State News
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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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Discover the Pea Island Life Saving Station, the only all-Black station of its kind in the US
Dive into the legacy of North Carolina’s iconic Pea Island Life Saving Station and its heroic, history-making crew.
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Here’s which western NC towns landed among 6 most ‘idyllic small towns’ in NC
A new list of six “idyllic small towns” in North Carolina included several in the state’s western region. Here’s what to know about them.
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Former NC hog-feeding operation pollutes nearby waterways – again
A North Carolina farm with a troubled history is once again being accused of polluting nearby waterways.
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Black farmers face uncertainty, but seeds of future planted in Carolinas
Farmers of color have lost some of the programs which had supported equity in agriculture under the Trump administration but producers are finding ways to overcome hurdles in the Carolinas.
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Early voting begins today. Here’s what to watch for in the 2026 NC primaries
The 2026 NC primaries are about to kick off, setting up key congressional, state legislative and judicial elections in November.
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Greensboro Sit-Ins: Learn about the protest that sparked a movement
The Greensboro Sit-Ins started in North Carolina in 1960 before going nationwide. Here’s everything you need to know about this important series of protests.
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Good News Friday: Charlotte Symphony director wins Grammy for Civil War spy opera
“Intelligence” tells the true story of two Civil War spies, Elizabeth Van Lew and Mary Jane Bowser. Charlotte Symphony Orchestra’s director Kwamé Ryan conducted the opera.
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Arctic blast incoming to North Carolina. Will there be snow or ice?
North Carolina will experience a deep shot of Arctic air this weekend, bringing frigid temperatures, gusty winds, and pockets of snow across the state. North Carolina will experience a deep shot of Arctic air this weekend, bringing frigid temperatures, gusty winds, and pockets of snow across the state. High pressure building from the north will lock in cold conditions from Friday…
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North Carolina prisons face ‘dire’ staffing crisis
Years of vacancies, low pay and high turnover have eroded staffing levels at North Carolina prisons, disrupting operations and raising safety concerns.
