The Impact Of Republicans Choosing Corporations Over The North Carolina’s Children
According to a report, lawmakers here continue to divert public funds from vital services the government provides, such as funding public schools and providing clean drinking water, to the pockets of out-of-state corporations and the wealthy few.
NC Doctor Pushes Back Against Abortion Access Hurdles, State Republicans Want To Uphold Barriers
“We know from years of research and use that medication abortion is safe and effective – there’s no medical reason for politicians to interfere or restrict access to it,” said Orange County OB/GYN Dr. Amy Bryant.
Don’t Buy His New Persona – Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson Is Still Full of Hate
Robinson used his “State of the State” response as an opportunity to debut a new, less extreme persona – but don’t buy it. He’s still as full of hate as ever.
NC Democrats Propose Legislation To Protect Our Freedom To Vote
The Freedom to Vote Act aims to protect free and fair elections in North Carolina through a series of measures such as reducing voter intimidation and ending gerrymandering.
Elizabeth City State Women’s Wins 1st CIAA Tourney; Winston-Salem State Men’s Wins 13th CIAA Tourney
Elizabeth City State defeated Shaw University 55-40 in the championship game and Winston-Salem State beat Lincoln University in a close matchup, 62-57.
Cumberland County Bus Drivers Hold ‘Sick-Out’ Protest Over Low Pay
Eighteen Cumberland County bus drivers demanding higher pay held a “sick-out” in late February. In November 2021, nearly 30% of Cumberland County buses missed their route when drivers held a sick-out protest.
‘Doctors Do Not Want These Laws’: State Doctors Call Out The Dangers Of Abortion Restrictions
“We adamantly oppose any new abortion restrictions,” a letter signed by more than 1,000 North Carolina healthcare professionals stated.
North Carolina HBCU Students Call For Lawmakers To Make Equitable Investments
On “Advocacy Day,” students encouraged lawmakers to “respect the rights of HBCU students to have a voice in our democracy.”
House Speaker Tim Moore Lies About 2020 Raleigh Protests While Pushing Racist ‘Anti-Rioting’ Bill
Last month, while pushing a racist and undemocratic “anti-rioting” bill, NC House Speaker Tim Moore flat-out lied when he said that people died in Raleigh’s 2020 George Floyd protests.
After Years Of Stalling, State House And Senate Agree On Medicaid Expansion
“Since we all agree this is the right thing to do, we should make it effective now to make sure we leverage the money that will save our rural hospitals and invest in mental health,” Gov. Roy Cooper said.
6 NC Sheriffs Speak Out Against NCGA Bills Forcing Them to Act as ICE Agents
“[T]these bills set a precedent requiring that we prioritize voluntary immigration enforcement at the expense of local law enforcement priorities,” sheriffs from Wake, Durham, Mecklenburg, Orange, Buncombe, and Wilson counties wrote.
Raleigh Lawmakers Want To Ax Earth Science From NC Schools
Eliminating earth science from the curriculum would mean that students would not learn about climate change and how their actions impact the environment.
Attorney General Josh Stein is Seeking to Establish Fentanyl Control Unit
The goal of the Fentanyl Control Unit that AG Josh Stein hopes to create would be to help local district attorneys handle large-scale fentanyl trafficking, wiretap, and overdose cases
Gun Safety Advocates, Organizers Say They Are ‘Appalled’ By NCGA’s Reckless, Dangerous Gun Legislation
“Why on earth would you choose to repeal one of the life-saving laws that we have, that has been proven to prevent gun violence…?” asked Becky Ceartas, executive director of North Carolinians Against Gun Violence.
NC House Republicans Trying For 3rd Time to Pass Bill Forcing Sheriffs to Act as ICE Agents
Forcing local sheriffs to do the federal government’s job also puts an undue burden – administrative and financial – on the departments. Laws such as HB 10 can lead to serious, expensive litigation.
North Carolina HBCU Partners With Delta Airlines With Careers In Mind
Elizabeth City State University recently announced a partnership with Delta Airlines that will provide graduates an expedited path to being employed by the Atlanta-based airline.
US Soccer Considers Relocating To Cary
Cary is no stranger to being the hub for national sports teams. USA Baseball chose Cary as its home and HQ back in 2007. Cary is also the home of WakeMed Soccer Park where North Carolina FC and the NC Courage play.
New Report Highlights Barriers Facing North Carolina’s Latine Students, Families
According to a report released by LatinxEd, Latine students and families across the state face significant equity gaps in educational outcomes, from kindergarten readiness to education beyond high school.
EPA’s Michael Regan Calls For Stronger Water Protection Rules During Visit To NC
“The laws of this country allow for chemical compounds to be put out in the atmosphere and in our water without having to prove that they are not harmful,” said EPA Administrator Michael Regan.
Historians Warn Conservative Group Moms For Liberty Shares Ties To White Supremacy
A group of historians recently noted how conservative women have succeeded for over half a century in using their identities to push a very discriminatory and harmful agenda.
Gov. Cooper Announces $7.7M Mental Health Program for State Colleges, Universities
The UNC System will build upon the previous $5 million plan from May 2021. The goal is to work with the North Carolina Community College System to reach colleges and universities throughout the state.
New Bipartisan Bill Would Make Happy Hour Even Happier for Business Owners and Consumers
The current law, which dates back to Prohibition, makes the sale of discounted alcoholic beverages illegal in the state.
Wake County’s Only House Republican Files Bill to Make Democrat-Controlled County Board of Commissioners Nonpartisan
This is not the first time state Republicans have tried changing how Wake County commissioners are elected. The party has been at it since Democrats took control of the board in 2014.
Republicans Ignore North Carolinians’ Interests On Abortion Access
A new poll from Meredith College finds that most North Carolinians support preserving the abortion rights currently enjoyed or expanding them.
‘Book Killers’: NC Schools See An Uptick In Book Challenges
Another wave of book bans is making its way across public schools in North Carolina. Many of these book challenges are being prompted by far-right education groups.
NC Medical Cannabis Bill Has A Chance Of Passing; Activists Say It’s Too Restrictive
The Compassionate Care Act would legalize medical cannabis for people who have certain specific health conditions, including cancer, ALS, Parkinson’s disease and epilepsy. Activists say the bill is too restrictive.
NC House GOP Dismisses Democrats’ Bill Blocking Corporate Landlords From Buying Up Too Many Rental Homes
House Bill 114 filed by Democrats would limit how many houses large corporations can rent out in some of the state’s fastest-growing counties. Republicans have already dismissed the idea.
Despite Growing Needs, NC Republicans Request High Court to Backpedal On Leandro Ruling
North Carolina Republicans are once again pushing for their newly elected Republican-majority high court to reconsider a decision: Leandro, the state’s long-running education case.
North Carolina’s Transgender Youth React To Legislation That Targets Their Identities
Among other things, SB 49 would force teachers to out their gender-questioning students to their parents, creating a dangerous and dehumanizing environment for LGBTQ+ students.
North Carolina Takes A Step Towards Medicaid Expansion, Proposal Passes In The House
According to the U.S. Census, North Carolina has a higher percentage of uninsured residents compared to the national average. Currently, the state remains one of 11 states that has not expanded Medicaid.
Right-Wing NC Supreme Court Acts On ‘Raw Partisanship,’ Poses Challenge For Fair Voting Maps Advocates
“For this Court to reopen rulings just weeks after they were decided is unprecedented and appalling,” Gov. Roy Cooper said.
Leaked Documents Show Right-Wing NC Supreme Court Making Plans to Take Power Away From Lower Courts
A leaked document from the North Carolina Supreme Court obtained by WRAL highlights a right-wing power grab that has been under discussion since just days after Republicans won a majority on the court last November.
Leader Reives Is Committed To Keeping NC House Democrats United
Despite the razor-thin margin, House Minority Leader Robert Reives remains upbeat according to the Assembly. As leader, Reives is tasked with keeping House Democrats unified.
NCGOP Fast-Tracks Racist, Vague ‘Anti-Riot’ Bill In Attempt To Stifle Free Speech
The NCGOP has fast-tracked a racist and undemocratic “anti-rioting” bill meant to stifle free speech and allow protesters to be punished with mandatory jail time just for being arrested.
NCGOP Ignores Democrats’ Commonsense Gun Proposals, Pass Bills Making It Easier To Buy Handguns
Republicans in the legislature last week passed several bills that would loosen gun restrictions and they did so during the same week that at least six guns were found at schools in central North Carolina.
NC Republicans Use State Board Of Education For Their Latest Attempt To Limit The Governor’s Powers
Republicans have introduced a bill that would strip away the governor’s ability to appoint State Board of Education members and fill vacancies on the Council of State and in the court.
NC Republicans Introduce Bill To Push Back Judicial Retirement Age To Keep Right-Wing Judges On The Bench
Republicans are proposing a bill that will push back the state’s mandatory judicial retirement age in order to keep the NC Supreme Court chief justice and a state Court of Appeals judge on the bench.
Raleigh Preps For NHL Outdoor Stadium Series
Outdoor hockey is coming to Raleigh for the first time ever this Saturday. The 2023 Stadium Series, one of the NHL’s biggest events will be played at Carter-Finley Stadium.
Senators Reintroduce Bill That Would Legalize Medical Cannabis in NC
Only 13 states in the U.S., including North Carolina, do not have a medical cannabis program. Recreational cannabis is legal in 21 states and D.C.
Treasurer Folwell’s Fight Against Transgender State Employees Continues
Gender-affirming care is life-saving and all state employees deserve proper health care and to be accepted in their workplace. Dale Folwell disagrees.
NC Supreme Court Hears Ex-Felon Voting Rights Case, Decision Could Disenfranchise 56,000
The Republican-controlled high court is considering a decision that will determine whether North Carolinians on probation will keep their right to vote or if they are going to be disenfranchised again.
Smithfield Once Again Responsible For Hog Waste Dumped Into Local NC Waterways
A Smithfield subsidiary, Murphy-Brown Farm, is being investigated for discharging an estimated 30,000 gallons of hog waste into a nearby creek.
NC Attorney General Josh Stein Won’t Defend Abortion Pill Restrictions
Stein said North Carolina’s “restriction of women’s use of the prescriptions they need to exercise their reproductive freedoms violates federal law and the Constitution.”
Speaker Tim Moore’s Latest Power Grab
Since losing his veto-proof supermajority in 2018, North Carolina House Speaker Tim Moore has gone to great lengths to hold on to power to advance his agenda.
Advocates and Legal Experts Express Concerns Over Renewed State Supreme Court Hearings
The North Carolina Supreme Court, which flipped to a Republican majority in November’s elections, announced that it would rehear a redistricting case and a voter ID case without providing any reason why.
North Carolina Teacher Vacancies Increased, Republican Political Attacks One Of The Reasons
“North Carolina’s teacher shortage is the predictable result of the General Assembly’s 12-year crusade against teachers,” wrote Kris Nordstrom, a senior policy analyst in the North Carolina Justice Center’s Education & Law Project.
North Carolina Democrats Stand United On Protecting Abortion Access
Every Democrat has signed onto a pair of bills, filed in the NC House and Senate, as the Codify Roe and Casey Protections Act, which would protect access to abortion care in North Carolina.
NC Senate Majority Leader Paul Newton Compares the End of Slavery to Efforts to Ban Abortion
North Carolina Republican Senate Majority Leader Paul Newton compared the end of slavery to the right-wing effort to ban abortion during his appearance on “State Lines” on PBS North Carolina.
NC Democrats Fight For Parents’ And Students’ Rights
Democrats in the state House and Senate have come together to craft a pair of bills aimed at protecting the rights of students and parents.
Chetola Lake Polar Plunge Benefits Western North Carolina Charity
On a cold North Carolina day in the mountains, people young and well-seasoned gathered at Chetola Lake dressed as everything from a polar bear to the Macho Man Randy Savage.
Advocates Call For Much-Needed Investments Toward Special Education Classrooms, Educators
Although the shortage of special education teachers isn’t new, the need couldn’t be any more urgent.
As Many As 300,000 North Carolinians Could Lose Medicaid Insurance Within The Next 18 Months
Less than 18 months from now, as many as 300,000 North Carolinians could be without their Medicaid coverage – unless legislators choose to expand coverage.
Outer Banks Leaders Say ‘Our Hands Are Tied’ When It Comes To Addressing Erosion
The Outer Banks are especially vulnerable to the effects of climate change due to their geography. The barrier islands are less than three feet above sea level and are surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean.
NC House Democrats Introduce ‘Fair Maps Act’ To Combat GOP Redistricting, Gerrymandering
The Fair Maps Act, would amend the state Constitution by removing the redistricting power from legislators and instead giving it to an independent commission made up of regular North Carolinians.
An Increasing Number Of North Carolina Students Can’t Afford School Lunch
According to the US Census Bureau, the free school lunch program helped millions of children throughout the pandemic, with child poverty going down by 46% in 2021 alone.
Sen. Michael Lee Is Following The Far-Right Education Playbook Embraced By States Like Florida
Instead of working to fund NC’s K-12 schools, which are the least funded in the U.S., Sen. Michael Lee is more concerned with targeting LGBTQ+ kids by following in the far-right footsteps of states like Florida.
After Elections, The Makeup Of The State Legislature Has Shifted. Here’s A Look At The New General Assembly
This election also brought forth historical wins, as based on General Assembly library records that go back to 1921, Democrats put more women than men in the legislature.
NC Doctor Sues Over State Restrictions on Abortion Pills
A North Carolina OB/GYN with a practice in Orange County is suing in federal court over the excess restrictions our state imposes on providing abortion pills.
Republican Members Of New Hanover School Board Push Restrictions For Transgender Athletes
Currently, transgender high school students have to undergo a lengthy process under the state’s high-school athletic association policy.
NY Times Editorial Calls Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson ‘Anti-Gay, Anti-Science, Antisemitic’
“Do people want somebody prosecuting the culture wars when there’s a hurricane?” Duke professor Mac McCorkle asked. “We haven’t had a shouter as governor, well, ever.”
Advisor to House Speaker Tim Moore Resigns After Discovery of Pro-Confederacy, White Supremacist Postings
An anonymous email sent to the media highlighted a General Assembly staffer’s past racist views and “pro-white” internet posts and resulted in the resignation of one of Speaker Tim Moore’s employees.
