Politics

Report: Trump Asked Comey To Shut Down Flynn Investigation

The White House disputed a report Tuesday that President Donald Trump asked former FBI Director James Comey to shut down an investigation into ousted national security adviser Michael Flynn.

Trump Defends Sharing Terrorism ‘Facts’ with Russians

President Donald Trump on Tuesday defended his right to share “facts pertaining to terrorism” and airline safety with Russia, saying in a pair of tweets he has “an absolute right” as president to do so.

Supreme Court Steps Back from NC Voting Law

Disapproving voters called it the most restrictive voter law in the country

Local Breweries File Lawsuit With The State Over Sale Limits

The Olde Mecklenburg and NoDa Breweries have filed a lawsuit with the state claiming sale limitations are unconstitutional.

Tomorrow Voters Will Decide The GOP Candidate For The SC 5th Congressional District Race

On Tuesday, voters will head to the polls to decide which Republican candidate will represent their party in the 5th Congressional District race.

US: Syria Is Burning Bodies To Hide Proof Of Mass Killings

The United States accused Syria on Monday of executing thousands of imprisoned political opponents and burning their bodies in a crematorium to hide the evidence.

US Prosecutors To Push For More, Harsher Punishments

Attorney General Jeff Sessions is directing federal prosecutors to pursue the most serious charges possible against the vast majority of suspects, a reversal of Obama-era policies that is sure to send more people to prison and for much longer terms.

Trump Threatens To Cancel Briefings For Sake Of Accuracy

President Donald Trump lashed out in a series of tweets Friday morning amid a firestorm over the abrupt firing of FBI Director James Comey, defending the shifting narrative and timeline his administration has offered for the decision.

Senate GOP Gives Initial OK To N. Carolina Budget Proposal

Senate Republicans gave initial approval to their budget proposal Thursday and prevailed over Democrats who favored new Gov. Roy Cooper's plan, voting to extend the GOP's recent broad tax cuts that keep benefiting corporations and the highest wage earners.

Highlights of North Carolina State Senate's Budget Bill

Highlights of the $22.9 billion budget for North Carolina state government for the 2017-18 fiscal year tentatively approved Thursday by the state Senate.

Hickory Mayor Found Dead At His Home

Officials say Mayor Rudy Wright was found dead in his home around 2:40pm Thursday.

Charlotte City Council Holds Adjustments Workshop For Proposed Budget

City council members held an adjustments workshop Wednesday to discuss possible changes to the $2.4 billion budget proposal.

Former FBI Assistant Director Talks About Comey Firing

Developing Tonight - We are hearing from former FBI Director James Comey for the first time since President Trump fired him.

Who Will Replace Fired FBI Chief?

Speculation abounds regarding Comey replacement.

A Bill To Raise The SC Gas Tax Could Soon Become Law

For the first time in 30 years, a bill that would raise South Carolina's gas tax could become law.

Key Moments That Led Up To FBI Director Comey’s Firing

President Donald Trump abruptly fired James Comey as director of the FBI in the midst of the law enforcement agency’s investigation into whether Trump’s presidential campaign was connected to Russia meddling in the election.

Timing Of Comey Firing Troubles Intel Chair

The Senate Republican leading the investigation into potential ties between Russia and the Trump campaign says he’s “troubled by the timing and reasoning” behind President Donald Trump’s firing of FBI Director James Comey.

Trump Fires FBI Director James Comey

President Donald Trump abruptly fired FBI Director James Comey Tuesday, saying it was necessary to restore “public trust and confidence” in the nation’s top law enforcement agency following several tumultuous months.

Gastonia Mom Kicked Out of Congressman's Office After Healthcare Complaint

A Gastonia mom says she was kicked out of Congressman Patrick McHenry's office after she went to complain about his healthcare vote. A Facebook video she posted now has over a million views.