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Democrat Gov. Roy Cooper issued an executive order Tuesday rebranding the secretary of Environmental Quality’s Environmental Justice and Equity Advisory Board as the Governor’s Environmental Justice Advisory Council.
Democrat Gov. Roy Cooper issued an executive order Tuesday rebranding the secretary of Environmental Quality’s Environmental Justice and Equity Advisory Board as the Governor’s Environmental Justice Advisory Council.
 
The House GOP’s narrow majority is poised to get even smaller with the result of Tuesday’s special election in New York’s 3rd Congressional District to replace freshman Rep. George Santos (R-NY) following his ouster.
The House GOP’s narrow majority is poised to get even smaller with the result of Tuesday’s special election in New York’s 3rd Congressional District to replace freshman Rep. George Santos (R-NY) following his ouster.
 
Please find today’s turnout numbers for Friday, February 23rd.
Please find today’s turnout numbers for Friday, February 23rd.
 
Federal court documents pertaining to the late convicted pedophile Jeffrey Epstein were unsealed on Wednesday, pursuant to a December order from Manhattan federal Judge Loretta Pleska, and are expected to reveal the names of more than 150 of the financier’s associates, some of whom are already known
Federal court documents pertaining to the late convicted pedophile Jeffrey Epstein were unsealed on Wednesday, pursuant to a December order from Manhattan federal Judge Loretta Pleska, and are expected to reveal the names of more than 150 of the financier’s associates, some of whom are already known
 
House Republicans impeached controversial Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas on Tuesday for his role in facilitating what many critics and experts have called an “invasion” on the U.S. southern border by millions of illegal aliens from around the world.
House Republicans impeached controversial Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas on Tuesday for his role in facilitating what many critics and experts have called an “invasion” on the U.S. southern border by millions of illegal aliens from around the world.
 
As 2024 kicks off and presidential candidates prepare for the first round of voting, polls indicate that the country is headed for a rematch of the 2020 election.
As 2024 kicks off and presidential candidates prepare for the first round of voting, polls indicate that the country is headed for a rematch of the 2020 election.
 
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services today released the request for proposal to hire the organization that will help manage the Children and Families Specialty Plan.
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services today released the request for proposal to hire the organization that will help manage the Children and Families Specialty Plan.
 
According to a new video released by Christopher Rufo, Disney’s hard left turn into politics can be traced back to then chairman Bob Iger’s reaction to the January 6th riot on Capitol Hill.
According to a new video released by Christopher Rufo, Disney’s hard left turn into politics can be traced back to then chairman Bob Iger’s reaction to the January 6th riot on Capitol Hill.
 
By accepting the Classic Learning Test as an SAT alternative, the Sunshine State has further loosened the progressive hold on education.
By accepting the Classic Learning Test as an SAT alternative, the Sunshine State has further loosened the progressive hold on education.
 
Broadway shows saw a 17% decrease in attendance for the 2022-23 season compared to 2018-19, the last full season before the COVID pandemic.
Broadway shows saw a 17% decrease in attendance for the 2022-23 season compared to 2018-19, the last full season before the COVID pandemic.
 
The Senate Democrat chairman of the Senate Intelligence Committee criticized President Biden for his reelection campaign joining the Chinese platform TikTok.
The Senate Democrat chairman of the Senate Intelligence Committee criticized President Biden for his reelection campaign joining the Chinese platform TikTok.
 
President Joe Biden said on Monday that he would be willing to meet with House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) about a foreign aid package that is making its way through Congress.
President Joe Biden said on Monday that he would be willing to meet with House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) about a foreign aid package that is making its way through Congress.
 
Just over half of voters surveyed in a new poll say that President Joe Biden received special treatment during special counsel Robert Hur’s investigation into his handling of classified documents.
Just over half of voters surveyed in a new poll say that President Joe Biden received special treatment during special counsel Robert Hur’s investigation into his handling of classified documents.
 
Former President Donald Trump on Monday endorsed three people to run the Republican National Committee (RNC) following reports of the current chairwoman, Ronna McDaniel, leaving the post after the GOP South Carolina presidential primary, set for February 24.
Former President Donald Trump on Monday endorsed three people to run the Republican National Committee (RNC) following reports of the current chairwoman, Ronna McDaniel, leaving the post after the GOP South Carolina presidential primary, set for February 24.
 
On Monday, former President Donald Trump explained his stance on NATO after drawing controversy with a story about how he used hardball tactics to negotiate with other world leaders on supporting the alliance.
On Monday, former President Donald Trump explained his stance on NATO after drawing controversy with a story about how he used hardball tactics to negotiate with other world leaders on supporting the alliance.
 
A new lengthy report into President Joe Biden’s failure to secure the U.S. southern border revealed that the crisis that Biden created has caused internal strife inside the White House which has further exacerbated the issue.
A new lengthy report into President Joe Biden’s failure to secure the U.S. southern border revealed that the crisis that Biden created has caused internal strife inside the White House which has further exacerbated the issue.
 