Health Experts, Parents, And Teachers Warn Bill Could Harm LGBTQ+ Mental Health
“My professional opinion as a licensed clinical psychologist is that this bill will make our children less safe,” said Dr. Sarah Wilson, an assistant professor at the Duke University School of Medicine.
University World Games Coming to North Carolina
North Carolina was awarded the right to host some of the top collegiate athletes in the world. The University World games will be coming here in the summer of 2029.
NC Triangle Part of $250M Fidelity Initiative To Help Black and Brown Students Graduate College
The program will provide scholarship funding, mentorship and career guidance, as well as internships and job placement services.
New Poll Finds A Majority Of North Carolinians Support Medicaid Expansion
A new poll, released by the American Cancer Society, found that 8 out of 10 North Carolinians said that expanding Medicaid is important to them and that they support expanding the program.
North Carolina To Receive Billions From Federal Government For Infrastructure Improvements
The money being given to states will pay for more clean energy, road repairs, bridges, upgraded and updated sewer and water systems, and more high-speed internet access to rural areas.
New Report Links Abortion Bans and Anti-Worker Policies
States with abortion restrictions or bans have lower wages, weaker labor standards, and higher levels of incarceration, according to a new Economic Policy Institute report.
Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson, Trump Use Funeral Of ‘Diamond’ To Attack Media, Immigrants
The death of a right-wing political commentator in January brought two of the most extreme and disgusting American politicians to Fayetteville – Donald Trump and Mark Robinson.
NC Lawmakers Working On Bipartisan Legislation To Address Power Substation Attacks, Security
Two electrical substations in Moore County were badly damaged in shooting attacks in early December. On Jan. 18, a transformer in Randolph County was destroyed by gunfire.
North Carolina Ranks At The Bottom For K-12 Public School Funding
Out of all 50 states and D.C., North Carolina was ranked 48th for funding level, with a cost-adjusted, per-pupil funding level $4,695 below the national average.
NC Republicans Request Supreme Court To Rehear Decision On Redistricting, Voter ID
Just months after Republicans won a majority on the state Supreme Court in November’s election, Republican leaders in the General Assembly are asking the high court to throw out last year’s decision on redistricting and voter ID.
AG Josh Stein Already Has Millions Of Dollars On Hand, Gubernatorial Endorsements from 150+ Officials
Attorney General Josh Stein’s campaign announcement video took direct aim at Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson and his history of disgusting and offensive views.
NC Democrats Introduce Bill To Protect Reproductive Rights, Abortion Access
Exactly 50 years since the inception of Roe v. Wade, North Carolina Democrats are pushing forth abortion safeguards amid an ever-growing effort by Republicans to strip away reproductive rights.
Wilmington Just Keeps on Winning: Riverwalk In The Running For Nation’s Best
A few weeks ago we told you about Wilmington being rated as one of the best beer cities in the country. This week we can
North Carolina Adds To Growling List Of States Banning TikTok From State Devices
Citing security concerns, North Carolina became the latest state to ban the use of TikTok on state phones and devices. In an executive order signed
The Plan For North Carolina To Have Zero Carbon Emissions by 2050
Right before the new year, North Carolina released a plan to reduce North Carolina’s carbon emissions by 70% by 2030 and get to net zero
Research Finds Gaps In Access To Domestic Violence Agencies For Rural, Spanish-Speaking Communities
UNC researchers are sounding the alarm surrounding the barriers Spanish-speaking communities face when accessing domestic violence resources.
Sports Betting Bill That Failed in NCGA Last Year Could Pass With Bipartisan Support in 2023
North Carolina Republicans have a supermajority in the state Senate and are one seat shy of having one in the House, too, but that doesn’t
Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson Keynotes Anti-Abortion Rally In Downtown Raleigh
Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson, despite the fact that he paid for his now-wife’s abortion in 1989, believes that people should have no right to an abortion – no matter the circumstances.
Madison Cawthorn Fails NC One Last Time Before Becoming Florida’s Problem
The people of North Carolina can now officially say goodbye to Congressman Madison Cawthorn. During his one and only term, Cawthorn made the news repeatedly
Republican-led New Hanover County School Board revisits sports participation for LGBTQ students
In its first major vote in the new year, Republicans on the New Hanover County school board are already pushing forth a right-wing agenda, voting
NC House, Senate Republicans May Have Difficulty Finding Agreement On Abortion Ban
After the Supreme Court’s decision overturning Roe v. Wade last summer, multiple southern states passed extremely strict abortion rules, leaving North Carolina as the only
Surge Of North Carolinians Are Training To Support Abortion-Seeking Patients Post-Roe V. Wade
Since the overturn of Roe v. Wade, North Carolina abortion rights groups have seen an uptick in North Carolinians wanting to become abortion doulas.
State Board Of Education Urges Lawmakers To Pass Much-Needed Public School Investments
Education leaders across the state are urging lawmakers to adequately invest in public schools, ultimately pushing for the complete funding of the Leandro plan.
North Carolina has its very own Alaska in Grandfather Mountain
Grandfather Mountain has a history of frigid temperatures and high winds as it is one of the most extreme weather places on the east coast.
Big Changes Coming to North Carolina’s State Health Plan
An estimated 740,000 people, including teachers, their dependents, retirees, and more, will be affected by the change in insurance that’s coming up.
Duke Energy Apologizes For Christmas Blackouts
On Christmas Eve 2022, North Carolinians not only experienced record-breaking cold weather but thousands of folks also spent hours without power.
Healthcare Protections Expanded For Nursing, Pregnant State Workers
An omnibus bill signed by President Joe Biden at the end of 2022 will provide new healthcare protections for workers who are pregnant or nursing.
NC Elections Officials Vote To Hold Hearings On Removal of Election Deniers From Surry County Elections Board
Complaints had been filed against two Republican members of the Surry County BOE, Jerry Forestieri and Tim DeHaan, for their refusal to certify the 2022 election.
Still No Answers Or Leads 6 Weeks After Moore County Power Grid Attacks
It has been more than six weeks since gun-wielding vandals opened fire in an attack on Duke Energy power substations in Moore County and we still have no answers about what happened.
Racist Columbus County Sheriff Quits For Second Time
Ex-Columbus County Sheriff Jody Greene has resigned for a second time following controversy over recordings of racist remarks about Black people he made in phone calls to a former captain.
NC’s Role In Jan. 6 Capitol Attack Still Being Uncovered 2 Years Later
Within the next few weeks, multiple North Carolinians who have been accused or convicted of crimes related to the insurrection will either be brought to trial or sentenced for their role in the attack.
Newly Appointed Judge Is The Latest Update In Long-Running Leandro Education Case
For the second time, Chief Justice Paul Newby has chosen a former classmate and friend to oversee a hugely important education funding case.
NCGOP Wants To Use New Legislative Session To Subvert Democracy, Create Chaos
Tim Moore is making a workplace that is inhospitable to working parents, those with health problems, caregivers, and others by dismantling important rules and disregarding precedent.
NC Receives Federal Grant to Replace Aging ‘Lifeline’ to Outer Banks
“It is one of the few options residents and visitors have for accessing our far eastern counties, and this bridge replacement will serve our state for decades to come,” Gov. Roy Cooper said.
Omnibus Spending Bill To Send Millions To North Carolina
Just before the end of 2022, a $1.7 trillion omnibus spending bill was signed into law by President Biden. North Carolina will see $240.7 million being put to work in the state.
Leandro, Teacher Pay And Republican Power Grab Remain Key Topics In Upcoming Legislative Session
On top of pushing controversial salary measures, education leaders focused on shifting more power from the State Board of Education to state superintendent Catherine Truitt, in a bid to push forth more Republican measures.
NC Cities Makes List for Best Places for Beer Drinkers
From the mountains in Asheville to the coast in Wilmington, you can find many things while taking a trip east or west on Interstate 40 in North Carolina. One of those things? Great breweries.
Tough Battles Ahead in NC Legislature in 2023
It’s not entirely clear yet what legislation Republican leaders will try to advance first, but it’s well-known which issues will be fought over at some point in this year’s session.
Gov. Cooper’s Office Announced A Record Number Of New Jobs In 2022, Continuing To Invest In NC’s Future
The state has announced a record number of new jobs, increased access to higher education, and made investments in critical infrastructure such as broadband access.
Resolutions for North Carolina Politicians in 2023
Here at NC Voices, we’re thinking about resolutions – ones that our politicians in North Carolina should address in this new year.
Checking Out The Top 10 Most-Read Stories On NCVoices.com
Come take a trip down memory lane with us and see what readers were most interested in reading in 2022.
‘Die Hard’ is a patriotic holiday film
For the record, Die Hard IS A HOLIDAY FILM! Anyone that thinks or feels differently probably doesn’t know what is categorized as a holiday film.
Your Post-Holiday Christmas Tree Can Be Put To Good Use
Once the season is over what do we do with the tree? Rather than just tossing the tree after the season ends, families can choose to put it to good use in a number of ways.
Cape Fear Festival of Trees to be Held at NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher
The festival has been a holiday staple for more than 30 years. LifeCare, a nonprofit focused on providing health services to people with serious illnesses, will be raising money via donations.
WilmingtonNColor Tour Seeks To Highlight The History Of Wilmington’s Black Community
Most Americans know nothing of the Wilmington coup and racial massacre, and even students in Wilmington today are not often taught their own city’s painful history.
Lt. Governor Mark Robinson’s Year In Review
North Carolina Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson spews so much hate, constantly, that it can be hard to keep track of just how many times he’s embarrassed the state.
Biltmore Estate Goes All-Out For The Holidays
If you are looking for a reason to go to the North Carolina mountains during the holiday season look no further than Asheville and the Biltmore Estate.
Where To Celebrate Hanukkah Across North Carolina
Here is a list of some free events to celebrate Hanukkah coming up around North Carolina.
Volunteers Archiving Racism Written Into Durham Land Deeds
A team dubbed “Hacking into History” is working to collect and archive racial covenants, or racist restrictions, that have been written into legally binding land deeds in Durham.
Guilford Extremist Education Group ‘Take Back Our Schools’ Disbands
An extremist education group in Guilford County known for being anti-mask, anti-vaccine, anti-LGBTQ+ and anti-CRT has shut down.
Moms For Liberty And The Far-Right’s Effort To Reshape Public Education
Education in the United States is under profound attack from right-wing extremists. Extremists are attempting to reshape our public schools.
North Carolina’s Midterm Elections Have Been Certified – Without Any Issues
More than 3.7 million North Carolinians voted in this November’s midterm election and they did so with essentially no issues at all, state elections officials said.
NC Teams Bowl Their Way Into The Postseason
This college football season has been a great year for teams in North Carolina.
State Board Of Education Votes For Pilot Program Of Proposed Merit Pay System For Teachers
The North Carolina State Board of Education voted during their December monthly meeting to move forward with a pilot program of a recently proposed licensure and pay model for teachers.
North Carolina Has One of the Worst Teacher-Student Ratios in America
North Carolina has just nine teachers for every 1,000 people in the state. It’s the 11th-worst teacher-to-student ratio in the country, according to new data.
Guilford County School Board Pushes Back Against Book Challenge
A challenge against a book that started six months ago came to a close recently, as the Guilford County School Board voted to keep ‘Salvage the Bones’ in schools.
Gov. Roy Cooper Working To Speed Up NC’s Transition To Electric Vehicles
Gov. Roy Cooper is working to make sure that North Carolina has a smooth, and quick, transition to getting more zero-emissions vans, trucks and buses on our state’s roads.
Republican In-Fighting Takes Centerstage After Tillis, Burr Vote To Support Same-Sex Marriage
North Carolina’s two Republican senators, Richard Burr and Thom Tillis, both voted to support the bill and protect both same-sex and interracial marriages.
The Future Of Elections Could Be Decided In Moore V. Harper Case
Legal experts, former attorneys, judges, and activists across the country have signaled that the case could spell the end of democracy in the United States.
Meet New Democratic U.S. Rep.-Elect Don Davis From NC’s 1st Congressional District
North Carolina voters rejected the Trump-endorsed and Jan. 6 participant Republican candidate Sandy Smith, choosing to elect Democrat Don Davis.
Meet New Democratic U.S. Rep.-Elect Jeff Jackson From NC’s 14th Congressional District
Jeff Jackson, a former Army Reserve soldier who served in Afghanistan, and is now a North Carolina Army National Guard major and an attorney, won the newly created district with 57% of the votes.
The Word of Mark Robinson
Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson has become widely known for his anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric, his anti-Semitic remarks, and his claims that the United States is a “Christian nation.”
As Gun Violence Increases, Gov. Roy Cooper Pushes For Change
In North Carolina, more than 1,700 firearm-related deaths happened in 2020, with 116 North Carolina children dying of a firearm-related injury in 2021, according to NCDHHS.
Meet New Democratic U.S. Rep.-Elect Wiley Nickel From NC’s 13th Congressional District
North Carolina’s delegation in the next session of the U.S. House of Representatives will consist of seven Democrats and seven Republicans, a fitting split for such a politically “purple” state. Wiley Nickel is one of those seven Democrats.
Meet New Democratic U.S. Rep.-Elect Valerie Foushee From NC’s 4th Congressional District
Valerie Foushee has served in the North Carolina General Assembly since 2013, most recently serving as a State Senator in District 23. Now she’s headed to Congress.
State Court Ruling Unlocks The Right To Vote For Thousands Of Formerly Incarcerated North Carolinians
A North Carolina superior court ruling earlier this year restored the right to vote to more than 50,000 North Carolinians on parole and probation.
Supreme Court Set To Hear Oral Arguments In NC Case That Could Change Elections, Voting Forever
Wednesday is the day that the U.S. Supreme Court will hear arguments in a North Carolina case that could be the beginning of the end of democracy in our country.
NC’s Pisgah National Forest Provides Christmas Tree For US Capitol Display
This year’s tree was cut from the Pisgah National Forest on Nov. 2. Fraser firs were previously harvested from NC national forests in 1974 and 1998. This year’s tree, named Ruby, is a 78-foot red spruce.
