Economy
NC AG Jeff Jackson Rejects Duke Energy’s Proposed Rate Deal
“We are not joining this deal, and we will keep pushing for lower rates… we shouldn’t be subsidizing those data centers,” said AG Jeff Jackson.
August 3, 2026
Environment
Community
Governor Josh Stein Announces $1 Billion In Funding For Water Infrastructure and Resilience Projects Amid Hurricane Helene Recovery
Since the storm, 98% of damaged water systems have been restored, helping thousands of families regain access to safe drinking water.
July 28, 2026
Environment
Career politician Michael Lee has been disastrous for North Carolinians’ health
NCGOP Sen. Michael Lee of New Hanover County has spent the last decade-plus publicly portraying himself as a moderate while quietly and devastatingly voting against the interests of North Carolinians time after time.
July 27, 2026
Economy
Trump administration spends taxpayer dollars paying Duke Energy to abandon clean energy project
This is the fourth payout by the Trump administration to halt offshore wind development and cancel leases in a push to replace renewable energy projects with fossil fuel and nuclear power.
July 20, 2026
Community
NC GOP-Appointed Commission Approves 40% Rate Hike for Carolina Water Customers
“We’re extremely disappointed, although not surprised,” said Terry Bravas, a Lake Norman-area resident. “This decision is a complete abdication of the utility commission’s responsibility and, in my judgment, a demonstration of a lack of integrity by the commissioners and the public staff.”
June 8, 2026
Economy
Michael Whatley Is Getting Rich While NC Families Pay More At The Pump
Recent reporting detailed how rising global oil prices tied to the war in Iran have increased the value of Michael Whatley’s oil and gas holdings by as much as $219,660.
May 26, 2026
Economy
Rural NC town seeking to deploy geothermal energy obtains critical seed funding
“Enfield is showing how rural communities can lead the clean energy transition,” said Jill Fuglister of BuildUS. “By aligning infrastructure upgrades, geothermal technology, and workforce development for the local community, this project demonstrates an equitable model that other towns can follow.”
May 19, 2026
Community
Concerned North Carolinians Push Back Against Duke Energy’s 18% Rate Hike in Charlotte
There is an affordability crisis in North Carolina, and Duke Energy is making it worse. North Carolinians should not have to choose between putting food on the table and paying their high utility bill due to rate hikes.
May 5, 2026
Community
$5 million state grant will bring solar-plus-battery microgrids to Western North Carolina
“Generating power at giant plants far away and transmitting it across long lines is inefficient and extremely vulnerable,” economic and community development specialist Ian Baillie said. “If we generate power inside communities and keep the distribution inside those communities, outages affect smaller areas and are easier to fix.”
April 21, 2026
Environment
Due to Pipeline threat, North Carolina’s Dan River is placed on ‘America’s Most Endangered Rivers’ list
Indigenous communities, environmental advocates, and national groups are raising concerns over planned pipeline projects that could threaten a major waterway in North Carolina.
April 20, 2026