In about face, NC Republicans agree to fund $319 million Medicaid shortfall
| April 22, 2026
Since last August, Republicans repeatedly accused Democrats of lying about needing $319 million to fill a funding gap in the state’s Medicaid program. On Tuesday they provided just that amount.Video: North Carolina teachers leaving because ‘they can’t afford to stay’
| April 22, 2026
One of NC's top education leaders warns that North Carolina teachers are leaving in droves. Here's why.Your guide to taking action in North Carolina, April 24-30
| April 22, 2026
This week in North Carolina, you can attend protests, marches, and a conversation with Timothy Snyder, author of "On Tyranny: Twenty Lessons from the Twentieth Century."Billy Ball Explains NC: Republicans don’t want you to know THIS about rising gas prices
| April 22, 2026
Right now, you can draw a straight line between the war that President Trump started in Iran and gas prices. We did the math.Video: Western NC still lacks funds to rebuild after Helene
| April 22, 2026
More than a year after Helene tore through western NC, a state lawmaker talks about the lack of recovery funding from the state and federal governments.See 6 western NC destinations that are perfect for a long weekend trip
| April 21, 2026
A whopping six western NC destinations placed on WorldAtlas' list of best spots for a long weekend. All told, North Carolina landed 12 spots on the list.Woman banned from Chuck Edwards’ McDonald’s after marching band protest
| April 21, 2026
How a western North Carolina woman was banned from McDonald's owned by Congressman Chuck Edwards following a marching band protest.These Great Smoky Mountains trails are closed because of encounters with bears
| April 21, 2026
Here's why a few tense encounters with bears in the Great Smoky Mountains has officials concerned.Trailing in US Senate race, NC Republicans launch probe to go after Roy Cooper
| April 21, 2026
With Republicans facing an uphill climb to beat Roy Cooper, they've created a partisan commission to "investigate" the Democratic candidate.Opinion: On marijuana, North Carolina needs to join the 21st century
| April 20, 2026
Today, North Carolina is one of 10 states in the US without medical marijuana or some kind of regulated adult-use market. We’re a throwback, and not in any kind of good way.3 things happening in NC: Last stand for North Carolina hemp industry?
| April 20, 2026
The hemp industry in North Carolina is hoping for a rescue before November. Plus, annual festivals in Mebane and Greenville celebrate culture and … pirates.NC lawmakers return to Raleigh this week. Here’s what that means for Medicaid and teacher pay
| April 20, 2026
The General Assembly returns for a “short session,” a legislative calendar that’s intended merely for tweaks, but will instead feature a lengthy to-do list of unfinished business and potential surprises.
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Woman banned from Chuck Edwards’ McDonald’s after marching band protest
| April 21, 2026
How a western North Carolina woman was banned from McDonald's owned by Congressman Chuck Edwards following a marching band protest.Good News Friday: Jeff Jackson’s Live Nation win could mean cheaper tickets
| April 17, 2026
North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson announces a big win over Live Nation, and it could save all of us on ticket prices. Plus, Navy aircraft center preps for Kinston and details emerge about Disney's plans for Pittsboro.Here’s where Wilmington Riverwalk landed on a list of the best in the country
| April 15, 2026
Stretching across historic downtown along the Cape Fear River, the Wilmington Riverwalk was named among the 10 best in the nation by USA TODAY readers.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."