Meet Representative-Elect Diamond Staton-Williams
Diamond Staton-Williams, who is currently serving on the Harrisburg Town Council, ran for Cabarrus County’s District 73 in the NC House and defeated her Republican opponent Brian Echevarria.
Taxpayer Dollars Fund Anti-Abortion Movement In North Carolina
North Carolina is one of just eight states in the country that funnels federal money intended to help needy families to crisis pregnancy centers.
How Expanding Medicaid Would Improve Healthcare Equity For All North Carolinians
Why is Medicaid expansion important for North Carolinians? Will it make a difference for those in the state? The short answer is yes.
School Districts Across NC Are Short On Money When It Comes To Students With Special Needs
Multiple North Carolina school districts are facing funding shortages when it comes to supporting students with special needs.
North Carolina Psychiatrists Sound The Alarm Around Youth Mental Health Crisis
According to the CDC, an increasing number of people are reporting symptoms of anxiety and depression nationwide, with the pandemic’s effects on mental health impacting young people the most.
Speakers Warn Of Parallels Between Today’s Extremism And 1898 Wilmington Massacre
Speakers in Wilmington warned of parallels between today’s hate groups and threats to democracy during a town hall to commemorate the 124th anniversary of the massacre and coup d’état.
Corruption, Controversy, And Soccer In November – This Is Your 2022 World Cup
FIFA is no stranger to controversy as the FBI indicted nine FIFA Officials and five corporate executives with charges of racketeering, wire fraud and money laundering conspiracies in 2015.
It Might Be A Gobble Of A Time Trying To Find A Bird This Year
With supply chain shortages and the strain of the bird flu, turkey could be hard to come by, or you should at least be prepared to pay more than normal this year.
Democrats Can Thank Young Black And Latino Voters For Holding Off Right-Wing ‘Red Wave’
Data from Tufts University showed that young, diverse voters between the ages of 18 and 29 had the second-highest youth voter turnout in nearly 30 years.
The Fight For Abortion Access In North Carolina Continues
In North Carolina, Democrats in the legislature were able to win enough seats to protect Gov. Roy Cooper’s veto power – giving hope that the crucial reproductive health care will remain in the state.
NC Supreme Court Affirms Ruling That DuPont Tried Avoiding Liability For Poisoning The Cape Fear River
“People have to be able to trust that the water they drink is safe. We allege that DuPont and Chemours have dumped forever chemicals into the Cape Fear River – and we intend to hold them accountable for the damage that they’ve caused,” said Attorney General Josh Stein.
GOP Control Of State Supreme Court Puts School Funding In Jeopardy
“To go back and change a historic decision so quickly would really damage the legitimacy of the court,” stated Matt Ellinwood, director of the Education & Law Project at N.C. Justice Center.
Gov. Cooper Calls For Change in UNC Governance System Suffering From Too Much Political Influence
For years, faculty at some UNC campuses have complained about political pressure coming from the board, including former UNC system president Erskine Bowles.
New Right-Wing Groups Seek To Control School Boards
In addition to targeting discussions of race and history, Moms for Liberty has also demonized discussions of gender and sexual orientation in schools.
Incumbents And Newcomers Split Guilford County’s School Board Races
Across races in Guilford County, incumbents retained many of their seats, with the school board race being no exception.
Wake County Voters Reject Far-Right School Board Takeover
Wake County voters rejected the far-right’s attempt to seize control of the school board, keeping a Democratic majority.
NC Democrats Successfully Protect Gov. Cooper’s Veto Power
North Carolina Republicans have fallen short of their goal of regaining a supermajority in the General Assembly. Gov. Roy Cooper’s veto power will be protected for the remainder of his second term.
Voters in NC’s 13th Congressional District Reject MAGA Extremist Bo Hines, Elect State Sen. Wiley Nickel
Democrats got a huge win and gained a seat in the U.S. House of Representatives after state Sen. Wiley Nickel defeated 27-year-old MAGA extremist Bo Hines in the 13th Congressional District.
Progressives, Many Republicans Join Forces In Opposition To NC Elections Case Being Heard By US Supreme Court
Dozens of influential groups and political figures have submitted friend-of-the-court briefs regarding the Moore v. Harper Supreme Court case that originated in North Carolina.
Record Numbers of LGBTQ+ Candidates Ran For Office in 2022
This year in the United States, more than 90 candidates who identify as LGBTQ ran for Congress, more than ever in history and a 16% increase from the 2020 election.
Columbus County Sheriff Resigns Weeks After Audio Of Racist Tirade Released – But He Remains On The Ballot
Columbus County Sheriff Jody Greene resigned from his position in front of a packed courtroom in mid-October, several weeks after tapes containing racist remarks he made were released.
Guilford County School Board calls for investigation against far-right education group
“Take Back Our Schools” is known for its controversial statements and for sharing anti-LGBTQ+, anti-CRT and discriminatory posts on its social media platform.
Protest Filed Against Anti-Choice Candidate E.C. Sykes For Lying About Where He Lives; Future Of Abortion At Stake
The state constitution requires that all candidates for the General Assembly establish residency one year prior to the election. E.C. Sykes does not live in the district he’s running in.
North Carolinian’s abortion access hinges on key legislative races
State Sen. Sydney Batch’s opponent Republican Mark Cavaliero, is anti-abortion and supports defunding the state’s largest abortion provider.
Real Housewives Fans Organize For 2022 Midterm Elections
“We aren’t going to organize every ‘Housewives’ fan, but people come from all walks of life and there’s a subsection of fans who wanna get political, wanna get active,” said the Working Family Party’s Nelini Stamp.
School Board Election Could Determine Book Censorship In Classrooms
In North Carolina, far-right education groups such as Moms for Liberty and NC Values Coalition have led the charge in banning LGBTQ+, and Black and Brown-authored books.
Future Rights On The Line In Judicial Elections In NC, Four Other States
North Carolina’s Supreme Court races will most likely determine the future of reproductive rights, voting rights, public education and more in our state.
Human Rights Campaign Launches Six-Figure Ad Buy In North Carolina, Other Key Swing States
The Human Rights Campaign (HRC), the largest LGBTQ advocacy organization in the U.S., has recently launched a six-figure ad buy in key swing states including North Carolina.
New School Bonds Seek To Address Long-Standing Wake County School Needs
In this year’s midterm elections, Wake County voters will have the opportunity to vote on two countywide bond measures that take a step toward addressing issues facing schools.
Lt. Gov Mark Robinson Continues Preaching Hate
Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson has repeatedly claimed the U.S. is a Christian nation and has used his beliefs to make transphobic comments.
Upcoming Election’s Most Important Issue Isn’t Getting Talked About Enough
People who wanted to dismantle our system of government could soon be the ones in charge of it. North Carolinians could send as many as 10 seditionists to Washington this November.
Out-of-State Patient Seeking Emergency Care Highlights Impact of Abortion Bans
Just recently, a Tennessee doctor made a critical choice to save her patient’s life by sending her six hours away to North Carolina to receive an emergency abortion.
Campaign Donations Tell A Tale: Billionaires Love Ted Budd
You may not know their names, but some of the country’s richest people are funneling millions of dollars into Ted Budd’s U.S. Senate race against Cheri Beasley, according to Forbes.
Guilford School Board Races Highlight Contrast Between Far-Right-Backed Republican And Equity-Driven Democrat Candidates
A slate of Republican school board candidates are running on extremist platforms against Democrats for control of Guilford County’s school board.
Despite Election Year Promises, Majority of Republican Legislative Candidates Would Support Abortion Restrictions
Since Roe v. Wade was overturned, states across the nation have instituted extreme abortion bans and North Carolina has remained a safe haven for many in need of reproductive care across the southeast.
Personal Abortion Stories Taking Center Stage In Midterm Elections
Some of the most powerful ads this election cycle have been centered around real women telling their personal abortion stories.
NC Democrats’ Calls For Gun Reform Ignored By NCGOP In Wake Of Raleigh Mass Shooting
According to WRAL, Democrats say that Republican leaders have refused to discuss gun safety and won’t even listen to proposals for “common-sense” gun safety laws.
Spooky Places To Visits In The Triangle
Looking for somewhere spooky to go this weekend? You’re in luck.
Task Force for Racial Equity in Criminal Justice to be Extended by Gov. Cooper
Gov. Roy Cooper recently announced that he would be signing an Executive Order next month that will extend the work of the Task Force for Racial Equity in Criminal Justice.
These 4 Races In The Charlotte Area Could Determine Who Controls The NC Legislature
A handful of races in the Charlotte area could tip the scales and give Republicans a supermajority in the state legislature.
Claims Made By ‘Election Integrity’ Group Debunked By State Board Of Elections
Many claims made by NC Election Integrity Team on the members-only section of their website have been fact-checked by the State Board of Elections and deemed partially or completely false.
Meet Downtown Raleigh’s Very Own ‘Duck Man’
Tyler Allen, a biologist and graduate of N.C. State University, can be seen casually walking the streets of downtown Raleigh with his herd of ducks.
NC’s 13th Congressional District Race Could Be The Closest In The Country
According to The Washington Post, both Democratic and Republican strategists have said internal polling shows the race is “dead even” between state Sen. Wiley Nickel and MAGA challenger Bo Hines.
Fate Of Key Issues Will Be Decided In NC Supreme Court Elections
The future of abortion access, voting rights, fair maps, and many other issues are at stake in this year’s state Supreme Court elections.
Hispanics Make Up Nearly 11% Of NC’s Population But Only 1% Of Candidates Running For Election
Currently, 14 Latinos hold political office in the state – with none at the congressional level.
A Majority Of Americans Support Protections for Same-Sex Marriage
According to a recent Meredith College poll, a majority of Americans are against removing the rights of same-sex couples.
A Look At NC’s Legislative Races And What’s At Stake This November
There’s a chance that North Carolina voters will give Republicans supermajorities in the NC General Assembly, which would leave Gov. Cooper powerless to stop the NCGOP.
Superintendent Catherine Truitt Hires Known Right-Wing Commentator as Advisor
Reports that North Carolina Superintendent Catherine Truitt has brought in Terry Stoops as an advisor have sparked questions about the controversial new hire – with local educators condemning the decision to hire a well-known right-winger.
Republicans Running For NC Supreme Court Support ‘Originalist’ Philosophy Of Justices Thomas, Scalia
Two Republicans running to be on the NC Supreme Court believe in “originalism” — the idea that their decisions should be based on what the founders thought more than 230 years ago.
Ted Budd’s Debate Answers On Marijuana Legalization, Opioid Crisis Show How Out Of Touch He Is
Ted Budd doesn’t seem to be aware that his position on marijuana legalization is way out of the mainstream and doesn’t even match what his fellow North Carolina Republicans believe about the issue.
Far-Right Education Movement Seeking Control Of New Hanover Schools
It’s no secret that Republicans are exploiting division and the pandemic to attack public schools, educators, and families under the guise of “parental rights.”
Republican Candidate E.C. Sykes Could Be ‘Deemed Ineligible’ For Hotly Contested Legislative Race
A 118-page protest alleges in painstaking detail that E.C. Sykes has continued to reside in a home he rents in Raleigh rather than the address he is registered to vote at.
Rep. Jeff Zenger Accepted Thousands In Campaign Cash From Developers, Introduced Bills To Benefit Them
Rep. Jeff Zenger, a general contractor and developer, has accepted thousands of dollars in campaign cash from other developers – and has introduced bills to benefit them.
NC Proud Boy Pleads Guilty to Seditious Conspiracy
Jeremy Joseph Bertino, 43, plotted with other members of the far-right Proud Boys to violently stop the peaceful transfer of power after the 2020 presidential election.
Meet The Extremist Republicans Running For Guilford County School Board
All four Republican candidates for Guilford County school board are backed by a right-wing group called Take Back Our Schools. The group has campaigned with Lt. Governor Mark Robinson.
Planned Parenthood Investing $5M to Protect Abortion Rights in North Carolina
Planned Parenthood Votes and Planned Parenthood Action PAC North Carolina announced a $5 million investment into NC legislative races in order to protect Gov. Cooper’s veto power over restrictive abortion laws.
NC Democrats Have The Opportunity To Elect More Women Than Men in the State Senate
If Democrats secure 21 seats in this year’s midterm elections, 12 seats will be held by women.
In North Carolina’s U.S. Senate Race, Beasley and Budd are complete opposites
The highly talked about race between Cheri Beasley and Ted Budd underscores a deep contrast in the policies and positions the parties are taking.
NC Cases On Affirmative Action, Federal Elections To Be Decided By SCOTUS
Affirmative action and fair federal elections are two extremely important issues that are under threat by the right-wing U.S. Supreme Court – and both of these cases originated in North Carolina.
2 NC Supreme Court Races That Will Determine State’s Future Tighten As Election Day Gets Closer
State judicial races often get ignored or forgotten about by voters and the media, but the decisions made by these elected officials often have massive implications that are felt for years.
Gov. Roy Cooper Puts Marijuana Legalization Back In The Spotlight
Gov. Roy Cooper is pushing state Republican legislative leaders to legalize marijuana possession in the state.
QAnon Conspiracy Theorists Feel Right At Home While Attending Wilmington Budd-Trump Rally
QAnon followers seem to be very publicly attending Donald Trump rallies, including his September rally in Wilmington with Republican Senate candidate Ted Budd.
It’s NC State Fair Time and NC Voices Has You Covered
It’s fall and it’s mid-October so that can only mean one thing around these parts: it’s North Carolina State Fair time!
Protecting Abortion Rights Is Moving Young Women Voters To The Ballot Box
Exactly half of registered voters say they are more motivated to vote in the midterm elections than they were in previous elections, with abortion rights driving that motivation.
State Senate Candidate Mary Wills Bode Will ‘Work Tirelessly’ To Ensure Access To Reproductive Healthcare
Mary Wills Bode told The News & Observer that investing in education, cutting taxes for working families, and ensuring access to reproductive healthcare would be among her top priorities as a state senator.
State Republican Policies Are Responsible For Teacher Shortage
A survey from the North Carolina School Superintendents Association found that 98 of 115 school districts who responded reported having 11,297 unfilled educator and staff positions – and Republicans are at fault.
