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Jackson Sworn In, Becomes 1st Black Woman On Supreme Court

Ketanji Brown Jackson has been sworn in to the Supreme Court, shattering a glass ceiling as the first Black woman on the nation’s highest court.

Biden Backs Filibuster Exception To Protect Abortion Access

President Joe Biden says he would support an exception to the Senate filibuster to protect access to abortion after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe versus Wade.

AP: Yellowstone Bison Gores Colorado Man, Causes Arm Injury

A Colorado man who Yellowstone National Park officials say got too close to a bison was thrown by the animal while trying to get himself and a child away from danger.

Officials: NC Budget Deal Reached Between House, Senate

North Carolina Republican legislative leaders have reached an agreement on adjustments to the second year of the two-year state government budget that was approved last fall.

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 state’s 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 Trump’s White House. She’s 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 Court’s 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 — 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. A bill that’s been given the green light from both of North Carolina’s Senators is headed to the house for review.

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 colleges’ 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 he’s considering a federal holiday on the gasoline tax.That could possibly save U.S. consumers as much as 18.4 cents a gallon.