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The aftermath of the 2026 midterm elections in North Carolina
The 2026 midterms saw victories across North Carolina and the US for Democrats. Democrats now control both the US House and Senate in a repudiation of President Donald Trump’s agenda. Next year, Democrats are poised to lead the NC House of Representatives for the first time since 2010. The party swept all statewide judicial races,…
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How impressive was Roy Cooper’s US Senate victory?
US Sen.-elect Roy Cooper received 1.728 million early votes, enough to win even if he hadn’t received a single vote on Election Day.
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Why North Carolina’s midterm turnout was so astonishing
North Carolina turnout hasn’t been this high since 1990. Plus, a post-Helene rescue mission and a state park gets bigger and prettier.
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Asheville area voters approve $70M in new bonds for housing, open space
Buncombe County’s voters have authorized local government to borrow $70 million over the next 20 years for housing and open spaces.
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Are NC animal shelters overcrowded? Here are the 2025 euthanasia rates
A report confirms that overcrowding remains a problem in NC animal shelters, with more than a quarter of all dogs and cats reportedly euthanized in 2025.
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North Carolina voters pass all 3 constitutional amendments on ballot
The amendments authorize lawmakers to impose limits on local governments’ power to raise property taxes, cap the state income tax, and require photo ID for all voters — not just those voting in person.
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North Carolina’s 2026 election: Democrats’ big night keeps getting bigger
Democrats claimed big wins in the US Senate, US House, the courts, and won a majority in one chamber of the NC General Assembly.
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What are we voting for today, Nov. 3, in North Carolina? What’s on the ballot
The 2026 midterm general election is today, with 14 North Carolina U.S. House Seats and one U.S. Senate seat up for election.
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What do I need to vote in NC? ID requirements on Election Day
Election Day is here, and North Carolina residents should know what ID is required for voters.
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Roy Cooper looks to flip North Carolina Senate seat by defeating Republican Michael Whatley
Roy Cooper’s North Carolina race is one of Democrats’ best chances to flip a Republican-held seat as they try to win back control of the chamber.
