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After scrutiny, EMIRE House apparently suspends operations

February 8, 2013 in Breaking News by Matt Comer

The founder of a new non-profit organization formed to work with young adults confirmed reports on Friday afternoon that the group is ceasing operations after scrutiny from this newspaper and others.

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Gaps revealed in sex offender info, youth safety policies

February 6, 2013 in Breaking News by Matt Comer

Recent interactions between a registered sex offender and a local lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) youth services agency have revealed gaps in both law enforcement knowledge about some sex offenders’ past crimes and the strength of youth safety and protection policies among Charlotte’s and the region’s most recognizable and active LGBT community organizations.

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Organization founded by sex offender raises concerns among Charlotte youth advocates

February 5, 2013 in Breaking News by Matt Comer

A new organization and its leader, a registered sex offender and felon convicted on three fraud charges, are raising notes of concern for one local organization serving lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) youth.