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What is clean energy? And why does it matter?
In North Carolina, clean energy investments are crucial, as the state faces all of the most dire consequences of climate change: flooding, drought, extreme heat, and more.
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OPINION: The fight for public education in the wake of Hurricane Helene
In western NC communities hit hard by Helene, North Carolina public education is on the front lines of disaster recovery.
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Western NC leaders meet with Biden and congressional leaders on Hurricane Helene funding
Elected officials in North Carolina, led by Governor Roy Cooper, met with President Joe Biden and members of North Carolina’s congressional delegation last week to advocate for federal support for the state’s recovery from Hurricane Helene.
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41 tips to support small businesses this holiday season (on any budget)
Investing in small businesses helps foster community resilience and promote local economic growth, especially during the holidays.
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VIDEO: Why it matters that the NC Republican supermajority is over
Cardinal & Pine’s Michael McElroy explains why the end of the Republican supermajority in the NC General Assembly isn’t just a big deal for political insiders. It could have a big impact on your life.
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Mayor Smathers: Let’s come together and deliver for WNC
Governor Cooper, I believe you should veto this bill. And to every lawmaker in Raleigh: Then do what is right. Reject partisanship. Uphold the veto. Let’s show the people of WNC that their leaders are as strong, resilient, and determined as they are.
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A powerful NC lawmaker spread misinformation about elections. Here’s what NC’s top election official has to say about it.
Every word of NC election chief Karen Brinson Bell’s rebuttal of misinformation spread by NC Senate President Phil Berger.
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OPINION: Tight NC Supreme Court race proves again that every single vote matters
The election of a crucial seat on North Carolina’s highest court, which could have outsized power over abortion rights and democracy, looks like it will come down to about 600 votes.
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NC Supreme Court update: Riggs declares victory as her opponent challenges 60,000 votes
The margin between Riggs and Griffin is .02 percentage points, well below the threshold for being able to seek a recount. Griffin asked for and was granted the recount this week, a process which should be done by Nov. 27, election officials say. Griffin has also submitted some 300 pages of documents challenging the validity…
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Trump’s AG pick Matt Gaetz withdraws as more sex with minors details emerge
Gaetz’ quick withdrawal suggests that he realized he likely wouldn’t win the votes necessary to be confirmed by the Senate following Trump’s inauguration.