In the final days of state budget negotiations, there was a pressurized hush around the legislative complex as lawmakers feuded over the sudden addition of legalizing four casinos to the nearly $30 billion state budget.
In the final days of state budget negotiations, there was a pressurized hush around the legislative complex as lawmakers feuded over the sudden addition of legalizing four casinos to the nearly $30 billion state budget.
 
A Republican member of the House Intelligence Committee said on Sunday the space weapon that Russia is trying to develop could “blind” the U.S. economy and military.
A Republican member of the House Intelligence Committee said on Sunday the space weapon that Russia is trying to develop could “blind” the U.S. economy and military.
 
Kaitlyn Shepherd, policy analyst for the Center for Effective Education at the John Locke Foundation, gives us a concise overview of the choices parents have in the education of their children in North Carolina.
Kaitlyn Shepherd, policy analyst for the Center for Effective Education at the John Locke Foundation, gives us a concise overview of the choices parents have in the education of their children in North Carolina.
 
The White House suggested on Monday that President Joe Biden will not take a cognitive test during his yearly physical exam — despite overwhelming skepticism from voters that he has the mental fitness needed to serve a second term.
The White House suggested on Monday that President Joe Biden will not take a cognitive test during his yearly physical exam — despite overwhelming skepticism from voters that he has the mental fitness needed to serve a second term.
 
A three-time felon leaped over the bench in front of a Las Vegas judge who had just denied him probation and assaulted her, tackling her to the ground and forcing court officers to wrestle him to the ground, video shows.
A three-time felon leaped over the bench in front of a Las Vegas judge who had just denied him probation and assaulted her, tackling her to the ground and forcing court officers to wrestle him to the ground, video shows.
 
Customs and Border Protection (CBP) apprehended 269 Chinese nationals attempting to enter the U.S. illegally on Monday, raising the number of Chinese illegal immigrants encountered by Border Patrol agents to over 20,000 in the past five months alone.
Customs and Border Protection (CBP) apprehended 269 Chinese nationals attempting to enter the U.S. illegally on Monday, raising the number of Chinese illegal immigrants encountered by Border Patrol agents to over 20,000 in the past five months alone.
 
On Tuesday, Bill Graham, a Republican who entered the race for governor last week, released the first statewide television advertisement in the 2024 governor’s race.
On Tuesday, Bill Graham, a Republican who entered the race for governor last week, released the first statewide television advertisement in the 2024 governor’s race.
 
The Biden administration filed a lawsuit against Texas on Wednesday over a state law that makes it a crime to illegally enter the state, giving state officials more power to secure the border.
The Biden administration filed a lawsuit against Texas on Wednesday over a state law that makes it a crime to illegally enter the state, giving state officials more power to secure the border.
 
RALEIGH: Following UNC-Chapel Hill Chancellor Kevin Guskiewicz’ resignation to become President of Michigan State University, Governor Roy Cooper reiterated the need for changes in the governance of the UNC System, highlighting recommendations put forward by the Governor’s Commission
RALEIGH: Following UNC-Chapel Hill Chancellor Kevin Guskiewicz’ resignation to become President of Michigan State University, Governor Roy Cooper reiterated the need for changes in the governance of the UNC System, highlighting recommendations put forward by the Governor’s Commission
 
House Republicans said on Monday the Department of Justice (DOJ) has one week to produce materials from special counsel Robert Hur’s investigation into President Joe Biden’s handling of classified documents.
House Republicans said on Monday the Department of Justice (DOJ) has one week to produce materials from special counsel Robert Hur’s investigation into President Joe Biden’s handling of classified documents.
 
Raleigh, NC – The North Carolina Department of Administration (NCDOA) has released a new policy that updates design and construction requirements for new state government and university buildings in flood-prone areas for the first time in over thirty years.
Raleigh, NC – The North Carolina Department of Administration (NCDOA) has released a new policy that updates design and construction requirements for new state government and university buildings in flood-prone areas for the first time in over thirty years.
 
Rep. Jamaal Bowman (D-NY) scolded Israel — specifically Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu — after Israeli forces launched a coordinated strike on Sunday to free two hostages.
Rep. Jamaal Bowman (D-NY) scolded Israel — specifically Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu — after Israeli forces launched a coordinated strike on Sunday to free two hostages.
 
The Tar Heel State earned failing marks for healthcare and its costs according to a list by Forbes Advisor ranking of all 50 states.
The Tar Heel State earned failing marks for healthcare and its costs according to a list by Forbes Advisor ranking of all 50 states.
 
Joint Legislative Commission on Governmental Operations Subcommittee on Hurricane Response and Recovery will meet Tuesday, January 23 at 10 a.m.
Joint Legislative Commission on Governmental Operations Subcommittee on Hurricane Response and Recovery will meet Tuesday, January 23 at 10 a.m.
 
Vice President Kamala Harris said in a recent interview published this week that as doubts grow over President Joe Biden’s ability to continue to serve as commander-in-chief amid questions about his mental fitness, she is ready to step up and be president.
Vice President Kamala Harris said in a recent interview published this week that as doubts grow over President Joe Biden’s ability to continue to serve as commander-in-chief amid questions about his mental fitness, she is ready to step up and be president.
 
Diplomat dispatched to convince business partners to stay silent through the election, he says
 
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