Tune in here to this ​Friday's edition of Breaking With Brett Jensen!

Breaking Brett Jensen kicks off the show by discussing Tariq Bokhari’s final days on Charlotte City Council and his next chapter as Deputy Director of the National Transit Authority.

We're joined by Tariq Bokhari for a candid conversation reflecting on nearly eight years of service from the calm early days to the chaotic “wartime” years of COVID, protests, and political battles.

Bokhari shared his pride in recruiting over 2,000 tech jobs, launching local events, and most of all, fighting for better equipment for police officers. Brett also teased a possible successor: Bokhari’s wife, Krista, who has played a major role behind the scenes and is now eyeing the open seat. With District 6’s shifting political balance, her appointment or election could be pivotal.

Later in the show, Brett Jensen turns the spotlight to two powerful stories of resilience and recovery in the North Carolina mountains following the devastation of Hurricane Helene. He shares a Queen City News report about a bridge rebuilt in Newland, finally allowing residents to cross a creek and visit loved ones' graves for the first time in over six months. Another emotional story focuses on a man trapped for 10 hours under debris who remained calm, faithful, and selfless—ultimately passing away after getting a final moment with his wife.

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