North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper vetoed a bill that would help deport violent offenders saying it would make communities less safe. In another veto, he criticized the legislature for trying to make political appointments to an education board… that’s currently appointed by the State Board of Education… which he appoints. He also rejected a grace […]
North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper quietly lifts his emergency declaration – one of the last in America to do so. Also, he vetoed legislation that would have required Sheriffs to help federal authorities deport unauthorized immigrants arrested for violent felonies.
President Biden met with Democratic governors last week to discuss how to “protect abortion access.” NC Gov. Roy Cooper soon announced an executive order with that focus. Today, Biden did the same.
North Carolina Republican Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson spoke at the NRA event over the weekend, prompting political attacks by Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper – who called for new gun control laws.
North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper responded to the Texas school shooting by calling for new laws aimed at limiting gun ownership in the state and nation.
Charlotte Democrats have their own “Never Trump Moment” in the upcoming Democratic primary. Will they prove that they’re better than the MAGA voters they mocked? Plus, NC Gov. Roy Cooper shows up in a ranking for potential nominees for President?! But why? Is Biden not going to make a re-election bid?
In this hour, Pete introduces the newest member of the WBT team, Beth Troutman. He also discusses Governor Roy Cooper and what he’s done for NC.
In a sweeping guidance announced on Thursday, the CDC eased the mask enforcement for fully vaccinated individuals under most situations. It still calls for wearing masks in crowded indoor settings like public transportation and hospitals, but also clears the way for more businesses and schools to open back up.
“I’m grateful for North Carolinians who are taking this seriously and getting the shot when it’s their time and I’m encouraged that North Carolina will be able to open eligibility to all adults well ahead of the President’s May 1 goal,” said Cooper.
North Carolina residents should prepare today for the strong possibility of power outages due to an incoming winter storm that is forecast to arrive tonight. This storm will bring significant icing that’s likely to result in many fallen trees and power lines.
