'Our Mission Hasn't Changed': NC Supreme Court Justice Seeking Re-Election Addresses Breast Cancer Diagnosis, Surgery

Earls shares health update, vows to serve and seek reelection

(The Center Square) – Justice Anita Earls, one of two Democrats on the seven-member North Carolina Supreme Court, said Tuesday she will battle through a breast cancer diagnosis and continue serving her eight-year term.

'But if you know me, I don’t back down from a tough fight': State Justice Anita Earls speaks on her cancer battle

North Carolina Supreme Court Justice Anita Earls has publicly announced her breast cancer diagnosis, expressing her determination to continue her duties and urging women to prioritize regular health screenings.

NC Supreme Court Justice Anita Earls has cancer, will continue reelection bid

The Democratic incumbent seeking reelection to the N.C. Supreme Court in 2026, Justice Anita Earls, said her breast cancer diagnosis won't stop her work on the court or her reelection campaign.

Earls continues Supreme Court campaign after cancer diagnosis

North Carolina Supreme Court Associate Justice Anita Earls has disclosed a recent diagnosis of breast cancer but said she plans to remain in the 2026 judicial race while receiving treatment. In a statement released Tuesday, Earls said the cancer was detected late last year and that she underwent successful surgery over the holiday period. She is scheduled for additional treatment in January. Medical professionals have given her a positive progno…

NC Supreme Court Justice reveals cancer diagnosis, recovery

North Carolina Supreme Court Justice Anita Earls says she had surgery for early stage breast cancer and expects a quick recovery as she seeks reelection.

'Our mission hasn't changed': NC Supreme Court Justice seeking re-election addresses breast cancer diagnosis, surgery

A North Carolina Supreme Court Justice announced Tuesday that during her fight to stay in justice, she is enduring a personal fight as well.