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Diapers, wipes, tampons could be tax-free in NC
The "Tax-Free Family Essentials Act" is the latest in a series of targeted tax breaks House Republicans have introduced this session to address affordability concerns.
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Republicans need 2 of 3 NC Senate toss-ups to maintain supermajority
With the sudden resignation of state Sen. Terrence Everitt the GOP has one additional path to maintaining their supermajority, as his district is now more competitive.
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GOP’s 2 remaining Wake County NC House seats vulnerable in November
Democrats could flip Wake County's 14 NC House districts completely blue in the 2026 election if Republicans can't hold onto two tossup seats.
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Democrats aim for sweep of all 13 Mecklenburg NC House seats
If Democrats win two toss-up seats, Mecklenburg County's NC House delegation could turn fully blue following the November election.
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Democrat bill: Defund Opportunity Scholarships to fund child care
Four House Democrats have filed HB 1066, the Child Care Stabilization & Affordability Act, which would cut nearly $400 million from North Carolina's Opportunity Scholarship Program over two years and redirect the money to child care subsidies, while restoring a 200% income cap on voucher eligibility.
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Cost of living rises slower in NC than national pace
North Carolina residents experienced a slightly lower inflation rate in January 2026 compared to the national average, according to the latest data from the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics released Feb. 13. The Consumer Price (CPI) Index for the Southern region — which includes North Carolina — increased by 1.9% over the past 12 months ending...
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Lifestyle costs up from previous generations
Do younger generations have a higher economic baseline for a minimum lifestyle than previous generations?
Opinion
Index to ink: Candidate filing and the power of choice in NC
Candidates are putting their names and reputations out there in races of all sizes. The least we can do is learn who they are and what they believe.
Opinion
UNC System should not raise tuition
The University of Florida proves that academic excellence can be achieved at an affordable price. The University of Florida is consistently ranked among the top 10 public universities.
Opinion
Why consumers should feel better headed into the holidays
Costs for food and everyday goods, which hit NC households the hardest, are showing signs of stabilization, as are energy costs, which often set the pace for consumer prices.
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Could this week’s elections signal a partisan shift in NC?
The 2026 CPI suggests that, while Democrats may be gaining energy in cities and suburbs, Republicans maintain the upper hand in the state legislature.
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Tax Foundation: Tariffs increase retail prices 4.9 percentage points
The Tax Foundation predicts that if the Supreme Court rules that the tariffs can remain in place under IEEPA, more price increases can be expected as we head into the holiday season and 2026.
