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"Today is a loss for conservatism," said Donald Bryson, president of the John Locke Foundation.
"Today is a loss for conservatism," said Donald Bryson, president of the John Locke Foundation.
 
A North Carolina representative announced today that he is considering a run for the state treasurer’s office.
A North Carolina representative announced today that he is considering a run for the state treasurer’s office.
 
The 17 former branches of SVB opened Monday morning as branches of First Citizens.
The 17 former branches of SVB opened Monday morning as branches of First Citizens.
 
Nearly seven-in-10 registered voters in North Carolina support expanding the Opportunity Scholarship Program to all families, regardless of income. That’s one of the findings of a new poll from Carolina Partnership for Reform.
Nearly seven-in-10 registered voters in North Carolina support expanding the Opportunity Scholarship Program to all families, regardless of income. That’s one of the findings of a new poll from Carolina Partnership for Reform.
 
Donna King, Carolina Journal editor-in-chief, discusses Gov. Roy Cooper’s last State of the State address. King offered these comments during the March 10, 2023, edition of PBS North Carolina’s “State Lines.”
Donna King, Carolina Journal editor-in-chief, discusses Gov. Roy Cooper’s last State of the State address. King offered these comments during the March 10, 2023, edition of PBS North Carolina’s “State Lines.”
 
Wake County District Attorney Lorrin Freeman is asking a federal court to dismiss N.C. Attorney General Josh Stein's lawsuit challenging a state criminal libel law. Freeman says the case is moot.
Wake County District Attorney Lorrin Freeman is asking a federal court to dismiss N.C. Attorney General Josh Stein's lawsuit challenging a state criminal libel law. Freeman says the case is moot.
 
“I will be the best governor money can’t buy,” said Folwell
 
N.C. legislative leaders have asked a federal judge to dismiss a lawsuit targeting state laws against abortion pills.
N.C. legislative leaders have asked a federal judge to dismiss a lawsuit targeting state laws against abortion pills.
 
Gov. Roy Cooper vetoed Senate Bill 41, Guarantee Second Amend[ment] Freedom and Protections, including a pistol purchase permit repeal, Friday.
Gov. Roy Cooper vetoed Senate Bill 41, Guarantee Second Amend[ment] Freedom and Protections, including a pistol purchase permit repeal, Friday.
 
A media coalition is backing WBTV's bid at the N.C. Court of Appeals to secure surveys filled out by Charlotte City Council members in 2020.
A media coalition is backing WBTV's bid at the N.C. Court of Appeals to secure surveys filled out by Charlotte City Council members in 2020.
 
On Thursday, Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson released a statement saying he’s holding a rally on April 22 to share a “special announcement.” He’s expected to enter the gubernatorial race.
On Thursday, Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson released a statement saying he’s holding a rally on April 22 to share a “special announcement.” He’s expected to enter the gubernatorial race.
 
Duke Energy Carolinas wants to increase residential rates for its customers between 16.2 and 16.6% by Sept. 1 and an additional 0.4% by Jan. 1. The utility is also seeking a rate hike for commercial and industrial customers. Rates would increase by 12.1% and 15.2%.
Duke Energy Carolinas wants to increase residential rates for its customers between 16.2 and 16.6% by Sept. 1 and an additional 0.4% by Jan. 1. The utility is also seeking a rate hike for commercial and industrial customers. Rates would increase by 12.1% and 15.2%.
 
Lawmakers have introduced a bill in the North Carolina House that would create a universal Education Savings Account to allow parents to pay directly for approved non-public educational expenses for their children.
Lawmakers have introduced a bill in the North Carolina House that would create a universal Education Savings Account to allow parents to pay directly for approved non-public educational expenses for their children.
 
Jon Sanders, director of the Center for Food, Power, and Life at the John Locke Foundation, testifies Wednesday about occupational licensing before the N.C. House Regulatory Reform Committee.
Jon Sanders, director of the Center for Food, Power, and Life at the John Locke Foundation, testifies Wednesday about occupational licensing before the N.C. House Regulatory Reform Committee.
 
A bill meant to curb the teaching of elements of Critical Race Theory in public school classrooms fell short of gaining any Democrat support in the North Carolina House on March 22.
A bill meant to curb the teaching of elements of Critical Race Theory in public school classrooms fell short of gaining any Democrat support in the North Carolina House on March 22.
 
North Carolina State Auditor Beth Wood pleaded guilty today to a hit-and-run charge for a December accident involving a state-owned vehicle in Wake County Court.
North Carolina State Auditor Beth Wood pleaded guilty today to a hit-and-run charge for a December accident involving a state-owned vehicle in Wake County Court.
 
North Carolina could become the latest state to file or pass legislation prohibiting foreign entities from purchasing farmland.
North Carolina could become the latest state to file or pass legislation prohibiting foreign entities from purchasing farmland.
 
