Author: Living Legends
WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) – The Biden administration finalized a rule on Tuesday to prevent unpaid medical bills from showing up on credit reports. The rule from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) will remove $49 billion in medical debt for 15 million Americans, according to the White House. “This will be lifechanging for millions of families, making it easier for them to be approved for a car loan, a home loan, or a small-business loan,” Vice President Kamala Harris said in a statement. CFPB said that medical bills are poor predicators of a person’s ability to repay a loan. The agency…
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — Medic has reached an agreement to temporarily extend its contract with the Charlotte Fire Department. The Mecklenburg County ambulance service announced Tuesday that it’s extending the agreement for six months through a memorandum of understanding. The two agencies had until Jan. 9 to reach a deal. PREVIOUS: Charlotte FD seeks new ambulance contract with Medic amid city’s rapid growth “This will provide the time necessary to redefine the role that CFD plays as a first responder in the EMS system along with any downstream impact on Medic and service delivery,” Medic officials said in…
NORTH CAROLINA (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — Governor Stein announced Tuesday an executive order temporarily waiving federal limits on the amount of time drivers transporting propane and other heating fuels can be on the road. This will ensure heating materials get to people in need quickly, Stein’s Office announced. “As we face plummeting temperatures, we must ensure that North Carolinians who have been impacted by winter weather and Hurricane Helene maintain an adequate supply of heating fuels,” Governor Stein said in a released statement Tuesday. “We’ll continue to use every tool at our disposal to keep people safe and help them recover from…
NORTH CAROLINA (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — Governor Stein announced Tuesday an executive order temporarily waiving federal limits on the amount of time drivers transporting propane and other heating fuels can be on the road. This will ensure heating materials get to people in need quickly, Stein’s Office announced. “As we face plummeting temperatures, we must ensure that North Carolinians who have been impacted by winter weather and Hurricane Helene maintain an adequate supply of heating fuels,” Governor Stein said in a released statement Tuesday. “We’ll continue to use every tool at our disposal to keep people safe and help them recover from…
(QUEEN CITY NEWS NOW) — On Saturday, Josh Stein will be sworn in as North Carolina’s next governor, starting a very pivotal 6 months for North Carolina and the country. Dr. Susan Roberts of Davidson College spoke with Queen City News Now about how critical the start of the new year is, including Josh Stein’s start as governor.
(QUEEN CITY NEWS NOW) — Starting this week, a new cell phone policy for students is in effect in South Carolina schools. Queen City News Now talked with Sherry East with the SC Education Association about the pros and cons of the new policy.
BELMONT, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — A manufacturing company could bring nearly 350 new jobs and $35 million to Belmont. The city is a finalist to land a finalist to land a Chinese company’s facility. Monday night City Council unanimously approved matching Gaston County’s Level 3 Incentive Grant (out of four), worth a total of $1.5 million; the state also is offering incentives. Gaston County woman wins $100,000 lottery jackpot prize Donny Hicks, director of the Gaston County Economic Development Commission, told City Council that Belmont is one of approximately six cities attempting to land the company. He said there…
CHARLOTTE (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — One person is injured after a train crashed into a minivan Tuesday morning in north Charlotte, according to Medic. The accident happened around 11 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 7, in the 4100 block of Hucks Road. 🚗 Track issues along your commute with the QCN Traffic Interactive Map Medic reported to Queen City News one person suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No word on the exact circumstances of the accident. Queen City News has reached out to Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police for further information. Photos: Queen City News Photos: Queen City News Photos: Queen City News
CHARLOTTE (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — One person is injured after a train crashed into a minivan Tuesday morning in north Charlotte, according to Medic. The accident happened around 11 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 7, in the 4100 block of Hucks Road. 🚗 Track issues along your commute with the QCN Traffic Interactive Map Medic reported to Queen City News one person suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No word on the exact circumstances of the accident. Queen City News has reached out to Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police for further information. Photos: Queen City News Photos: Queen City News Photos: Queen City News
We are saddened to announce the death of Professor David Rhind, a distinguished geographer, academic leader, and former Vice-Chancellor of City, University of London. Professor Rhind served as Vice-Chancellor for nine years, from 1998 to 2007, during which time he left a strong mark on our institution. His vision and commitment helped shape what is now City St George’s into the university it is today. A pioneer in the field of geography, Professor Rhind’s contributions extended beyond academia; he served as Chair of The Nuffield Foundation, Deputy Chair of the UK Statistics Authority, and Non-Executive Director of the Bank of…