Former Fayetteville City Council Member Val Applewhite Seeks NC Senate Seat In Cumberland County
Gov. Roy Cooper knows he can trust Val Applewhite to support his leadership. Cooper said Applewhite “isn’t afraid to stand up to right-wing Republicans.”
A Legacy Of Integrity: Justice Sam J. Ervin IV Seeks Second Term On The North Carolina Supreme Court
Justice Sam Ervin IV comes to the bench with a wealth of experience and has built a reputation for his legal decision-making, receiving endorsements from dozens of attorneys, reproductive rights advocates, environmentalists and many other groups.
North Carolina’s Future Depends On The Outcome Of 2 State Supreme Court Races
Democrats currently hold a 4-3 majority on the North Carolina Supreme Court but Republicans could find themselves with a 5-2 advantage after November’s election – a chilling scenario for anyone concerned about their rights and freedoms.
Valerie Jordan Is Running For The NC Senate Because ‘People In Eastern North Carolina Have Been Left Behind For Too Long’
Valerie Jordan grew up tobacco farming in Warrenton, North Carolina, and has worked to protect her community from a young age.
Meet the Republicans Running for New Hanover County School Board
Notably, all four Republican candidates for the New Hanover County School Board are endorsed by a far-right group called Tide Turners NC.
Judge Lucy Inman Hopes To Bring Collaboration, Experience To The State Supreme Court
In her run for the Supreme Court, NC Court of Appeals Judge Lucy Inman has received endorsements from numerous retired and former judges ranging from the state Supreme Court to district courts.
New Ad Highlights How Ted Budd’s Family Took Advantage Of Farmers
Ted Budd and his father Richard were named defendants in a case that accused them of fraud and faced them with a possible $15 million judgment against them.
Your Guide To Fall In The NC Mountains
The long warm days of summer are over for North Carolina and fall is upon us. The team at NC Voices wanted to share a few fall guides to help plan your fall visit to western North Carolina.
Elections Complaint Filed Against Right-Wing Wake County School Board Candidate
Right-wing Wake County school board candidate Steve Bergstrom is facing an election complaint that claims they lied about where they live and also violated campaign finance report laws.
Future Of Reproductive Rights In NC Could Be Determined By Key Legislative Races
As Republicans across the U.S. roll out anti-abortion measures, including in North Carolina, voters will have a chance to defend their rights at the ballot box in November.
New Ad From Planned Parenthood Highlights Anti-Abortion Candidate Mark Cavaliero
Planned Parenthood Votes South Atlantic has released a new video highlighting the dangers of electing Mark Cavaliero, Republican candidate for NC Senate District 17 in Wake County.
Rep. Rachel Hunt Will Bring Strong Support Of Reproductive Rights To NC Senate
Pro-choice Democrat Rachel Hunt, the current North Carolina House representative for District 103, is now running for state Senate in District 42 in Mecklenburg County,
Your Guide To Surviving Homecoming Weekend
Homecoming week is around the corner and the gang here at NC Voices thought we should give you a few pointers to ensure you survive your weekend of fun.
NC Republicans Must Act To Exempt Student Loan Forgiveness From State Income Taxes
NCGOP leaders approved tax exemptions for those who received forgiveness from their PPP loans. They refuse to do the same for those with student loan debt that has been forgiven.
House Republicans, Including All 9 From NC, Voted Against Legislation To Prevent Another Coup Attempt
All nine NC Republicans in the U.S. House voted against closing 135-year-old loopholes in the Electoral Count Act. The loopholes are the same ones “that Donald Trump and his allies exploited in their plot to overturn the [2020] election.”
NC Sheriff Suspended, Under Investigation By SBI After Racist Recordings Released
Columbus County Sheriff Jody Greene has been suspended and could be out of a job soon following the release of audio recordings where he was captured making racist comments about Black people to a sheriff’s captain.
Reproductive Freedom Is On The Ballot This November. Sen. Sydney Batch Is Ready To Defend It.
Sen. Batch is running for re-election in North Carolina Senate District 17 in southern Wake County. Batch has served in the General Assembly since 2019 and has been an ardent supporter of reproductive rights.
Ted Budd’s Wilmington rally with Trump proves his acceptance of ex-president’s extreme, dangerous rhetoric
With footage of QAnon salute and an allusion by Trump to a racial slur, Ted Budd’s appearance at the Wilmington rally speaks to his acceptance of extremist behavior.
Retired Army Colonel And Former Educator Marcia Morgan Running For NC Senate
Ret. Army Col. Marcia Morgan believes that women’s rights are under attack and says she would not support extreme abortion restrictions. Her opponent, Sen. Michael Lee, has voted to restrict abortion at least five times.
Taking A Look At Progressive Candidates For New Hanover County School Board
We’re taking a look at the platforms of three progressive Democrats who are running for the New Hanover County School Board: Dorian Cromartie, Veronica McLaurin-Brown and Judy Justice.
Republicans Continue To Support, Push For More Book Bans Despite Widespread Unpopularity
A recent poll commissioned by the nonprofit EveryLibrary Institute found that 75% of voters are opposed to the right-wing efforts underway to ban books – and that they will consider those bans when voting in the midterm elections.
Just A Handful Of Legislative Races Will Determine If Abortion Remains Legal In NC
Gov. Roy Cooper must keep his veto power in order to prevent abortion from being even more severely restricted in North Carolina — or outright banned.
New Ad From Planned Parenthood Highlights EC Sykes’ Anti-Abortion Views
Abortion is on the ballot in North Carolina and EC Sykes has made his position against it very clear.
Surrounding Communities Alarmed As GenX Polluter Plans Expansion
The expansion move by Chemours, who has for years endangered families surrounding their plant by releasing toxic chemicals into the Cape Fear River, has alarmed communities and activists.
Lt. Gov Robinson’s Extreme Rhetoric is Wrong for North Carolina
Abortion banned. Same-sex marriage outlawed. Children no longer taught certain subjects in school. Loosened gun restrictions. This is what a North Carolina under a Gov. Mark Robinson would look like.
Right-Wing Extremism On The Rise In North Carolina
In North Carolina, extremism is ever present in the state’s Republican Party. As right-wing extremism grows post-Trump era, North Carolina will continue to witness the impact of continuous violent, divisive rhetoric.
North Carolina At The Center Of US Supreme Court Case Dubbed The ‘Death Knell Of Democracy’
The GOP in North Carolina would rather sow chaos in our system and weaken our democracy to the point of breaking than be beholden to the voters by fair and constitutional maps.
Gov. Cooper Calls On General Assembly To Waive Tax On Student Loan Forgiveness
It is time for the Republican-led N.C. General Assembly to take measures that not only benefit businesses and corporations, but also the people.
Ted Budd Works In His Own Best Interests, Not North Carolina’s
If elected to the U.S. Senate, Ted Budd will keep doing what he’s always done: vote against the interests of regular working people in North Carolina while voting to keep himself wealthy.
When It Comes To Investing In North Carolina Schools’, Will State Republicans Take Action?
The newest chapter in the state’s 28-year-old education case started in late August and continues with several hurdles coming its way.
Bomb Threatened HBCU In North Carolina To Recieve Grants
The U.S. Department of Education has announced grants for two HBCUs that received bomb threats this year. Fayetteville State is one of the schools receiving the grants.
Polls In NC, Across The US Show Abortion As The Top Issue Among Likely Voters
According to a recent poll of likely voters in North Carolina, the issue they’re most concerned about is the economy but the issue most likely to get them to actually cast a ballot is abortion rights.
Throwing Belief In States’ Rights Out The Window, Ted Budd Supports Sen. Graham’s Bill Outlawing Abortion Nationwide
Ted Budd, who is running for U.S. Senate in North Carolina, has previously said abortion is a states’ rights issue – and now he’s supporting a bill banning abortion nationwide.
NC Supreme Court Races Could Decide The Fate Of Election Laws, Reproductive Rights
Two contests for the state Supreme Court could decide everything from how elections are administered to reproductive rights for North Carolinians.
State Nonprofits Bring Awareness to the Dangers of Partisan Judicial Elections
A coalition calling itself Fair Courts NC just finished touring the state to bring awareness to the dangers partisanship poses in North Carolina’s judicial system.
Ted Budd Reveals His Own Failures To Prevent Child Abuse While Attempting ‘Gotcha’ on Gov. Cooper
Ted Budd has a history of voting against bills that would protect children from sexual and physical abuse.
Senate Delays Vote To Codify Same-Sex Marriage Until After Midterm Elections
Instead of bowing to a far-right doctrine of intolerance and government control, it’s time lawmakers put away partisanship and ensure our freedoms remain intact now and for future generations.
New Veterans Affairs Policy Sidesteps State Abortion Bans
The Department of Veterans Affairs recently announced a new policy under which the VA will now be able to provide abortion counseling and, in certain cases, abortions to pregnant veterans and veteran beneficiaries.
Extremist Wake County School Board Candidate Wants Teachers To Carry Guns, Calls Schools ‘Socialistic Indoctrination Programs’
Right-wing extremist Wake County school board candidate Michele Morrow said at a debate recently that she believes teachers should be allowed to conceal carry guns in schools.
Alamance-Burlington Superintendent Removes LGBTQ+ Book
The Alamance-Burlington Schools superintendent’s removal of the LGBTQ+ book, “Gender Queer” is the latest in a series of books and material being challenged by conservatives.
Voters Aren’t Buying Republicans’ Softened Anti-Abortion Stance
As prominent anti-abortion Republicans attempt to scrub away their extremist views, others are attempting to backpedal their tone towards anti-reproductive rights through a “more reasonable” approach.
So Far In 2022: Lt. Gov. Robinson Has Spent The Most Of Any Republican Statewide Candidate Or Officeholder
The top spender among Republican statewide candidates and officeholders was none other than Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson. Notably, 2022 is not an election year for Robinson.
Valerie Jordan Will Remain On The 2022 Ballot Despite Republican’s Political Theater
Valerie Jordan’s residency was challenged by Republican opponent Bobby Hanig because she spent nights in Raleigh, away from her district.
North Carolina Ranks In Top 10 For Oath Keepers Membership; 3 NC Politicians On The List
Information that leaked last week showed more than 1,000 registered members of the extreme right-wing Oath Keepers militia group here in North Carolina.
Anti-Abortion Rhetoric Scrubbed From Bo Hines’ Campaign Website
Amid growing voter backlash against the overturning of Roe v. Wade, many extremist Republicans, including NC-13 Republican candidate Bo Hines, are attempting to scrub their websites of their anti-choice stance.
NC Senate Candidate EC Sykes Campaigns On Banning Abortion
Republican candidate EC Sykes is running for an open seat in the North Carolina State Senate in District 18, composed of portions of Wake and
Sen. Michael Lee Has Repeatedly Voted Restrict Abortion Access In North Carolina
The US Supreme Court recently voted to overturn Roe v Wade, ending federal protections for abortion access and yielding the power to ban or protect
Senator Bobby Hanig Opposes Expanding Healthcare Access In Eastern North Carolina
Republican Senator Bobby Hanig, representing North Carolina Senate District 3, has spent four years in the General Assembly standing in opposition to policies that would
NCGOP’s refusal to properly fund public schools is leading to a double crisis
North Carolina schools are facing a double crisis thanks to the failure of state Republicans to fund public education and pay teachers and staff a fair wage.
In North Carolina, Reproductive Health Access Will Be Decided In Down Ballot Races
Currently, Gov. Roy Cooper’s veto power is all that stands in the way of new legislation that would restrict abortions even further.
NC Lt. Gov. Robinson Wants Science And Social Studies Out Of Elementary Schools
Seemingly determined to keep his name in the news, Robinson has once again made headlines, this time for his calls to remove history and science from the elementary school curriculum.
Amid Calls To Fund Public Education, Landmark Leandro Case Heads Back To State Supreme Court
The landmark decades-old education case landed before the North Carolina Supreme Court last Wednesday, with renewed demands toward the state adequately funding public schools.
Student Debt: Living Off Ramen Noodles For Four Years Is Not A Viable Option
According to the News & Observer, the cost of tuition and fees for college 50 years ago was less than $500, compared to $7,000 – $9,000 today.
Berger, Moore Clarify Their Preferences Regarding Abortion Despite Repeatedly Voting To Restrict It
Under their leadership, Republicans have increased waiting periods to obtain an abortion, cut funding for abortion providers, and even forced doctors to share private, medical information with the state.
‘Judges Don’t Wear Red Robes Or Blue Robes’: Advocates Fight For Fair And Non-Partisan Courts
Over the last month, the Fair Courts NC coalition toured the state to draw attention to the destructive role partisanship has played on state courts in the last decade and to call for judicial reform.
Raleigh area hoops star and head coaches host back to school events for local youth
NBA star John Wall, Atlanta Hawks head coach Nate McMillan and NC Central head coach LeVelle Moton held events giving kids in the community everything they need for the new school year.
Extreme Right-Wing Groups Endorse Nearly All GOP Candidates in Wake County School Board Race
Instead of divisive vitriol, our educators and children need support and resources, not political games that only use them as pawns rather than building them up in order to thrive.
Fentanyl is the ‘epidemic within the opioid epidemic’
A synthetic opioid created in the 1960s, fentanyl is primarily used in anesthesia and pain management, particularly after surgeries and cancer treatment.
Extremism Rears Its Divisive and Destructive Head in Moore County School Board Race
Moore County’s contentious race is just one of many counties in North Carolina where the radical right seeks to control what our children are allowed to learn.
Planned Parenthood Endorses Cheri Beasley, Plans To Put Millions Into Senate Race
Planned Parenthood announced that they will spend $50 million ahead of November’s elections and a big chunk of the money will be used to support Cheri Beasley’s run for the Senate.
Right-Wing ‘Moms For Liberty’ Organization’s Goal? Erode Public Education
Moms for Liberty uses “parents’ rights” as a vehicle for accomplishing their real goal: eroding public education.
After Roe Decision, North Carolina Sees Surge In Women Registering To Vote
In North Carolina, women are outperforming men by a 7-point share margin among new registrants, according to Targetsmart CEO Tom Bonier.
