Elections & Voting Access: Gov. Josh Stein vetoed a sweeping elections reform bill (HB 958) that would have cut early voting days and expanded the state auditor’s election powers, sending the measure back to the House. Courts & Mail Voting: A federal judge temporarily blocked a USPS rule that would have forced states to seek federal approval for ballot and return-envelope designs and use a new USPS portal—ruling compliance before November was “practically impossible.” G20 in Asheville: Finance ministers and central bank governors are meeting in Asheville for the G20 Finance Track amid local protests tied to Helene recovery and inequality concerns. International Finance Glitch: South Korea’s finance chief Koo Yun-cheol abruptly canceled his U.S. trip to the G20 after arriving at the airport, fueling Cabinet reshuffle speculation. Local Economy & Jobs: Winterville Machine Works won a $100,000 state grant to expand its facility, aiming to add nine jobs. Public Health: Four baby goats at a North Carolina mobile petting zoo tested positive for rabies and were euthanized; health officials are urging anyone with contact to reach out. Statewide Health Alerts: Two companies recalled recalled 0.9% sodium chloride IV bags nationwide over particulate contamination concerns.