State News
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The 5 most affordable places to live in North Carolina in 2025
There are many beautiful places to live in North Carolina, but consider these options if you’re looking for a good community and better savings opportunities.
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Good News Friday: A NC bookstore holds a ‘silent book club.’ What’s that mean?
Cardinal & Pine’s Good News Friday round up of good news in NC checks out a big blood drive, a hands-on camping experience for kids, and an unusual book club experience.
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After GOP takeover of elections board, NC seeks info on 103,000 voters
NC State Board of Elections Executive Director Sam Hayes is setting off on a mission to correct 103,000 North Carolinians’ voting records from which some information is missing.
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Before Chantal swamped the NC town of Hillsborough, locals had been counting on FEMA
The Trump administration canceled a FEMA program in April that would have funded upgrades to protect Hillsborough, NC, from flooding. Then the Eno River rose more than 20 feet.
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What the Republican plan to dismantle PBS means for NC
The US Senate voted Thursday to approve a Trump-backed plan to cut off funding for the nation’s PBS and NPR stations, a key source of news and updates in NC’s rural communities, where reliable internet access is scarce. The US Senate voted Thursday to approve a Trump-backed plan to cut off funding for the nation’s…
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7 most notorious true crime cases in North Carolina history
North Carolina has seen its fair share of notorious true crime cases. Here are some of the most well-known.
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‘Not equitable by a long shot’: How money influences NC coastal erosion mitigation
In order to fight coastal erosion, NC beach communities need to find sand for beach renourishment. But getting it takes money.
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Report: Charlotte is going to host the MLS All-Star Game in 2026
Charlotte will host the Major League Soccer All-Star game for the first time in 2026, according to a person familiar with the decision.
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North Carolina breweries focused on more than just great beer
Drink with purpose: 10 NC breweries that blend craft beer with community and sustainability.
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3 things happening in NC: Sunflowers bloom in Dix Park, NC leaders sue Trump over education funding freeze
Our weekly rundown of 3 things happening in NC. This week, the joy of sunflowers, a DC to NC showdown, and a full menu of classical music greats.
