Our Voices
An Affordable Care Act Subsidy Changed This NC Woman’s Life
“For the first time since 2008, I had insurance,” Weaver said. “It has made my life completely different. It’s been a gift.”
March 30, 2026
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Health
North Carolina Celebrates Third Anniversary of Former Gov. Roy Cooper Signing Medicaid Expansion Into Law
The anniversary is a reminder of what is possible when leaders prioritize working families and build coalitions to lower costs and expand access to care. It also underscores what is at stake as new proposals threaten to undo that progress.
March 30, 2026
Economy
Duke Energy retains significantly higher profit margins than average utilities, new study finds
Duke Energy Carolinas kept $21.70 of every $100 paid by North Carolinians in 2024 as pure profit. That’s higher than normal for energy companies and much higher than other industries.
March 30, 2026
Politics
NC Gov. Josh Stein makes the case for state budget at Charlotte Business Event
Another month into 2026 means another month without a state budget for North Carolinians as state lawmakers show no sign of progress in negotiations. North Carolina Governor Josh Stein warns that the lack of a budget puts North Carolina’s economic growth at risk.
March 30, 2026
Economy
North Carolinians call for an audit of Duke Energy amid increased utility bills
More than 33,000 North Carolina and South Carolina residents have signed the petition asking for an independent review of the system to determine any overcharges on bills and call for the company to issue refunds, if that is the case.
March 30, 2026
Community
Voter Registration Groups Push Back On NC State Board’s Decision To Stop Providing Voter Registration Forms
As North Carolina heads toward a competitive 2026 election cycle, the outcome of this policy shift may have far-reaching consequences.
March 30, 2026
Health
Every minute counts: Rural NC faces longer distances for emergency care
Across eastern NC, emergency care services aren’t always easy to come by and often require long wait times or distant drives. The consequences can be devastating.
March 24, 2026
Politics
Michael Whatley’s ties to a convicted child sex offender and prominent financial backer of NCGOP
Despite West’s record, Whatley appointed him to leadership roles within the North Carolina Republican Party and supported his continued involvement in party operations.
March 23, 2026
NC Courts
NC Rep. Sarah Stevens sought support of convicted child sex offender turned GOP fundraising powerhouse
It’s disgraceful for a Supreme Court candidate to cozy up to a convicted predator in order to further her own ambitions. And it’s a betrayal of public trust.
March 23, 2026
Education
NC Governor Josh Stein Introduces New Budget Request As Debate With Lawmakers Continues
Gov. Stein identified pay raises and Medicaid funding as the most urgent issues. However, state lawmakers have yet to act.
March 23, 2026