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Billy Ball Explains NC: Leandro and why NC schools still aren’t equal

January 13, 2026

In the new Billy Ball Explains NC, we take on the Leandro case, a lawsuit over education equality that’s still unresolved 31 years after it was filed. There are more than a billion dollars at stake for public schools.

Students, advocates condemn delays in NC’s Leandro case

February 2, 2026

Education advocates, parents and teachers braved the cold Thursday as they urged the North Carolina Supreme Court to enforce its Leandro ruling and release about $1.7 billion for public schools, saying delays are hurting students statewide.

‘I feel robbed’: Veteran NC teachers buckle under medical bills

December 22, 2025

As the NC State Health Plan faces a $507 million deficit, veteran NC teachers say shrinking benefits and rising out-of-pocket costs are driving them out of the classroom.

Video: Wilmington protesters in North Carolina ‘disgusted’ by Trump administration

April 28, 2025

Hundreds of anti-Trump demonstrations were scheduled in April across the U.S., including this one. Speakers focused on public education cuts, healthcare, and the preservation of democracy.

OPINION: A letter to North Carolina Senator Thom Tillis

March 10, 2025

As the Trump administration moves to dismantle federal education programs, the North Carolina parent of a child with a disability urges Sen. Thom Tillis to step up.

Respect for an Iconic NC Educator

January 19, 2024

Your weekly good news roundup includes a cool bit of news for history-lovers. Plus: President Biden announces big investment in broadband internet in rural NC. Share with a friend If there’s one thing we admire at Cardinal & Pine, it’s educators. Everyone has teachers who changed their life. Mine taught me the value of good,…

North Carolina teachers share what they really want for Teacher Appreciation Week

April 29, 2026

Jot down these things that teachers in NC want on your Teacher Appreciation Week shopping list.

NC House boosts private school vouchers in override of Gov. Stein’s veto

May 20, 2026

Two former Democrats voted with Republicans to help provide federal tax credits to anyone donating to private school scholarship funds.

‘Doing it with less’: More NC children than ever need free meals this summer

July 10, 2026

A Raleigh summer meals site that once relied on SNAP-Ed funding is now “doing it with less,” even as families face a growing summer hunger gap. With Congresswoman Ross’ visit, she and the site highlight how important nutrition education and access are for NC children.

16 NC spots where kids eat free

May 1, 2026

Plus: A sea of red in Raleigh as educators march. Share with a friend Hey, it’s Billy. The big news, today, is the thousands of educators marching in Raleigh. The underlying tension is teacher pay. In North Carolina, we have some of the most poorly paid educators in America. But it’s also about overall public…