Affordability
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Food insecurity is hitting thousands of NC children—and it’s following them into the classroom
More than 580,000 NC children rely on SNAP to help keep food on the table. On school mornings in North Carolina, some children arrive already exhausted. School teachers and nurses across the state report seeing the signs: difficulty concentrating, irritability, and complaints of headaches and stomach aches before lunch. In many cases, the cause is…
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Pay-what-you-can cafés: How they uplift underserved communities in NC
Community cafés with a pay-what-you-can model bring together people from all different backgrounds through dining experiences and volunteer opportunities.
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Need a pick-me-up? Try these 3 winter blues busters
Seasonal Affective Disorder, or SAD, is a common issue during winter months. These pick-me-ups may provide some relief for the winter blues.
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What to know about each of NC’s historically Black colleges
Discover key stats and dive into the history of each of North Carolina’s 10 historically Black colleges and universities.
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It’s 2026 and you’re uninsured. Now what?
The number of uninsured people in America is expected to surge, chiefly because of the GOP’s One Big Beautiful Bill Act. But there are still ways to find health care.
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Room in the Inn: 30 years of shelter for Charlotte’s unhoused neighbors
Every December through March, faith-based organizations and colleges in Charlotte open doors for Room In The Inn.
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Treasures await at these 9 indoor flea markets across North Carolina
From upcycled furniture to vintage clothing to action figures, discover all the unique items these indoor flea markets in North Carolina have to offer.
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Public can comment on Duke Energy plan that rolls back green goals
The public has a chance to weigh in on Duke Energy’s new Carbon Plan starting next month. The plan has received criticism from environmental groups for its lack of commitment to green energy sources.
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Black workers disproportionately displaced by AI as tech grows
Experts say AI will disproportionately impact Black and brown workers through displacement and the environmental burden of data centers, which are more likely to be located in marginalized communities.
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North Carolina faith leaders, advocates outline legislative wish list ahead of 2026 session
As the General Assembly prepares to return for a session this spring, North Carolina faith leaders and advocacy groups urged legislators to prioritize public education, affordable health care, and fair voting maps.
