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Tillis Says He Won’t Seek Reelection After Trump Primary Threats

Republican Party · North Carolina

Tillis Says He Won’t Seek Reelection After Trump Primary Threats

42% Center coverage: 306 sources

Sen. Thom Tillis, R-N.C., announced Sunday that he would not run for re-election, one day after he opposed a sweeping bill for President Donald Trump's agenda.See the Story

UNC Announces AD Transition Plan From Bubba Cunningham to RFK Racing President Steve Newmark in 2026

Motorsports · Chapel Hill

UNC Announces AD Transition Plan From Bubba Cunningham to RFK Racing President Steve Newmark in 2026

52% Center coverage: 27 sources

North Carolina athletic director Bubba Cunningham will transition next summer into a new advisory role to the school’s chancellor, while hiring RFK Racing team president Steve Newmark as his eventual successor. UNC announced the moves Tuesday, which marked the official start of revenue sharing where schools can begin directly paying athletes following the $2.8 billion House antitrust settlement. The transition includes a two-year contract extens…See the Story

Roy Cooper ‘Strongly’ Considering Senate Run After Tillis Announces He Will Not Seek Re-Election

North Carolina Politics · North Carolina

Roy Cooper ‘Strongly’ Considering Senate Run After Tillis Announces He Will Not Seek Re-Election

38% Center coverage: 26 sources

Democrats want to flip the seat blue in 2026 and there has been talk of former Governor Roy Cooper running for the seat.See the Story

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North Carolina judges issue mixed ruling on governor’s appointment powers

North Carolina judges issue mixed ruling on governor’s appointment powers

North Carolina judges issue mixed ruling on governor’s appointment powers

North Carolina Governor Vetoes Anti-DEI and Transgender Rights Bills ...

43% Center coverage: 21 sources

RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — Governor Josh Stein (D) is making clear his stance on three DEI bills and another focused on defining "man" and "woman," saying they do not address the pressing concerns of the people of North Carolina. Stein said the bills are distractions by Republicans who still haven’t passed a state budget – despite holding majorities in both chambers of the General Assembly. North Carolina is pursuing its own restrictions amid T…Culture See the Story

Gov. Josh Stein Vetoes Charter School, State Auditor, and Electric Utility Bills

56% Center coverage: 9 sources

RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein's office said three of the 10 bills on his desk were vetoed Wednesday. One of the bills vetoed was Senate Bill 254, which amends charter school laws to give the Charter School Review Board more power. Changes in the bill include giving the Charter School Review Board the ability to approve rules and policies at charter schools instead of only being able to provide recommendations to the North…Charter Schools · North Carolina See the Story

While NC Teachers Wait for Raises, Governor Stein Helps Kickoff School Supply Drive

100% Center coverage: 3 sources

RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — A school supply drive kicks off in Raleigh on Wednesday, meant to help teachers statewide who often have to buy supplies themselves. “I’ve spent my own money year after year buying school supplies, making sure my classroom stays fully stocked,” Rachel Brackney, a teacher, said “It is completely unacceptable to put the burden on the backs of our underpaid teachers,” Governor Josh Stein said. He helped kick off the supply dr…See the Story

How SNAP, Medicaid cuts in megabill passed in Senate could affect millions of North Carolinians

67% Center coverage: 3 sources

(WGHP) -- President Donald Trump has been fighting for his domestic policy bill for weeks, but some feel it’s shaping up to be a big betrayal. Medicaid was expanded in North Carolina with bipartisan support in December 2023, allowing roughly 670,000 people to access benefits, totaling 3.1 million people who qualify. Proposed changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program could cost the state $700 million to continue serving the more th…Donald Trump · Greensboro See the Story

Mariner rescued off NC by U.S. Coast Guard, National Park Service

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

SHACKLEFORD BANKS, N.C. (WNCN) — A man was rescued from a boat that ran aground in North Carolina Monday night by crews from the United States Coast Guard and the National Park Service. According to the USCG, watchstanders at Coast Guard Sector North Carolina Command Center received a call from a commercial towing service around 5:30 p.m. Monday. They reported a 34-foot trawler called Opeechee had run aground near Shackleford Banks and they were…Coast Guard See the Story

NC Among States with Highest Lightning Deaths: How to Stay Safe During Peak Storm Season

75% Center coverage: 4 sources

RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) – Lightning strikes cause the deaths of nearly 20 people in the U.S. every year with hundreds more severely injured, the National Weather Service reports. The summer months mark a busy time as peak lightning season, particularly from June through August. So far in 2025, lightning has killed four people, including a K-9 officer in eastern North Carolina who was hit while fishing back in mid-April. This is the 23rd lightning f…North Carolina · North Carolina See the Story

3 Drivers Suspended by Bowman Gray Stadium for Fight After Race

67% Center coverage: 3 sources

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. (WGHP) -- Bowman Gray Stadium has suspended three Street Stock Series drivers for a fight after the June 28 race, according to a BGS news release. Zack Staley, driver of the No. 7 car, has been suspended for the rest of the 2025 Bowman Gray Stadium racing season. Kyler Staley, driver of the No. 8 car, has been suspended for three races. Emilee Lewis, driver of the No. 4 car, has been suspended for one race. Video of the scuff…Greensboro, North Carolina · Greensboro See the Story

Crackdown on Street Racing in Charlotte: $1.5M in Luxury Cars Seized, Several Arrested

87% Center coverage: 8 sources

More than 40 officers teamed up to seize five high-end cars worth over $1.5 million and arrest five people in connection with illegal street racing.Charlotte, North Carolina · Charlotte See the Story

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