North Carolina
NC Policy Watch
- Trump commemorates Charlie Kirk alongside 9/11 victims
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump honored slain conservative activist Charlie Kirk as he remembered the victims of Sept. 11 during a ceremony Thursday in Virginia, and announced he would posthumously award the popular figure the Presidential Medal of Freedom. Kirk, the late co-founder and head of the political advocacy organization Turning Point USA, was fatally shot
- NC Republican leaders pledge to address ‘soft on crime policies’ after Charlotte transit stabbing
Senate President Phil Berger and House Speaker Destin Hall held a rare joint press conference Thursday to announce plans to bring forth a comprehensive package in September to address violent crimes. The two legislative leaders connected the August 22 murder of 23-year-old Iryna Zarutska on Charlotte’s light rail system with Wednesday’s assassination of conservative activist
- Poverty dropped in most states last year, but trend could reverse as cuts loom
Poverty dropped last year nationwide and in 38 states, according to census estimates released Thursday. But since that decrease was recorded in mid-2024, more people have signed up for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), commonly known as food stamps, in 18 states and the District of Columbia. In those places, more people were using
- Gov. Josh Stein calls to invest in workers at state AFL-CIO convention
In remarks to the North Carolina AFL-CIO’s annual convention, Gov. Josh Stein pushed for more affordable housing, investments in education, and greater access to child care as part of a broader effort to lower the cost of living for workers. “Our kids and grandkids should have a brighter future than we’ve had,” Stein told the
- US Senate votes down measure to force release of Epstein files
WASHINGTON — U.S. Senate Republicans on Wednesday stopped a Democratic amendment to the annual defense authorization bill that would have compelled the release of the government’s investigative files on the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. In a procedural vote, senators voted 51-49 to table the amendment filed by Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, effectively stopping
North Carolina Health News
- Federal vaccine guidance changes cause confusion, frustration
By Anne Blythe and Lola Oliverio Amid all the chaos and confusion emanating from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention these days about vaccines, Christoph Diasio, a Southern Pines pediatrician, is well aware of the impact that such tumult can cause closer to home. At Sandhills Pediatrics, where he’s practiced medicine for 17 years, The post Federal vaccine guidance changes cause confusion, frustration appeared first on North Carolina Health News.
- One stop at a time, mobile reentry center helps people get back on their feet after incarceration
By Rachel Crumpler On a recent Friday in Greenville, a black bus parked outside the Joy Community Center and Soup Kitchen, drawing attention from those arriving for a hot meal. White lettering on the side of the vehicle read “Recidivism Reduction Center” — a name that sparked curiosity, questions and, for some, cautious hope. A The post One stop at a time, mobile reentry center helps people get back on their feet after incarceration appeared first on North Carolina Health News.
Carolina Public Press
- GOP legislative leaders in NC respond to murders with ‘tough-on-crime’ proposals
Murders in Charlotte and Utah draw response from NC Republican leaders. Pairing anti-crime talk with partisan politicking draws criticism. GOP legislative leaders in NC respond to murders with ‘tough-on-crime’ proposals is a story from Carolina Public Press, an award-winning independent newsroom. Our breakthrough journalism shines a light on the critical overlooked and under-reported issues facing North Carolina’s more than 11 million residents. Please consider making a contribution to support our journalism.
- Why some NC teachers are considering private school jobs
Despite pros and cons, some NC educators are moving to private schools. citing less bureaucracy, better classroom funding and personal faith. Why some NC teachers are considering private school jobs is a story from Carolina Public Press, an award-winning independent newsroom. Our breakthrough journalism shines a light on the critical overlooked and under-reported issues facing North Carolina’s more than 11 million residents. Please consider making a contribution to support our journalism.
- Upsets, nail-biters and some blowouts. Low turnout prevails in NC municipal primaries.
Election night returns show range of results, but low turnout in municipal primary elections in Charlotte, Sanford, Rural Hall, Tobaccoville. Upsets, nail-biters and some blowouts. Low turnout prevails in NC municipal primaries. is a story from Carolina Public Press, an award-winning independent newsroom. Our breakthrough journalism shines a light on the critical overlooked and under-reported issues facing North Carolina’s more than 11 million residents. Please consider making a contribution to support our journalism.
QCity Metro
- What’s the move? 10 weekend events (Sept. 12 – 14)
Spend your weekend with our pick of events. Plus, see more upcoming events and weekend weather. The post What’s the move? 10 weekend events (Sept. 12 – 14) appeared first on QCity Metro.
- Savor the Season: Where to Find Fall Flavors in Charlotte
Charlotte's food scene is offering a variety of seasonal flavors this fall, from pumpkin spice drinks and desserts to savory dishes with fall ingredients, providing a creative way to enjoy the season. The post Savor the Season: Where to Find Fall Flavors in Charlotte appeared first on QCity Metro.