One year after the murder of Iryna Zarutska aboard Charlotte’s light rail system, the program looks back at the case and its lasting impact on public safety, criminal justice policy, and transit security in North Carolina. Meanwhile, Governor Josh Stein says DMV wait times have fallen 90% since summer 2025, while new school rankings show […]
North Carolina cities are reconsidering youth curfews following a summer marked by several large teen takeovers and concerns about public safety, with Andrew Pomeranz of Carolina Journal examining how local officials are responding. Meanwhile, a new report finds crime is generally declining in Raleigh and Charlotte, reflecting a broader drop in crime nationwide. Mitch Kokai […]
Students from a Wake County public school traveled to China through an exchange program linked to the Chinese Communist Party, raising questions about the program and its connections. Andrew Pomeranz of Carolina Journal joins the program to discuss a new report finding North Carolina’s business tax climate remains among the strongest in the nation compared […]
President Donald Trump has endorsed Republican Jennifer Balkcom in North Carolina’s 11th Congressional District, while new questions are emerging over campaign funds connected to outgoing Congressman Chuck Edwards and a Las Vegas trip. Meanwhile, North Carolina has secured nearly $300 million in federal funding for rail safety improvements and track upgrades across the state. Mitch […]
Governor Josh Stein has signed four bills into law while criticizing provisions he says place “petty” restrictions on the governor’s authority. Meanwhile, Attorney General Jeff Jackson is opposing a proposed Duke Energy settlement, arguing that a 6.8% rate increase remains too costly for North Carolina customers. The program also examines the growing federal debate over […]
Prosecutors are seeking the death penalty in the Dominique Moody case, marking a major development in the prosecution surrounding the death of the six-year-old. Meanwhile, Governor Josh Stein has withdrawn Jeff Smythe’s nomination to lead the Department of Public Safety, blaming the North Carolina Senate for failing to act on the appointment. Mitch Kokai of […]
Republicans in North Carolina’s 11th Congressional District have selected state Rep. Jennifer Balkcom to replace Congressman Chuck Edwards as their nominee for the November election. The program recaps Monday night’s GOP executive committee meeting, including an on-the-ground report from Jeff Brewer on how Balkcom secured the nomination and the reaction from western North Carolina Republicans. […]
Republicans in North Carolina’s 11th Congressional District are meeting tonight to select a replacement nominee following Congressman Chuck Edwards’ withdrawal from the race. State Rep. Jennifer Balkcom appears to be the frontrunner after Sen. Tim Moffitt and Adam Smith announced they would not seek the nomination. The program also features a two-part exclusive interview with […]
Republicans in North Carolina’s 11th Congressional District are moving quickly to select a replacement nominee following Congressman Chuck Edwards’ withdrawal from the race. The program also looks at the Department of Public Instruction’s first-year update on Superintendent Mo Green’s strategic plan, highlighting baseline results collected before the plan’s implementation. Andy Jackson of the John Locke […]
The fallout from Congressman Chuck Edwards’ decision to end his reelection campaign continues, with Mitch Kokai of the John Locke Foundation breaking down the political implications for North Carolina’s 11th Congressional District and what comes next as Republicans search for a replacement nominee. The program also covers House Speaker Mike Johnson’s prediction that Republican Laurie […]
Congressman Chuck Edwards has announced he is ending his reelection campaign following the release of a House Ethics Committee report, creating a major shakeup in North Carolina’s 11th Congressional District. The program also covers the North Carolina House’s failure to reach a final agreement on hemp legislation after competing lobbying efforts left lawmakers divided. Theresa […]
North Carolina Congressman Chuck Edwards has been found to have violated the U.S. House code of conduct over his involvement with two female staffers. Donna King of Carolina Journal joins the program to discuss North Carolina’s strong public pension performance and what it means as concerns continue to grow over the long-term solvency of Social […]