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Federal Appeals Court allows NC taxpayer to sue IRS for refund, sets standard for ‘mailbox rule’

A business owner from North Carolina can move forward with his lawsuit seeking a 10-year-old federal tax refund. The 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals rejected government objections Friday and ruled that the case of Stephen Pond v. United States can proceed. At the same time, the court ruled that Pond cannot rely on a “common-law mailbox rule” to boost his case.

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Cooper’s school choice ‘temper tantrum’ draws national criticism

Since Monday, criticism of North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper has escalated after his decision to formally declare a state of emergency over an education bill with which he disagrees. Cooper, a longtime opponent of school choice, released a video statement Monday declaring a “State of Emergency.” However, the governor said he would not be filing...

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More woes for VinFast as fed issues safety recall for all their U.S. vehicles

If the bad reviews weren’t enough, now comes word of VinFast’s recall of all 999 vehicles sent to the U.S. due to safety concerns. The Vietnamese-based electric vehicle maker wants to build a $4 billion EV production plant in Chatham County.

Theresa Opeka
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Appeals Court grants DOT’s request to block forced vendor change

A split N.C. Court of Appeals panel has granted the state Department of Transportation’s request to step into a vendor contract dispute. Appellate judges issued an order Thursday blocking a trial judge’s ruling that would have forced DOT to change vendors. The contract covers the state’s electronic lien and titling system.

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21 states support Folwell, State Health Plan in transgender care case

Twenty-one state attorneys general have asked the 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals to accept a friend-of-the-court brief supporting N.C. State Treasurer Dale Folwell and the State Health Plan. Folwell and the health plan are defendants in a case involving transgender health care. Participating states include three of North Carolina’s four neighbors.

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The Debrief: New poll numbers, ESG investing, and a “State of Emergency”

This week on The Debrief, new poll numbers show the current numbers for Republican nominee for governor, plus where N.C. voters stand on voter ID. Gov. Cooper announces an education "State of Emergency," and reviews are in on Vinfast electric vehicles. Slated to be built in the Triangle, the EV car manufacturer, and recipient of state and county incentives, recalled all 999 vehicles already shipped to the U.S. after safety concerns from federation transportation officials.

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The Debrief: Super-technologically-diabolical Gerrymandering, Cooper’s influence over public policy in question.

This week on The Debrief: The N.C. Senate kicked off the week presenting its version of the state budget and wrapped the week giving it bipartisan passage. The state legislature also voted to override Gov. Roy Cooper’s veto of SB 20, a measure restricting abortion in the second and third trimester of pregnancy. Within minutes,...

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Rep. Tricia Cotham touts ‘Choose Your School, Choose Your Future’ legislation, House Bill 823

Rep. Tricia Cotham, R-Mecklenburg, presents House Bill 823 to colleagues on the House floor. The bill is titled “Choose Your School, Choose Your Future.” Cotham offered these comments on May 17, 2023. Video courtesy of ncleg.gov.

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Extreme Injustice: Superintendent Catherine Truitt On The Importance Of Parental Feedback, Season 2, Ep. 5

In this episode, hosts David Bass and Donna King are joined by N.C. Superintendent of Public Instruction Catherine Truitt to discuss a new parent advisory committee that seeks to get feedback on creating an education system that works for everyone.  Like what you hear? Hit subscribe and don’t miss another episode of Extreme Injustice. Learn...

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Extreme Injustice: Where Do We Go From Here? Pt. II, Season 2, Ep. 4

Hosts David Bass and Donna King are again joined by Dr. Terry Stoops of the John Locke Foundation to discuss solutions to learning loss for K-12 students, including expanded school choice.  Like what you hear? Hit subsribe and don’t miss another episode of Extreme Injustice. Learn more at ExtremeInjustice.com.

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Extreme Injustice: Where Do We Go From Here? Pt. I, Season 2, Ep. 3

For the past two episodes, we’ve explored the academic, social, and mental health consequences of school shutdowns. So what about solutions? In this episode, hosts David Bass and Donna King are joined by Dr. Terry Stoops of the John Locke Foundation to discuss a pathway forward.  Like what you hear? Hit subsribe and don’t miss...

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Cooper’s school choice ‘temper tantrum’ draws national criticism

Since Monday, criticism of North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper has escalated after his decision to formally declare a state of emergency over an education bill with which he disagrees. Cooper, a longtime opponent of school choice, released a video statement Monday declaring a “State of Emergency.” However, the governor said he would not be filing...

Alex Baltzegar
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More woes for VinFast as fed issues safety recall for all their U.S. vehicles

If the bad reviews weren’t enough, now comes word of VinFast’s recall of all 999 vehicles sent to the U.S. due to safety concerns. The Vietnamese-based electric vehicle maker wants to build a $4 billion EV production plant in Chatham County.

Theresa Opeka

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Walker enters Republican primary race for governor

Over the weekend, former U.S. Rep. Mark Walker of Greensboro officially joined the race for the Republican nomination for N.C. governor. Walker’s announcement makes him the third candidate in the primary race, with Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson and N.C. Treasurer Dale Folwell already in.

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Robinson leads competition in GOP bid for NC gov in new poll

Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson comes out swinging in a hypothetical primary GOP race for governor. In a Civitas poll done by Survey USA, Robinson blows away the competition with 43% of the vote, compared to former Congressman Mark Walker, who got 9%, followed by State Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler at 8%, and State Treasurer Dale Folwell coming in last place with 4%. 

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