Politics
A Grieving NC Father Became a Political Prop for a Republican super PAC
Ronald Hayes is a grieving father who has willingly told the story of his son’s murder in the hope that his pain might spare another
August 27, 2026
Spotlight
Community
Amid Crucial Primary, UNITE HERE! North Carolina Hospitality Workers Boost Door-Knocking Efforts
For this year’s primary, UNITE HERE Local 23 has focused on door-knocking in the Charlotte and Roanoke Rapids areas in an effort to highlight what’s at stake in this election – workers’ rights, fair wages, affordable healthcare, and education. With over 43,500 doors knocked statewide ahead of election day, the state’s largest union for hospitality workers has been organizing to empower voters with vital information.
March 9, 2026
Community
ICE Activity Is Rising in Charlotte: These NC Resources Can Help You Stay Safe
As immigration enforcement activity increases across North Carolina, particularly in Charlotte, families are seeking reliable information, legal assistance, and trustworthy alerts. Staying informed and prepared is one of the strongest protections communities can rely on. The following overview brings together key local, state, and national resources available in 2025 to help individuals and families stay safe, informed, and connected.
November 17, 2025
Community
Students across North Carolina call for commonsense gun safety measures
Days after a mass shooting occurred at the Church of the Annunciation in Minneapolis, North Carolina students reached out to Congressional members and state lawmakers to call for more common-sense gun safety measures. Students advocated for closing loopholes on mandatory background checks, banning assault rifles, and requiring permits to purchase firearms.
September 15, 2025
Community
C.A.R.E. Launches Statewide “Broken Budget” Town Hall Tour to Unite North Carolinians Against Federal Budget Cuts
The tour will kick off on Tuesday, August 19th, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., at Galilee Ministries in Charlotte, where dozens of community leaders, concerned North Carolinians, and local advocates are invited to share their concerns around Trump’s costly budget bill.
August 18, 2025
Politics
NC Board of Elections will start contacting voters needing to update their registration
According to Bob Hall, a longtime voting rights advocate, the majority of the affected North Carolina voters are disproportionately young, Black, and vote Democratic. A large majority of these affected voters registered when they were in their teens or twenties and provided minimal information at the time, which resulted in them being on the list.
July 28, 2025
Community
North Carolina Communities Take Part in Nationwide “No Kings” Protests
Thousands of people marched, chanted, honked, and carried signs and American flags across North Carolina on June 14 to protest the policies and tactics of President Donald Trump.
June 23, 2025
Community
North Carolinians join 50501’s nationwide day of action to push back against Trump administration
Chants echoed throughout communities in North Carolina and across the United States as thousands of Americans spoke out against federal cuts, Constitutional concerns, and human rights violations.
April 28, 2025
Politics
North Carolina’s Prominent Military Base Sheds Confederate Namesake, Becomes Fort Liberty
Fort Bragg, one of the largest military bases in the United States, has officially been renamed Fort Liberty. In an effort to become inclusive and
June 13, 2023
Politics
Fort Bragg to drop Confederate namesake for Fort Liberty, part of US Army base rebranding
Fort Bragg, one of the largest military bases in the United States, has officially been renamed Fort Liberty. In an effort to become inclusive and
June 13, 2023