Confusion Over Student Debt Relief
The future of the Biden administration's student debt relief program is still up in the air, and recently some incorrect emails caused even more confusion about the program.
NC Lawmakers To Review State's Power Grid Vulnerability Following Attack In Moore Co.
North Carolina's top legislative leaders said Tuesday that the General Assembly will review what can be done to protect the state's power transmission system following the Duke Energy substation shooting attacks this month that putΒ Moore County in the dark for days.
NC Attorney General Josh Stein Brings Online Safety Program To CMS
North Carolina Attorney General Josh Stein introduced a new program to Charlotte-Mecklenburg County Schools on Tuesday.Β The program called "Family Technology Agreement."Β
Former VP Mike Pence Attends Dedication Of Billy Graham Library Expansion
Former Vice President Mike Pence traveled to Charlotte to attend the ribbon cutting of the Billy Kim Hall which will allow for training and events at the Billy Graham Library.
North Carolina Attorney General To Weigh Charges In Meadows Voter Fraud Case
The North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation said it has submitted to state prosecutors the findings of its voter fraud probe into Mark Meadows.
Twitter Relaunching Subscriber Service After Debacle
Twitter is once again attempting to launch its premium service, a month after aΒ previous attempt failed.
Confederate Monument Set to be Removed From Virginia Capital
Richmond is the onetime capital of the Confederacy that began removing its many other Confederate monuments in 2020 amid nationwide racial justice protests
Democratic Sen. Kyrsten Sinema Switches to Independent
Democratic Sen. Kyrsten Sinema of Arizona announced Friday that she now has registered as an independent, but she does not plan to caucus with Republicans, ensuring Democrats will retain their narrow voting majority in the Senate.
Democratic Sen. Warnock Wins Georgia Runoff Against Walker
Democratic Sen. Raphael Warnock has defeated Republican challenger Herschel Walker in a runoff election in Georgia. The victory by the state's first Black senator ensures Democrats an outright majority in the chamber for the rest of President Joe Biden's current term.
Warnock Projected Winner In Georgia Runoff Election
The Georgia Senate runoff race between incumbent Democratic Sen. Raphael Warnock and Republican Herschel Walker has been a tight race from the start.
COVID's Lingering Impact Prompts Real ID Deadline Extension
The deadline for obtaining the Real ID needed to board a domestic flight has been pushed back again, with the Department of Homeland Security citing the lingering impact of the COVID-19 pandemic for the slower-than-expected rollout.
For Trump, Tax Fraud Case Just One Of Several Legal Problems
A New York jury convicted Donald Trump's company of tax fraud Tuesday,Β a verdictΒ that could damage the Republican politically and adds to an already long list ofΒ legal headachesΒ as he mounts another run for president.
Rep. Madison Cawthorn Broke Rules Over 'Meme' Crypto, Told To Pay $14K
Departing U.S. Rep. Madison Cawthorn of North Carolina has been told to pay over $14,000 to charity after the House Ethics Committee found he financially benefited while purchasing a cryptocurrency that he was promoting and violated conflict of interest rules.
Man Arrested After Egg Allegedly Thrown at King Charles III
A man was arrested Tuesday on suspicion of assault after an egg was allegedly hurled towards King Charles III during a visit to a town center, police said.
Georgia Senate Runoff Race Making National Impact
Georgia voters are set to decide the final Senate contest in the country. They will choose whether to reelect Democratic Sen. Raphael Warnock or instead opt for Republican football legend Herschel Walker.
Supreme Court: President Biden's Student Loan Forgiveness Program To Remain Blocked For Now
Students hoping for a break on their college debt may have to wait until next summer before a decision is made on President Biden's loan forgiveness program.
Student Loan Forgiveness Plan Blocked Again
A second judge deals a blow to President Biden's student loan forgiveness plan.
Hakeem Jeffries Chosen as New House Dem Leader
House Democrats ushered in a new generation of leaders on Wednesday with Rep. Hakeem Jeffries elected to be the first Black American to head a major political party in Congress at a pivotal time as long-serving Speaker Nancy Pelosi and her team step aside next year.
NC Health Agency Appealing Ruling On Services For Disabled
North Carolina's government is appealingΒ a trial judge's orderΒ that demands many more community services by certain dates for people with intellectual and development disabilities who otherwise live at institutions, the top state health official said Wednesday.
House Votes To Avert Rail Strike And Imposes Deal On Unions
Congress is moving urgently to stop a looming U.S. rail strike. The House passed a bill Wednesday that would bind companies and workers to a proposed settlement reached in September that failed to gain the support of all 12 unions involved.
