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Legislation to significantly expand education savings accounts in North Carolina—or ESAs, as they are commonly known—was introduced in the General Assembly earlier this week.
Legislation to significantly expand education savings accounts in North Carolina—or ESAs, as they are commonly known—was introduced in the General Assembly earlier this week.
 
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) said Monday that authorities seized fentanyl mixed with a pharmaceutical drug used to sedate animals in 48 states, warning the American public of a widespread threat.
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) said Monday that authorities seized fentanyl mixed with a pharmaceutical drug used to sedate animals in 48 states, warning the American public of a widespread threat.
 
If Hillary Clinton had her way, restrictions placed on drag performances would become a thing of the past.
If Hillary Clinton had her way, restrictions placed on drag performances would become a thing of the past.
 
Former N.C. political donor Greg Lindberg's retrial on bribery and fraud charges is set for Nov. 6.
Former N.C. political donor Greg Lindberg's retrial on bribery and fraud charges is set for Nov. 6.
 
Fox News war correspondent Benjamin Hall detailed the events leading up to his brush with death in Ukraine while covering the early days of Russia’s invasion of the country.
Fox News war correspondent Benjamin Hall detailed the events leading up to his brush with death in Ukraine while covering the early days of Russia’s invasion of the country.
 
Fayetteville native Brian Tyree Henry was among those nominated for an Oscar in this year’s 95th Annual Academy Awards. He was recognized for his role as James in the film “Causeway.”
Fayetteville native Brian Tyree Henry was among those nominated for an Oscar in this year’s 95th Annual Academy Awards. He was recognized for his role as James in the film “Causeway.”
 
The White House press briefing room erupted on Monday after a reporter from an Africa-focused outlet accused press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre of making a “mockery of the First Amendment.”
The White House press briefing room erupted on Monday after a reporter from an Africa-focused outlet accused press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre of making a “mockery of the First Amendment.”
 
By a vote of 111-2, the N.C. House approved a bill today to re-evaluate four-year college degree requirements for state jobs.
By a vote of 111-2, the N.C. House approved a bill today to re-evaluate four-year college degree requirements for state jobs.
 
A federal judge has granted N.C. legislative leaders' request to intervene in a lawsuit challenging the state's abortion pill restrictions.
A federal judge has granted N.C. legislative leaders' request to intervene in a lawsuit challenging the state's abortion pill restrictions.
 
“White Fragility” author Robin DiAngelo offered a separatist proposition in which she advocated for racial segregation, prompting conservatives to note that “Dilbert” creator Scott Adams was vilified and reportedly lost 80% of his income
“White Fragility” author Robin DiAngelo offered a separatist proposition in which she advocated for racial segregation, prompting conservatives to note that “Dilbert” creator Scott Adams was vilified and reportedly lost 80% of his income
 
Plans to build electric vehicles at a proposed EV production plant in Chatham County have hit another pothole. Vietnamese electric vehicle maker VinFast announced Friday that it will push off production until 2025.
Plans to build electric vehicles at a proposed EV production plant in Chatham County have hit another pothole. Vietnamese electric vehicle maker VinFast announced Friday that it will push off production until 2025.
 
The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) announced on Monday that the bidding process for remaining assets at the defunct Silicon Valley Bank would be extended due to “substantial interest” from possible acquirers.
The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) announced on Monday that the bidding process for remaining assets at the defunct Silicon Valley Bank would be extended due to “substantial interest” from possible acquirers.
 
Sen. Ted Cruz introduces legislation to prevent the Biden administration from creating a centralized bank
Sen. Ted Cruz introduces legislation to prevent the Biden administration from creating a centralized bank
 
Some 186 financial institutions in the United States are vulnerable to a collapse if uninsured depositors seek to withdraw their funds, according to a study from analysts with the National Bureau of Economic Research.
Some 186 financial institutions in the United States are vulnerable to a collapse if uninsured depositors seek to withdraw their funds, according to a study from analysts with the National Bureau of Economic Research.
 
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services will host a live Cafecito and Spanish-language tele-town hall on Tuesday, March 28, from 6 to 7 p.m.
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services will host a live Cafecito and Spanish-language tele-town hall on Tuesday, March 28, from 6 to 7 p.m.
 
Florida Republican Governor Ron DeSantis responded on Monday to reports that former President Donald Trump could be indicted this week, calling the situation a “manufactured circus” by a prosecutor “trying to virtue signal for his base.”
Florida Republican Governor Ron DeSantis responded on Monday to reports that former President Donald Trump could be indicted this week, calling the situation a “manufactured circus” by a prosecutor “trying to virtue signal for his base.”
 
