📉 RTI International is cutting more jobs due to the changing funding environment under the Trump administration. (News & Observer 🔒)
The research firm has 35% fewer employees than it did in January.
💰 Raleigh's proposed city budget does not come with any property tax increases and includes raises for city staff. (INDY Week)
🌀 North Carolina's House unveiled a proposal Wednesday for an additional $450 million for Helene relief recovery separate from the budget. The Senate and governor both proposed far higher amounts for the next bout of Helene recovery funding. (WRAL)
