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'We're dumping money into the ocean': Outer Banks seeks state help for long-term NC 12 fix • NC Newsline Three months before the start of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, Dare and Hyde County officials urged state lawmakers Thursday to help them fund a more permanent solution to maintain North Carolin...

‘We’re dumping money into the ocean’: Outer Banks seeks state help for long-term NC 12 fix ncnewsline.com/2026/03/05/w... via @ncnewsline.com

Former Congressman Wiley Nickel cruises to win primary for Wake County District Attorney • NC Newsline With 95% of the precincts reporting, it appears former Democratic U.S. House Rep. Wiley Nickel will win the Wake County DA's race with 49% vote in unofficial returns.

Former Congressman Wiley Nickel cruises to win primary for Wake County District Attorney ncnewsline.com/2026/03/03/f...

Stein urges North Carolinians to be vigilant as war escalates in Iran • NC Newsline North Carolina Governor Josh Stein used Tuesday's Council of State meeting to remind North Carolinians to stay vigilant as President Donald Trump suggests the war against Iran could take four to five ...

NC Gov. Josh Stein urges North Carolinians to be vigilant as war escalates in Iran ncnewsline.com/2026/03/03/s... #ncpol

UNC-CH scraps 'surreptitious' recording policy; some faculty still have concerns • NC Newsline University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Chancellor Lee Roberts drew applause Friday when he announced that the university would rescind its policy of recording faculty without their knowledge.

UNC-CH scraps ‘surreptitious’ recording policy; some faculty still have concerns ncnewsline.com/2026/03/02/u... #ncpol #AAUP

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Faculty leader addresses critics as UNC System defines 'academic freedom' • NC Newsline The UNC System Board of Governors wasted little time on Thursday in approving a definition for academic freedom that has been a year in the making. The policy protects the rights of all faculty to eng...

Faculty leader addresses critics as UNC System defines ‘academic freedom’ ncnewsline.com/2026/02/26/f... #unc #ncpol

Speed hits another bump: NC Auditor says town should dissolve • NC Newsline The town’s board has adopted a resolution of intent to dissolve Speed's charter after an audit highlighted $3,507.15 in unauthorized charges.

A total of $3,507.15 in unauthorized charges were withdrawn from the town’s accounts, according to the audit. Some of those funds were wrongfully spent on gift cards, electronics, groceries and even dog treats. ncnewsline.com/2026/02/25/s...

UNC Board of Governors poised to increase tuition despite pushback from prominent conservative • NC Newsline The University of North Carolina Board of Governors is widely expected to grant approval Thursday to 12 universities seeking tuition increases.

As the UNC Board of Governors is poised to increase tuition, a prominent conservative pushes back ncnewsline.com/2026/02/25/u...

NC businesses, conservatives celebrate Supreme Court ruling striking down Trump tariffs • NC Newsline Friday's 6-3 U.S. Supreme Court ruling striking down President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs was welcome news for small business.

A coalition of over 800 small businesses launched a national sign-on letter Friday that calls on the Trump administration and Congress to deliver “full, fast, and automatic” tariff refunds. ncnewsline.com/2026/02/20/n...

After years of conservative pushback, Holly Springs town council adopts nondiscrimination ordinance • NC Newsline Holly Springs joins eight other municipalities within Wake County — including Raleigh, Cary, and Apex — that have signed on to the nondiscrimination ordinance since 2022.

After years of conservative pushback, Holly Springs town council adopts nondiscrimination ordinance ncnewsline.com/2026/02/18/a...

North Carolinians honor civil rights leader Rev. Jesse L. Jackson • NC Newsline North Carolina leaders are remembering the life and legacy of civil rights leader Rev. Jesse L. Jackson, who died Tuesday at the age of 84.

North Carolinians honor civil rights leader Rev. Jesse L. Jackson ncnewsline.com/2026/02/17/n...

Tariffs sour Valentine’s for North Carolina's small business entrepreneurs • NC Newsline Many of the gifts that define Valentine’s, especially flowers and chocolates, rely heavily on imports which have been affected by tariffs.

If you are celebrating Valentine’s Day this weekend, chances are you’ve noticed it’s going to cost more to demonstrate your love. ncnewsline.com/2026/02/13/t
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Cooper casts ballot on the first day of North Carolina’s early voting • NC Newsline Former Governor Roy Cooper smiled broadly and exchanged pleasantries with poll workers at Chavis Community Center as he cast his ballot on the first day of early in person voting in the U.S. Senate ra...

Former Democratic Governor and U.S. Senate candidate Roy Cooper encouraged voters to take advantage of early voting and to make their voices heard on issues of affordability. ncnewsline.com/2026/02/12/c... @ncnewsline.com

Advocates launch new campaign urging NC lawmakers to address rising cost of living • NC Newsline North Carolinians who suffered through an unseasonably cold and snowy January are just now beginning to see the true cost of trying to stay warm. Ty McFarland with the North Carolina League of Conserv...

"Behind every data point is a person making an impossible choice – whether to fill a prescription or pay the power bill or put gas in the car to get to work." ncnewsline.com/2026/02/10/a... via @ncnewsline.com

North Carolina college students lose court battle to open early voting sites on campus • NC Newsline U.S. District Judge William L. Osteen denied a motion for a preliminary injunction for North Carolina college students seeking to have polling sites available on their campuses when early voting begin...

North Carolina college students lose court battle to open early voting sites on campus ncnewsline.com/briefs/north...

