Michael Praats is an investigative journalist based in Wilmington, North Carolina. With a focus on local issues, Michael's articles cover a range of topics including real estate scams, attorney misconduct, political developments, and criminal investigations. His work aims to shed light on important issues in the community and hold those in power accountable.
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Michael Praats focuses primarily on local government announcements and legal policy regulation, with a strong emphasis on politics. His coverage indicates receptivity to pitches related to local legal issues, real estate fraud, gun rights, and environmental protection within the context of North Carolina and Wilmington.
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A judge greenlit the sale of 2 Charlotte-area hospitals, clearing the way for Novant to acquire them.
By: Ken Lemon, Michael Praats
9 Investigates is looking into claims of targeted towing after residents in mostly Hispanic mobile home communities say they are being preyed on.
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By: Michael Praats
If approved, the town will need to hold a public hearing, which could happen as early as the end of this month.
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By: Michael Praats
His family claims it was a death that should have been prevented -- and they say it’s not the first time something like this has happened.
By: Michael Praats
The family of a former inmate at the Mecklenburg County Detention Center who died after a fentanyl overdose in jail is suing Mecklenburg County
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By: Michael Praats
It all started after the death of a sheriff’s candidate weeks before the election in 2022, who ended up winning the vote posthumously.
By: Michael Praats
It is not uncommon for people to want to help out as much as they can after Tropical Storm Helene devastated western North Carolina, but without
By: Michael Praats
When Tropical Storm Helene brought massive rainfall to western North Carolina, it highlighted just how dangerous dam failures can be.
Despite the facility being shut down and the property being up for sale, the owners of the Trails Carolina program aren’t out of the woods yet.
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By: Michael Praats
Artificial flavors are legally allowed to be used in foods, but there are requirements that manufacturers are supposed to follow.
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