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Veterans’ suicide crisis fuels mission of Raleigh nonprofit
On this Memorial Day, the nation remembers those who made the ultimate sacrifice in conflicts, but many others lose their lives by suicide after they return.
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Hayes reflects on 1st year leading NC elections board
Marking his first year as executive director of the North Carolina State Board of Elections (NCSBE), Sam Hayes says the agency has strengthened election security, cleaned up voter rolls, and advanced modernization efforts aimed at improving confidence in the state’s voting system.
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NC treasurer rolls out internship, clubs to boost financial literacy
NC State Treasurer Brad Briner announced the creation of an internship program for high school students within his department that will promote financial literacy across the state.
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Sawrey: Senate to revisit health costs, Medicaid, CON reforms
State Sen. Benton Sawrey, R-Johnston, said health care reforms, including hospital price transparency, Medicaid, and Certificate of Need (CON) laws, are among the issues the Senate plans to tackle during the upcoming short session.
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NC auditor plans new audits of lottery, bonds, UNC system
North Carolina State Auditor Dave Boliek talked about his role, what his office has accomplished in the past year, and what’s in store for the future, including never before performed audits, at the recent John Locke Foundation’s Carolina Liberty Conference.
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State officials warn NC budget impasse nearing crisis point
State leaders continue to lament the lack of a state budget in North Carolina, saying that unless something is done very soon, some departments and agencies may be facing a crisis, such as Secretary of State Elaine Marshall’s office.
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Willingham falls prey to challenge from the left in closely watched primary
NC Rep. Shelly Willingham has lost his primary reelection bid to challenger Patricia Smith, who secured 56% of the vote compared to Willingham’s 44%. Willingham, a Democrat representing Edgecombe, had developed a reputation as a political maverick who frequently sided with Republicans on controversial legislation.
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GOP primary voters reject Educators on the Ballot candidates
All six candidates recruited by the pro-public school group Educators on the Ballot failed to unseat Republican incumbents in the recent primary election, suffering landslide losses across every district contested. Critics characterized the group's effort as an attempt to disrupt GOP primaries with left-leaning candidates who had recently switched parties, a strategy that was decisively rejected by Republican voters.
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Stein expresses concern, recommends vigilance on Iran war
Concern continues to grow this week as the attacks on Iran by the US and Israel continue. US Northern Command (NORTHCOM) ordered “heightened security” at all US military installations, including those in North Carolina. Fort Bragg in Fayetteville, Camp Lejeune in Jacksonville, Marine Corps Air Station New River, also in Jacksonville, and Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point have all stepped up security.
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NC primary sees strong turnout, early voting surge
North Carolina’s primary election is off to a smooth start, with strong turnout reported statewide, according to State Board of Elections Executive Director Sam Hayes. During a Tuesday morning press conference, Hayes said tens of thousands of voters had already cast ballots during the early voting period, signaling solid participation ahead of Election Day.
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Asheville chosen for 2026 G20 Finance Track meetings
US Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent announced that the 2026 G20 Finance Track will host meetings in Asheville.
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Judge strikes order saying NC elections board violated own rules
A day after issuing a ruling that the North Carolina State Board of Elections violated its own rules and must conduct a new hearing into local elections board members, an administrative law judge issued a new order striking her own ruling.
