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Breaking Brett Jensen kicks the show off by talking about the recent shooting incident at a Walmart in Lancaster

Brett discusses his behind-the-scenes work with Mark Garrison to get the facts, explaining that while the situation was serious, it was not catastrophic. He praises the swift action of local law enforcement and the collaborative efforts of various agencies, highlighting the efficiency with which the scene was cleared. Brett also notes the significant differences in the handling of crime between Lancaster County and Mecklenburg County

Later Brett Discusses the growing importance of weather in local news. He explains that viewers tune into local broadcasts primarily for weather updates, more so than for sports, which have seen shorter segments over time. Jensen highlights the issue of radar gaps in the Charlotte area, particularly affecting the tracking of tornadoes. Jensen reports on Congressman Tim Moore’s efforts to address this by introducing legislation to fund new weather radar systems. Moore’s bill aims to close these radar coverage gaps, which currently leave parts of the region vulnerable to weather threats.

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