UNC Charlotte Students Raise Concerns About Proposed Fall Schedule
Some UNC Charlotte students are raising concerns about a proposed schedule for the Fall semester. The plan would eliminate Fall break and include exams held as late as December 23rd.
North Carolina Democrats To Hold State Convention Online
The North Carolina Democratic Party will hold its state convention online next month rather than in person, in keeping with social distancing rules from the coronavirus pandemic.
Mary C. Curtis: Dr. Fauci, Other Experts Testify on Pandemic Response, Gov. Cooper Calls for More Testing in NC
The nation's top health experts issue a warning on the coronavirus pandemic. Mary. C Curtis has the latest in the fight against coronavirus.
Pelosi Unveils $3T Virus Bill, Warns Inaction Costs More
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi unveiled a more than $3 trillion coronavirus aid package Tuesday, providing nearly $1 trillion for states and cities, “hazard pay” for essential workers and a new round of cash payments to individuals.
Via Video Hearing, SC Court Mulls Absentee Voting Expansion
At its first-ever oral argument via teleconference, the South Carolina Supreme Court heard concerns over potential difficulties of voting in this year’s elections due to the coronavirus outbreak, as social distancing recommendations remain in place.
South Carolina Governor Says Gyms, Barber Shops, Pools, And Other Businesses Can Reopen On May 18th
Governor Henry McMaster today announced that close contact service providers, fitness and exercise centers, commercial gyms, and public or commercial pools will be able to open in a limited capacity on Monday, May 18.
POLITICAL WRAP: WH Staffer Tests Positive for Coronavirus; Latest on Michael Flynn
The Trump administration's push to reopen is rattled as new cases hit close to home. And Vice President Mike Pence says he'd be "happy" to see Michael Flynn back in the administration.
Vice President Pence, White House Virus Task Force Members Face Quarantine
Vice President Mike Pence is self-isolating after an aide tested positive for the coronavirus last week.
Governor Softens Order Over Jailed Texas Hair Salon Owner
Republican Texas Gov. Greg Abbott on Thursday removed jail as a punishment for violating his coronavirus restrictions following outcry by conservatives over a Dallas salon owner who was locked up for refusing to keep her business closed.
WATCH LIVE: North Carolina Public Health Officials Hold Coronavirus News Conference
North Carolina public health officials hold a coronavirus news conference.
North Carolina Republican State Convention Pushed Back To July
The North Carolina Republican Party has delayed its convention by two months because of the continuing COVID-19 outbreak.
Mary C. Curtis: Phase 1 of North Carolina's Reopening Plan
Governor Roy Cooper say phase one of the reopening plan starts Friday.
New Details on Plans for Carolina Panthers HQ & Practice Facility in Rock Hill
We're getting a closer look at plans for the Panthers new team headquarters and practice facility in Rock Hill. It comes as the city's planning commission approves the Panthers' site plan.
POLITICAL WRAP: Pressure on States to Reopen; Biden Addresses Sexual Assault Allegation
Growing pressure on states to reopen, amid continued protests. And Presidential candidate Joe Biden breaks his silence on a sexual assault allegation from a former Senate staffer.
NRA Cutting Staff And Salaries Amid Coronavirus Pandemic
The National Rifle Association has laid off dozens of employees, canceled its national convention and scuttled fundraising, membership and shooting events that normally would be key to rallying its base in an election year.
North Carolina Covid-19 Package Gets Final General Assembly OK
The General Assembly on Saturday finalized a relief package to address the new coronavirus pandemic in North Carolina, agreeing to send money to schools, hospitals, local governments and researchers.
Canada Bans Assault-Style Weapons After Shooting Rampage
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced an immediate ban Friday on the sale and use of assault-style weapons in Canada, two weeks after a gunman killed 22 people in Nova Scotia.
White House Blocking Fauci Testimony To House Panel, Spokesman Says
A spokesman for a key House panel said Friday that the White House has blocked Dr. Anthony Fauci from testifying next week at a hearing on the coronavirus outbreak.
South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster To Allow Outdoor Dining At Restaurants Starting May 4th
Governor Henry McMaster today announced that the statewide “Work-or-Home” order will be lifted and returned to voluntary status on Monday, May 4th. The governor also announced that beginning on May 4th, restaurants throughout South Carolina may provide outdoor customer dining service in addition to existing take out, curbside, and delivery services.
New White House Press Secretary Kayleigh McEnany Holds First Briefing
President Donald Trump’s new spokeswoman, Kayleigh McEnany, vowed on Friday not to lie to reporters as she made her debut at the first White House briefing by a press secretary in more than a year.
