients
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September 19, 2025 at 6:12 PM
The S.E.C. Drops Efforts to Recoup Funds From Trump Clemency Recipients www.nytimes.com/2025/09/19/u...
Social Media Reduced Two Horrific Killings to Cheap Snuff Films www.nytimes.com/2025/09/13/o...
Opinion | Social Media Reduced Two Horrific Killings to Cheap Snuff Films
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September 14, 2025 at 2:17 PM
Social Media Reduced Two Horrific Killings to Cheap Snuff Films www.nytimes.com/2025/09/13/o...
Trump Tramples Congress’s Power, With Little Challenge From G.O.P. www.nytimes.com/2025/09/07/u...
Trump Tramples Congress’s Power, With Little Challenge From G.O.P.
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September 8, 2025 at 1:50 PM
Trump Tramples Congress’s Power, With Little Challenge From G.O.P. www.nytimes.com/2025/09/07/u...
U.S. Agents Raid Upstate N.Y. Plant and Detain Dozens of Migrants www.nytimes.com/2025/09/04/n...
U.S. Agents Raid Upstate N.Y. Plant and Detain Dozens of Migrants
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September 5, 2025 at 3:35 PM
U.S. Agents Raid Upstate N.Y. Plant and Detain Dozens of Migrants www.nytimes.com/2025/09/04/n...
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Three months ago, the N.C. Association of Indian Americans hosted a fundraiser for two of the state’s most powerful politicians that raised more than $150,000 for each of their campaigns, a watchdog’s review of campaign finance records show.
NC Indian-American group promoted event as political fundraiser. Was that legit?
Three months ago, the N.C. Association of Indian Americans hosted a fundraiser for two of the state’s most powerful politicians that raised more than $150,000 for each of their campaigns, a watchdog’s review of campaign finance records show.
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September 2, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Three months ago, the N.C. Association of Indian Americans hosted a fundraiser for two of the state’s most powerful politicians that raised more than $150,000 for each of their campaigns, a watchdog’s review of campaign finance records show.
Crime Festers in Republican States While Their Troops Patrol Washington www.nytimes.com/2025/09/01/u...
Crime Festers in Republican States While Their Troops Patrol Washington
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September 1, 2025 at 5:51 PM
Crime Festers in Republican States While Their Troops Patrol Washington www.nytimes.com/2025/09/01/u...
An Industry Insider’s Changes at the E.P.A. Could Cost Taxpayers Billions www.nytimes.com/2025/08/28/c...
An Industry Insider’s Changes at the E.P.A. Could Cost Taxpayers Billions
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August 28, 2025 at 6:39 PM
An Industry Insider’s Changes at the E.P.A. Could Cost Taxpayers Billions www.nytimes.com/2025/08/28/c...
