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Cómo las redadas migratorias podrían afectar la fuerza laboral en Carolina del Norte

Las redadas migratorias en lugares de trabajo están generando temor e incertidumbre en sectores clave de Carolina del Norte que dependen de trabajadores migrantes, como la agricultura, la construcción, la hotelería y otros servicios. El estado se apoya fuertemente en esta mano de obra para actividades como la cosecha de batatas y árboles de Navidad, la cría de cerdos, y la operación de restaurantes y hoteles. Cualquier interrupción en ese flujo laboral podría tener un impacto económico significativo.

July 21, 2025

En Español

Estudio de UNC revela que hospitales rurales en NC están en riesgo por recortes a Medicaid y Medicare

Más de 300 hospitales rurales en los Estados Unidos podrían cerrar debido a recortes propuestos en los programas de Medicaid y Medicare, según un nuevo informe del Centro Cecil G. Sheps de la Universidad de Carolina del Norte en Chapel Hill. El estudio fue solicitado por senadores demócratas como parte de su oposición al proyecto de ley conocido como la “One Big Beautiful Bill”.

July 21, 2025

Economy

Governor Stein’s economic investments help boost NC as the Top State for Business

Since taking office in January, Stein has announced business expansions or new projects that will yield nearly $17 billion of new capital investment in North Carolina and create more than 20,000 new, good-paying jobs. North Carolina is also a growing leader in the clean energy economy, with more than 100,000 people employed in the sector.

July 21, 2025

NC Courts

Redistricting trial ends, judges to consider arguments about racial gerrymandering

The plaintiffs argue that the maps were designed in a way that Black voters in counties such as Guilford, Forsyth, and Mecklenburg were drawn into districts where the vast majority of voters were white rural residents who do not share their political views, thus diluting the Black voters’ voice in elections. They are looking for the courts to rule that the maps are unconstitutional.

July 21, 2025

Health

Families, Democrats urge Republicans to protect Medicaid in North Carolina

People across the state are calling for Republicans in the North Carolina General Assembly to protect Medicaid coverage for hundreds of thousands of North Carolinians after President Donald Trump signed his “Big Beautiful Bill” into law.

July 21, 2025

Education

Gov. Stein vetoes another set of harmful bills, including a controversial Duke Energy measure

Governor Josh Stein has vetoed several bills that, if passed, would have an impact on North Carolina’s charter schools, environment, and the balance of political power.

July 14, 2025

Health

AG Jeff Jackson Secures Deal to Protect North Carolinians’ 23andMe Genetic Data

“People deserve the peace of mind that their genetic information – some of the most personal data they have – is protected,” said Jackson. “I’m pleased that this data will not go to another for-profit company and that we were able to do more to protect people’s data from being used without their consent.”

July 14, 2025

Politics

From Food Access to Public School Funding, Trump’s “Big, Beautiful Bill” Will Have a Big Impact on North Carolina

Democrats have repeatedly accused Republicans of being so beholden to Trump that they embraced a bill that would harm their own constituents, with cuts to programs that the president had vowed to protect.

July 14, 2025

Politics

Sen. Thom Tillis’ Exit Sets Off Fierce 2026 Senate Battle in North Carolina

Political observers say both parties are recalibrating. Davidson College professor Susan Roberts called Cooper a “real powerhouse” who could bring credibility and experience to the race. Duke University’s Mac McCorkle noted that Lara Trump’s name recognition could clear the Republican field. “It’s Lara Trump’s to refuse,” he said.

July 14, 2025

Education

North Carolina child care task force outlines steps to improve child care

“North Carolina families are struggling to find quality child care while centers are closing their doors, making it harder for children to get the education they need and for parents to go to work without worry,” stated Lieutenant Governor Rachel Hunt. “This Task Force has brought together industry leaders and community partners to find real solutions. While our work will continue, I believe this report lays out a path forward to make child care more accessible and affordable.”

July 14, 2025

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