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the abandoned shipwrecks along the Cape Fear River waterfront

Holy ship! Remains from 4 potential shipwrecks were found in NC

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East Carolina University’s Program in Maritime Studies discovered the remains of 4 potential shipwrecks. Here’s what you need to know about ECU's discovery.
PFAS contamination has been found in the Cape Fear River Basin and other bodies of water in North Carolina.

NC lawmakers override veto of bill hobbling regulations for polluters

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Regulations will become harder to approve under a new law that North Carolina legislators passed, by overriding Gov. Josh Stein's veto. House Bill 402, known as the REINS Act, requires the General Assembly's approval for rules or regulations costing more than $20 million over five years.
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Stein opposes NC auditor’s proposed DMV restructure

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A day after the release of State Auditor Dave Boliek’s report recommending to split off the DMV from the North Carolina Department of Transportation, North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein opposes a reorganization of the Department of Motor Vehicles that would make it a standalone agency, his office indicated Tuesday.
a stone sign reading "duke university"

Trump administration freezes $108M at Duke amid inquiry into alleged racial discrimination

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Duke is the latest school to have its funding held up as the government investigates allegations of antisemitism and diversity, equity and inclusion policies the administration says are unlawful.
a view of hurricane helene from nasa

11 extreme North Carolina weather events caught on tape

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From deadly hurricanes to terrifying tornadoes, discover extreme weather events in North Carolina that were caught on tape (& watch the footage for yourself).