State News
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New Duke Energy gas plants approved in NC despite environmental concerns
Duke has argued that it must use natural gas during its transition away from coal in order to meet rising demand for energy, but the projects would lead to a significant increase in total greenhouse gas emissions, potentially jeopardizing the company’s legally-mandated duty to reduce carbon emissions.
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On his last day in office, Gov. Cooper commutes sentences of 15 men on death row to life in prison
Gov. Cooper commutes 15 death row sentences, reducing the state’s death row population by more than 10% in a historic farewell decision.
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OPINION: My 2-year-old son is recovering from brain surgery. Health insurance says they won’t cover the therapy.
A North Carolina family says they’ve been forced to make heartbreaking choices because of health insurance companies who won’t pay for the care their son needs.
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Durham teacher’s foodraiser tackles local food insecurity for 10th year
A North Carolina teacher is behind a “foodraiser” giving hope to Durham families facing food insecurity during school breaks.
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Clean energy curious? Here are the tax credits and rebates available to you in North Carolina.
There are several tax credits and rebates available to qualifying North Carolinians who are looking to lower their energy costs.
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Clean energy investments continue to make an impact in North Carolina
From Toyota’s new Randolph County EV battery plan to a new solar facility in Greenville to a huge new semiconductor project in Chatham County, clean energy projects are booming and leading to new jobs across the Tar Heel State.
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Good News Friday: These pictures of Carolina Panthers players partying with North Carolina schoolchildren will make your day
Revel in these snapshots of NFL players bringing joy and toys to North Carolina kids who were hit hard by Helene, part of our weekly roundup of positive stories in North Carolina.
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While the U.S. veered right, western North Carolina moved left. Here’s what experts say caused it.
Democrats looking for signs of growing support around the country found few reasons for optimism this November. Western North Carolina was the exception.
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What is clean energy? And why does it matter?
In North Carolina, clean energy investments are crucial, as the state faces all of the most dire consequences of climate change: flooding, drought, extreme heat, and more.
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NC Costcos recall organic eggs due to salmonella risk
Due to potential salmonella risk, Costco stores across five southeastern states (including North Carolina) have recalled organic eggs.
