Staff turnover at NC State Board of Elections since Republican state auditor gained control raises doubts about its nonpartisan mission.
Posted inCrime & Justice
Would Charlotte crime justify deploying National Guard?
Fraternal Order of Police and 3 NC congressmen want President Trump to deploy National Guard to fight Charlotte crime. Others are dubious.
Posted inEconomy
Finding hope in Edgecombe after latest job creator doesn’t pan out
After many unkept promises from companies in job-starved NC region, Edgecombe leaders ready to gamble on data center promise of 1,000 jobs.
Posted inEducation
Why SEL is latest education acronym in crossfire of NC culture wars
Social-emotional learning, or SEL, is an older concept that’s gained new prominence since COVID. Some NC right-wing groups are opposed.
Posted inPolitics & Government
Should we read signs of a blue wave into NC elections?
Registered Democrats did well in 2025 NC municipal elections. But whether that constitutes a blue wave or predicts one in 2026 is unclear.