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RALEIGH, NC — The North Carolina Department of Labor (NCDOL) is proud to announce that North Carolina has been ranked #2 in the nation for workplace safety, according to a recent study by WalletHub.
RALEIGH, NC — The North Carolina Department of Labor (NCDOL) is proud to announce that North Carolina has been ranked #2 in the nation for workplace safety, according to a recent study by WalletHub.
 
The nomination of John Lowery to take the place of his brother, Jarrod, in the North Carolina House of Representatives comes during what could be a pivotal time if Republicans want to override any vetoes from Democratic Gov. Josh Stein.
The nomination of John Lowery to take the place of his brother, Jarrod, in the North Carolina House of Representatives comes during what could be a pivotal time if Republicans want to override any vetoes from Democratic Gov. Josh Stein.
 
Government overreach threatens the fundamental right of Americans to support causes privately without fear of retaliation
Government overreach threatens the fundamental right of Americans to support causes privately without fear of retaliation
 
Critics of new Watauga County local election districts have filed a federal lawsuit challenging them.
Critics of new Watauga County local election districts have filed a federal lawsuit challenging them.
 
"Naked, forced on her knees, with her hands over her head, begging for her life. Begging for her hero, her father. Me, that couldn’t be there."
"Naked, forced on her knees, with her hands over her head, begging for her life. Begging for her hero, her father. Me, that couldn’t be there."
 
Plaintiffs challenging a recent ruling in a federal North Carolina redistricting lawsuit have asked the full 4th US Circuit Court of Appeals to consider the case.
Plaintiffs challenging a recent ruling in a federal North Carolina redistricting lawsuit have asked the full 4th US Circuit Court of Appeals to consider the case.
 
A rapid response report from the North Carolina State Auditor’s Office (OSA) is raising serious concerns about safety on the Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) more than a month after the murder of 23-year-old Iryna Zarutska.
A rapid response report from the North Carolina State Auditor’s Office (OSA) is raising serious concerns about safety on the Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) more than a month after the murder of 23-year-old Iryna Zarutska.
 
Groups representing North Carolina's travel and tourism industry support a lawsuit against Currituck County at the North Carolina Supreme Court.
Groups representing North Carolina's travel and tourism industry support a lawsuit against Currituck County at the North Carolina Supreme Court.
 
A House Bill that provides funding for the Medicaid rebase in North Carolina is headed to the Senate floor for a vote, after passing in the Senate’s Appropriations/Base Budget Committee on Monday.
A House Bill that provides funding for the Medicaid rebase in North Carolina is headed to the Senate floor for a vote, after passing in the Senate’s Appropriations/Base Budget Committee on Monday.
 
On Sept 22, exactly one month after the murder of Iryna Zarutska, the North Carolina Senate voted 28-8 to pass Iryna’s Law” (HB 307)
On Sept 22, exactly one month after the murder of Iryna Zarutska, the North Carolina Senate voted 28-8 to pass Iryna’s Law” (HB 307)
 
One month after the murder of Iryna Zarutska on Charlotte’s light rail, the North Carolina General Assembly will return to Raleigh on Monday, Sept. 22, to consider a sweeping package of criminal justice reforms aimed at what Republican leaders describe as “weak-on-crime” policies.
One month after the murder of Iryna Zarutska on Charlotte’s light rail, the North Carolina General Assembly will return to Raleigh on Monday, Sept. 22, to consider a sweeping package of criminal justice reforms aimed at what Republican leaders describe as “weak-on-crime” policies.
 
National attention is intensifying after the gruesome murder of a Ukrainian refugee on a Charlotte light rail on Aug. 22.
National attention is intensifying after the gruesome murder of a Ukrainian refugee on a Charlotte light rail on Aug. 22.
 
Plaintiffs in a $16 million class-action lawsuit against Raleigh challenged the city's legal tactics in a new state Supreme Court filing.
Plaintiffs in a $16 million class-action lawsuit against Raleigh challenged the city's legal tactics in a new state Supreme Court filing.
 
A new research report from the James G. Martin Center for Academic Renewal shows that top medical schools across the nation have integrated the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) agenda across admissions, faculty hiring, and curricula.
A new research report from the James G. Martin Center for Academic Renewal shows that top medical schools across the nation have integrated the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) agenda across admissions, faculty hiring, and curricula.
 
Pres. Donald Trump’s 2025 tariffs are repeating the economic damage of the 2018 trade war, slashing U.S. farm exports, especially soybeans and pork, and driving up input costs for farmers
Pres. Donald Trump’s 2025 tariffs are repeating the economic damage of the 2018 trade war, slashing U.S. farm exports, especially soybeans and pork, and driving up input costs for farmers
 
State lawmakers convened for a brief session this week in which they were scheduled to consider veto overrides on several bills, but the sessions ended without the overrides being taken up.
State lawmakers convened for a brief session this week in which they were scheduled to consider veto overrides on several bills, but the sessions ended without the overrides being taken up.
 
