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Part 1: The Political Beat with Ch. 9's Joe Bruno (June 21st, 2026)
Colleagues, supporters praise new Mayor Rob Harrington
SC voters to choose between 2 Trump-backed governor candidates in Republican runoff
The 2026 South Carolina Political Beat Candidate Runoff Guide
Charlotte City Council selects Rob Harrington as interim mayor
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State auditor finds no evidence of impropriety in city settlement with CMPD chief’s husband
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