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Michael Whatley officially announced his U.S. Senate campaign in Gastonia, marking the beginning of what’s expected to be a closely watched race. Meanwhile, Maggie Valley continues to struggle in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. A new audit of North Carolina’s Medicaid system is underway, and the state Appeals Court has upheld restrictions on Sunday hunting
Republican National Committee Chair Michael Whatley is set to announce his U.S. Senate campaign Thursday in Gastonia. At the legislature, lawmakers approved an interim spending plan as budget negotiations remain at a standstill. A new tax credit school choice bill has been sent to Governor Stein, and legislators continue to scrutinize the slow pace of […]
The Trump administration has frozen $108 million in federal funds for Duke Health, citing allegations of systemic racial discrimination. In Raleigh, lawmakers voted to override multiple vetoes from Governor Stein—including on high-profile energy and regulatory bills—while Rep. Jeff Jackson dropped out of the U.S. Senate race and endorsed Roy Cooper. Stein responded by urging the […]
Former Governor Roy Cooper has officially launched his U.S. Senate campaign, setting up what’s expected to be one of the nation’s most watched—and expensive—races. Lawmakers return to Raleigh aiming to override 14 vetoes from Governor Stein. Meanwhile, the federal government is ordering Duke University to address serious allegations of racial discrimination, and SBA disaster loan […]
Federal education funds are released to NC after being frozen. Sen. Tillis co-sponsors bipartisan legislation aimed at easing the housing shortage. A new U.S.-EU trade deal is reached. Former Justice Bob Orr seeks oral arguments in an elections lawsuit. And a pivotal week in NC politics looms with possible Senate announcements and veto override votes.
NC GOP Chairman Michael Whatley is expected to announce a run for U.S. Senate. Lawmakers return July 29 to consider veto overrides. North Carolina extends incentives to Eco King Solutions LLC and will host a new USDA regional hub under federal restructuring.
Former NC Governor Roy Cooper is set to announce a run for U.S. Senate. Immigration arrests have surged 162% in North Carolina under the Trump administration. NC drivers now have a two-year grace period for license renewals. Meanwhile, a Charlotte-based home security firm secures a $189 million appeals court win. Advocates push to expand education […]
A federal audit reveals serious delays at Charlotte’s USPS hub. The NC elections board approves changes for military and overseas voters. Lawmakers will return July 29 for veto override votes. A judge orders a $20K settlement and apology in a school free speech case. A new dashboard boosts budget transparency at the State Auditor’s office. […]
Congressman Harris pushes to repeal the NEA’s federal charter. North Carolina’s elections board begins collecting missing voter ID numbers, while a redistricting trial ruling won’t come until August. A Latin diploma confuses education officials amid a lawsuit over frozen federal funds. Meanwhile, residents in Enfield remain without power for four days.
North Carolina businesses are stocking up on imports ahead of possible tariffs. Senate leader Phil Berger builds a $1.8M war chest ahead of a primary challenge. Meanwhile, the USDA opens a trade mission to Mexico as NC college grads struggle in a tight labor market. And law enforcement groups back “smell searches” as the state […]
Governor Stein declares a state of emergency after Tropical Storm Chantal, while the State Board of Elections begins efforts to update missing voter data. Asheville’s mayor reflects on the city’s recovery from Hurricane Helene. Meanwhile, Sen. Harris introduces a bill to repeal the NEA’s charter, and Stein opts not to appeal a court ruling over […]
A $2 million state grant helps bring the 2026 MLS All-Star Game to Charlotte, while a Duke Energy official says a Carrboro climate lawsuit could disrupt state utility rules. GOP members of Congress push back on Governor Stein’s objections to the federal reconciliation bill. Also, a new law opens alternative paths to CPA licensure in […]