Legislators suggest revisiting how NCDOT funds transportation projects • NC Newsline North Carolina’s transportation needs continue to outpace available funding. The State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) has $31.4 billion available for the next ten years, but there are $144 ...

If you've ever wondered why some road projects seemingly take forever to complete, NCDOT officials answered that question this week. They also warned lawmakers competition for limited dollars is only growing. ncnewsline.com/2026/02/06/l... @ncnewsline.com

Super Bowl LX may be the biggest betting event of the year. Some UNC faculty worry about the stakes. • NC Newsline North Carolinians wagered over $7 billion through online sportsbooks in 2025. Some faculty worry about the rise of college-age bettors.

Super Bowl LX may be the biggest betting event of the year. Some UNC faculty worry about the stakes. ncnewsline.com/2026/02/04/s...

NC insurance chief seeks help for Outer Banks as historic storm topples four more homes • NC Newsline "There's some angry people out there," Causey told members of the Council of State on Tuesday. "That makes a total of 31 homes that have collapsed since 2020."

NC insurance chief seeks help for Outer Banks as historic storm topples four more homes ncnewsline.com/2026/02/03/n...

Need another reason to vaccinate against measles? The virus can cause immune amnesia. • NC Newsline A study by Harvard Medical School researchers found that measles can erase from 11% to 73% of the different antibodies that previously made an individual immune to other illnesses.

Need another reason to vaccinate against measles? The virus can cause immune amnesia. ncnewsline.com/2026/02/02/n...

UNC System moves to define academic freedom • NC Newsline The UNC Systems' Committee on University Governance gave an initial nod Wednesday to a formal definition for academic freedom.

NC members of the American Association of University Professors say the UNC System's proposed definition for academic freedom is vague and problematic ncnewsline.com/2026/01/29/u...

North Carolinians gather to find hope, peace in journey of Buddhist monks • NC Newsline With a massive winter storm just hours away, North Carolinians found warmth and hope Friday in a message of peace from a procession of Buddhist monks.

With a massive winter storm just hours away, North Carolinians found warmth and hope Friday in a message of peace from a procession of Buddhist monks. ncnewsline.com/2026/01/23/n... #nc #WalkforPeace

N.C. State Board of Elections overrules local board in candidate challenge • NC Newsline The North Carolina State Board of Elections voted 3-2 Tuesday to overrule the Wilson County Board of Elections in favor of a Republican candidate seeking to run for sheriff.

N.C. State Board of Elections overrules local board in candidate challenge - a Democratic member warns decision opens ‘a Pandora’s box.’ ncnewsline.com/2026/01/20/n...

NC governor calls politicization of university leadership 'absolutely counterproductive' • NC Newsline As a former chairman resigns from the UNC-CH Board of Trustees, Gov. Stein says he would like to see less partisan politics in higher ed leadership.

NC governor calls politicization of university leadership ‘absolutely counterproductive’ ncnewsline.com/briefs/nc-go...

Two NC children die from firearms each week. State agency wants consistent funding to combat that. • NC Newsline NC S.A.F.E. campaign wants lawmakers to earmark $2.26 million in recurring funds to keep its gun safety messaging front and center.

Two NC children die from firearms each week. State agency wants consistent funding to combat that. ncnewsline.com/2026/01/13/t...

NC Bishop Barber condemns shooting by ICE agent, promotes Selma-like march for justice • NC Newsline NC Bishop Barber condemns shooting of Renee Good by ICE agent; promotes 'This is Our Selma' march for justice from Wilson to Raleigh

Bishop William J. Barber II choked back emotion as he reflected on Wednesday’s untimely death of Renee Nicole Good, the 37-year-old mother who was fatally shot by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer in Minneapolis. ncnewsline.com/2026/01/09/n...

As AI gains ground, NC academics and job seekers look for an edge • NC Newsline 2026 starts with thousands of jobs absorbed by artificial intelligence. North Carolina academics and job seekers wonder how to improve employability in an AI world.

2026 starts with thousands of jobs absorbed by artificial intelligence. NC academics and job seekers look for an edge: ncnewsline.com/2026/01/08/a... @ncnewsline.com

Appeals Court sides with NC General Assembly in latest lawsuit over appointment powers • NC Newsline The NC Court of Appeals has ruled in favor of the General Assembly over Governor Josh Stein in a challenge involving judicial appointments and a restructuring of the state's Utilities Commission.

Gov. Josh Stein plans to appeal the decision ncnewsline.com/2026/01/07/a...

NC Justice Anita Earls reveals breast cancer diagnosis, will continue reelection campaign • NC Newsline North Carolina Supreme Court Justice Anita Earls shared the news Tuesday afternoon that she was diagnosed with breast cancer late last year.

NC Justice Anita Earls reveals breast cancer diagnosis, will continue reelection campaign ncnewsline.com/2026/01/06/j... #ncpol

North Carolina faith leaders, advocates outline legislative wish list ahead of 2026 session • NC Newsline North Carolina faith leaders gathered at the General Assembly Monday to advocate for policies that they believe will improve the lives of all North Carolinians in the new year.

"Choose courage over convenience. Choose children over ideology.” • NC Newsline share.google/i4jCHfSplpkg... #ncpol

Davis joins NC Republicans in praising raid in Venezuela; Ross questions constitutionality of action • NC Newsline Saturday's news that the United States has captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and will run the country during a transition is being met with mixed emotion by North Carolina's elected officia...

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