Abortion, Redistricting Fuel North Carolina State Supreme Court Race
The state Supreme Court currently has a 4-3 Democratic majority. There are two seats up for election, and both are held by Democrats. Republicans are seeking to win at least one seat to regain control of the court.
NC Supreme Court Rules Legislators Elected Due To Racist Voting Maps Have Limited Power
The NC Supreme Court held that the North Carolina Constitution imposes limits on a racially gerrymandered legislature’s authority to initiate the process of amending the Constitution.
Reinstated 20-Week Abortion Ban Will Have Impact On North Carolinians, Others In The South
The current 20-week ban on abortions could very well turn into a six-week ban or possibly even a total ban if Republicans pick up five seats in the legislature this November.
History Of Devastating Flooding In NC’s Historic Town Of Princeville Is A Story Of Environmental Racism
Princeville is one of the poorest towns in North Carolina and it’s partly because of Mother Nature – but some historians say the story of the town is actually one of environmental racism.
Rural North Carolina Communities Need Investments In Healthcare
Rural clinics and health centers in North Carolina are struggling to meet their patients’ basic needs due to a lack of basic resources and doctors.
Cheri Beasley Tops Ted Budd In Latest NC Senate Poll As Budd’s Positions Become Even More Unpopular
In Blueprint’s poll, conducted from Aug. 4-6, Beasley has a 46-42 lead over Budd. Political data outfit FiveThirtyEight also has Beasley in the lead based on all the polling available.
President Biden Signs Landmark Bill To Tackle Climate Change, Lower Health Care Costs
With zero Republican votes in the House or Senate, the absence of their support on legislation filled with renewable energy and health care initiatives that will help Americans underscores the stark contrast between the parties and their interests.
North Carolina Teachers Voice Concerns Over Controversial Proposal
The North Carolina Association of Educators have spoken against a controversial measure aimed at overhauling the way teachers are promoted and paid in North Carolina.
New Hanover County Republican School Board Member Questions District’s Social Studies Curriculum
New Hanover County Republican school board member Pete Wildeboer questioned the county’s social studies curriculum, specifically regarding how the 1898 Wilmington Massacre is taught.
Cuteness Overload: NC Aquarium Needs Help Naming Otter Pups
Three otter pups born right here in North Carolina at the Fort Fisher Aquarium need your help. The aquarium needs help in selecting names for these oh-so-beautiful pups.
NCGA Republicans pushing abortion restrictions in 2023; Speaker Moore supports 6-week ban
More than six weeks after the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, Republicans are continuing their campaign to strip away reproductive freedoms across the country.
Hypocrisy Alert: Republicans Call To Protect Controversial Pregnancy Crisis Centers
“Crisis pregnancy centers exist for one purpose: to prevent a person from obtaining a safe, legal abortion,” stated Susanna Birdsong with Planned Parenthood North Carolina.
Sheriff In One NC County Stocking Schools With AR-15s, Extra Ammunition
“What’s going to happen is we’re going to have accidents with these guns,” said UNC-Chapel Hill School of Education professor Dorothy Espelage.
Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson Fails North Carolinians (Again) With CPAC Speech
While expectations certainly weren’t high, Mark Robinson has failed yet again to adequately represent all of the North Carolinians who make our state successful, inclusive and safe.
US Senate Democrats Pass Major Health, Climate, Tax Bill
Democrats in the Senate are celebrating this important victory for their constituents. However, once again North Carolina Sens. Richard Burr and Thom Tillis failed to show up for North Carolinians and voted against the bill.
Kansas Abortion Vote Gives Hope To Progressive Voices In NC
The Kansas results show that voters are energized by the United States Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade and are willing to take action to protect abortion access at the state level.
Senators Tillis, Burr Vote To Keep Insulin Costs High For Americans In Need
Neither Tillis nor Burr provided a reason as to why they believe pharmaceutical and insurance companies should continue to be allowed to rip off Americans in need of insulin and other life-saving drugs.
‘Big Lie’ Proponent Cleta Mitchell Hosting Fundraiser For US Senate Candidate Ted Budd
Cleta Mitchell, a conservative attorney who was integral to Trump’s effort to overturn the 2020 election results, is holding a fundraiser later today for U.S. Senate hopeful Ted Budd.
Democratic Candidates For NC Supreme Court Are Outraising Their Republican Opponents
In both state Supreme Court contests, progressive candidates have handily outraised their conservative opponents.
Ghostly Bridge Leads To Mountaintop Castle In North Carolina
If you want an adventure, travel the winding roads of Beaucatcher Mountain, and along the way, you will see an old, rundown bridge crossing above the highway.
House Democrats Pass Bill To Ban Assault Weapons In Response To Mass Shootings
The bill would criminalize the sale, manufacture, transfer, possession, or importation of many types of semi-automatic weapons and large-capacity ammunition feeding devices.
Thousands Eligible To Register To Vote In NC After Felon Voting Rights Restored
The expansion of the voter rolls began July 27, allowing people who are on parole to register before the upcoming midterm elections.
North Carolina Schools Facing Teacher Shortages As Low Pay, Poor Treatment See People Turning Away From The Profession
North Carolina teachers need real pay raises, good benefits and incentives. The state needs to properly fund schools and Republicans need to stop treating education as a political game.
Dashing NCGOPs’ Hopes, Democrats Nearly Sweep Elections In Charlotte, Greensboro
Despite Republicans’ hopes, incumbent Democrats nearly swept council and mayoral seats in Charlotte and Greensboro, which were the two biggest cities holding elections in July.
Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson Would Be ‘Going To Jail’ If He Did His Own Taxes
Robinson, a likely candidate for North Carolina Governor in 2024, has a history of financial issues, including three bankruptcies and several years of unpaid federal income taxes.
Sen. Thom Tillis Votes Against Own Bill That Would Provide More Health Benefits To Sick Veterans
Sen. Thom Tillis likes to portray himself as a man who loves our country and our military, yet he voted three times against a veterans’ health care bill – one that he and Sen. Richard Burr helped write.
Priorities Of NC Republicans Are Made Clear In Their Latest Attacks
In North Carolina, state Republicans have mirrored their national counterparts in prompting a campaign against reproductive rights, LGBTQ+ youth, and educators, among many other communities.
North Carolina Partners With United Kingdom To Address Climate Change
The agreement states that the Tar Heel state and the United Kingdom agree on working to produce net zero greenhouse gas emissions by the year 2050.
NC Attorney General Josh Stein Stands Up For Reproductive Rights
“The Department of Justice will not take action that would restrict women’s ability to make their own reproductive health care decisions… protecting that ability is more important than ever,” AG Stein said in a statement.
Controversial NC Politician In The News For 2021 Bill Allowing Those Seeking An Abortion To Be Killed
Republican NC House Rep. Larry Pittman is in the news for a bill he filed 18 months ago that calls for a constitutional amendment allowing “deadly force” to be used against a person providing or seeking an abortion.
NC State Sen. Wiley Nickel Outraising Cawthorn Retread Bo Hines In 13th Congressional District Race
FEC campaign finance data shows that MAGA Republican Bo Hines has five times less cash on hand than his opponent, Democratic state Sen. Wiley Nickel.
Extremist Republicans Are Targeting Election Officials, Voters With New Restrictions
As extremist-led threats toward election workers heighten, Republicans are compounding the issue of intimidation with criminal penalties that will target election officials in 12 states.
Extremist Republican-led threats heighten election officials’ concerns for upcoming elections
Extremist-driven threats toward election officials couldn’t be any more apparent as election officials from 33 states held a national conference at a secret location, under tight security last week.
144 Organizations in NC Urge Court To Order Funding For Public Schools
For over a decade, North Carolina public schools have been underfunded. State courts have ruled multiple times that the legislature must increase school funding.
North Carolina Festivals You Won’t Want To Miss This August
As we reach the middle of summer in North Carolina, it is important to keep in mind all the activities that our state has to offer, ranging from food, arts and crafts, shopping, music, camping, and even fitness.
NC Beach Town Takes A Bite Out Of Shark Fishing Tournament
For many coastal communities, this is the time of year when tourism is at its highest. Families coming from around the world to get a taste of North Carolina coastal life, or salt life as many say.
The 1898 Wilmington Massacre Was Anything But A Love Story
The right-wing John Locke Foundation announced they will be producing a short film about the Wilmington Massacre – and it will be a love story.
In November, North Carolina Voters Will Determine The Future Of Abortion, Civil Rights
Depending on which party gains seats, the future of abortion, marriage equality, civil rights and much more could be on the line in North Carolina.
The NCGOP’s Fight To End Free and Fair Elections
With the country still reeling from the recent decision by the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn Roe v. Wade, SCOTUS has quickly moved on from diminishing reproductive rights to diminishing democracy as a whole.
Cooper Veto Once Again Blocks Radical, Right-Wing Legislation
So far, the governor’s veto power has held off radical Republican-backed measures, including restrictions on abortions, voting restrictions, the criminalization of peaceful protest and more.
NC State Board Of Elections Rejects GOP Request That Could Have Disenfranchised Many Voting By Mail
The North Carolina State Board of Elections recently rejected a Republican Party request for the board to allow county elections officials to examine signatures on absentee voting documents.
NC Rep. Kathy Manning’s Bill Guaranteeing Access To Contraception Passes; Budd, 7 Other NC Republicans Vote Against
The Right to Contraception Act, which was introduced by Democratic Rep. Kathy Manning (NC-06), was passed by a final vote of 228-195 in the House.
Every NC Republican In The House Voted Against Marriage Equality – Including US Senate Candidate Ted Budd
The U.S. House passed a bill Tuesday recognizing same-sex marriages at the federal level – but, unsurprisingly, all eight House Republicans from North Carolina voted against it.
Another Win for Equality As Garner Approves Non-Discrimination Ordinance
Another win for equality came recently when the Garner Town Council unanimously approved Wake County’s non-discrimination ordinance, the seventh community in the county to do so.
The ACC Has $15 Million Reasons To Stay In North Carolina
The league has been rumored to be interested in other cities like Charlotte or Orlando if the league decides to relocate from Greensboro, which has fought to keep the conference headquarters there.
Anti-CRT Johnston County School Board Member Takes Back Resignation Announcement
An anti-CRT Johnston County school board member – and Smithfield police officer who was suspended during an internal investigation – is now refusing to resign from his seat after announcing he would.
Ted Budd Has Questions To Answer About His Gun Business, Lavish Trips Paid For By Outside Groups
Ted Budd’s office claims his multiple trips to lavish resorts with his wife were part of his effort to support “the working families of North Carolina.”
North Carolina Should Adopt Alabama’s New Teacher Pay Plan And Boost Salaries By More Than 17%
Beginning teachers in Alabama will earn 17% more than new teachers in NC and teachers with 35+ years of experience will earn 23 percent more than those with the same experience here.
NC Senate Leader Phil Berger Endorses Mark Robinson for Governor?
Berger said Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson, who is most widely known for his anti-LGBTQ+ and anti-Semitic comments, would make a great governor.
Gov. Cooper Signs Order To Protect Reproductive Rights In NC
“People throughout the Southeast rely on North Carolina as an access point,” stated Alexis McGill Johnson, CEO of Planned Parenthood. “Without Gov. Cooper’s help…the entire region would be devastated.”
Partisan Gerrymandering Paved The Way For Abortion Bans
Republican-led legislatures in many states have increasingly proposed or passed laws stripping away reproductive rights, despite solid support for those rights from voters.
NC Gov. Cooper’s Veto Power is Firewall Against Erosion of Civil Rights
Cooper has vetoed bills that would allow firearms to more easily fall into the wrong hands, laws removing important voting and civil rights and laws that would censor teachers in classrooms.
Durham The First City In NC To Launch ‘Unarmed Mental Health’ Division To Respond To Crisis Calls
Durham’s Community Safety Department launched three new crisis response pilot programs with a fourth still under development.
NCGA Legalizes Hemp At The Last Minute – Is Marijuana Usage Next?
In 2018, North Carolina introduced a trial period to authorize the legal sale of hemp until July 1. At the 11th hour, legislators passed a law to permanently legalize hemp across the state.
Mark Meadows Chose A Lie Over His Own Country
Ultimately, Mark Meadows was faced with a choice on Jan. 6, 2021, and he chose a twice-impeached liar over his own country.
Early Voting For July General Elections, Runoffs Underway In Parts Of North Carolina
Where races are being held, voters can vote early now through July 23. For those who are unable to make it out to vote early, general elections will be held on Election Day – July 26.
WNBA Star Brittney Griner Asks White House To Help With Her Release
WNBA star Brittney Griner has been detained since February on charges of possession of cannabis-derived vape cartridges.
Gov. Cooper And Governors Meet With President Biden To Protect States Abortion Access
In the wake of the court’s decision, several Democratic governors met with President Joe Biden to discuss expanding protections and defending the fundamental right of reproductive freedom.
SCOTUS Agrees To Hear NC ‘Fringe Legal Theory’ Case That Could Award Control Of Election Results To State Legislatures
Depending on how the Supreme Court rules, control of election results could be awarded to state legislatures, regardless of which candidate won the most votes.
2022 North Carolina House Races To Watch
In the state House, these seats are considered races to watch this fall based on a number of factors such as historical electoral performance, candidate profile and demographic information.
2022 North Carolina Senate Races To Watch
The stakes are incredibly high in this year’s legislative elections and a handful of races could decide the future of our state.
Major Victories For Transgender Community In North Carolina
During a month marked by attacks on the transgender community in multiple states across the country, North Carolina is among the few states that can tout some victories.
Sports World Slams SCOTUS Decision On Reproductive Rights
Members of the WNBA and the U.S. Women’s National Soccer Team shared their frustrations with the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, a move that will lead to abortion bans in at least half of the states in this country.
Daughter of NC’s Rep. Greg Murphy responds to father’s tweet denying rape exists
The daughter of Rep. Greg Murphy, an anti-choice election denier from North Carolina’s 3rd District, spoke out about a horrific tweet her father sent.
Trump Loyalist Ted Budd Is Avoiding January 6 And Election Lie Involvement
Republicans like Senate candidate Ted Budd are attempting to separate themselves from their own involvement in overturning the will of the people.
