Mary C. Curtis: Previewing President Trump's Last Month In Office
The final weeks of the Trump administration are upon us and though he hasn't been very visible, the president isn't leaving the White House quietly.
Trump Threatens To Torpedo COVID Relief With New Demands
President Donald Trump late Tuesday threatened to torpedo Congressβ massive COVID-19 relief package in the midst of a raging pandemic and deep economic uncertainty, suddenly demanding changes fellow Republicans have opposed.
South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster Tests Positive For COVID-19
After undergoing routine testing due to coming into close contact with the COVID-19 virus, Governor Henry McMaster was notified late Monday evening that he has tested positive for the virus.
$900B COVID Relief Bill Passes, Including $600 Stimulus Checks
Congress passed a $900 billion pandemic relief package Monday night that would finally deliver long-sought cash to businesses and individuals and resources to vaccinate a nation confronting a frightening surge in COVID-19 cases and deaths.
Gov. Cooper Signs Executive Order That Allows To Go And Delivery Sales For Mixed Alcohol Beverages
Governor Roy Cooper signed an Executive Order authorizing the North Carolina ABC Commission to permit the delivery or carry-out of mixed beverages as an alternative to on-site consumption. This Order is effective December 21, 2020 at 5:00 pm through January 31, 2021.
Congress Averts Shutdown; Fight Continues Over Pandemic Aid
Congress passed a two-day stopgap spending bill Friday night, averting a partial government shutdown and buying yet more time for frustratingly slow endgame negotiations on an almost $1 trillion COVID-19 economic relief package.
Pardon Granted To Ronnie Long By NC Gov. Roy Cooper
North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper granted a pardon of innocence for Ronnie Long, a Concord man who spent 44 years behind bars for a rape conviction he said he didn't commit.
Biden Picks North Carolina Environmental Chief To Lead EPA
President-elect Joe Biden on Thursday offered the leadership of the Environmental Protection Agency to Michael S. Regan, a North Carolina regulator who has made a name pursuing cleanups of industrial toxins and helping low-income and minority communities hit hardest by pollution.
Mary C. Curtis: COVID-19 Vaccinations Underway
The firstΒ COVID-19 vaccines, from Pfizer and approved by the FDA for emergency use, have been sent throughout the country, including North Carolina, whereΒ health care workers and residents of care facilities are tops of the list to receive the shot.
President Trump Announces Attorney General Barr's Resignation
Attorney General William Barr, one of President Donald Trumpβs staunchest allies, is departing amid lingering tension over the presidentβs baseless claims of election fraud and the investigation into President-elect Joe Bidenβs son. Trump said the attorney general submitted his letter of resignation at the White House on Monday.
Democrat Joe Biden Clears 270-Vote Threshold In Electoral College Count
Joe Biden has cleared the 270-electoral-vote mark to formalize his presidential victory with Californiaβs 55 votes.
South Carolina Electors Cast All 9 Votes For President Trump
South Carolinaβs nine presidential electors have officially awarded the stateβs electoral votes to President Donald Trump and Vice President Mike Pence.
Beasley Concedes Defeat In North Carolina Chief Justice Race
North Carolina Supreme Court Chief Justice Cheri Beasley conceded on Saturday to Republican Paul Newby in their extremely close election after two rounds of recounts saw little change in the vote margin between them.
North Carolina Awards 15 Electoral College Votes To Trump
North Carolina awarded its 15 electoral votes to President Donald Trump on Monday, following the will of the people in a state where the Republican won a narrow victory.
POLITICAL WRAP: Electoral College Meets Monday; Latest on COVID Vaccine
Monday, the Electoral College will meet to formally cast their ballots for President and Vice President of the United States. It comes just days after the Supreme Court rejected a lawsuit by the Texas Attorney General to overturn millions of votes.
North Carolina Public Health Officials Announce How COVID-19 Vaccine Will Be Distributed
North Carolina public health officials held a news conference on December 10th to announce details on how the COVID-19 vaccines will be distributed in the state.Β Officials say the state could start receiving vaccines in the next few days.
U.S. Government And 48 States Sue Facebook For 'Predatory' Conduct
The U.S. government and 48 states and districts sued Facebook Wednesday, accusing it of abusing its market power in social networking to crush smaller competitors and seeking remedies that could include a forced spinoff of the social networkβs Instagram and WhatsApp messaging services.
Gov. Henry McMaster Provides COVID-19 Update For South Carolina
Governor Henry McMaster and health officials provide a coronavirus update for South Carolina on December 9th.
Hall, Hamilton Leaving Cabinet As Cooper Preps For 2nd Term
Two members of North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooperβs Cabinet wonβt remain in their posts as his second term begins next month, Cooper announced on Tuesday.
New White House Offer Adds $600 Checks To COVID-19 Relief
The Trump administration is back in the middle of Capitol Hillβs confusing COVID-19 negotiations, offering a $916 billion package to House Speaker Nancy Pelosi that would send a $600 direct payment to most Americans but eliminate a $300-per-week unemployment benefit favored by a bipartisan group of Senate negotiators.
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