Medicaid Spending Soars; Teen Takeover Crackdown

North Carolina lawmakers are raising concerns as Medicaid spending has grown 93% over the past four years, approaching $42 billion, with House Speaker Destin Hall weighing in on the program’s long-term sustainability. Meanwhile, Governor Josh Stein is highlighting progress on the Renew NC homebuilding initiative, even as many homeowners remain on waiting lists for assistance. The program also examines how cities across North Carolina are responding to recent incidents of teen takeovers following violence in Raleigh, with several municipalities considering stricter enforcement measures. Finally, a look ahead at next week's legislative session and the key issues lawmakers are expected to tackle as they return to Raleigh.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.