News
NC budget allocated $48.9 million for farmland preservation
Almost $50 million has been allocated for farmland preservation, in the state budget.
News
NC budget reshapes governor’s appointment power
Gov. Josh Stein signed the state budget despite appointment changes that shift power from the governor to lawmakers and other officials.
News
100,000 new businesses, 3 million eggs, and a medal of honor recipient
Council of State meeting announced NC's record setting in new business development, reciept of 3 million eggs as part of a settlement and other updates from state officials.
News
Stein signs 4 bipartisan bills into law
The bills address gang violence, involuntary commitment, housing affordability, and state employee benefits — issues supported by lawmakers in both parties this session.
News
NC legislature adjourns, returning July 27 for unfinished business
NC lawmakers adjourned short session with the budget, pending bills, and veto fights awaiting action ahead of a July 27 return.
News
Berger floats state role in Raleigh MLB bid
Berger says NC may need a state role to land MLB in Raleigh, fueling debate over taxpayer support after the Hurricanes’ Stanley Cup win.
News
Stein warns recovery funding running dry
GROW NC advisers say long-term recovery efforts could stall as donations dry up and unmet needs continue emerging across mountain communities.
News
NC House backs slate of constitutional amendments
House approval sends one tax amendment to voters and two more measures to the Senate, with several other GOP-backed amendments still pending.
Opinion
General Assembly should go big, then go home
The 2026 primary has given legislators a chance to show their constituents that they can do their jobs well and go back to their districts in a reasonable amount of time. They should not squander that opportunity.
Opinion
State isn’t prepared for bad times
NC has about 53 days worth of state spending in the bank — well below the national median of 92 days.
News
Council of State holds meeting at historic Halifax
Gov. Josh Stein opened the April Council of State meeting with a nod to history, but the day’s most urgent message centered on a present-day threat: wildfires burning across North Carolina.
News
Stein claims there will be $2.8B budget shortfall over next 2 years
NC Gov. Josh Stein continues to push his message of getting what he calls a $1.4 billion ‘critical needs budget’ in place before the General Assembly’s short session begins on April 6, but has escalated the figure to $2.8 billion in a post on X.