On Thursday, the North Carolina House gave final passage to H.B. 76, a bill to expand Medicaid, by a vote of 87-24. On Wednesday, the day prior, the vote was 95-21.
On Thursday, the North Carolina House gave final passage to H.B. 76, a bill to expand Medicaid, by a vote of 87-24. On Wednesday, the day prior, the vote was 95-21.
 
State Treasurer Dale Folwell hosted a forum discussion in Charlotte on March 16 to address legislation designed to protect patients from lawsuits and crippling debt arising from medical billing, particularly in Charlotte.
State Treasurer Dale Folwell hosted a forum discussion in Charlotte on March 16 to address legislation designed to protect patients from lawsuits and crippling debt arising from medical billing, particularly in Charlotte.
 
On Wednesday, the North Carolina House passed a bill requiring students at state universities to take a three-credit hour course on the U.S. Constitution and other founding documents by a vote of 69-47.
On Wednesday, the North Carolina House passed a bill requiring students at state universities to take a three-credit hour course on the U.S. Constitution and other founding documents by a vote of 69-47.
 
One of Raleigh’s oldest banks is in the running to purchase the failed Silicon Valley Bank, also known as SVB.
One of Raleigh’s oldest banks is in the running to purchase the failed Silicon Valley Bank, also known as SVB.
 
On Wednesday, the North Carolina House voted to approve concurrence of H.B. 76, a bill to expand Medicaid, by a vote of 94-22.
On Wednesday, the North Carolina House voted to approve concurrence of H.B. 76, a bill to expand Medicaid, by a vote of 94-22.
 
State and local governments in North Carolina would be barred from requiring the COVID-19 vaccine for employees or students under a bill passed March 21 by the House Health Committee.
State and local governments in North Carolina would be barred from requiring the COVID-19 vaccine for employees or students under a bill passed March 21 by the House Health Committee.
 
The head of the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services is urging a federal court to dismiss a lawsuit dealing with mental health services for foster children.
The head of the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services is urging a federal court to dismiss a lawsuit dealing with mental health services for foster children.
 
The N.C. Environmental Management Commission has dropped its lawsuit against the Rules Review Commission, less than two weeks after going to court. The EMC offered no explanation for the dismissal in its court filing.
The N.C. Environmental Management Commission has dropped its lawsuit against the Rules Review Commission, less than two weeks after going to court. The EMC offered no explanation for the dismissal in its court filing.
 
Mitch Kokai, John Locke Foundation senior political analyst, discusses U.S. Sen. Thom Tillis’ negative reaction to Fox News host Tucker Carlson’s Jan. 6 narrative.
Mitch Kokai, John Locke Foundation senior political analyst, discusses U.S. Sen. Thom Tillis’ negative reaction to Fox News host Tucker Carlson’s Jan. 6 narrative.
 
Tobacco manufacturer Philip Morris is taking a dispute over $7.2 million in state tax credits to the N.C. Court of Appeals.
Tobacco manufacturer Philip Morris is taking a dispute over $7.2 million in state tax credits to the N.C. Court of Appeals.
 
On Wednesday, the North Carolina Senate introduced a creative solution to address critical workforce housing shortages for North Carolinians.
On Wednesday, the North Carolina Senate introduced a creative solution to address critical workforce housing shortages for North Carolinians.
 
A federal Appeals Court has upheld a trial court's ruling favoring Chapel Hill in a dispute over affordable housing fees charged to developers.
A federal Appeals Court has upheld a trial court's ruling favoring Chapel Hill in a dispute over affordable housing fees charged to developers.
 
The N.C. Justice Department and lawyers representing Republican legislative leaders take opposite stances in new Moore v. Harper briefs at the U.S. Supreme Court.
The N.C. Justice Department and lawyers representing Republican legislative leaders take opposite stances in new Moore v. Harper briefs at the U.S. Supreme Court.
 
Gov. Roy Cooper, a Democrat, has allowed two bills, H.B. 40, Anti-Rioting, and S.B. 53, Hotel Safety, to become law without his signature.
Gov. Roy Cooper, a Democrat, has allowed two bills, H.B. 40, Anti-Rioting, and S.B. 53, Hotel Safety, to become law without his signature.
 
The new judge in North Carolina's Leandro education funding case could issue a ruling on a new spending order within three weeks.
The new judge in North Carolina's Leandro education funding case could issue a ruling on a new spending order within three weeks.
 
North Carolina’s state pension system was among the victims of the recent collapse of two large Silicon Valley, California banks, with the loss of millions in stock at both banks.
North Carolina’s state pension system was among the victims of the recent collapse of two large Silicon Valley, California banks, with the loss of millions in stock at both banks.
 
A group of Republican and Democratic lawmakers recently announced in a press conference that addressing early childhood education policy would be a priority this legislative session.
A group of Republican and Democratic lawmakers recently announced in a press conference that addressing early childhood education policy would be a priority this legislative session.
 
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