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NC Lawmakers Prioritize Immigration Fears, School Vouchers Over Infrastructure
NC communities grapple with underfunded schools and lead-contaminated water as the state's Republican leadership focuses on immigration laws and private school vouchers.
Western NC Seeks Increased Support as General Assembly Reconvenes
Post-Hurricane Helene, western North Carolina is in dire need of financial support for the recovery of the region.…
Concerns over Trump’s Choice of RFK Jr. for US Public Health Lead
Trump's Health Secretary nominee, RFK Jr., aims to remove fluoride from water, increase raw milk access and…
Post-Trump Election, Hate and Harassment Against Women Increases
After Trump's re-election, the phrase "your body, my choice" increased in use by 4,600% on social media, highlighting a surge in online harassment of women.
Voters Reject Private School Vouchers When Given Choice
Election-day voters in Colorado, Kentucky, and Nebraska rejected private school choice ballot measures, showing an…
Why are NC’s 2024 provisional ballots still uncounted?
Voter ID requirements and the aftermath of Tropical Storm Helene could influence the outcome of close races in…
Trump’s Administration Nominees to Date
In his second term, Trump has appointed Susie Wiles as chief of staff, and plans to nominate Marco Rubio for secretary of state and Kristi Noem for Homeland Security secretary.
Harris Urges Acceptance of Election Results, Persistence in Fight
Kamala Harris conceded the election at Howard University, urging supporters to continue their fight for their…
Democrats Triumph in North Carolina amid Trump’s Victory
North Carolinians favored Trump in the election, but rejected extreme right state candidates, electing Democrats…
NC’s General Assembly Republican Supermajority Ends
With Democrat Josh Stein winning the governor's race, the end of the Republican supermajority in North Carolina means that they must now negotiate with Democrats.