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‘Political terrorism’ bill passes NC House with bipartisan support RALEIGH — In the wake of the assassination of Turning Point USA’s Charlie Kirk, the North Carolina House last week passed the Political Terrorism Prevention Act. The bill, contained in Senate Bill…

The North Carolina House passed the Political Terrorism Prevention Act. #ncpol
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Senate introduces ‘Back the Blue Pay Act’ RALEIGH — The North Carolina Senate passed a measure to increase pay and enhance benefits for law enforcement officers in the state. “Every morning, the hardworking men and women in law enforcement…

The state Senate has passed the Back the Blue Pay Act to increase salaries for law enforcement officers. #ncpol
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The Word: Influence One who knew Emerson well said, “There is one quality I noticed in him, as more striking than in anyone else — the effect he had upon all who came into his presence. It seemed as if when a man looked…

The Word: Influence
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Chantal relief bill sent to governor RALEIGH — As a full state budget has still not yet been agreed upon by the North Carolina House and Senate, a smaller spending bill with specific carve-outs for disaster relief for Tropical Storm…

Gov. Josh Stein signed the General Assembly’s Chantal relief bill. #ncpol
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Hall announces Select Committee on Involuntary Commitment and Public Safety RALEIGH — North Carolina Speaker of the House Destin Hall (R-Granite Falls) announced Thursday the formation of a new House Select Committee on Involuntary Commitment and Public Safety. “I am proud…

North Carolina Speaker Destin Hall announced the formation of the new House Select Committee on Involuntary Commitment and Public Safety. #ncpol
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New House Select Committee on Blockchain and Digital Assets announced RALEIGH — A new North Carolina House Select Committee on Blockchain and Digital Assets was announced by House Speaker Destin Hall (R-Granite Falls) on Wednesday. The committee will study "emerging…

The N.C. House announced a new committee to explore the usefullness of digital assets. #ncpol
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Gov. Josh Stein has signed Iryna's Law. #ncpol
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Legislative hurricane subcommittee updated on Helene efforts RALEIGH — The legislative subcommittee on Hurricane Recovery and Response held a hearing last week that included testimony on Hurricane Helene efforts from Gov. Josh Stein’s western North Carolina…

Legislators were updated on Hurricane Helene recovery efforts during a hearing. #ncpol
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House, Senate pass separate Medicaid rebase funding bills RALEIGH — Each chamber of the North Carolina General Assembly passed its own bill to address the issue over Medicaid rebase funding last. However, neither chamber took up the other body’s measure…

The two chambers of the General Assembly remain at odds over Medicaid. #ncpol
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The U.S. House Judiciary Subcommittee on Oversight held a field hearing Monday in Charlotte on victims of violent crime.
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UNC board discusses tuition increase, AI RALEIGH — The UNC System Board of Governors’ September meeting included discussion of a possible increase in tuition, artificial intelligence and a remembrance of Charlie Kirk. The UNC System has not…

The UNC System Board of Governors discussed a possible tuition hike and AI in higher education at its latest meeting. #ncedu
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Iryna’s Law heads to Stein RALEIGH — “Iryna’s Law,” a bill changing criminal justice statutes, was sent to Gov. Josh Stein last Wednesday, but he did not take immediate action. The bill is named after  Iryna Zarutska, the…

Iryna's Law awaits Gov. Josh Stein’s signature. #ncpol
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UNC Chapel Hill’s SCiLL obtains grant for ‘Summer Civics Institutes’ | The North State Journal RALEIGH — The School of Civic Life and Leadership, a relatively new school of civics at UNC Chapel Hill, obtained a grant from the U.S. Department of Education that will be used to launch “Summer Civi...

UNC Chapel Hill’s School of Civic Life and Leadership obtained a grant from the U.S. Department of Education to launch “Summer Civics Institutes for Educators and High School Students” beginning next summer.
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Speedy Ehlers latest piece for Hurricanes RALEIGH — The first thing you notice when watching Nikolaj Ehlers on the ice is his speed. “He’s an exceptional, exceptional skater,” Hurricanes captain Jordan Staal said of the 29-year-old winger…

The Hurricanes hope offseason signing Nikolaj Ehlers can take another step forward in his career — and get Carolina one pace closer to the Stanley Cup.
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Putin: Russia will extend nuclear arms limits for 1 more year MOSCOW — Russian President Vladimir Putin said last week Moscow will adhere to nuclear arms limits for one more year under the last remaining nuclear pact with the United States that expires in…