North Carolinians Call On Chemours To Do More To Reduce Water Contamination In The Cape Fear River
The proposed solution from Chemours is to build a 70-to-80-foot tall wall that will extend 1.15-mile-long underground along with the installation of filters.
Supreme Court’s Overturning Of Roe v Wade Gives GOP Fuel To Attack Other Rights
With a conservative majority high court, experts have warned that many other rights may be at risk following the erasure of reproductive health protections.
State Democrats Push For Continuing Free School Lunch Program
North Carolina Senate Democrats are calling on their Republican counterparts to extend the free school lunch and breakfast program for students.
NC Pastor Joins Proud Boys Protest At Pride Storytime, Cites Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson As His Inspiration
Carolina Beach Pastor Tim Russell joined the Proud Boys at a library to protest a Pride Month reading, citing Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson as his inspiration.
The 5 legislative races that could determine the future of abortion rights in North Carolina
If Republicans win these five races it could mean the end of safe, legal abortion here in North Carolina.
Meet The Candidates For The NC Supreme Court
Democrats currently have a 4-3 majority on NC’s Supreme Court — but they could find themselves in the minority if they lose this November’s elections.
National Report Finds Violations Of Political Interference, Institutional Racism Within UNC System
A national faculty group released a report that highlights the numerous violations of threats to faculty governance, limiting academic freedom and the presence of institutional racism within the UNC System.
NCGOP’s Campaign To Suppress The Vote
Republicans have created a fantastical conspiratorial legend made of intricate lies whose sole purpose is to make it harder for people to cast their votes.
Inequities Found Among Recipients Of NC Disability Services
A recent study of Innovations Waiver recipients in North Carolina found racial, gender, geographic, and age inequities among those receiving services.
Durham Nearly Appointed Trump-Supporting Jan. 6 Rally Attendee To Human Relations Council
Jahnmaud Lane, who attended the Stop The Steal rally that preceded the attack on the Capitol, applied to be a member of Durham’s Human Relations Council.
Your Guide to the Right-Wing Extremists Trying to Take Over NC School Boards: Part V
The Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools system has multiple districts with seats up for grabs and there are a number of extremist Republican candidates.
Disappointed Residents Confront Holly Springs Town Council Over Refusal To Adopt Non-Discrimination Ordinance
Some residents said they were “embarrassed to live in” Holly Springs after the council refused to adopt Wake County’s non-discrimination ordinance and didn’t recognize Pride Month.
Macon County Commissioner Denies Library Funding Over Pride Month Display
“If you want to celebrate divisive things like gay pride or whatever, then do it, but do it on private property,” said Macon County Commissioner Paul Higdon.
NC Republicans’ Claims To Support Veterans Is Nothing But Lip Service
North Carolina Senators Thom Tillis and Richard Burr voted against a bill that would provide help for Veterans who have been exposed to hazardous toxins during their service, a bill that they helped to craft.
November Election Could Shift Control Of The Wake County Board of Education
According to the News & Observer, “This fall’s election could decide whether Wake continues to have a left-leaning school board majority or shifts to a more conservative direction.”
NC Bill Would Fine Hospitals Up To $25,000 For Billing Sexual Assault Survivors For Forensic Exams
Hospitals that charge survivors for conducting rape kit tests could be fined up to $25,000 if North Carolina House Bill 626 becomes law.
North Carolina Republicans’ ‘Don’t Say Gay’ Bill Shelved In Legislature
HB 755 would erase LGBTQ+ voices from curriculum, put a target on educators and and require mandatory reporting to parents if a student begins to question their sexual identity in school.
N.C. State Alum ‘Swiss’ Up The Competition In England
Source: News & Observer Just when you thought 2022 has shown you everything it has to offer, you don’t know “Monterey jack” at all. Yep,
Medical Waste, Body Part Incineration Company Is Polluting Vulnerable Haw River Communities
Stericycle has been releasing pollutants into vulnerable communities in Alamance County since at least 2013, reports show.
Federal Judge Rules NC’s State Health Plan Discriminated Against Transgender People, Must Cover Treatments
U.S. District Court Judge Loretta Biggs wrote that hormone therapy and surgeries “can be medically necessary to treat gender dysphoria in some cases.”
Lt. Governor Mark Robinson Says ‘We Are Called To Be Led By Men,’ Not Women
While reflecting on adversity, Robinson said, “my God tells me that when I face adversity that, number one, I am to stand up like a man! M-A-N!”
NC Residents Join Nationwide Rally To Demand Gun Reform
Hundreds of North Carolinians joined in a nationwide rally to demand gun reforms in the “March For Our Lives” events held in Asheville, Raleigh and Charlotte earlier this month.
Your Guide to the Right-Wing Extremists Trying to Take Over NC School Boards: Part IV
In the area of the state between the Triangle and the Triad, the Alamance-Burlington School System is another district with a couple of candidates with disturbing, extreme views running for places on the school board.
Reproductive Rights Hang In The Balance Ahead Of North Carolina State Supreme Court Race
Should the United States Supreme Court officially overturn Roe v. Wade in the coming weeks, state courts are likely to be “flooded” with litigation forcing them to rule on access to abortion, according to Politico.
Triad Art Gallery To Host Community Banned Book Discussions
In order to foster community conversation about banned books, the Southeastern Center for Contemporary Art in Winston-Salem has started a program called Banned Book Summer.
NC Rep. Ted Budd Supports Raising Taxes On Working Americans And Seniors
An analysis by FactCheck.org, noted that an estimated 102 million Americans who are either retired or work but make less than $28,000 annually would be impacted by the tax plan.
Black, Brown Students See The Problem With Increased School Policing – Why Can’t NC Lawmakers Do The Same?
Since 2020, a group of students have been pushing for the removal of police officers from school campuses and advocating for more funding for school counselors.
Cawthorn 2.0: Young NC Republican Candidate Bo Hines In Trouble Again
This isn’t the first time Bo Hines, a 26-year-old trust fund kid and political newcomer, has been in the news for his poor decision-making.
NC Republicans Eye Community College Board As New Power Grab
Passed two weeks ago, Senate Bill 256 would take power from the governor to appoint seats on a community college board in Rockingham County, and give it to the House and Senate’s top elected officials.
Here are North Carolina’s ‘Seditious Seven’ who believe ‘The Big Lie’
With the Jan. 6 committee public hearings in the news, it’s a good time to remember which North Carolina politicians are believers of “The Big Lie” and tried to subvert democracy by refusing to certify the 2020 election.
There Should Be An Asterisk Next To The 2021 and 2022 NCAA Baseball Seasons
In less than a year the NCAA has not ruled in the favor of the Wolfpack which leaves the question, what does the NCAA have against N.C. State?
Democratic Lawmakers Taking Steps to Help End Period Poverty
Democratic lawmakers and students in North Carolina want to end the state tax on menstrual products and ensure that schools can provide those menstrual products to their students.
Your Guide to the Right-Wing Extremists Trying to Take Over NC School Boards: Part III
This is Part III of an ongoing series looking at right-wing extremists who won their primary races for positions on school boards across North Carolina.
Leandro Case Arguments Scheduled for August
The North Carolina Supreme Court will hear arguments in August on the long-running Leandro school funding case.
More Than 250 Credible Threats Of School Violence Were Reported In NC This Year
Between Aug. 1, 2021, and May 31, 431 planned school attacks were reported on the Say Something Anonymous Reporting System.
Coach K Calls Out Politicians After Recent Mass Shootings
Coach K discussed the recent shooting in a special town hall taping of his satellite radio show. His comments received applause from the audience in attendance.
NC Lawmakers Introduce Bill To Legalize Happy Hour
Currently, North Carolina is one of eight states that does not allow happy hour drink specials.
Medicaid Expansion — Will It Really Happen In North Carolina?
Finally, Republican leaders in Raleigh are proposing we accept the billions of dollars in federal funding they’ve been passing up for a decade.
TV Stations Take Down False Ad Attacking Democratic Senate Candidate Cheri Beasley
At least six media outlets have pulled an ad from the National Republican Senatorial Campaign committee attacking Democratic candidate Cheri Beasley.
‘Violent threats’ led to the cancellation of Drag Queen Story Hour at Apex Pride Festival – until Equality NC stepped in
Equality NC announced on June 9 that they had become the festival’s new sponsor – and that Drag Queen Story Hour would be held, despite the threats and the cancellation announcement earlier in the week.
‘The Time For Thoughts and Prayers Passed Us By Many Slaughters Ago’: Rep. David Price Rips Republicans, Calls For Action On Guns
“The time for thoughts and prayers passed us by many slaughters ago—and the time to protect the youngest amongst us is once again upon us,” said Rep. David Price.
State Republicans Divisive Campaign to Attack LGBTQ+ Students, Parents and Educators
The discriminatory bill is just one of many proposed measures that have blatantly targeted students, along with educators, in the past few months.
NC’s first Black female certified attorney honored in Goldsboro with historic marker
Ruth Whitehead Whaley, a Goldsboro native, never got to practice law in North Carolina despite being the first Black woman to be certified as an attorney in our state – and now state officials are honoring her legacy.
NC Attracts More Businesses, Creating New Jobs
A modular and manufactured home builder, as well as a fresh foods manufacturer, are the two most recent companies to choose North Carolina for expansion.
NC Senate Democrats Propose $200 Gas Tax Rebate for Drivers
According to the proposal, funds to pay for the rebate would come from a $1.3 billion transfer from the state’s anticipated over-collection of $4 billion.
Your Guide to the Right-Wing Extremists Trying to Take Over NC School Boards: Part II
This is Part II of an ongoing series looking at right-wing extremists who won their primary races for positions on school boards across North Carolina.
Rep. Dan Bishop uses abortion access hearing to waste time, talk down to women
Bishop’s questions did not shed any new light on the future of abortion access in the U.S. and informed no one, but it did get him some retweets on Twitter and got him an appearance in the MAGA media over on FOX News.
Rockingham County man pleads guilty for role in Jan. 6 attack
Source: Associated Press and Charlotte Observer A Rockingham County man pleaded guilty for his role in the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol to
Mobile Mental Health Clinic serving rural Northeastern NC
Source: WUNC According to WUNC, a mobile health clinic operated by doctors and nurses will travel to rural counties in the northeastern part of North
Extremist, election conspiracy theorist Ted Budd is wrong for North Carolina
Election Day is still months away but it’s going to take people working hard every single day from now until Nov. 8 to make sure that Rep. Ted Budd doesn’t become right-wing extremist Sen. Ted Budd.
NC Lt. Gov. Robinson ignores calls to skip NRA convention days after mass murder of children
Robinson knows which side his bread is buttered on and he also knows how he made it to the position of the lieutenant governor – the NRA and yelling about gun rights.
Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson spouts pro-gun rhetoric less than 24 hours after horrific Buffalo mass shooting
Just days after 19 children and two adults were killed at an elementary school in a mass shooting in Uvalde, Texas, North Carolina Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson was among several extremist Republicans attending the NRA annual convention as a keynote speaker.
Despite community protest, NC Republicans move ahead with their newest discriminatory bill
On the first day of Pride Month, the North Carolina Senate passed their very own version of Florida’s “Don’t Say Gay” bill.
Charlotte-Mecklenburg County Schools would benefit greatly from Leandro funding
Unfortunately, during the pandemic, North Carolina has seen the rise of a loud, but small faction of borderline extremists calling for the erasure of LGBTQ+ experiences and Black history.
Focusing on Funding, Diversity, in the Wake County School Board Race
North Carolina alone has seen several attempts to ban books in schools, specifically ones that are about Black or LGBTQ+ youth.
Kinston Native Wins NBA Social Justice Champion Award
Former North Carolina Tar Heel basketball star and current Dallas Maverick guard/forward Reggie Bullock was selected as the 2022 Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Social Justice Champion award
Trey Allen – a lawyer with no judicial experience – wins the GOP primary for state Supreme Court
Trey Allen, a lawyer with absolutely no judicial experience at all, won the Republican Primary for North Carolina Supreme Court Associate Justice on May 17.
Your Guide to the Right-Wing Extremists Trying to Take Over NC School Boards: Part I
This is Part I of an ongoing series looking at right-wing extremists who won their primary races for positions on school boards across North Carolina.
NC Lawmakers Ready to Roll on Online Sports Betting
Source: WRAL Online sports gambling could be soon legal in North Carolina as early as this fall according to some state legislators. Sports gambling is
Senate Republicans tease Medicaid Expansion for North Carolinians
Source: Axios North Carolina Republican leaders have spent years ignoring the fact that over a half million low income people in this state lack health
North Carolina’s Maternal Health Crisis in the Wake of Roe v. Wade Draft Opinion
Over the past decade, maternal mortality statistics in the United States have worsened as women and childbearing people increasingly experience life-altering health challenges, such as
Republicans vote against bill to give families easier access to baby formula
Source: Axios North Carolina Republican U.S. House delegation, including U.S. Senate candidate Ted Budd, were among the 192 Republicans who voted against giving families easier
Beasley is the Candidate Dems Need to Win Open U.S. Senate Seat
North Carolina has not elected a Democrat to a U.S. Senate seat in over a decade. The last time was in 2008 when former Sen.
Chatham County Candidates Targeted with Racist, Homophobic Threats
Source: News & Observer Perhaps taking a cue from popular Republican “leaders” such as Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson and ex-President Donald Trump, hatemongers targeted two
A Culture War on the Ground: What NC Teachers, Librarians, and Students Really Think of CRT, LGBTQ+ Erasure, and Book Bannings
Over the past few months Republicans have been waging a culture war over what can and cannot be taught in schools. Their primary vehicle for
Angry Gov. Cooper calls on Republicans to ‘come to the table,’ help stop school massacres
In the video, Cooper said that this country has seen mass shootings “too many times” and that “military assault weapons” are “easy to get.”
