Politics
NC Democratic Leader Warns Of Further Abortion Restrictions
The North Carolina General Assembly’s short session officially began on April 24, with big budget ticket issues at the top of mind.
May 13, 2024
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Politics
Voting Rights in NC Could Be in Trouble if Election Denier Dan Bishop Wins AG Race
North Carolina U.S. Rep. Dan Bishop, an election-denying, anti-LGBTQ+, anti-reproductive rights, pro-insurrection right-wing Republican is the NCGOP’s nominee to be North Carolina’s next attorney general, and a win would likely result in new, more serious attacks on our voting rights.
May 13, 2024
Education
National Education Association’s New US Teacher Pay Rankings Show Mostly Bad News for NC Educators
A new report released earlier this month by the National Education Association (NEA) had some good news – and bad – regarding teacher pay in North Carolina, The News & Observer reported.
May 13, 2024
Politics
“I Believe I Did The Right Thing” North Carolinian Who Struck Officer With A Pole At Capitol Sentenced To Six Years In Prison
On April 23, 2024 a North Carolina man was sentenced to 6 years of prison for assaulting police officers during the January 6th Capitol riot.
May 8, 2024
Politics
The NCGA is Back and Republicans Have a Lot of Plans – What Will it Mean for You?
On April 24, the North Carolina General Assembly returned from a six-month break to begin an impactful legislative session.
May 8, 2024
Lifestyle
Raleigh Man Hopeful Looking To Hurdle His Way To The Paris Olympics
Summer is just around the corner and that means the 2024 Olympics in Paris, France will commence.
May 8, 2024
Environment
New Report Shows North Carolina Has Cleanest Air in Decades
A new report by the American Lung Association shows North Carolina air particle pollution levels are low, and the North Carolina Division of Air Quality says that the state’s air is the cleanest it’s been in decades.
May 6, 2024
Health
Biden Administration Moves To Protect Privacy Of Abortion Seekers
The Biden administration announced new regulations this April to strengthen privacy protections for abortion patients and health care providers.
May 6, 2024
NC Courts
Federal Judge Strikes Down NC Law On Prosecuting Ex-Felons Who Voted Before 2024
A federal judge has put a stop to the enforcement of a North Carolina law that had severe penalties for individuals voting while still on probation or parole for a felony conviction, even if they mistakenly violated the voting law. This decision has been welcomed by advocacy groups representing low-income residents and Black union members. However, the ruling only addresses certain claims of illegal voting that occurred before 2024.
May 6, 2024
Politics
AG Josh Stein’s Lead Widens In Governor’s Race, New Poll Finds
As the gubernatorial race heats up, a new poll shows where North Carolina voters stand months ahead of the 2024 presidential election.
May 6, 2024