Instagram Hides Some Posts That Mention Abortion
Instagram is blocking posts that mention abortion from public view, in some cases requiring users to confirm their age before letting them view posts offering information about the procedure.
Abortion Ban Takes Effect In Tennessee, Paused In Texas
A federal court has allowed Tennessee to ban abortions as early as six weeks into pregnancy, while a Texas judge temporarily blocked enforcement of that stateβs ban on virtually all abortions.
Surprise Jan. 6 Hearing Features Key Witness From Trump White House | VIDEO
The House panel investigating the Capitol insurrection will hear testimony Tuesday from Cassidy Hutchinson, a top aide in Donald Trumpβs White House. Sheβs considered a vital witness in the investigation into the Jan. 6, 2021 attack.
South Carolina Attorney General Confirms State's Fetal Heartbeat Law Now In Effect
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson confirms that South Carolina's Fetal Heartbeat Act is now in effect. The law outlaws abortions after the point at which a fetal heartbeat is detected.
Supreme Court's Abortion Ruling Sets Off New Court Fights
The fall of Roe v. Wade shifted the battleground over abortion to courthouses around the country, as abortion foes looked to quickly enact statewide bans and the other side sought to buy more time.
With Roe Dead, Some Fear Rollback Of LGBTQ And Other Rights
The U.S. Supreme Courtβs decision allowing states to ban abortion is stirring alarm among LGBTQ advocates. They fear that the ruling could someday allow a rollback of legal protections for gay relationships, including the right for same-sex couples to marry.
What Roe V. Wade Overturning Means For Residents Across The Carolinas
Many are concerned about their access to safe healthcare after the Supreme Court announced its decision to overturn Roe V. Wade on Friday. Here is where North and South Carolina stand on the issue.
Supreme Court Overturns Roe V. Wade; States Can Ban Abortion
The Supreme Court has ended constitutional protections for abortion that had been in place nearly 50 years β a decision by its conservative majority to overturn the court's landmark abortion cases.
Gun Safety Bill Gains Traction With Support Of Both North Carolina Senators
Meaningful movement in Washington when it comes to safe communities and gun reform.Β A bill thatβs been given the green light from both of North Carolinaβs Senators is headed to the house for review.Β
Biden Administration Moves To Expand Title IX Protections
The Biden administration has proposed a dramatic overhaul of campus sexual assault rules. The goal is to expand protections for LGBTQ students, bolster the rights of victims and widen collegesβ responsibilities in addressing sexual misconduct.
Supreme Court Strikes New York Gun Law, Expanding Gun Rights
The Supreme Court said Thursday that Americans have a right to carry guns in public, a major expansion of gun rights.
Mecklenburg County Adopts $2.2 Billion Operating Budget For 2023
The Board of County Commissioners has adopted a $2.2 billion operating budget for the Fiscal Year of 2023 in Mecklenburg County.
1st Native American US Treasurer To Be Appointed, Head Mint
A Native American is being appointed U.S. treasurer, a historic first.
South Charlotte Neighbors Concerned About Proposed Apartment Complex Expansion
Neighbors are speaking out against a plan to expand a South Charlotte apartment complex. A developer wants to add nearly 300 new units at Legacy Arboretum on Pineville-Matthews Road.
Biden Says Decision On Gas Tax Holiday May Come This Week
President Joe Biden says heβs considering a federal holiday on the gasoline tax.That could possibly save U.S. consumers as much as 18.4 cents a gallon.
Gov. Cooper Tests Positive For COVID-19
Governor Roy Cooper has tested positive for COVID-19.
Japan Court Says Ban On Same-Sex Marriage Constitutional
A Japanese court has ruled that the countryβs ban on same-sex marriage does not violate the constitution, and rejected demands for compensation by three couples who said their right to free union and equality has been violated.
Elections Slated For 15 North Carolina Counties On July 26th
Officials say voters in 15 N.C. counties will go to the polls on July 26th in a mix of municipal general elections, runoff elections and, in Graham and Wake counties, second primaries for sheriff.
1/6 Panel Probes Trump Pressure On Pence To Reject Election
The Jan. 6 committee is plunging into Donald Trumpβs last-ditch effort to salvage the 2020 election by pressuring Vice President Mike Pence to reject the electoral count β powers Pence didn't have.
Parents And Community Activist Call For Change Following Contentious Meeting With Interim Superintendent
Frustration over student achievement boiling over at Tuesday's Charlotte Mecklenburg School Board meeting. It was the first meeting since the interim superintendent walked out of a meeting with faith and community leaders.
