NC Senate Hopefuls Budd, Beasley Agree to Debate Next Month
North Carolinaβs two major-party U.S. Senate candidates have agreed to participate in a televised debate next month.
President Biden: Tentative Railway Labor Deal Reached, Averting Strike
President Joe Biden said Thursday that a tentative railway labor agreement has been reached, averting a strike that could have been devastating to the economy before the pivotal midterm elections.
Queen Elizabeth II Lies In State After Solemn Procession
The coffin of Queen Elizabeth II left Buckingham Palace for the last time Wednesday, borne on a horse-drawn carriage and saluted by cannons and the tolling of Big Ben, in a solemn procession through the flag-draped, crowd-lined streets of London to Westminster Hall.
Donald Trump Announces Wilmington Rally
He will speak in support of Republican U.S. Senate nominee Ted Budd and the entire North Carolina "Trump Ticket."
Sen. Lindsey Graham Announces Bill To Ban Most Abortions After 15 Weeks Nationwide
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham has announced a bill that puts the political debate over abortion back in the spotlight. The bill would ban abortions nationwide after 15 weeks, with exceptions for rape, incest, and the life of the mother.
France To Open Debate On Legalizing Assisted Suicide
French President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday announced a national debate on end-of-life options that will include exploring the possibility of legalizing assisted suicide.
Queen Elizabeth II Remembered By Those In Charlotte
Local Members Of British Club Of Charlotte React to The Death Of Queen Elizabeth II. British club of Charlotte President Nicholas Rose remembers celebrating the Queen's silver jubilee in the 70's while living in London.
Queen Elizabeth II Dead At 96 After 70 Years On The Throne
Queen Elizabeth II, Britainβs longest-reigning monarch and a rock of stability across much of a turbulent century, died Thursday after 70 years on the throne. She was 96.
Queen Elizabeth II Under Medical Care Amid Health Fears
Buckingham Palace said Thursday that Queen Elizabeth II is under medical supervision because doctors are βconcerned for Her Majestyβs health,β as members of her family traveled to be with the 96-year-old monarch in Scotland.
City Council Members Select Braxton Winston As New Mayor Pro Tem
Fellow city council members unanimously selected councilman Braxton Winston as new mayor Pro Tem.
N.C. 1st Lady Kristin Cooper's Dad Dies
North Carolina First Lady Kristin Cooper's dad, Dr. Samuel Charles Bernhardt, died peacefully at his home on August 31st in Oklahoma City.
Vice President Kamala Harris To Travel To North Carolina On Thursday
Vice President Kamala Harris will travel to Durham, N.C. on Thursday.
Governor Cooper Appoints News DA For Cabarrus County
On Friday, Governor Roy Cooper announced the appointment of Ashlie Shanley to serve as District AttorneyΒ in Prosecutorial District 25, serving Cabarrus County.
Former Teacher & Air Force Pilot Joins School Board Race To Combat "Wokism"
A former teacher and retired Air Force Pilot is joining the race for school board. Bill Fountain says he's worried left-wing ideology has worked its way into Charlotte's school system from the books assigned to what students are taught about gender identity.
Big Student Loan Forgiveness Plan Announced By Biden
President Biden on Wednesday announced his long-awaited plan to deliver on a campaign promise to provide $10,000 in student debt cancellation for millions of Americans.
Paul Pelosi Gets 5 Days In Jail, 3 Years Of Probation In DUI
The husband of U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi pleaded guilty Tuesday to misdemeanor driving under the influence charges related to a May crash in California's wine country and was sentenced to five days in jail and three years of probation.
Fauci To Step Down After Decades As Top US Infection Expert
Dr. Anthony Fauci, the nation's top infectious disease expert who became a household name β and the subject of partisan attacks β during the COVID-19 pandemic, announced Monday he will leave the federal government in December after more than five decades.
Jill Biden Rejoins President After Negative COVID-19 Tests
First lady Jill Biden left COVID-19 isolation on Sunday after twice testing negative for the coronavirus and reunited with President Joe Biden at their Delaware beach home.
Saudi Doctoral Student Gets 34 Years In Prison For Tweets
A Saudi court has sentenced a doctoral student to 34 years in prison for spreading βrumorsβ and retweeting dissidents, according to court documents obtained Thursday, a decision that has drawn growing global condemnation.
Judge Reinstates North Carolina's 20-Week Abortion Ban
Abortions in North Carolina are no longer legal after 20 weeks of pregnancy, a federal judge ruled Wednesday, eroding protections in one of the Southβs few remaining safe havens for reproductive freedom.
