AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoUtility Power Play: NextEra Energy and Dominion Energy announced a $67B all-stock merger that would create the world’s largest regulated utility, with customers in Virginia, North Carolina and South Carolina promised “bill credits” and regulators still deciding how much affordability and oversight will follow. PFAS Rollback: The EPA proposed rescinding drinking-water limits for four “forever chemicals,” while keeping the strictest rules for two others—setting up a fresh fight with public health advocates over what communities will face next. North Carolina Courts & Politics: A Durham political figure tied to a major Black advocacy group, Cassandra Stokes, was indicted on embezzlement allegations involving nearly $75,000, as the case moves through prosecutors and the SBI. Local Governance: Durham’s budget proposal would keep property taxes flat and extend free GoDurham bus service, but city workers warn the pay and cost pressures aren’t going far enough. Public Safety: Memorial Day enforcement ramps up statewide on land and water with Click It or Ticket and boating safety messaging.
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