5 of the best international markets in Greensboro
| December 5, 2025
These five can’t-miss international markets in Greensboro stand out not only because of what they sell, but because of what they make possible.ICE begins a ‘clear escalation’ of arrests in the Triangle, Siembra NC says
| December 5, 2025
The arrests have included several people who were in the final stages of the process to gain legal status, the immigrant rights group says.Hidden PFAS pollution uncovered in NC as EPA proposes reporting rollback
| December 5, 2025
As researchers uncover even more PFAS contamination in NC, the Trump administration wants to loosen PFAS regulations.Good News Friday: Gov. Josh Stein announces $5 million in grants for rural NC
| December 5, 2025
This week's Good News Friday roundup includes big "Giving Tuesday" gifts, rural improvements announced by Gov. Josh Stein, and a major honor for a Charlotte museum.More industries want a break from Trump immigration policies
| December 4, 2025
The Trump administration gave a break to farms after his immigration crackdown left them short on workers. Now other industries are asking for the same break from Trump immigration policies.Which NC cities are best to retire in? Here’s how they rank
| December 4, 2025
A new WalletHub listing takes a look at the top 182 US cities to retire in. NC cities didn't fare too well.Greensboro’s 2 best independent grocery stores
| December 4, 2025
In Greensboro, these independent grocery stores play a critical role in local food accessibility and offer an alternative to big-box chains.Durham, NC: The traveler’s guide to Bull City
| December 4, 2025
Durham’s art, dining, outdoor, and sports scenes make it an all-weather city; it’s worthy of a visit any time of year.Congressman Don Davis files for reelection in a district Republicans stacked against him
| December 3, 2025
A federal court recently approved a new 2026 election map intended to make it impossible for Davis, the incumbent Democrat, to win. But that Republican calculus may not be as certain as it once seemed.7 big reasons why everything is so expensive right now in NC
| December 3, 2025
Groceries are too expensive. The social safety net is weaker than ever. And people in NC communities could really use your generosity this year.Video: Cardinal & Pine’s Michael McElroy talks NC immigration raids
| December 2, 2025
Cardinal & Pine's Michael McElroy says when people voted for Trump in 2024, they probably weren't envisioning the NC immigration raids we're seeing today.4-day school weeks grow in popularity across the US, but what are the effects?
| December 2, 2025
School districts in rural places are increasingly turning to 4-day school weeks, but there's mixed data on how the change impacts students.
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Good News Friday: Gov. Josh Stein announces $5 million in grants for rural NC
| December 5, 2025
This week's Good News Friday roundup includes big "Giving Tuesday" gifts, rural improvements announced by Gov. Josh Stein, and a major honor for a Charlotte museum.Which NC cities are best to retire in? Here’s how they rank
| December 4, 2025
A new WalletHub listing takes a look at the top 182 US cities to retire in. NC cities didn't fare too well.7 big reasons why everything is so expensive right now in NC
| December 3, 2025
Groceries are too expensive. The social safety net is weaker than ever. And people in NC communities could really use your generosity this year.Maggie Valley elk gets help after becoming tangled in a toddler swing
| December 2, 2025
On November 28, Maggie Valley residents spotted an elk with a toddler’s swing stuck in its antlers. Today, the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission went out to help—here’s what you need to know.3 things happening in NC this week: Iryna’s Law and the 2026 election begins now
| December 1, 2025
Our picks for 3 things happening this week in NC: Iryna's Law takes effect, despite concerns. The 2026 election officially begins, and the chance to be a viking in Oxford.Activists boycott Rep. Chuck Edwards’ McDonald’s over his support of SNAP cuts
| November 26, 2025
A NC civil rights group says it is asking people to boycott US Rep. Chuck Edwards' fast food restaurants, including McDonald's, because of his vote to cut food benefits for poor people.Meet the NC turkeys pardoned this Thanksgiving
| November 26, 2025
Every Thanksgiving since 1989, leaders in America have offered a reprieve to a few lucky gobblers. Here are the NC turkeys pardoned this year.The ‘disaster’ of NC’s disaster recovery office, ReBuild NC
| November 24, 2025
Also known as ReBuild NC, the agency wasn’t good at rebuilding, monitoring budgets, overseeing contractors or helping hurricane victims, many of whom were left living in motels for years while their homes were supposedly being rebuilt.