No Relief Until 2023 for NC Prisoners Suffering in Cells Without Air Conditioning
Source: Associated Press The first modern air conditioner was invented by Willis Haviland Carrier in 1902, yet here we are in 2022 and more than
Drawbacks to New Funding for Addiction Treatment in NC Jails
Source: NC Health News A $2 million grant program included in the state budget last year that was meant to enable North Carolina sheriffs to
Rep. Alma Adams Questions Treasury Sec. Yellen Over Wall Street’s Takeover of NC Rental Homes
Source: Charlotte Observer While questioning U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen recently, Rep. Alma Adams (D-NC 12) highlighted her concerns regarding corporations that are buying up
Justice Phil Berger Jr. Makes Potentially Illegal Contribution To PAC Attacking His Colleague
Campaign finance watchdog Bob Hall filed a complaint with the North Carolina Board of Elections against NC Supreme Court Justice Phil Berger Jr and four
Internet for All – At Least $100 million to be Invested in NC
Source: WRAL WRAL reported on May 13 that Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo announced the federal government is introducing their new initiative called “Internet for
The Curious Case of the ‘Liberal’ Conservative – A Disturbing Trend of Extremism in the Republican Party
It’s hard not to notice how divisive politics have gotten in the last decade. This year, North Carolina’s primary election was nothing if not divisive.
Implementing Leandro Would Allow $16 Million More in Funding to Reach Vance County Schools
There’s no denying that schools in North Carolina are woefully underfunded; in the past few months, the news in North Carolina has been dominated by
Union County Schools Would Greatly Benefit From the Leandro Plan
Too many children throughout the state, including Union County, lack access to qualified educators, adequate facilities, extracurricular programs, career training, and more. The North Carolina
Rising Sea Level and Climate Change Contributed to OBX House Collapse
Source: WRAL A strong coastal low pressure system whipped up waves as high as 15 feet along the Outer Banks and the North Carolina coast
Leandro Investments Would Address Long-standing Needs for Pitt County Schools
Pitt County is widely synonymous with East Carolina University and Vidant Medical Center – both landmarks within the rural eastern county. Despite the pride and
A New Political Battleground: NC School Board Races Getting National Attention
Source: CNN North Carolina is garnering national attention not just for the race to replace retiring Republican U.S. Sen. Richard Burr, but also for its
Popular Right-Wing Extremists’ Anti-CRT Rhetoric Now Being Cited By Mass Shooters
These days, three of the most commonly uttered letters on right-wing radio and TV are not U, S and A, but instead, are C, R
Gov. Roy Cooper Puts North Carolinians First in Proposed Budget
Source: Associated Press Funding North Carolina public schools, addressing affordable housing, increasing salaries for educators and state employees, are just a few of the many
Cardiac ‘Canes Win in Dramatic Style to Kickoff Series with Rangers; Game 2 Friday Night
The Carolina Hurricanes, fresh off their game seven victory over Boston in the first round, now face the New York Rangers in the second round
North Carolina Man Pleads Guilty To Conspiracy In Connection To Jan. 6 Attack
A North Carolina man pleaded guilty to seditious conspiracy in connection with the Jan. 6th attack on Congress. William Todd Wilson of Newton Grove is
North Carolina Democrats Will ‘Fight Like Hell’ To Protect Abortion Rights
This month, Rep. Deborah Ross, North Carolina Democratic Party Chairwoman Bobbie Richardson, and North Carolina faith leaders gathered to speak out on the leaked draft
NC’s First Mental Health Urgent Care Facility Opens in Greensboro
Source: WBTW13 Across North Carolina people have been talking about the alarming rise in numbers of teens struggling with their mental health. To address this
Cheri Beasley, Democratic Nominee for US Senate, Would Work to Protect Reproductive Rights
Source: WRAL Cheri Beasley is the Democratic nominee in the race for North Carolina’s open Senate seat. She will face Republican nominee Ted Budd in
Durham Names New School After Two Civil Rights Icons
Source: News & Observer Murray-Massenburg Elementary School will be the name of the new school in southern Durham. The new school that is scheduled to
It’s Time for NC Schools To Be Rid of American Indian Mascots Completely
Source: News & Observer On Wednesday, May 3rd The North Carolina State Advisory Council on Indian Education (SACIE) released a report detailing the number of
Fayetteville State University To Train Nurses To Care For Sexual Assault Survivors
Source: Carolina Public Press Last year, the state legislature allocated $125,000 to Cumberland County for a pilot training program to train nurses to care for
Local Doulas Continue To Push For Birth Equity
Source: NC Health News Black Maternal Health Week brought much-needed attention to the issue of Black maternity health last month, and organizations across the country
North Carolina Supreme Court Takes Over Felony Offender Voting Rights Case
Source: Associated Press Voting rights for people convicted of felonies have been debated heavily in North Carolina in the past few months. What started as
“We Can’t Sit On Our Hands,” Advocates Work To Mobilize Voters Against Draft Roe v. Wade Opinion
Source: Spectrum News While the leaked draft from the Supreme Court to dismantle the fundamental right to abortion was a shock to millions of Americans,
$1.7 Billion Dollar Bond Will Address Crumbling School Buildings And Student Safety In Guilford County
Source: Editorial Board This month, voters in Guilford County will have a chance to vote for a school bond. The $1.7 billion dollar bond would
Siblings Speak Out On What They Want To Learn in School
At a time when our students are struggling to recover from two years of a pandemic, incidents of school violence are rising, and a loud
Amid GOP’s Education Culture War, Most Parents Are Against Book Bans And Censorship
Source: News & Observer A Wake County school board recently voted 3-0 to allow a young adult novel to remain in Cary High’s library. The
Attorney General Josh Stein Sues Hurricane Florence Contractor For Defrauding North Carolinians
Source: North Carolina Department of Justice Attorney General Josh Stein filed a lawsuit against a contractor for defrauding North Carolinians who were attempting to repair
NC Attorney General Josh Stein: Distribution of $750M in Opioid Settlement Money To Begin Soon
North Carolina Attorney General Josh Stein announced over the weekend that the state’s $750 million portion of a $26 billion national opioid settlement agreed to
Surry County Elections Director’s Job And Pay Threatened By County Republican Party Chairman Alleging Voter Fraud
Source: WRAL A Republican Party leader in Surry County, NC recently threatened to have a county elections director fired or to have her pay cut
Add State Employees Association Of NC To Cheri Beasley’s Impressive List Of Endorsements In US Senate Run
Former North Carolina Supreme Court Chief Justice Cheri Beasley, who is running for the U.S. Senate as a Democrat, has added another big endorsement to
Extreme Views, Conspiracy Theories, and Racism Highlight a Packed School Board Race in Johnston County
Source: Editorial Board Extremism is rearing its ugly head in Johnston County and nowhere is it more evident than the contentious school board race. At
Proud Boy Running For Johnston County School Board
Source: WRAL A member of a far-right extremist group has thrown his name into the field of candidates vying for a seat on the Johnston
Restrictive Law On Felony Offender Voting Rights Holds Through Primaries
In North Carolina, the current state law only allows people with felony convictions to vote once they have finished all aspects of their sentence; not
Wall Street Companies Snapping Up Houses Across North Carolina Are Killing The American Dream Of Owning A Home
Source: News & Observer According to a recent investigative piece compiled by the Charlotte Observer and The News & Observer, giant Wall Street investment companies
Future of Education, Abortion in NC on the Ballot In May’s Primary Election
Early voting for the May primaries is underway in North Carolina and, although primaries often have a low turnout, this month’s election has become more
Judge Reduces Much Needed Education Spending In Leandro Case
Source: Editorial Board In a decades-long effort to get North Carolina officials to fulfill the state Constitution’s requirement that every child must have access to
Governor Cooper Fights To Defend Reproductive Rights In North Carolina
A draft opinion from the US Supreme Court would overturn Roe v. Wade and jeopardize the right to safe, legal abortion across the nation. According
Organization Offers Grants For Schools To Expand Anti-Racist Education
We Are is an organizaing working to expand anti-racist education in North Carolina. We Are offers grants to schools who wish to provide an anti-racist
Lieutenant Governor Endorsement Of Ted Budd Takes Center Stage Of Newest NC Senate Ad
In a recent political ad from the Club for Growth Action super PAC, North Carolina Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson endorses Ted Budd in the US
Cumberland County Seeks State Grant To Fight GenX Contamination In Drinking Water
The Carolina Public Press reported that Cumberland County is seeking a drinking water reserve and wastewater reserve grant to build a new water system to
Liars, Cheaters, And Bigots: Is This The New Face Of The NC GOP?
Divisive, hateful rhetoric and fear mongering, were normalized and encouraged throughout Trump’s era. Compounded with spreading false claims, dodging accountability and pushing forth regressive policies,
North Carolina Welcomes First Red Wolf Pups Born In The Wild Since 2018
A litter of six red wolf pups were born in the wild for the first time since 2018. The pups were born in the Alligator
Gaston County Resident Arrested In Connection To January 6th Attack On The Capitol
The FBI raided the home of a Gaston County man believed to have ties with right-wing group Proud Boys. Jeremey Bertino’s home in Belmont was
Nationwide Right Wing Extremists Work to Ban Books from Public Schools
Source: NC Policy Watch Our children deserve an honest and accurate education that enables them to learn from the mistakes of our past to help
Attorney General Josh Stein’s Initiative Will Provide More Resources For Sexual Assault And Domestic Violence Survivors
At a recent news conference, NC Attorney General Josh Stein, US Rep. Deborah Ross, state Rep. Gale Adcock, and advocates spoke about their efforts to
Enjoying NC’s State Parks? Grab Some Local Grub After Your Adventure
As the weather warms and kids are preparing for summer break it’s a great time to start planning a visit to one or more of
North Carolina’s Supreme Court Race Could Decide The Fate Of Critical Issues
State courts have a profound impact on the everyday lives of Americans. According to Business Insider, “an estimated 96% of all legal cases in the
North Carolina Republicans Created A Playbook For Attacks On State Courts
According to Business Insider, “North Carolina’s Legislature has been perhaps the prime breeding ground for partisan meddling and attacks on state courts.” Scorned by Democrat’s
Black Maternal Health Week Highlights Racial Disparities In Health Care
Black Maternal Health Week takes place every year from April 11 –17, and centers discussions about the increased health risks pregnant Black women face seeking
Republican Education Leaders Push Forth Controversial Teacher Pay Model
An overhaul of the state’s teacher compensation is alarming educators as their ability to receive a liveable salary is tied to student test scores, evaluations
Macon County Board of Elections removes Mark Meadows from voter rolls
Former chief of staff to President Trump Mark Meadows has been removed from North Carolina’s list of registered voters. According to the Associated Press, the
Republican Education Leaders Push Forth Controversial Teacher Pay Model
An overhaul of the state’s teacher compensation is alarming educators as their ability to receive a liveable salary is tied to student test scores, evaluations
You Don’t Have to Drive to The Mountains For a Great North Carolina Hike
When you think of hiking in North Carolina most folks think about a trip to the High Country but for folks in the Triangle who
Cheri Beasley Releases First TV Ad In US Senate Race
It’s starting to look alot like November around North Carolina. With state primaries just a few weeks away, campaign signs and tv ads are popping
Leandro School Funding Case Delayed
Superior Court Judge Michael Robinson has asked for an additional week to decide whether or not to order the state to transfer nearly $800 million
New NC Health Pilot Program Aims To Improve The Health Of Medicaid Recipients
Source: WRAL A new project to improve North Carolina’s overall health by providing funding for healthy food, transportation access, housing and counseling officially started last
Attorney General Josh Stein Leads Initiative To Additional Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners
Source: Carolina Public Press Attorney General Josh Stein has announced a new program to certify nurses to aid sexual assault survivors, according to the The
Largest Quarterly Fundraising To Date For Cheri Beasley In US Senate Race
Cheri Beasley announced that her campaign has brought in its largest quarterly fundraising haul to date. Of all the candidates running to succeed the retiring
Rep. Madison Cawthorn Faces Voter Challenge
Source: WUNC A group of voters from North Carolina’s 11th District claim that Republican Representative Madison Cawthorn should be disqualified from running for reelection because
Truitt’s Parent Advisory Commission Draws Concerns Over Inclusion And Diversity
Source: NC Policy Watch An update surrounding applications submitted by parents hoping to serve on a new state K-12 Parent Advisory Commission is drawing concerns
More Out Of State Students Cleared To Attend Three North Carolina HBCUs
Source: NC Policy Watch The UNC Board of Governors approved three HBCUs to increase their out of state student cap. North Carolina A&T State University
Moral Mondays Returns with Renewed Calls for Social Reform
Last month signaled the return of Moral Mondays, as faith leaders, advocates and community members came together in Raleigh to demand for policies that center
New mothers in NC can now receive expanded Medicaid coverage
Eligible new mothers in North Carolina on Medicaid can now receive 12 months of postpartum care, a large increase from the previous limit of 60
Changes To Vote By Mail In North Carolina: What You Need To Know Ahead Of The May Primary
More than 7,000 North Carolinians have already requested absentee ballots for the upcoming primary election in May. North Carolina allows anyone to vote by mail;
Landmark Decision in Felon Voting Case
An 1877 law created to stop newly free Black residents from voting was found unconstitutional by a state court last week. The News & Observer
Nearly Every North Carolina Republican Voted Against Capping Insulin Prices
By: Editorial Board North Carolina Republicans seem to be uninterested in providing relief for folks who are struggling to afford the life sustaining medications they
Vietnamese Electric Car Manufacturer Picks North Carolina
North Carolina has attracted the likes of many global corporations over the years. The Vietnamese electric car manufacturer known as Vinfast chose North Carolina as
Changes could be coming to the way teachers are licensed and paid in North Carolina
Changes could be coming to the way teachers are licensed and paid in North Carolina. The current system for paying teachers in North Carolina is
Wake County Public Library system updates book challenge policies
The Wake County Public Library approved a new review policy for materials to be relocated or permanently removed from their collections amid local book challenges.
