Author: Gary D. Robertson
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FBI says it disrupted a New Year’s Eve attack plan inspired by Islamic State group
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The FBI said Friday it disrupted a New Year’s Eve attack plot targeting a grocery store and fast-food restaurant in North Carolina, arresting an 18-year-old man who authorities say pledged loyalty to the Islamic State group. Christian Sturdivant was charged with attempting to provide material support to a foreign terrorist organization…
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Federal immigration crackdown ends in Charlotte, North Carolina, sheriff says
RALEIGH, N.C. — A federal immigration crackdown centered around North Carolina’s largest city of Charlotte appeared to be over after less than a week, as Border Patrol agents now turn their attention toward New Orleans, where the next big operation is expected. Federal officials confirmed with Mecklenburg County Sheriff Garry McFadden that the U.S. Customs…