Affordability
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A private equity firm hiked the rent at this Asheville trailer park. Here’s why it matters
Investment companies acquiring trailer parks and raising the rent is not just a local phenomenon in Asheville—it’s happening nationwide.
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Why this rural Wilmington area could be NC’s next development hotspot
As the rural neighborhoods near Wilmington are transformed into bustling suburbs, a quiet area north of Porters Neck is poised to be the next development hotspot.
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What does NC’s new community college funding model mean for schools, students and employers?
When North Carolina lawmakers finally passed the long-delayed budget this summer, they changed how the state’s 58 community colleges are funded.
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Gas prices surge in NC, with more increases on the way. Here’s why
Here’s where you can find the highest and lowest gas prices in NC.
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In Goldsboro, Roy Cooper highlights cost of living crisis
Roy Cooper has made the cost-of-living crisis the cornerstone of his campaign. In eastern North Carolina, he criticized President Trump’s Iran war policy and touted his success in expanding healthcare access.
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Helene killed his wife and destroyed his mobile home. New tenants are now renting the same flood-prone land.
Why mobile homes in North Carolina are put in harm’s way time and again.
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How much it takes to be considered ‘middle class’ in North Carolina
A study from financial information company SmartAsset has defined what it takes to be “middle class” in all 50 states, including North Carolina.
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Michael Whatley accepted thousands from Duke Energy as it seeks to raise rates
As Duke Energy seeks to further increase rates, Whatley accepted thousands in campaign contributions. His family also holds at least $149,000 in the company’s stock.
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3 things happening in NC: Josh Stein just blasted a controversial GOP court bill. Here’s why
The latest on Gov. Josh Stein’s veto of a controversial court bill, an update on SNAP cuts, and the Winston-Salem Open brings tennis’ big stars.
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Don Davis and Laurie Buckhout: Meet the US House candidates in NC-01
For the second straight cycle, Rep. Don Davis, a Democrat and Air Force veteran, will face Army veteran Laurie Buckhout, a Republican.
