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In what was expected to be a tight race for Charlotte City Council District 6, Kimberly Owens wins over Krista Bokhari. Republican Bokhari speaks after her concession in the Charlotte where she had hoped to replace her husband in the City Council District 6 seat. Bokhari says, "The Republicans in this city deserve a voice. We lost it." Owens secured a victory over Bokhari despite being outraised and lacking the name recognition of her opponent. 🔗 Visit our website for more | The Charlotte Obser