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Cooper casts ballot on the first day of North Carolina’s early voting • NC Newsline Former Governor Roy Cooper smiled broadly and exchanged pleasantries with poll workers at Chavis Community Center as he cast his ballot on the first day of early in person voting in the U.S. Senate ra...

Former Democratic Governor and U.S. Senate candidate Roy Cooper encouraged voters to take advantage of early voting and to make their voices heard on issues of affordability. ncnewsline.com/2026/02/12/c... @ncnewsline.com

Advocates launch new campaign urging NC lawmakers to address rising cost of living • NC Newsline North Carolinians who suffered through an unseasonably cold and snowy January are just now beginning to see the true cost of trying to stay warm. Ty McFarland with the North Carolina League of Conserv...

"Behind every data point is a person making an impossible choice – whether to fill a prescription or pay the power bill or put gas in the car to get to work." ncnewsline.com/2026/02/10/a... via @ncnewsline.com

North Carolina college students lose court battle to open early voting sites on campus • NC Newsline U.S. District Judge William L. Osteen denied a motion for a preliminary injunction for North Carolina college students seeking to have polling sites available on their campuses when early voting begin...

North Carolina college students lose court battle to open early voting sites on campus ncnewsline.com/briefs/north...

Legislators suggest revisiting how NCDOT funds transportation projects • NC Newsline North Carolina’s transportation needs continue to outpace available funding. The State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) has $31.4 billion available for the next ten years, but there are $144 ...

If you've ever wondered why some road projects seemingly take forever to complete, NCDOT officials answered that question this week. They also warned lawmakers competition for limited dollars is only growing. ncnewsline.com/2026/02/06/l... @ncnewsline.com

Super Bowl LX may be the biggest betting event of the year. Some UNC faculty worry about the stakes. • NC Newsline North Carolinians wagered over $7 billion through online sportsbooks in 2025. Some faculty worry about the rise of college-age bettors.

Super Bowl LX may be the biggest betting event of the year. Some UNC faculty worry about the stakes. ncnewsline.com/2026/02/04/s...

NC insurance chief seeks help for Outer Banks as historic storm topples four more homes • NC Newsline "There's some angry people out there," Causey told members of the Council of State on Tuesday. "That makes a total of 31 homes that have collapsed since 2020."

NC insurance chief seeks help for Outer Banks as historic storm topples four more homes ncnewsline.com/2026/02/03/n...

Need another reason to vaccinate against measles? The virus can cause immune amnesia. • NC Newsline A study by Harvard Medical School researchers found that measles can erase from 11% to 73% of the different antibodies that previously made an individual immune to other illnesses.

Need another reason to vaccinate against measles? The virus can cause immune amnesia. ncnewsline.com/2026/02/02/n...

UNC System moves to define academic freedom • NC Newsline The UNC Systems' Committee on University Governance gave an initial nod Wednesday to a formal definition for academic freedom.

NC members of the American Association of University Professors say the UNC System's proposed definition for academic freedom is vague and problematic ncnewsline.com/2026/01/29/u...

North Carolinians gather to find hope, peace in journey of Buddhist monks • NC Newsline With a massive winter storm just hours away, North Carolinians found warmth and hope Friday in a message of peace from a procession of Buddhist monks.

With a massive winter storm just hours away, North Carolinians found warmth and hope Friday in a message of peace from a procession of Buddhist monks. ncnewsline.com/2026/01/23/n... #nc #WalkforPeace

N.C. State Board of Elections overrules local board in candidate challenge • NC Newsline The North Carolina State Board of Elections voted 3-2 Tuesday to overrule the Wilson County Board of Elections in favor of a Republican candidate seeking to run for sheriff.

N.C. State Board of Elections overrules local board in candidate challenge - a Democratic member warns decision opens ‘a Pandora’s box.’ ncnewsline.com/2026/01/20/n...

NC governor calls politicization of university leadership 'absolutely counterproductive' • NC Newsline As a former chairman resigns from the UNC-CH Board of Trustees, Gov. Stein says he would like to see less partisan politics in higher ed leadership.

NC governor calls politicization of university leadership ‘absolutely counterproductive’ ncnewsline.com/briefs/nc-go...

Two NC children die from firearms each week. State agency wants consistent funding to combat that. • NC Newsline NC S.A.F.E. campaign wants lawmakers to earmark $2.26 million in recurring funds to keep its gun safety messaging front and center.

Two NC children die from firearms each week. State agency wants consistent funding to combat that. ncnewsline.com/2026/01/13/t...

NC Bishop Barber condemns shooting by ICE agent, promotes Selma-like march for justice • NC Newsline NC Bishop Barber condemns shooting of Renee Good by ICE agent; promotes 'This is Our Selma' march for justice from Wilson to Raleigh

Bishop William J. Barber II choked back emotion as he reflected on Wednesday’s untimely death of Renee Nicole Good, the 37-year-old mother who was fatally shot by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer in Minneapolis. ncnewsline.com/2026/01/09/n...

As AI gains ground, NC academics and job seekers look for an edge • NC Newsline 2026 starts with thousands of jobs absorbed by artificial intelligence. North Carolina academics and job seekers wonder how to improve employability in an AI world.

2026 starts with thousands of jobs absorbed by artificial intelligence. NC academics and job seekers look for an edge: ncnewsline.com/2026/01/08/a... @ncnewsline.com

Appeals Court sides with NC General Assembly in latest lawsuit over appointment powers • NC Newsline The NC Court of Appeals has ruled in favor of the General Assembly over Governor Josh Stein in a challenge involving judicial appointments and a restructuring of the state's Utilities Commission.

Gov. Josh Stein plans to appeal the decision ncnewsline.com/2026/01/07/a...

