Politics

NC Senate Reduces Wait For Unsupervised Driving

More young North Carolina drivers wouldn’t have to hold a learner’s permit as long before advancing to unsupervised driving in legislation approved by the state Senate.

NCAE Files Lawsuit Against Gaston Co. BOE Over Ongoing Payroll Issues

After more than a year of persistent payroll problems, the North Carolina Association of Educators is suing the Gaston County Board of Education on behalf of district employees.

Commissioners Vote On 80-Acre "Santé Matthews" Mixed-Use Development

A plan for a new 80-acre mixed-used development is up for a vote in Matthews on Monday night.

Report: Trump Invited To Testify Before NY Grand Jury

Former President Donald Trump has reportedly been invited to testify next week before a New York grand jury that has been investigating hush money payments made on his behalf during his 2016 presidential campaign.

Union Co. School Board Adds New Rule On Transgender Student Athletes

The Union County School Board has added a new rule dealing with transgender student athletes.

Ex-North Carolina Congressional Candidate Enters Guilty Plea

A former North Carolina congressional candidate has pleaded guilty to a federal campaign finance violation.

NC Governor Talks Prosperity, Culture War Warning

North Carolina Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper urged legislators in his State of the State address to keep fueling opportunities for the state’s citizens to succeed.

NC Supreme Court To Revisit School Funding

A North Carolina Supreme Court ruling siding with the state controller means the court will revisit a school funding case in which an earlier lineup of justices issued a landmark opinion just four months ago.

North Carolina Senate Backs Legalizing Pot For Medical Use

The North Carolina Senate has again voted to legalize marijuana use for medical purposes. Supporters say the legislation would offer relief to those with debilitating or life-ending illnesses.

NC House Republicans Talking Privately On Abortion

North Carolina House Republicans are trying to reach an agreement on what kind of additional abortion restrictions they want to get behind in light of Roe v. Wade being overturned.

Supreme Court Student Loan Case: The Arguments Explained

The Supreme Court will hear arguments this week over President Joe Biden’s student debt relief plan. It's a plan that impacts millions of borrowers who could see their loans wiped away or reduced.

Harris Promotes Broadband During South Carolina Visit

ice President Kamala Harris promoted the Biden administration’s achievements on broadband internet access during a visit to South Carolina on Monday.

Residents Worried About Future Of Historical Neighborhood After Mayor Demos Home

Broken brick and busted boards are all that remains at a home on Madison Ave in the McCrorey Heights neighborhood.

Pence Will Take Subpoena Fight To Supreme Court If Necessary

Former Vice President Mike Pence says he'll challenge a subpoena by the special counsel overseeing investigations into efforts by former President Donald Trump and his allies to overturn the results of the 2020 election.

Haley Calls For Generational Change In Launching 2024 Bid

Republican Nikki Haley kicked off her 2024 presidential campaign Wednesday in Charleston. She's highlighting her biography while trying to sidestep the looming presence of her onetime boss, former President Donald Trump.

California Will Try To Enshrine Right To Same-Sex Marriage

California lawmakers are going to try to officially repeal a 15-year-old voter initiative meant to ban same-sex marriage in the state.

CA Sen. Feinstein Says She Won't Run For Reelection

Democratic Sen. Dianne Feinstein is not seeking reelection in 2024. Her announcement signals the end of a groundbreaking political career spanning six decades.

US Renews Warning It'll Defend Philippines After China Spat

The United States renewed a warning that it would defend its treaty ally if Filipino forces come under attack in the disputed South China Sea.

Aptopix Turkey Syria Earthquake Animal Rescues

Struggle To Get Aid to Turkey and Syria After Massive Quake

Aid agencies and governments stepped up a scramble Tuesday to send help to parts of Turkey and Syria devastated by an earthquake, but a week after the disaster many complained they still were struggling to meet basic needs.