News
Bar owners’ COVID shutdown lawsuit to get more clarity June 9
A lawsuit challenging then-Gov. Roy Cooper’s decision to keep North Carolina bars closed during the COVID pandemic could move forward after a June 9 hearing.
News
Stein announces economic development plan
NC Department of Commerce announced the state’s new “First in Opportunity” economic development plan for growth, competitiveness, and the development of opportunity statewide.
News
Stein seeks to drop bar owners’ group from COVID shutdown case
Gov. Josh Stein is asking a judge to drop the North Carolina Bar and Tavern Association from a lawsuit the group filed in 2020 to challenge COVID-related mandatory government shutdowns.
News
NC revenue boost strengthens GOP tax-cut case
North Carolina’s latest revenue forecast projects $2.6 billion more than budgeted, fueling debate over tax cuts, spending, and fiscal caution.
News
Bipartisan bill targets NC data center tax breaks amid AI expansion
Lawmakers push to repeal North Carolina data center tax breaks as Gov. Josh Stein and critics question rising taxpayer costs tied to AI growth.
Opinion
Berger likely to set good example in final year as Senate leader
Berger is likely to remain a constant in this new session. He will approach his job with the goal of setting NC up for continued success long after his term expires at the end of the year.
News
Judge agrees to drop 27 plaintiffs from COVID bar shutdown case
A judge has agreed to drop 27 plaintiffs from the group of bar owners suing the governor over COVID-related mandatory shutdowns in 2020.
News
DEQ awards $215M for water projects from Helene damage
On April 16, the State Water Infrastructure Authority and the NC Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) awarded $215 million to fund 66 drinking water and wastewater infrastructure projects across 26 counties.
News
NC rural grants total $1.6M, promise 215 new jobs
The NC Rural Infrastructure Authority has approved seven grant requests under the Building Reuse Program. These seven grants fall into two categories: the Vacant Building Category and the Existing Business Building Category.
News
State officials emphasize housing for formerly incarcerated people
The annual conference underscored the broader message that housing support is essential during the transition from incarceration back into society.
News
Stein data center tax plan draws attention from lawmakers
Lawmakers raise bipartisan concerns over Stein’s data center tax proposal, citing unclear data, economic risks, and questions about process and timing.
Video
Locke’s Donald Bryson analyzes NC teacher pay proposals
John Locke Foundation CEO Donald Bryson discusses current ideas for raising teacher pay in North Carolina. Bryson offered these comments during the April 10, 2026, edition of PBS North Carolina’s “State Lines.”