Miami Beach, Florida, issued a state of emergency and imposed a curfew after two people were killed in separate fatal shooting incidents over the weekend.
Miami Beach, Florida, issued a state of emergency and imposed a curfew after two people were killed in separate fatal shooting incidents over the weekend.
 
Washington-Warren Airport (KOCW) will celebrate the groundbreaking of infrastructure projects on Friday, April 7 from 11:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.
Washington-Warren Airport (KOCW) will celebrate the groundbreaking of infrastructure projects on Friday, April 7 from 11:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.
 
Expansion will provide coverage to more than 100,000 eastern North Carolinians
Expansion will provide coverage to more than 100,000 eastern North Carolinians
 
Sen. Tom Cotton (R-AR) said during an interview over the weekend that he expects President Joe Biden to sign legislation that was unanimously passed by Congress to declassify U.S. intelligence on the origins of the COVID pandemic.
Sen. Tom Cotton (R-AR) said during an interview over the weekend that he expects President Joe Biden to sign legislation that was unanimously passed by Congress to declassify U.S. intelligence on the origins of the COVID pandemic.
 
The United States Supreme Court has already ruled equal representation of counties in state legislatures to be unconstitutional.
The United States Supreme Court has already ruled equal representation of counties in state legislatures to be unconstitutional.
 
Former President Donald Trump will be arraigned in a Manhattan courthouse on Tuesday afternoon after being indicted this week, court officials said on Friday.
Former President Donald Trump will be arraigned in a Manhattan courthouse on Tuesday afternoon after being indicted this week, court officials said on Friday.
 
Louisiana Republican lawmakers gained a significant upper hand after a longtime Democrat switched parties.
Louisiana Republican lawmakers gained a significant upper hand after a longtime Democrat switched parties.
 
Leftist billionaire George Soros denied that he knows or has donated money to Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg, who indicted former President Donald Trump on Thursday, but the prosecutor's campaign efforts were assisted by a group which Soros funds.
Leftist billionaire George Soros denied that he knows or has donated money to Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg, who indicted former President Donald Trump on Thursday, but the prosecutor's campaign efforts were assisted by a group which Soros funds.
 
Billionaire investor Warren Buffett reportedly spoke with Biden administration officials in recent days about contending with the banking crisis.
Billionaire investor Warren Buffett reportedly spoke with Biden administration officials in recent days about contending with the banking crisis.
 
On Thursday, the state Senate passed House Bill 40, Prevent Rioting and Civil Disorder, a bill that would increase penalties for damaging property while rioting.
On Thursday, the state Senate passed House Bill 40, Prevent Rioting and Civil Disorder, a bill that would increase penalties for damaging property while rioting.
 
Former New Jersey Republican Governor Chris Christie doubts an indictment would benefit former President Donald Trump’s 2024 election chances.
Former New Jersey Republican Governor Chris Christie doubts an indictment would benefit former President Donald Trump’s 2024 election chances.
 
The N.C. Supreme Court has rejected a friend-of-the-court brief in the Harper v. Hall redistricting case from Gov. Roy Cooper and Attorney General Josh Stein.
The N.C. Supreme Court has rejected a friend-of-the-court brief in the Harper v. Hall redistricting case from Gov. Roy Cooper and Attorney General Josh Stein.
 
Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg released a statement Thursday evening confirming that former President Donald Trump has been indicted and that plans are being made for him to surrender.
Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg released a statement Thursday evening confirming that former President Donald Trump has been indicted and that plans are being made for him to surrender.
 
Entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy, a 2024 candidate for the Republican presidential nomination, decried the prospect of former President Donald Trump being indicted.
Entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy, a 2024 candidate for the Republican presidential nomination, decried the prospect of former President Donald Trump being indicted.
 
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis quickly responded to news on Thursday that former President Donald Trump has been indicted by a Manhattan grand jury by calling into question the legitimacy of the case and saying that the state will not assist an extradition request.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis quickly responded to news on Thursday that former President Donald Trump has been indicted by a Manhattan grand jury by calling into question the legitimacy of the case and saying that the state will not assist an extradition request.
 
Gov. Roy Cooper unveiled his plan Wednesday that will put $1 billion into addressing North Carolina’s mental health and substance use crisis.
Gov. Roy Cooper unveiled his plan Wednesday that will put $1 billion into addressing North Carolina’s mental health and substance use crisis.
 
Former President Donald Trump responded on Thursday to being indicted by a Manhattan grand jury by saying that the case was an example of political persecution and election interference.
Former President Donald Trump responded on Thursday to being indicted by a Manhattan grand jury by saying that the case was an example of political persecution and election interference.
 
Michigan could be the first state in nearly 60 years to repeal a “Right to Work” (RTW) law.
 
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