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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."The best Mexican markets in North Carolina
| April 3, 2026
These highly rated Mexican markets in North Carolina carry heaps of tasty Latin treats and groceries.Billy Ball Explains NC: GOP judges issue a devastating ruling for public schools
| April 3, 2026
By throwing out the Leandro case, Republican justices on the NC Supreme Court have dealt a major blow to public schools. So what now?NC Supreme Court throws out Leandro school funding orders
| April 2, 2026
The GOP-dominated NC Supreme Court decision vacates a 2023 trial court order requiring the state to transfer hundreds of millions of dollars for public education.Video: Rep. Deborah Ross blasts Duke Energy’s plan for an 18% rate hike
| April 2, 2026
Congresswoman Deborah Ross on Monday spoke out against Duke Energy’s request for an 18% rate hike, criticizing the energy giant for trying to raise prices on already-struggling North Carolina households.Trump issues ‘unconstitutional’ order to limit mail-in voting as poll numbers plummet
| April 1, 2026
Trump’s executive order is just his latest effort to restrict voting rights and alter the makeup of the electorate amid slumping popularity and dismal approval ratings.‘No Kings’ is over, but here is how you can still get involved in North Carolina
| April 1, 2026
Across North Carolina, there are opportunities to get involved in your community and make a difference in the aftermath of the 'No Kings' protests. From in-person town halls to virtual events, there is something for everyone.Joro spiders are back. Here’s where they’re found in North Carolina
| April 1, 2026
In North Carolina, Joro spiders were first spotted in the western region of the state, and the state's established population has largely remained in western NC.Western North Carolina artist conserves 62 acres near Green River Game Land
| April 1, 2026
Western North Carolina artist Karen-Eve Bayne learned to give back when she was growing up. Today, she's doing that with a plan that conserves huge tracts near the Green River Game Land.NC ad campaign calls for AI regulations to ‘protect what’s human’
| March 31, 2026
An AI advocacy group has launched an $8 million ad campaign in NC and four other states to persuade lawmakers to act before it is too late.Life-saving medications rescued a Halifax County man from fentanyl addiction
| March 31, 2026
The opioid crisis has claimed the lives of tens of thousands of North Carolinians. While some patients are able to access medication to treat addiction, most adults seeking treatment still struggle to access medications for Opioid Use Disorder.Video: NC teacher speaks out on public education funding at ‘No Kings’
| March 31, 2026
At "No Kings" in Raleigh, a NC teacher talks about why it's so important for her to speak out on education funding.
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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.Billy Ball Explains NC: 3 North Carolina women who changed history
| March 23, 2026
Three stories of history-making North Carolina women who should be household names. It's the latest episode of Billy Ball Explains NC.Good News Friday: Duke ‘Homegrown’ program invests $203 million in jobs, housing
| March 20, 2026
Duke makes a splash with its Homegrown program. Plus, the state honors one of NC's most successful craft breweries, and a meaningful investment in women’s sports by the Carolina Panthers owner.Ancient Cherokee mound in North Carolina returns to Cherokee ownership
| March 13, 2026
Built about 1,000 years ago, the Noquisiyi Mound (pronounced no-KWEE-shee-yee and previously known as Nikwasi) is one of the most culturally significant sites in the entire region. Recently, the Cherokee mound returned to tribal ownership.Good News Friday: Queens University heads to the NCAA Tournament for the first time
| March 13, 2026
The NCAA has a new Cinderella in Queens University. Plus, Temple Grandin tours North Carolina and bipartisan lawmakers get behind public education.