The North Carolina State Board of Elections (NCSBE) has announced the resignation of James Yokeley, the Surry County Board of Elections chairman. He is facing accusations of drugging food, child abuse and other crimes.
The North Carolina State Board of Elections (NCSBE) has announced the resignation of James Yokeley, the Surry County Board of Elections chairman. He is facing accusations of drugging food, child abuse and other crimes.
 
New state-of-the-art facility features 144 beds and a healing environment for behavioral health patients
New state-of-the-art facility features 144 beds and a healing environment for behavioral health patients
 
A new study shows that out of 10 cities that are potential contenders to be the home of a Major League Baseball (MLB) team, Raleigh and Charlotte are strong contenders.
A new study shows that out of 10 cities that are potential contenders to be the home of a Major League Baseball (MLB) team, Raleigh and Charlotte are strong contenders.
 
A University of North Carolina tennis player's federal class-action lawsuit against the NCAA could target more than 17,000 potential plaintiffs, according to a court document filed Monday.
A University of North Carolina tennis player's federal class-action lawsuit against the NCAA could target more than 17,000 potential plaintiffs, according to a court document filed Monday.
 
Two former magistrates in western North Carolina will collect $1.3 million in back pay and other damages related to their resignations over performing same-sex marriage ceremonies.
Two former magistrates in western North Carolina will collect $1.3 million in back pay and other damages related to their resignations over performing same-sex marriage ceremonies.
 
The N.C. Department of Environmental Quality’s Division of Coastal Management announced nearly $6 million in Resilient Coastal Communities Program (RCCP) grants, with nearly $1.2 million of that going to support communities in District 3.
The N.C. Department of Environmental Quality’s Division of Coastal Management announced nearly $6 million in Resilient Coastal Communities Program (RCCP) grants, with nearly $1.2 million of that going to support communities in District 3.
 
Nine months after Hurricane Helene tore through the Southeast, the recovery process is just beginning.
Nine months after Hurricane Helene tore through the Southeast, the recovery process is just beginning.
 
Raleigh has emerged as a national leader in promoting a balanced lifestyle, recently ranking No. 4 in Coworking Cafe’s report on the Best US Cities for Work-Life Balance and Mental Health.
Raleigh has emerged as a national leader in promoting a balanced lifestyle, recently ranking No. 4 in Coworking Cafe’s report on the Best US Cities for Work-Life Balance and Mental Health.
 
For nearly a decade now, the composition and ownership of the North Carolina Board of Elections (NCSBE) have been a contested battle between the General Assembly and the Governor.
For nearly a decade now, the composition and ownership of the North Carolina Board of Elections (NCSBE) have been a contested battle between the General Assembly and the Governor.
 
(RALEIGH) Today Governor Stein signed seven bills and vetoed three bills.
(RALEIGH) Today Governor Stein signed seven bills and vetoed three bills.
 
Monday, June 30 marks the last day of the fiscal year, and state lawmakers have yet to pass a new budget.
Monday, June 30 marks the last day of the fiscal year, and state lawmakers have yet to pass a new budget.
 
(RALEIGH) Governor Josh Stein announced today that TMG & Haartz Solutions LLC, a new joint venture to supply synthetic leather materials for automotive interiors, will create 125 jobs over the next five years in Rutherford County.
(RALEIGH) Governor Josh Stein announced today that TMG & Haartz Solutions LLC, a new joint venture to supply synthetic leather materials for automotive interiors, will create 125 jobs over the next five years in Rutherford County.
 
Following this weekend’s public condemnation from President Donald Trump, Sen. Thom Tillis, R-North Carolina, released a statement Sunday saying he will not run for re-election in 2026.
Following this weekend’s public condemnation from President Donald Trump, Sen. Thom Tillis, R-North Carolina, released a statement Sunday saying he will not run for re-election in 2026.
 
North Carolina lawmakers have approved another substantial round of aid for western North Carolina communities still grappling with the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, pushing total disaster relief funding above $2 billion.
North Carolina lawmakers have approved another substantial round of aid for western North Carolina communities still grappling with the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, pushing total disaster relief funding above $2 billion.
 
“Accurate voter registration rolls are critical to ensure that elections in North Carolina are conducted fairly, accurately, and without fraud.”
“Accurate voter registration rolls are critical to ensure that elections in North Carolina are conducted fairly, accurately, and without fraud.”
 
"This type of behavior will not be tolerated at FEMA."
 
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