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Wrongfully Imprisoned for 44 Years, Ronnie Long Waits on Roy Cooper to Pardon Him
Ronnie Long talks to C&P about his four-decade wait for justice. And now, his wait for a pardoning from NC Gov. Roy Cooper.
Election HQ: Cardinal & Pine’s Live Blog on NC’s 2020 Election
With a recount likely in the race for chief justice of the NC Supreme Court, Paul Newby holds a lead over Cheri Beasley.
Know Your Rights: What To Do If You Spot Voter Intimidation in NC
Advice from NC voting rights advocates and election officials on what to do if you witness voter intimidation at the polls.
Cunningham Moves Forward with US Senate Campaign
The Democratic US Senate candidate looks to refocus his campaign after a turbulent week in the pivotal race.
Today’s the Deadline to Register to Vote in NC. Here’s How to Do It.
Here’s a guide on how to easily register to vote in North Carolina so you can cast your vote during this pivotal election.
President Trump and First Lady Test Positive for Coronavirus
Trump has held multiple events without masks or social distancing, The presidents senior adviser, Hope Hicks, also tested positive.
Time Running Out for NC in Census Count
This is the week to respond to the US Census. NC risks losing funding, political power and more if there’s an undercount.
We Spoke to Three Women Who Had to Close Their Businesses Indefinitely Because of the Pandemic
To get a better sense of what’s been lost to the coronavirus pandemic, COURIER interviewed three women who had to shutter their businesses in recent months.
Meet the Grammy-Nominated NC Musician Who Played For Protesters at Louis DeJoy’s Home
Joe Troop sang a new song, “A Plea to the US Government to Fully Fund the Postal Service,” in front of Louis DeJoy’s NC home.
Trump Is Trying to Undermine Mail-In Voting. Here Are Five Ways to Ensure Your Ballot Is Counted.
If you’re one of the many people who wants to vote-by-mail, but is nervous about doing so after Trump’s attacks on the process, there’s some good news.
Have NC’s Black-Owned Businesses Been Shut Out of Federal Coronavirus Relief?
In North Carolina, small Black-owned businesses have been less likely to receive federal aid to weather the COVID-19 pandemic, business advocates charge.
Parents and Teachers Are Terrified of Schools Reopening as COVID-19 Cases Surge: ‘I Just Don’t Know If It’s Safe’
Without a comprehensive plan that includes additional federal funding, teachers and parents argue, reopening schools could put students, their families, and educators in danger.
NC’s Confederate Statues are Coming Down. But Officials in One Town Want to Shut Down Protests Instead.
Officials in Graham passed a town ordinance discouraging protests over the town’s Confederate statute standing. A federal judge is intervening.
Gov. Cooper Says a Mask Rule Is ‘Absolutely in Discussion’ As COVID Cases Spike
Gov. Cooper addressed a potential mask rule with research suggesting masks could play a crucial part in slowing COVID-19’s spread across the country.
Gov. Cooper Vetoed Bill Aimed at Reopening Bars. What Does That Mean for NC?
Last Friday, citing concerns that it would hamper coronavirus policies, NC Gov. Roy Cooper vetoed a bill to reopen stand-alone bars.
N.C. House Dems Say It’s Too Risky To Meet In Person
Several legislative members are asking to allow remote sessions, to avoid spreading COVID-19 at the state legislature.
N.C. Is Taking It Slow on Reopening. Here’s How That Compares to Our Neighbors.
Gov. Cooper ordered the state move to Phase 2 of reopening Friday. But questions remain about the virus’ spread.
PHOTOS: Restaurants and Salons Open Back Up as NC Cases Spike
NC restaurants and salons, entering Phase 2 of Gov. Cooper’s coronavirus plan, reopened at reduced capacity over Memorial Day weekend.
Trump Promised to Drain the Swamp But He Keeps Firing Those Responsible for Fighting Corruption
“The firings of multiple Inspectors General is unprecedented; doing so without good cause chills the independence essential to their purpose,” Sen. Mitt Romney of Utah tweeted on Saturday.
Why Truckers Showed Up and Blasted Their Horns At Trump
The protest, organized by trucker Rick Santiago, was held to express truckers’ frustration over shipping rates that they say are so low that they can’t make a living.
States With GOP Govs May See Big Death Spike
The COVID-19 pandemic is hitting harder in counties where President Trump defeated Hillary Clinton in the 2016 general election.
If Someone You Know Is Posting About ‘Plandemic,’ Share This Article With Them
The film has become by far the most widespread and dangerous source of coronavirus-related misinformation on the Internet to date.
This CDC Guide on How to Reopen the Country Safely Was Supposed to ‘Never See the Light of Day’
The 17-page report was researched and written to help state and local officials, business owners, educators, and faith leaders.
A Pretty Significant Majority of Americans Oppose Reopening Businesses, Poll Finds
The opposition underscores the disconnect between many state leaders and their constituents, who are afraid of contracting the coronavirus and do believe the worst of the pandemic is yet to come.
Trump Congratulated Himself Roughly 600 Times As the Coronavirus Outbreak Exploded
A new analysis found President Trump praised his work handling the coronavirus crisis far more than convey empathy or acknowledge the enormous death toll.
‘The Death Feels Like It Will Go on Forever’
Part 4: Wisconsin nurse treating coronavirus patients in New York describes an Easter of multiple deaths, despair, and doubts.
Wisconsin Nurse Describes the Coronavirus Horror in New York City: ‘You’re Never Ready for Them to Die’
Buffy Riley experiences the harsh realities at the current center of the outbreak
NC Food Stamp Recipients Shut Out Of Grocery Delivery and Pickup During Pandemic
Last week the state of North Carolina, like most other states, increased its food-benefit dollar amounts, stretched recipients’ certification periods and waived work requirements for qualifying, all aimed at keeping beneficiaries from having to leave their...
Everyone Should Use Face Masks. Trump Says He Won’t Wear One.
WASHINGTON (AP)— After months of telling people that wearing face masks didn’t matter, Trump now admits it is recommended.