Post Helene: Flood-Reduction Initiatives Set to Transform North Carolina
North Carolina is set to enhance its flood resilience with nearly 280 approved flood-reduction projects funded by approximately $19.5 million from the General Assembly and $4.7 million from the Department of Environmental Quality, as part of the Streamflow Rehabilitation Assistance Program (StRAP).
Attorney General Josh Stein Celebrates Local Heroes with Dogwood Awards
Attorney General Josh Stein presented the Dogwood Award to four exemplary individuals from eastern North Carolina, including District Attorneys Ernie Lee and Scott Thomas for their efforts against the fentanyl crisis and community safety, respectively; Congressman GK Butterfield for his long-standing public service; and Detective Brandon Peebles for his contributions in law enforcement and youth coaching, inspiring others to positively impact their communities.
$273 Million Fund Launched for Hurricane Helene Recovery
The U.S. House prepares disaster relief for Hurricane Helene's victims in Western North Carolina. A $273 million recovery fund will support schools and local governments, emphasizing community engagement and unity in recovery efforts.
Rep. Edwards Highlights Resilience and Resources in Wake of Hurricane Helene
In the wake of Hurricane Helene, Senator Chuck Edwards praises the resilience of North Carolinians as efforts focus on providing essential resources, including water and food distribution, local support initiatives, debris removal, voter information, healthcare access, and aid for veterans and farmers, demonstrating a strong community response to the challenges faced.
North Carolina’s State Health Plan On Brink of Insolvency
The State Health Plan, a plan that covers 750,000 state employees is in deep financial trouble. NC Treasurer Dale Folwell is doing everything he can to fund the plan in the short time he has left in office.
Parental Access Denied! NC Minors Able to Consent to Controversial Therapies
Minor children from 0 to 18, including children with developmental disabilities, have the ability to make their own medical decisions without parental knowledge or consent due to loophole in the law. NC medical freedom groups are trying to remove the loophole, but are meeting resistance from certain politicians.
Public School Leaders Embrace Competition in Age of School Choice
CALN is a collaborative initiative working to prioritize academic excellence and student success in traditional public schools across the Carolinas.
Three Republicans Vie to Challenge Secretary of State Marshall
North Carolina's executive branch consists of 10 independently elected officials, including the secretary of state, with Elaine Marshall currently in office and facing competition from three Republicans in the upcoming election.
Crime is Not Dropping in Buncombe County
Local leaders in Asheville and Buncombe County are accused of manipulating statistics and downplaying the severity of the crime problem, while rising incidents of violent crimes, sexual assault, and armed robbery contradict the claim of a drop in crime rates, highlighting the challenges faced by an understaffed Asheville Police Department.
Cooper Bans TikTok, WeChat on State Government Devices
People using state government computers and mobile phones will soon lose access to TikTok and WeChat. Gov. Roy Cooper issued an executive order Thursday prohibiting use of those applications on state-issued devices.