AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoPublic Safety & Tech: Kannapolis’ fake murder 911 call is being blamed on AI-spread misinformation, with experts warning the speed of AI makes false alerts harder to catch—officials urge people to verify through law enforcement. Health Care Costs: CarolinaEast Medical Center in New Bern says it will drop out-of-network status for UnitedHealthcare and Blue Cross Medicare Advantage plans starting July 1, citing payment burdens and reimbursement delays. Transportation Policy: EPA has agreed to end emissions testing for the last 19 NC counties still doing it, except Mecklenburg—drivers could save money, but some repair shops worry about lost business. Law Enforcement Surveillance: An SBI pilot using automatic license plate readers along state roads is expanding, with lawmakers being asked for more grants and an extension. Energy & Everyday Prices: GasBuddy reports midgrade gas lows around $4.39 in Hoke County (week ending May 9) as fuel prices stay volatile. Business & Growth: Hux Safety Solutions says it’s building a permanent home office plus three NC regional hubs and a statewide digital credential platform.
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