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Family holds vigil for mother killed by drunk driver

WCNC Charlotte - 1 hour, 8 minutes ago

Family and friends of a young mother killed in front of her Newton home say they want more than just condolences : they want to make sure the alleged drunk driver charged with hitting her faces the consequences of his actions.

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