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.
Congress Prepares to Take Up Bill Preventing Rail Strike
Congress is moving swiftly to prevent a looming U.S. rail workers strike, reluctantly intervening in a labor dispute to stop what would surely be a devastating blow to the nationβs economy if the transportation of fuel, food and other critical goods were disrupted.
Play of the Day: Team USA Advances to Next Round of World Cup
The play of the day and a win for the entire country! Team USA took on Iran Tuesday in a World Cup win or go home game.Β
Mark Meadows Ordered To Testify Before A Grand Jury In Georgia
The South Carolina Supreme Court has ordered Mark Meadows to testify before a grand jury investigating efforts by former President Donald Trump and his allies to overturn the 2020 presidential election results in Georgia.
North Carolina Board Certifies General Election Results
North Carolina's State Board of Elections certified the results of the November general election on Tuesday after an extensive canvassing process designed to ensure the votes have been tabulated correctly.
Colorado Gay Club Shooting Suspect To Be At Court Hearing
The alleged shooter facing possible hate crime charges in the fatal shooting of five people at a Colorado Springs gay nightclub is scheduled to make their first court appearance Wednesday from jail after being released from the hospital a day earlier.
White House Approves Federal Disaster Aid To South Carolina In Aftermath Of Ian
President Joe Biden granted a federal disaster declaration for South Carolina in response to Hurricane Ian.
Taylor Swift Ticket Trouble Could Drive Political Engagement
Some of Taylor Swiftβs fans want you to know three things: Theyβre not still 16, they have careers and resources and, right now, theyβre angry. Thatβs a powerful political motivator, researchers say.
Elon Musk's Twitter Reinstates Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene
Elon Muskβs Twitter has reinstated the personal account of far-right Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, which wasΒ banned in JanuaryΒ for violating the platformβs COVID misinformation policies.
President Biden Pardons Turkeys From Monroe, 'Chocolate' and 'Chip'
Chocolate and Chip were driven up from North Carolina on Saturday and were checked into a room at the Willard hotel near the White House to await their visit with the President and his declaration of their freedom.
Tim Moore Poised To Win Record 5th Term As NC House Speaker
Speaker Tim Moore is again the choice of North Carolina state House Republicans to lead the chamber for the next two years after an internal vote Friday that should bring him history-making longevity at the top.
Pelosi's Big Decision: 'Thereβs A Life Out There, Right?'
Speaker Nancy PelosiΒ said the attack on her husband made her think about staying on as the House Democratic leader because she βcouldn't give them that satisfactionβ of intimidating her out of politics.
North Carolina Governor Pushes Gun Safety In Keynote Speech
Gov. Roy Cooper recalls Raleigh shooting spree during keynote speech about gun violence.
Republicans Win Control of House
Republicans are poised to take control of the House of Representatives in January, as current Speaker Nancy Pelosi prepares to make an announcement about her future.
US House Win By Ex-Combat Pilot Cements Republican Control
Republican Rep. Mike Garcia, a former Navy fighter pilot, scored an upset U.S. House win in a strongly Democratic district Wednesday, handing the GOPΒ control of the chamberΒ
Both North Carolina Senators Tillis & Burr Vote To Advance Same-Sex Marriage Bill
A bill that would add federal protections to same sex marriage passed a key vote in the Senate on Wednesday.
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