State News
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The question of Master’s pay for North Carolina teachers
Wake County Schools recently re-implemented the Master’s pay system that had been in place statewide in North Carolina until 2013.
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“I have no idea what we’re going to do”: Housing shortage leaves NC low-income renters stymied
There are just 40 affordable and available rental homes for every 100 extremely low-income households in North Carolina.
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‘The horror stories’: NC school systems prepare for 2024 funding cliff
NC schools used pandemic relief dollars from the feds to fill holes torn by the pandemic and underfunding from the state. Now those dollars are going away.
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Op-Ed: In NC auto workers’ fight for better wages, public school teachers see themselves
As NC auto workers rally for better wages, the leaders of NC’s top public educator organization say the fight is linked to their own.
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Meet Heather Smith: North Carolina’s 2024 Teacher Of The Year
Math teacher Heather Smith has been announced as the North Carolina Teacher of the Year for 2024. Here’s what you need to know about Smith.
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NC candidate for governor built his brand through online vitriol — particularly toward Black women
Experts say the candidacy of Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson sheds light on how Republican candidates rise by appealing to the extremes and how hate spreads online.
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Climate scientists: Hurricane season could be rough, including in North Carolina
Warmer temperatures make it more likely that North Carolina faces a dangerous hurricane this year, climate scientists say.
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Good News Friday: It’s a good day to be a fan of the NC State Wolfpack
The Wolfpack men and women will compete for a national championship in college bball. Plus: A rare solar eclipse, and Charlotte’s first Latino film festival.
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Which is the best bowling alley in North Carolina?
We’re on a mission to crown the top bowling alley in North Carolina, and your vote matters. Help us crown the number-one bowling alley in the Tar Heel State!
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How Florida’s 6-week abortion ban will complicate access in North Carolina
The influx of Florida women traveling to North Carolina to seek care will further strain a state that is one of the only sources of safe abortion care in the South.
