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Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador has written to officials in China requesting Beijing’s help in stemming the flow of fentanyl into Mexico.
Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador has written to officials in China requesting Beijing’s help in stemming the flow of fentanyl into Mexico.
 
The news of Rep. Tricia Cotham, Mecklenburg County, changing her party affiliation from Democrat to Republican has sent shockwaves throughout the North Carolina politics, even making national headlines.
The news of Rep. Tricia Cotham, Mecklenburg County, changing her party affiliation from Democrat to Republican has sent shockwaves throughout the North Carolina politics, even making national headlines.
 
The Beaufort County Board of Commissioners will meet in regular session on Monday, May 1, 2023 at 5:30 PM in the boardroom located at 136 W. 2nd St, Washington, NC 27889
The Beaufort County Board of Commissioners will meet in regular session on Monday, May 1, 2023 at 5:30 PM in the boardroom located at 136 W. 2nd St, Washington, NC 27889
 
On Wednesday morning, Republican leaders announced that Rep. Tricia Cotham, a longtime Democrat from Mecklenburg County, is joining the North Carolina Republican Party.
On Wednesday morning, Republican leaders announced that Rep. Tricia Cotham, a longtime Democrat from Mecklenburg County, is joining the North Carolina Republican Party.
 
White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre claimed that President Joe Biden will successfully lessen the impact of surprise oil production cuts from OPEC on gas prices.
White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre claimed that President Joe Biden will successfully lessen the impact of surprise oil production cuts from OPEC on gas prices.
 
It looks like even the Oakland Athletics are joining the mass exodus of Californians fleeing for a better life.
It looks like even the Oakland Athletics are joining the mass exodus of Californians fleeing for a better life.
 
The most recovery they've seen is in middle and high school math, with the least recovery in middle school reading.
The most recovery they've seen is in middle and high school math, with the least recovery in middle school reading.
 
Former President Donald Trump scored another endorsement from a U.S. senator after he arrived in New York to be arraigned on criminal charges.
Former President Donald Trump scored another endorsement from a U.S. senator after he arrived in New York to be arraigned on criminal charges.
 
The North Carolina House Elections Committee passed a bill April 4 that would shore up election rules headed into the 2024 general election.
The North Carolina House Elections Committee passed a bill April 4 that would shore up election rules headed into the 2024 general election.
 
King Charles is busy preparing for his coronation in a few weeks, which will include a cross containing shards of wood from the cross that’s believed to have been used to crucify Jesus Christ.
King Charles is busy preparing for his coronation in a few weeks, which will include a cross containing shards of wood from the cross that’s believed to have been used to crucify Jesus Christ.
 
The 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has rejected a Charlotte police officer's attempt to claim qualified immunity in a lawsuit linked to her fatal shooting of Danquirs Franklin in 2019.
The 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has rejected a Charlotte police officer's attempt to claim qualified immunity in a lawsuit linked to her fatal shooting of Danquirs Franklin in 2019.
 
North Carolina State Rep. Tricia Cotham is defecting from the Democratic Party, joining the GOP, and delivering Republicans supermajorities in both chambers of the state legislature.
North Carolina State Rep. Tricia Cotham is defecting from the Democratic Party, joining the GOP, and delivering Republicans supermajorities in both chambers of the state legislature.
 
A man challenging a Triangle TV station's reliance on the "fair report privilege" is taking his case to the N.C. Supreme Court.
A man challenging a Triangle TV station's reliance on the "fair report privilege" is taking his case to the N.C. Supreme Court.
 
Pressed by a teenage Swedish girl, President Joe Biden is trying to clean up the world.
 
Two Democrats challenging President Joe Biden in the 2024 primary are calling foul over the absence of planned debates.
Two Democrats challenging President Joe Biden in the 2024 primary are calling foul over the absence of planned debates.
 
Elon Musk called out and poked fun at Democrats on Tuesday as former President Donald Trump faced arraignment in New York City.
Elon Musk called out and poked fun at Democrats on Tuesday as former President Donald Trump faced arraignment in New York City.
 
Wake County District Attorney Lorrin Freeman has filed paperwork in U.S. District Court opposing N.C. Attorney General Josh Stein's motion for summary judgment in their legal dispute.
Wake County District Attorney Lorrin Freeman has filed paperwork in U.S. District Court opposing N.C. Attorney General Josh Stein's motion for summary judgment in their legal dispute.
 
Sen. Tim Scott (R-SC) condemned the Biden administration for implementing energy efficiency standards for mobile homes in a rule that will increase costs for low-income households.
Sen. Tim Scott (R-SC) condemned the Biden administration for implementing energy efficiency standards for mobile homes in a rule that will increase costs for low-income households.
 