Russian President Vladimir Putin said Moscow will adhere to nuclear arms limits for one more year under the last remaining nuclear pact with the United States.
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Pentagon steps up media restrictions The Pentagon says it will require credentialed journalists at the military headquarters to sign a pledge to refrain from reporting information that has not been authorized for release — including…

The Pentagon says it will require credentialed journalists at the military headquarters to sign a pledge to refrain from reporting information that has not been authorized for release — including unclassified information.
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Legislative committee working to spread America 250 messages RALEIGH — The legislative committee overseeing America 250 celebrations in North Carolina met Sept. 18 to discuss activities planned in the coming months. Committee Co-Chair Ted Alexander…

The legislative committee overseeing America 250 celebrations in North Carolina met to discuss activities planned for the coming months.
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The Word: The print of the nails “Unless I see the print of the nails in His hands, and put my finger where the nails were, and put my hand into His side  —  I will not believe it.” John 20:25 Thomas had missed seeing Jesus in the…

The Word: The print of the nails
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Wake superintendent discusses use of AI in K-12 RALEIGH — The the use of artificial intelligence in K-12 schools is evolving as rapidly as the technology itself. Just last month, the use of AI in K-12 has gone national through initiatives launched…

Wake County Public Schools Superintendent Robert Taylor says the district is taking a measured approach to using AI.
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Nigel Max Edge has been charged with first-degree murder following a waterfront shooting in Southport that killed three and injured eight.
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Special audit itemizes $305K settlement to Charlotte police chief RALEIGH — A special audit report released by the North Carolina Office of the State Auditor described a $305,000 settlement agreement made between the City of Charlotte and Charlotte-Mecklenburg…

A special audit described a $305,000 settlement agreement made between the City of Charlotte and Charlotte-Mecklenburg Chief of Police Johnny Jennings.
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HAVA consent order faces challenges RALEIGH — The Democratic National Committee and the NC Alliance for Retired Americans filed motions last week asking the federal judge to reconsider his final approval of a consent order in a lawsuit…

The DNC and the NC Alliance for Retired Americans filed motions against the final approval of a consent order in a lawsuit brought by the Trump administration against the North Carolina State Board of Elections.
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UNC System sees record enrollment gains RALEIGH — The UNC System saw record student enrollment gains this year, according to a Sept. 17 press release. Total preliminary student enrollment was reported at 256,438 for 2025, a 3.4% increase…

Fifteen of the UNC System’s 16 schools saw enrollment increases this year.
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Stein asks feds for $13.5B more in Helene relief RALEIGH — North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein submitted a new request to the federal government for $13.5 billion in additional relief for counties in the state hit last year by Hurricane Helene. Stein’s…

Gov. Josh Stein submitted a new request for $13.5 billion in additional federal relief for counties affected by Hurricane Helene.
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State Rep. Jarrod Lowery is leaving the General Assembly for “a role in Washington, D.C.” #ncpol
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Whatley drops first digital ad in NC’s 2026 Senate race | The North State Journal RALEIGH — The likely Republican nominee for North Carolina’s 2026 U.S. Senate race has dropped his first digital ad against his opponent, former Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper. Michael Whatley formally a...

Michael Whatley’s first digital ad attacks U.S. Senate campaign opponent Roy Cooper on his hurricane relief record. #ncpol
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Nearly at the midway point of regulation, we'll see what both teams do in net. For now, Primeau and Johansson still in with 12:56 left in the second.

Denver school shooting suspect reportedly posted online about mass shootings DENVER — A teenager suspected in a shooting attack at a suburban Denver high school that left two students in critical condition appeared fascinated with previous mass shootings — including Columbine…

Accused Denver high school shooter Desmond Holly was reportedly fascinated with previous mass shootings.
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The Word: The inner and the outer life We are not merely bodies. There is a life within our body which continues when the body ceases to exist. The inner man does not wear out as the body wastes away. It does not grow old or become feeble…

The Word: The inner and the outer life
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Hanig joins 1st District congressional race RALEIGH — North Carolina state Sen. Bobby Hanig (R-Currituck) announced his candidacy for the state’s 1st Congressional District on Sept. 3, touting conservative leadership and the “America First…

State Sen. Bobby Hanig (R-Currituck) announced plans to try to unseat Rep. Don Davis for the state’s 1st Congressional District seat. #ncpol
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