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Op-Ed: Why Private School Vouchers Are Against My Religion
NC legislators have pushed for the privatization of education under a version of Christianity that is actually white supremacist Christian nationalism, a North Carolina pastor writes.
12 of the Best Colleges and Universities in North Carolina: What to Know
North Carolina boasts some of the best public universities, private colleges, and HBCUs in the nation. We listed 12 of them based on tuition, academics, and the diversity of their student population.
Here’s How the Biden Administration Has Tackled The Mental Health Crisis
The Biden administration has invested billions into improving mental health care in the United States.
The Most Common Undergraduate Degrees Awarded In Every State
Best Universities compiled data to show the most common degrees awarded to students who attended college by state. Here is the most popular in North Carolina.
50 Roasters Across The US: A Guide To Coffee In Every State
Homegrounds researched notable coffee roasters in the U.S. and listed ones you can’t afford to miss in all 50 states. Find out which Raleigh-based roaster made the list.
What ‘Make America Florida’ Might Actually Mean
Gov. Ron DeSantis has argued that Florida is thriving and is the freest state in the country, but the data and evidence suggests otherwise.
How Republicans’ Student Debt Plan Would Uniquely Hurt Public Workers
A Republican effort to reverse President Joe Biden’s student loan debt relief plan could cause more than 250,000 public workers to lose out on already-canceled loans, according to a new report.
Republican Bills Would Drop ‘Atomic Bomb’ on Public Schools, Gov. Cooper Says
The Republican-controlled General Assembly is set to pass legislation that further drains vital resources from an already underfunded public school system and diverts them to a private system teeming with money.
Offbeat Adventures: Travel To The Coolest Hidden Wonders In Every U.S. State
As more and more people venture out to make up for the last few pandemic-ridden years, you might be looking to go a little farther off the beaten path to avoid the crowds.
States With The Biggest Native American Populations
More than 5 million Native Americans live in the United States as members of 574 federally recognized and 63 state-recognized tribes. That number is projected to rise to 10 million by 2060. Stacker ranked the states with the largest Native American populations using data from the Census Bureau’s 2021 American Community Survey.
21 Enchanting North Carolina Botanical Gardens to Put on Your Must-Visit List
To germinate a healthy mind and body, check out some of these gardens across North Carolina.
11 Summer Festivals Across the US to Check Out on Your Next Vacation
Bounce researched some of the best festivals to attend during your summer break, using Google deep-dives, Tripadvisor, Outside magazine, and various blogs. The 11 activities listed here give you the opportunity to take part in an amazing summer vacation experience in nearly every corner of the country.
Op-Ed: The Debt Default None of Us Can Afford. A Grandma’s Wish to Survive.
A North Carolina grandma writes about the dangers of House Republicans’ agenda, which could drive the US to default on its debts and cause an economic collapse.
Op-Ed: North Carolina’s New Abortion Legislation Would Hurt the Wellbeing of Women, Children, and Families
In a guest post, a group of 8 UNC doctors, professors, and researchers highlight the dangerous impact of North Carolina Republicans’ new 12-week abortion ban. “The legislation imposes an array of medically unnecessary hurdles … that make it harder and more expensive for women to get early abortions,” the group writes.
Where the Abortion Ban and 5 Other Key Bills Stand in the North Carolina Legislature
Here’s a look at some of the measures that did or did not pass during the frenzy of last week’s legislative deadline.
‘Never Again’: 78 Years After World War II, A NC Descendant of Holocaust Survivors Speaks
Wake Forest’s Shelly Bleiweiss tells his parents’ harrowing story, and explains why it’s important to stand up to bigotry.
Rural Advocates Want to Take on Monopoly Power and Help Family Farmers
Participants of the 2023 Rural Policy Action Summit spoke about how to expand resources for those in rural communities, among other topics.
Fascinating Facts about NC’s Most Populated Cities: Krispy Kreme, The Carolina Gold Rush, and a Haunted Bridge
Some of these cities are technically older than the state of North Carolina and others are just barely over 100 years old.
16 NC Trails That Take You To Something Awesome
In 2023, it’s the “Year of the Trail” in NC. If you like a beer, a live concert, wildlife, or a culinary treat at the end of your trail, we’ve got you covered.
50 Classics From (Almost) Everyone’s High School Reading List
Certain books deserve a first, second, or maybe even a third read. Using data from Goodreads released in January 2023, Stacker compiled a list of 50 timeless books, plays, and epic poems commonly found on high school reading lists.
NC Legislature Could See Major Votes This Week on Abortion, Guns and Schools
A procedural deadline on Thursday means North Carolina is set for a flurry of last-minute votes on contentious issues with far-reaching consequences.
House GOP Passes Bill That Would Take Food and Healthcare From North Carolina Families
An estimated 399,000 North Carolina residents would lose access to food assistance, 8,000 kids would lose preschool and child care slots, and NC veterans would lose 284,200 doctors visits for issues like mental health and substance disorder treatment under the bill.
What Would a 12-Week Abortion Ban Mean in NC?
All abortion bans are dangerous, a Charlotte doctor told us, so Republican legislators would not get any points for passing a 12-week ban instead of a 6-week or outright ban like in other southern states.
14 Gifts Teachers Say They Love Getting During Teacher Appreciation Week, from $0-$20
We asked teachers what Teacher Appreciation Week gifts they love to get. Their answers (plus links) are right here—including free things you can do that’ll mean a lot.
Biden Announces 2024 Presidential Reelection Run
The 2024 election election could be a repeat of 2020, as former President Donald Trump has already been campaigning for several months.
Paranoia and Guns Mix Together in New Wave of Shootings
Knocking on a door, turning your car around in a driveway, or chasing a ball into your neighbor’s yard can get you shot now, apparently.
Tricia Cotham Betrayed Us
A resident of North Carolina House District 112 speaks out on Rep. Cotham’s flip from Democrat to Republican, a switch with major implications for abortion, education, and LGBTQ rights.
The North Carolina Legislature Filed 6 Anti-Trans Bills—Let’s Break Them Down
Shortly after, President Joe Biden issued a proposal that would outright forbid bans on transgender athletes, although it’s receiving some pushback from transgender advocates.
To TikTok Or Not: Members of Congress Clash on the Popular App
One North Carolina Democrat, Rep. Jeff Jackson, is using the app to demystify politics.