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No state oversight of where sexual assault nurse examiners work in NC, but models for change exist
Some other states have laws in place or are adopting new legislation to ensure access to SANE nurses. Some community-based solutions in NC also offer promise.
Rape victims need help from specialized nurses, but no one in NC keeps track of them
A survey of hospitals across NC found uneven results for staffing sexual assault nurse examiners. Some described rape victims visiting multiple hospitals until finding one with the proper personnel.
Environmental groups sue to stop exemptions to rules on timber projects
Federal law approved in 2020 lets Forest Service skip environmental analysis for many projects, including some that would be typical in NC mountains, raising concern among conservation groups.
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The importance of sexual assault nurse examiners
and the difficulty of locating them in North Carolina
Justice elusive for NC sexual assault survivors
Grappling with food insecurity in rural North Carolina
Struggling with the COVID-19 pandemic in state’s prison system
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PODCASTS
The Kicker, Show 62 | Giving the COVID-19 vaccine a boost
This week’s show focuses on experts on vaccine distribution and those on the frontlines of this unprecedented vaccination program.
The Kicker, Show 61 | Imprisoned in a pandemic
Learn more about Carolina Public Press’s reporting on COVID-19 in North Carolina’s prison system.
The Kicker, Show 60 | 2020 Year in review
Managing editor Frank Taylor reflects on news coverage of an unpredictable and unprecedented year.
The Kicker, Show 59 | COVID-19 turns economic tiers upside down
Economic impact on North Carolina tourism towns changes Commerce Department designations for 2020.
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Reshuffling again: Federal and NC vaccine changes promote uncertainty for prisons
NC prisons develop vaccine ‘framework,’ not a detailed distribution plan, as rules keep changing and dosage availability unpredictable.
Host of problems slows rollout of COVID-19 vaccine in NC
Local health officials across the state discuss the different challenges they face with massive undertaking.
North Carolina COVID-19 vaccine tracker
Carolina Public Press provides regular updates and expanded reporting in response to unprecedented health emergency.
Eviction in North Carolina as pandemic wears on
With eviction moratoriums set to expire in a few weeks, North Carolina renters and landlords worry about the future.
Slow vaccine distribution could hinder future supply in NC
More than 200,000 doses shipped to the state have not yet been administered as federal officials announce changes to allocation plan.
Glimpsing the end of the pier? Future hazy for NC coastal icons
Repeated hurricanes drive up costs and risk as developers flood beach towns, but NC fishing piers provide habitat, recreation and economic draw.
Crime & Justice
Deprioritized: NC prison inmates not getting COVID vaccine so soon, questions remain about distribution
Disease experts warn that vaccinating prisoners and prison staff would make sense if the government really wants to halt the spread of COVID-19.
Economy
Family leave for county employees in some parts of the state
Seven North Carolina counties now offer paid days off to care for a new child or an ailing family member.
Education
Pilot program for NC schools to offer coronavirus testing
State provides free rapid tests for in-person instruction at 17 school districts and 11 charter schools.
Environment
New NC group encourages chasing waterfalls
Hikers and photographers form Waterfall Keepers of North Carolina to care for and protect the natural wonder of waterfalls.
Health
Pharmacies bringing vaccinations to NC long-term care facilities
Health experts alarmed that large numbers of long-term care staff are turning down COVID-19 vaccinations.
Politics & Government
What does DC rioting mean for future in NC and nation?
A look at tough questions following Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol Hill insurrection in Washington.