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Rep. Lopez proposes $85M plan to keep SNAP running for North Carolinians
As the federal government shifts SNAP costs to states, Rep. Lopez is pushing NC HB 1071 to provide millions to help counties cover the cost.
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Stillbirths are (still) affecting NC. A Murdock bill aims to change that
NC loses an average of 723 babies to stillbirth every year. Sen. Natalie Murdock’s bill would fund new counseling, training and outreach that advocates say could save roughly hundreds of those babies annually.
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North Carolina water parks: 2026 opening dates, prices, & ratings
Here’s everything you need to know about the 2026 season at the top North Carolina water parks, from ticket prices to honest reviews.
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How the abortion pill became a NC student’s lifeline—and a political target
Mifepristone, approved in 2000 by the FDA, is now the most common way to have an abortion. A lawsuit from Louisiana and a bill in Congress could change how—and whether—patients can get it.
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5 animal sanctuaries in North Carolina (+ the critters you’ll see)
Have you ever wanted to cuddle a coatimundi, kick it with a kangaroo, or chat with a capybara? Do that and more at five animal sanctuaries in North Carolina.