When It Comes to School Funding, NC Republicans Are Breaking The Law
Source: WRAL The North Carolina Supreme Court ruled in 1994 that the state was failing in its constitutional obligation to adequately educate all of the
North Carolina project addressing HIV in Black and Latina communities receives $250,000 grant
Source: WFAE The North Carolina Aids Action Network just announced an upcoming initiative focusing on increasing education and training providers about HIV in Black and
Union County Residents Call For Increased Education Funding At NC House Panel On Education
A North Carolina House committee studying the future of public education is continuing its tour around the state with a stop in Union County. The
Chatham County School Superintendent Apologizes For Mock Slave Auction
Source: Associated Press Chatham County Schools Superintendent Anthony Jackson issued an apology to everyone impacted by a mock slave auction held at J.S. Water Middle
Republican Leadership Seeks To Intervene In Voter ID Case
Source: News & Observer Oral arguments on North Carolina’s voter ID lawsuit recently began at the US Supreme Court. Arguments on the merit of the
Under Chief Justice Newby, NC Courts Are Tainted By Partisan Politics
Source: News & Observer Editorial “North Carolina’s courts are supposed to be above politics, but they are getting tainted by the same partisanship that is
Everyone Needs Abortion Access, Even Lt. Governor Mark Robinson
Source: Greensboro News & Record Editorial North Carolina’s Lieutenant Governor, Mark Robinson, recently made headlines when a resurfaced Facebook comment revealed that he paid for
The Future of Rooftop Solar Uncertain as Duke Seeks To Lower It’s Net Metering Payments to Consumers
Source: WRAL Home owners purchasing rooftop solar systems currently receive a payback from Duke Energy for the electricity their solar panels over produce during daylight
40% Increase In Drug Overdoses In N.C. In 2020, Officials Say
Source: WECT As we move into the third year of the pandemic, the United States has seen devastating, lasting effects. Millions of people have died
Legal Victory for Same-Sex Couples
North Carolina Supreme Court ruled in favor of allowing victims of domestic violence in same-sex relationships to obtain restraining orders. This victory for the LGBTQ
NC Legislative Sessions Have Become Longer, Preventing Younger And More Diverse Candidates From Running
Over the past decade, North Carolina’s part-time legislature’s sessions have become longer and longer, with this year’s 199 day session claiming the record for longest.
Gov. Cooper Proclaims Nc As ‘the Center Of The College Basketball Universe’ Ahead Of Saturday’s Final Four Matchup
By: Editorial Board Unless you have been under a rock this week, you’ve probably heard there’s a pretty big game going on this weekend with
Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians receives first electric school bus in North Carolina
The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians are leading the way into a cleaner transportation future, as Cherokee is home to the first electric-vehicle school bus
Ahead of Affordable Care Act Anniversary, Former GOP Governor Makes The Case For Medicaid in NC
Weeks before the 12-year anniversary of the Affordable Care Act, Former Ohio Governor John Kasich and other speakers shared policy details on states’ expanding Medicaid
Unaffiliated Voters Become Largest Voting Bloc In North Carolina
Unaffiliated voters have recently become the majority in North Carolina, surpassing registered Democrats and Republicans. Of the more than 7.2 million registered voters, almost 2.5
Lt. Governor Mark Robinson Had Hundreds Of Secret Meetings Last Year
Reporting from the NC Watchdog Reporting Network revealed the 2021 calendars of several North Carolina public officials, including Lieutenant Governor Mark Robinson. The documents were
Community Demands Change After Racist Incident in Local School
A Chatham County School found itself in the national spotlight. However, this is not the kind of attention that anyone could have imagined in 2022.
North Carolina High School In Desperate Need of Repairs
“When you pass by this road, and you see this magnificent campus, you think everything is great, but until you go inside, then you will
Charcuterie Business Is Booming In North Carolina
Charcuterie Business Is Booming In North Carolina Source: Our State Magazine “I’ll turn music on and just see where the board takes me,” said Jessica
Integrity of NC court questioned as Republicans meddle in Leandro education case
North Carolina’s Leandro court case has been ongoing for 28 years. The landmark education funding case has made its way back to the state Supreme
Maya Angelou: Award-winning poet and author, civil rights activist
A revered North Carolina poet laureate, world-famous author and civil rights champion who made an impact on American culture and society for more than 50
Reverend Dr. Pauli Murray: Civil Rights Activist, Poet and Lawyer
Durham-based civil rights activist Rev. Dr. Pauli Murray, was the first Black person to earn a doctorate in law from Yale Law School, a founder
NC restaurants and chefs are in the running for the “Oscars of Food” James Beard Awards
The James Beard 2022 semi-finalists have been announced. North Carolina usually has a healthy representation among the semi-finalists, and this year is no different. Establishments
Conservation group buys unlogged North Carolina forest land
By: The Associated Press This story originally published at The Associated Press. ASHEVILLE, N.C. (AP) — A nonprofit land conservation group has purchased more than
Durham named top college basketball city for fans, Chapel Hill ranked eighth
By: The Editorial Board March Madness is right around the corner, and plenty of fans across North Carolina are getting ready. The excitement around basketball
North Carolina Cities Ranked Among The South’s Best Cities
By: The Editorial Board Southern Living rolled out its yearly ranking for the best Southern Cities, Small Towns, Family Getaways, Resorts, State Parks, Scenic Drives,
North Carolina Hurricanes Linked to Increases in Gastrointestinal Illnesses in Marginalized Communities
A new study finds communities of color face the greatest increase in emergency room visits for flood-borne illnesses, showing the growing health risks and disproportionate
NC Service Members Sickened By Burn Pits, Contaminated Water May Finally Get Help
By: Michael McElroy This story originally published at Cardinal & Pine. The US House passed a bipartisan bill improving healthcare for veterans exposed to toxins.
House Select Committee on Public Education
A newly formed committee, created by House Speaker Tim Moore, is tasked with looking at ways to “reinvent K-12” schools in order to better meet
Before the fire, Weaver Fertilizer plant was storing more than 4.5 million pounds of chemicals onsite
This story originally published at N.C. Policy Watch. Before a massive blaze erupted at the Weaver Fertilizer plant in late January, it was storing more
Good News on the Job Front as Nation Nears Pre-Pandemic Employment Levels
By: Sarah Ovaska This story originally published at Cardinal & Pine. The United States, and North Carolina, are continuing to see steady improvements in the
NC Superintendent Truitt Forms Parent Advisory Board.
Last month, state Superintendent Catherine Truitt announced a 48-member parent advisory commission. The goal of the committee is to give parents the opportunity to share
Medicaid expansion would improve NC rural residents’ health and local economies, experts say
This story originally published at N.C. Policy Watch. Patrick Woodie, president of the NC Rural Center, offered a robust endorsement of Medicaid expansion at a
North Carolina’s Two Senators Blocked Bill Safeguarding Women’s Reproductive Rights
The month of March marks the annually celebrated Women’s History Month — an observance of the incredible accomplishments of women who have fostered change, encouraged
Amid Black History Month, GOP Attacks on Education Continue
February was a stark reminder that while we have made some improvements from the past, we most certainly have a lot more work to do.
Amid Black History Month, GOP Attacks on Education Continue
February was a stark reminder that while we have made some improvements from the past, we most certainly have a lot more work to do.
Medicaid Expansion Could Be Back On The Table As NC Lawmakers Hears Arguments
More than a decade after Medicaid Expansion was initially offered, a new state legislative committee is studying the possibility of increasing healthcare access for hundreds
This time it’s time for North Carolina to expand Medicaid
This story originally published at The News & Observer. North Carolina is seeing a dramatic example of political climate change: Its long-frozen opposition to Medicaid
Lt. Governor Mark Robinson at CPAC Spouts Homophobia and Disinformation.
On February 24th, Lieutenant Governor Mark Robinson delivered a speech at CPAC in which he addressed education, election integrity, law enforcement, and much more. Naturally,
Medicaid Expansion Could Be Back On The Table As NC Lawmakers Hears Arguments
More than a decade after Medicaid Expansion was initially offered, a new state legislative committee is studying the possibility of increasing healthcare access for hundreds
Lt. Governor Mark Robinson at CPAC Spouts Homophobia and Disinformation.
On February 24th, Lieutenant Governor Mark Robinson delivered a speech at CPAC in which he addressed education, election integrity, law enforcement, and much more. Naturally,
‘We’re Drowning Out Here.’ NC Nurses Face Severe COVID Burnout
This story originally published at Cardinal & Pine. Two years into the pandemic, one in 10 nurses in North Carolina are ready to quit from
Before the Greensboro Four, there was Durham’s Royal Seven.
North Carolina’s place in the civil rights movement is largely connected with the 1960s Greensboro Four sit-in. But three years prior, a group called “The
A retired NC English teacher on the auspicious up-side of book bans
By: Betty Webb This Letter to the Editor originally published at The News & Observer. As a retired English teacher I know that censorship fosters
‘We’re Drowning Out Here.’ NC Nurses Face Severe COVID Burnout
This story originally published at Cardinal & Pine. Two years into the pandemic, one in 10 nurses in North Carolina are ready to quit from
Before the Greensboro Four, there was Durham’s Royal Seven.
North Carolina’s place in the civil rights movement is largely connected with the 1960s Greensboro Four sit-in. But three years prior, a group called “The
North Carolina Black History Highlight: The History of Durham’s Black Wallstreet
Black Wall Street was the hub of African-American businesses and financial services in Durham, North Carolina, during the late 1800s and early 1900s. Dr. Aaron
North Carolina Black History Highlight: The History of Durham’s Black Wallstreet
Black Wall Street was the hub of African-American businesses and financial services in Durham, North Carolina, during the late 1800s and early 1900s. Dr. Aaron
Child Poverty Soars After GOP Blocked Child Tax Credit
By: The Editorial Board The poverty rate for children across the U.S. has surged since the expanded Child Tax Credit ended in December, according to
Child Poverty Soars After GOP Blocked Child Tax Credit
By: The Editorial Board The poverty rate for children across the U.S. has surged since the expanded Child Tax Credit ended in December, according to
John Merrick: Prominent Business Leader from Durham
In an effort to celebrate Black History Month, NC Voices is highlighting prominent Black leaders from North Carolina, who have shaped our state through their
John Merrick: Prominent Business Leader from Durham
In an effort to celebrate Black History Month, NC Voices is highlighting prominent Black leaders from North Carolina, who have shaped our state through their
Book banning battles hit North Carolina schools
Across the nation, Republicans are campaigning for the censorship of hundreds of books that highlight race, gender, and sexual orientation. Thirty-five states have introduced bills
Book banning battles hit North Carolina schools
Across the nation, Republicans are campaigning for the censorship of hundreds of books that highlight race, gender, and sexual orientation. Thirty-five states have introduced bills
Ella Baker: The Mother of the Civil Rights Movement
In an effort to celebrate Black History Month, NC Voices is highlighting prominent Black leaders from North Carolina, who have shaped our state through their
Ella Baker: The Mother of the Civil Rights Movement
In an effort to celebrate Black History Month, NC Voices is highlighting prominent Black leaders from North Carolina, who have shaped our state through their
Book Ban Battles Hit North Carolina Schools
By: The Editorial Board A western North Carolina superintendent made news this month for the removal of Dear Martin from a 10th grade English class.
Book Ban Battles Hit North Carolina Schools
By: The Editorial Board A western North Carolina superintendent made news this month for the removal of Dear Martin from a 10th grade English class.
Raleigh’s First Black Mayor: Clarence Everett Lightner
In an effort to celebrate Black History Month, NC Voices is highlighting prominent Black leaders from North Carolina, who have shaped our state through their
Raleigh’s First Black Mayor: Clarence Everett Lightner
In an effort to celebrate Black History Month, NC Voices is highlighting prominent Black leaders from North Carolina, who have shaped our state through their
A retired NC English teacher on the auspicious up-side of book bans
By: Betty Webb This Letter to the Editor originally published at The News & Observer. As a retired English teacher I know that censorship fosters
This time it’s time for North Carolina to expand Medicaid
This story originally published at The News & Observer. North Carolina is seeing a dramatic example of political climate change: Its long-frozen opposition to Medicaid
How the Greensboro Four Sit-In Sparked a Movement
In an effort to celebrate Black History Month, NC Voices is highlighting prominent Black leaders from North Carolina, who have shaped our state through their
How the Greensboro Four Sit-In Sparked a Movement
In an effort to celebrate Black History Month, NC Voices is highlighting prominent Black leaders from North Carolina, who have shaped our state through their
Nationwide Teacher Shortage Crisis Exacerbated By Censorship In Classrooms
By: The Editorial Board Nationwide efforts by Republicans to censor history and issues of race, gender or sexual orientation in classrooms are pushing teachers to
Nationwide Teacher Shortage Crisis Exacerbated By Censorship In Classrooms
By: The Editorial Board Nationwide efforts by Republicans to censor history and issues of race, gender or sexual orientation in classrooms are pushing teachers to
Biden’s First Year
By: The Editorial Board This Thursday, January 20, marks the first year since the Biden-Harris administration took office. After inheriting a nation recovering from a
Biden’s First Year
By: The Editorial Board This Thursday, January 20, marks the first year since the Biden-Harris administration took office. After inheriting a nation recovering from a
Cooper embraces ‘environmental justice’ with climate change order
By: The Editorial Board A new executive order from Governor Roy Cooper sets out goals for fighting climate change across the state, through identifying clean
Cooper embraces ‘environmental justice’ with climate change order
By: The Editorial Board A new executive order from Governor Roy Cooper sets out goals for fighting climate change across the state, through identifying clean
Democrats, Here’s How to Lose in 2022. And Deserve It.
The swearing in of Joe Biden as the 46th President of the United States signified that not only the will of the people was heard,
Bipartisan Infrastructure bill brings historic investments to clean water, including PFAS mitigation
The Biden Administration’s recent infrastructure law could help communities across the state address drinking water contamination, including from contaminants like GenX and PFAS. The Bipartisan
Bipartisan Infrastructure bill brings historic investments to clean water, including PFAS mitigation
The Biden Administration’s recent infrastructure law could help communities across the state address drinking water contamination, including from contaminants like GenX and PFAS. The Bipartisan
Build Back Better is a generational investment in North Carolina families
Less than one week after President Biden signed the Bipartisan Infrastructure Deal into law, the U.S. House passed President Biden’s Build Back Better Act, moving the bill
Build Back Better is a generational investment in North Carolina families
Less than one week after President Biden signed the Bipartisan Infrastructure Deal into law, the U.S. House passed President Biden’s Build Back Better Act, moving the bill