
May 15, 2026
The North Carolina Department of Justice is uniting county-level fatality review teams in a new statewide initiative aimed at reducing deaths linked with domestic violence. Officials say sharing data will help create stronger prevention strategies while supporting victims across all regions.
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May 14, 2026
Attorney General Jeff Jackson announced key developments affecting North Carolinians: A federal court struck down recent federal tariffs deemed illegal after legal action led by his office. On the same day he revealed a major settlement shutting down a data exchange accused of raising meat prices through coordinated practices.
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May 11, 2026
Attorney General Jeff Jackson announced a settlement ending secret data sharing among top meat processors accused of raising food prices nationwide. The agreement bans certain reporting practices by Agri Stats after allegations they contributed to inflated costs for chicken, pork, and turkey.
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May 7, 2026
Attorney General Jeff Jackson is urging credit card companies and payment processors nationwide to adopt stricter measures preventing minors from buying illegal vaping products online. The effort follows concerns about inadequate age verification by some retailers despite strict federal and state regulations.
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May 6, 2026
Attorney General Jeff Jackson said he and 44 other attorneys general want federal rules requiring pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) to disclose profits and allow audits.
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May 5, 2026
Attorney General Jeff Jackson announced a $584,000 settlement resolving allegations against Crossroads Treatment Center regarding improper Medicaid billing practices between 2019-2023. The case highlights cooperation among managed care organizations and government agencies working together against healthcare fraud.
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May 5, 2026
Attorney General Jeff Jackson has issued a warning about scam calls targeting professionals with licenses in North Carolina. Scammers use real details such as license numbers to appear credible before demanding sensitive information. Officials urge anyone receiving such calls to verify with their licensing board directly.
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May 1, 2026
Attorney General Jeff Jackson is warning about an increase in employment scams affecting job seekers in North Carolina. Scammers are posing as recruiters and stealing personal information through fake hiring processes. Residents are urged to stay cautious when considering job offers.
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May 1, 2026
Attorney General Jeff Jackson announced nearly $150 million will go toward fighting opioid addiction in North Carolina after finalizing a national settlement with Purdue Pharma. The agreement also bars members of the Sackler family from selling opioids again.
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April 29, 2026
Attorney General Jeff Jackson is calling for greater oversight of pharmacy benefit managers alongside dozens of counterparts nationwide. The group wants more disclosure from these companies due to concerns about rising prescription drug costs.
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