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ICE deported two Durham kids and their parents after routine check-in, Siembra NC says
| April 10, 2026
“This family was lured into the check-in office under a false pretense of safety, and they were ripped away from their lives, from their school, and deported in about 48 hours,” Siembra said.From Iowa to North Carolina, neighbors are gathering—and asking what’s next
| April 10, 2026
As economic strain deepens across the country, neighbors like Marvinna, Cindy, and Allen are starting small—by gathering around coffee tables and dinner tables to talk about what’s next, how to cope, and how to rebuild community together.Billy Ball Explains NC: Secret ICE hold rooms are in NC. Here’s where.
| April 10, 2026
New reporting reveals secret ICE hold rooms across the country, including three right here in North Carolina. In a new Billy Ball Explains NC, we tell you what you need to know.The Trump administration wants to gut coal ash cleanup rules
| April 10, 2026
“The Trump administration just took a sledgehammer to the health protections in place for toxic coal pollution," said Lisa Evans, senior counsel at environmental group Earthjustice. "This is yet another handout to the coal power industry at the expense of our health, water, and wallets."Good News Friday: This historic Revolutionary War document is returning home to North Carolina
| April 10, 2026
The Halifax Resolves, a crucial Revolutionary War document, announced North Carolina's plans to declare independence. Plus, a slate of new Helene recovery programs.This ‘totally underrated’ Wilmington-shot movie is now a cult classic
| April 10, 2026
"Empire Records" flopped at the box office, but it's soared with film-lovers in the 31 years since its release. But did you know it was filmed in Wilmington? Here's where.North Carolina is the nation’s top producer of these two things
| April 9, 2026
North Carolina produces two crops at greater volume than any other US state—learn what they are and their history in NC.‘In a very bad place’: A western NC county’s wait for federal Helene reimbursement
| April 9, 2026
Henderson County in western NC has spent millions on storm damage, but local leaders say they're still waiting for federal Helene reimbursement from the Trump administration.Gov. Josh Stein urges review of data center tax breaks as cost to NC residents rise
| April 9, 2026
Right now, North Carolina provides big tax breaks to data centers. As they proliferate across NC, Gov. Josh Stein says the state should revisit the issue.North Carolina’s drought makes this weekend’s ‘good’ weather into bad news
| April 9, 2026
This weekend's forecast is warm, dry weather. But that's bad news for North Carolina's ongoing drought.Your guide to taking action in North Carolina, April 10-16
| April 8, 2026
Across North Carolina, there are opportunities to get involved in your community and make a difference. From in-person town halls to virtual events, there is something for everyone.ECU Health’s plan to reopen rural NC hospital offers hope to Martin County
| April 8, 2026
A rural NC community in Martin County has been without a local hospital for three years now. But ECU Health has a plan to reopen it as a "Rural Emergency" hospital.
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From Iowa to North Carolina, neighbors are gathering—and asking what’s next
| April 10, 2026
As economic strain deepens across the country, neighbors like Marvinna, Cindy, and Allen are starting small—by gathering around coffee tables and dinner tables to talk about what’s next, how to cope, and how to rebuild community together.Good News Friday: This historic Revolutionary War document is returning home to North Carolina
| April 10, 2026
The Halifax Resolves, a crucial Revolutionary War document, announced North Carolina's plans to declare independence. Plus, a slate of new Helene recovery programs.This ‘totally underrated’ Wilmington-shot movie is now a cult classic
| April 10, 2026
"Empire Records" flopped at the box office, but it's soared with film-lovers in the 31 years since its release. But did you know it was filmed in Wilmington? Here's where.North Carolina is the nation’s top producer of these two things
| April 9, 2026
North Carolina produces two crops at greater volume than any other US state—learn what they are and their history in NC.Good News Friday: An NC State grad makes history with moon trip
| April 3, 2026
Astronaut Christina Koch, an NC State grad, heads to the moon. Plus, hundreds of thousands of eggs donated for Easter and an owl returns home in Cardinal & Pine's "Good News Friday."Good News Friday: Raleigh honors three hero cops behind local water rescues
| March 27, 2026
Three hero cops in Raleigh get their roses. Plus, the western NC town of Weaverville finally breaks ground on a long-delayed hospital. This is Good News Friday.Opinion: Mark Robinson’s comeback lacked one big thing—an apology
| March 27, 2026
Mark Robinson, a disgraced Republican candidate for North Carolina governor, teased a comeback with a new “tell-all” interview. But he owes more than that to the millions of North Carolinians he insulted with his hateful campaigning.All about the Barn Dinner Theatre in NC, the oldest dinner theater in America
| March 23, 2026
Enjoy dinner and a show at Barn Dinner Theatre—the country’s longest-running dinner theater. Learn more about the iconic dinnertainment establishment.
