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NC teachers start school year with ‘real money’ raises. Stein says there’s more to do
Updated August 20, 2026 at 4:08 PM
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State Politics
GOP eliminated NC’s minority business office. Where does that leave companies?
Updated August 20, 2026 at 3:25 PM
National
Local, national rallies today, on what would have been Nolan Wells’ 19th birthday
Updated August 19, 2026 at 7:41 AM
National
Legal team for Nolan Wells’ family accuses DA of not operating in good faith
Updated August 14, 2026 at 4:27 PM
Elections
Group launches ad campaign urging swing voters to support Michael Whatley
August 13, 2026 at 11:47 AM
Under the Dome
Cooper cruises to lead over Whatley in Senate campaign, a new poll finds
August 13, 2026 at 5:00 AM
State Politics
NC Gov. Josh Stein signs budget changes, including taking some of his power away
August 11, 2026 at 4:32 PM
Sports
WNBA addressing transgender issue is an attack on common sense
Updated August 20, 2026 at 10:22 AM
National
This week in the Nolan Wells investigation: What happened from August 1-8
Updated August 9, 2026 at 9:59 AM
Under the Dome
North Carolina revives Medicaid pilot program through bipartisan support
August 7, 2026 at 5:00 AM
State Politics
NC lawmakers, bourbon tours and a liquor warehouse fight. Here’s what to know
Updated August 7, 2026 at 9:31 AM
National
Nolan Wells case exclusive: Listen to threats received by Warren Hudson’s family
Updated August 6, 2026 at 2:08 PM
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