Voters cast ballots for mayors and council seats and in many NC cities and towns. Several officeholders fend off challenges amid low turnout. Good night for incumbents as voters trickle to polls in 18 NC counties is a story from Carolina Public Press, an award-winning independent newsroom. Our breakthrough journalism shines a light on the critical overlooked and under-reported issues facing North Carolina’s more than 11 million residents. Please consider making a contribution to support our...| Carolina Public Press
Parent groups concerned by books in NC school libraries that may not fit their idea of US values. Academic experts seek more nuanced approach. Tug of war over what books NC schoolchildren can read is a story from Carolina Public Press, an award-winning independent newsroom. Our breakthrough journalism shines a light on the critical overlooked and under-reported issues facing North Carolina’s more than 11 million residents. Please consider making a contribution to support our journalism.| Carolina Public Press
Due to 2022 change in federal VAWA law, Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians is trying former Swain Co. sheriff Cochran in tribal court. Former Swain sheriff answers to tribal court in significant moment for Cherokees is a story from Carolina Public Press, an award-winning independent newsroom. Our breakthrough journalism shines a light on the critical overlooked and under-reported issues facing North Carolina’s more than 11 million residents. Please consider making a contribution to support ou...| Carolina Public Press
NC court decision on challenge to legislative district maps could encourage lawmakers to squeeze out one more GOP-favorable US House seat.| Carolina Public Press
Putting price cap on regulations draws praise and criticism, but even conservative scholar questions why benefits were left out of the math.| Carolina Public Press
NC Attorney General Jackson, whose office is already suing HCA over handling of Mission Health, agrees with independent monitor findings.| Carolina Public Press
Instruction for NC students in civics is spotty and often not a priority. Lessons don't soak in, leading to disengaged younger generations.| Carolina Public Press
Deadly flash floods from Tropical Storms Fred and Helene struck parts of Haywood County, NC. New siren system offers early warning.| Carolina Public Press
Law limits environmental regulations with high economic impact, but doesn't look at pollution's economic and health impact on NC consumers.| Carolina Public Press
Tropical Depression Chantal was the worst flooding event in Moore County in 29 years. Dams, roads, homes and businesses took severe damage.| Carolina Public Press
Nurses and lawmakers point to ongoing problems at Mission Health. HCA spokesperson highlights successes, disputes noncompliance claims.| Carolina Public Press
Despite calls from Gov. Stein for a comprehensive budget, mini-budget to address key spending issues wins easy passage from NC legislators.| Carolina Public Press
GOP majority peels away Dems to override vetoes on controversial NC legislation on immigration detention, charter schools and other issues.| Carolina Public Press
Public TV and radio outlets in NC face layoffs and other emergency measures. Damage to media infrastructure could end some programming.| Carolina Public Press