NC Justice Anita Earls reveals breast cancer diagnosis, will continue reelection campaign • NC Newsline North Carolina Supreme Court Justice Anita Earls shared the news Tuesday afternoon that she was diagnosed with breast cancer late last year.

NC Justice Anita Earls reveals breast cancer diagnosis, will continue reelection campaign ncnewsline.com/2026/01/06/j... #ncpol

North Carolina faith leaders, advocates outline legislative wish list ahead of 2026 session • NC Newsline North Carolina faith leaders gathered at the General Assembly Monday to advocate for policies that they believe will improve the lives of all North Carolinians in the new year.

"Choose courage over convenience. Choose children over ideology.” • NC Newsline share.google/i4jCHfSplpkg... #ncpol

Davis joins NC Republicans in praising raid in Venezuela; Ross questions constitutionality of action • NC Newsline Saturday's news that the United States has captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and will run the country during a transition is being met with mixed emotion by North Carolina's elected officia...

Davis joins NC Republicans in praising raid in Venezuela; Ross questions constitutionality of action share.google/TJNqgsaT3Scj...

As more NC juveniles face charges, lawmakers confront the need for more resources • NC Newsline North Carolina has seen an increase of over 14% in juvenile delinquency complaints between 2022 and 2024. That represents more than 40,000 complaints against 14,189 juveniles this past year.

Juveniles are more likely to be armed while committing a crime than in the past. Four years ago, just 4% of the juvenile crimes in North Carolina involved a firearm. Last year, it was almost 15%. ncnewsline.com/2025/12/12/a...

Amid North Carolina’s business boom, new report highlights water infrastructure worries • NC Newsline Governor Josh Stein and the NC Department of Commerce recently celebrated seven new economic development projects, bringing the total number of new jobs created in North Carolina this year to nearly 3...

Amid North Carolina’s business boom, new report highlights water infrastructure worries ncnewsline.com/2025/11/27/a...

Immigrant advocates say 'credible reports' point to new ICE operation in Raleigh • NC Newsline Siembra NC warns that it has received multiple credible reports indicating that ICE is deploying more agents to the Raleigh area in December for a monthlong operation.

Immigrant advocates say ‘credible reports’ point to new ICE operation in Raleigh ncnewsline.com/2025/11/30/i...

Bishop William Barber and NC clergy condemn health care cuts, urge legislators to return to Raleigh • NC Newsline Bishop William Barber, North Carolina faith leaders and dozens of activists gathered at the NC General Assembly Monday to symbolically eulogize the thousands of people that they believe will die as a ...

Bishop William Barber and NC clergy condemn health care cuts, urge legislators to return to Raleigh ncnewsline.com/2025/11/24/b...

As immigration raids descend on Triangle, focus turns to protecting children from trauma  • NC Newsline While no immigration enforcement activities were reported at any of its campuses, WCPSS recorded a 67% jump in absences on Nov. 18.

The Wake County Public School System released data Wednesday showing how student enrollment has been affected by the federal immigration crackdown that began in the Triangle Tuesday. Some parents are worried about lasting trauma. ncnewsline.com/2025/11/19/a...

Federal immigration raids in Raleigh impact one of the city's largest projects • NC Newsline Construction on Raleigh's new City Hall was at a standstill Tuesday morning, hours after word of the immigration raids spread.

Federal immigration raids in Raleigh impact one of the city’s largest projects ncnewsline.com/2025/11/18/f...

As dozens of arrests occur in Charlotte, dozens of immigrant and allies protest in Raleigh • NC Newsline Immigrants and immigrant allies gathered in downtown Raleigh Sunday afternoon to protest the Border Patrol’s deployment to Charlotte.

As dozens of arrests occur in Charlotte, dozens of immigrant and allies protest in Raleigh ncnewsline.com/briefs/as-do...

NC Governor urges citizens to remain peaceful but vigilant as Border Patrol arrives in Charlotte • NC Newsline The veteran Democratic congresswoman said she has heard from numerous constituents worried about how immigration enforcement will unfold in the Queen City.

NC Governor urges citizens to remain peaceful but vigilant as Border Patrol arrives in Charlotte ncnewsline.com/briefs/nc-go...

UNC-Chapel Hill trustees narrowly approve in-state tuition hike following contentious debate • NC Newsline UNC-Chapel Hill’s chief financial officer Nate Knuffman succeeded Thursday in gaining approval to increase in-state tuition, despite opposition by several politically powerful trustees.

UNC-Chapel Hill trustees narrowly approve in-state tuition hike following contentious debate ncnewsline.com/2025/11/13/u... #ncpol

UNC-Chapel Hill trustees divided on proposal to hike in-state university tuition • NC Newsline Trustees question whether undergraduate NC students should face a tuition and fee increases amid budget concerns.

Chancellor Lee Roberts calls a proposed 3% tuition hike for in-state undergrads measured and reasonable. Trustees are divided whether its warranted, with one trustee saying he was concerned about an external perception that the state's flagship university was being wasteful with resources.

A 15-minute wait time at the DMV? NC’s new DMV Commissioner believes it’s achievable • NC Newsline Paul Tine celebrated his six-month anniversary as commissioner of the NC Division of Motor Vehicles Thursday with something his predecessor never received – praise from state legislators.

A 15-minute wait time at the DMV? NC’s new DMV Commissioner believes it’s achievable ncnewsline.com/2025/11/06/a... #nc

Meet the NC business owners hoping the Supreme Court strikes down Trump’s tariffs • NC Newsline Small business owners and entrepreneurs opposed to President Donald Trump’s tariffs are closely watching whether the U.S. Supreme Court will allow or block Trump’s sweeping tariffs under the Internati...

Meet the NC business owners hoping the Supreme Court strikes down Trump’s tariffs ncnewsline.com/2025/11/05/m... #ncpol