The New Bern eye surgeon challenging North Carolina's certificate-of-need law in court is taking interest in the N.C. Supreme Court's decision in a separate case.
The New Bern eye surgeon challenging North Carolina's certificate-of-need law in court is taking interest in the N.C. Supreme Court's decision in a separate case.
 
A Florida grand jury accused the Biden administration of “facilitating” the trafficking of child refugees after a five-month investigation conducted at the request of Governor Ron DeSantis.
A Florida grand jury accused the Biden administration of “facilitating” the trafficking of child refugees after a five-month investigation conducted at the request of Governor Ron DeSantis.
 
Voters in Wisconsin head to the polls on Tuesday to decide the balance of the state Supreme Court in one of the most expensive court races in history.
Voters in Wisconsin head to the polls on Tuesday to decide the balance of the state Supreme Court in one of the most expensive court races in history.
 
An overwhelming majority of Americans support school choice, which would allow parents to decide where their children are educated.
An overwhelming majority of Americans support school choice, which would allow parents to decide where their children are educated.
 
The Metro Nashville Police Department (MNPD) provided an update Monday afternoon on its ongoing investigation into the mass shooting at a Christian elementary school one week ago, revealing that the shooter planned the massacre months in advance.
The Metro Nashville Police Department (MNPD) provided an update Monday afternoon on its ongoing investigation into the mass shooting at a Christian elementary school one week ago, revealing that the shooter planned the massacre months in advance.
 
The Florida State Senate approved a bill Tuesday banning minors from having “gender reassignment” surgery, hormone therapy, or puberty blockers.
The Florida State Senate approved a bill Tuesday banning minors from having “gender reassignment” surgery, hormone therapy, or puberty blockers.
 
Parents were often “pressured” into transitioning their children to treat gender dysphoria, after which the parents reported worse mental health outcomes for their children, according to a new study.
Parents were often “pressured” into transitioning their children to treat gender dysphoria, after which the parents reported worse mental health outcomes for their children, according to a new study.
 
Recently, federal and state government officials and wind energy advocates tried to quell Brunswick County residents’ serious economic concerns about offshore wind turbines spoiling ocean views and harming tourism
Recently, federal and state government officials and wind energy advocates tried to quell Brunswick County residents’ serious economic concerns about offshore wind turbines spoiling ocean views and harming tourism
 
Secret Service agents are reportedly set to testify at the end of this week after being subpoenaed by a federal grand jury in the criminal investigation into former President Donald Trump’s handling of classified materials.
Secret Service agents are reportedly set to testify at the end of this week after being subpoenaed by a federal grand jury in the criminal investigation into former President Donald Trump’s handling of classified materials.
 
On Monday, North Carolina Senate leaders introduced a bill that would “bring much-needed balance and accountability to unelected boards and commissions,” according to a press release from Senate Leader Phil Berger, R-Rockingham.
On Monday, North Carolina Senate leaders introduced a bill that would “bring much-needed balance and accountability to unelected boards and commissions,” according to a press release from Senate Leader Phil Berger, R-Rockingham.
 
There is growing anticipation for a New York judge to place a gag order on Donald Trump, a move that may complicate the former president’s plan to deliver a speech after he is arraigned on Tuesday.
There is growing anticipation for a New York judge to place a gag order on Donald Trump, a move that may complicate the former president’s plan to deliver a speech after he is arraigned on Tuesday.
 
Florida Republican Governor Ron DeSantis signed a bill into law on Monday allowing Floridians to conceal carry a firearm without obtaining a permit.
Florida Republican Governor Ron DeSantis signed a bill into law on Monday allowing Floridians to conceal carry a firearm without obtaining a permit.
 
Saudi Arabia, whose relationship with the United States has taken a nosedive during President Joe Biden’s tenure, announced on Sunday it would lead the members of the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), including Russia, to cut over one million barrels of output a day
Saudi Arabia, whose relationship with the United States has taken a nosedive during President Joe Biden’s tenure, announced on Sunday it would lead the members of the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), including Russia, to cut over one million barrels of output a day
 
Unaffiliated voters are defending their federal lawsuit challenging the N.C. State Board of Elections. They object that state law guarantees only Democrats and Republicans can serve on the board.
Unaffiliated voters are defending their federal lawsuit challenging the N.C. State Board of Elections. They object that state law guarantees only Democrats and Republicans can serve on the board.
 
Former Manhattan District Attorney Cy Vance Jr. shared a word of caution on Sunday in response to former President Donald Trump venting as he faces an unprecedented indictment.
Former Manhattan District Attorney Cy Vance Jr. shared a word of caution on Sunday in response to former President Donald Trump venting as he faces an unprecedented indictment.
 
Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) appeared to leave “60 Minutes” host Lesley Stahl speechless when she doubled down on claims that the Democratic Party was “the party of pedophiles.”
Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) appeared to leave “60 Minutes” host Lesley Stahl speechless when she doubled down on claims that the Democratic Party was “the party of pedophiles.”
 
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