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North Carolina Judges Issue Mixed Ruling on Governor’s Appointment Powers

Posted by Associated Press | Jun 25, 2025 | State Government

North Carolina trial judges issued a mixed ruling for Gov. Josh Stein and lawmakers over recent changes to the governor’s appointment powers.

Three New Projects Aim to Expand High-Speed Internet Access in Chatham County

Posted by Henry Taylor | Jun 24, 2025 | Local Government, State Government

Three new high-speed internet projects are coming to Chatham County thanks to grant awards from NCDIT.

North Carolina Gov. Stein Vetoes His First Bills. They Are on Concealed Carry and Immigration

Posted by Associated Press | Jun 23, 2025 | Crime, Safety, State Government

North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein vetoed bills to let adults carry concealed handguns without a permit and force state agencies and local sheriffs more active in the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown.

North Carolina Lawmakers Finalize Bill That Would Scrap 2030 Carbon Reduction Goal

Posted by Associated Press | Jun 21, 2025 | Environment, State Government

North Carolina legislators finalized a bill Thursday that would eliminate an interim greenhouse gas reduction mandate set in a landmark 2021 law.

North Carolina Judges Side With GOP Lawmakers for Who Gets Say on Highway Patrol Commander

Posted by Associated Press | Jun 20, 2025 | State, State Government

A panel of North Carolina judges upheld part of a power-shifting law preventing Gov. Stein from selecting the State Highway Patrol commander.

North Carolina Housing Bill Draws Praise, Scorn and Suggestions From Local Representatives

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Jun 20, 2025 | Housing, Local Government, State Government

Senate Bill 205 has drawn both praise and criticism for provisions meant to increase the rate of approval for housing projects, but at the expense of some local government control.