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The North Carolina Senate has passed a bill aimed at preventing bias against farmers who rely on fossil fuels when seeking loans. Allison Riggs is set to be sworn in to the NC Supreme Court following a six-month legal dispute. Schools across the state have been targeted in a Bitcoin extortion scheme linked to a […]
The U.S. and China have announced a 90-day reduction in tariffs following new trade negotiations. The North Carolina House is calling for a convention of states to address what it describes as an unsustainable national debt. Donald Trump has endorsed NCGOP Chairman Jason Simmons for re-election. Tourism in North Carolina hit a record high in […]
Donald Trump has dropped his support for Martin following pressure from Senator Thom Tillis. A new report gives the North Carolina State Board of Elections a ‘C’ grade for its handling of the 2024 election. McNabb testified before a DOGE subcommittee. Tobacco farmers are expressing hope that a new trade deal will improve market conditions. […]
Justice Jefferson Griffin has officially conceded his North Carolina Supreme Court race to Allison Riggs. A GOP-led state election board has appointed a new director, chair, and secretary, signaling a shift in leadership. In the legislature, a House bill aims to ease DMV backlogs, and lawmakers have unanimously passed a measure to cap emergency ambulance […]
Lawmakers frustrated with their own homeowners associations are pushing for reforms to better protect property owners. A new House bill would legalize the sale of raw milk in North Carolina. Lieutenant Governor Farley has warned that a recent court decision could undermine the authority of the Council of State. REAL ID requirements take effect today, […]
A federal judge has ruled in favor of Allison Riggs, ordering her to be certified as the winner of the North Carolina Supreme Court race. The NC Sheriffs’ Association has clarified that cooperation with ICE is voluntary, not mandatory. China is scaling back imports of several major North Carolina exports, raising economic concerns. Meanwhile, Carrboro […]
Jon Sanders of the John Locke Foundation warns that activist-driven bureaucracy is hindering progress on the state’s energy future, in the report ‘Power Plays: How an Activist Bureaucracy Obstructs NC’s Energy Future, and What to Do About It’. Rep. Sarah Stevens has filed to run in the 2026 North Carolina Supreme Court race.  Congressional candidates Pat […]
The North Carolina House has approved state investments in digital assets and passed a ban on DEI programs in public institutions. Briner is seeking to intervene in the ongoing legal battle over a utilities commission appointment. Boliek’s new appointments to the state election board are being seen as a significant shift in political power. A […]
The North Carolina Appeals Court has blocked a lower court ruling that favored Governor Stein in a dispute over election oversight. Former state Rep. Paul Tine has been appointed as the new commissioner of the NCDMV. A judge granted two additional days for final legal arguments in the Griffin-Riggs election case, and lawmakers are considering […]
Boliek is seeking a Court of Appeals order to uphold a shift in election oversight. Brianna Kraemer of the Carolina Journal reports that North Carolina lawmakers are increasing funding to address PFAS contamination. $55 million in grants are being made available to support small businesses in Western North Carolina. Kraemer also reports that the state […]
HUD approved a $1.4 billion disaster recovery grant for Western North Carolina, and the State Emergency Response Commission gave an update on Helene recovery efforts in the region. Theresa Opeka of Carolina Journal discussed the state’s response to Helene. A budget proposal would double the sports-betting tax, with Jon Sanders from the John Locke Foundation […]
Riggs rejected Griffin’s request for clarification in a North Carolina election dispute, shifting the case to the NC Supreme Court and Justice Myers. Governor Stein asked FEMA for more time to cover Helene recovery costs. Senator Tillis proposed streamlining relief for small businesses affected by Helene. Brianna Kraemer reported that lawmakers are preparing for subscription-based […]