Gov. Cooper blocks fitness types from gyms for a bit longer
N.C. fitness clubs can't open after a veto override effort fails
Bob Rucho resigning from UNC System Board of Governors
Bob Rucho is resigning from the UNC System Board of Governors
Lots of economic pain across the state, lawmakers confirm
Four state lawmakers from across North Carolina gave a sobering report on how the coronavirus pandemic has slammed their local economies during a videoconference this week sponsored by the NC [...]
State-of-the-art laboratory coming to west Raleigh
Raleigh will host one of the nation’s most complex labs as state government combines testing sites.
N.C. Zoo bets on new director, upgrades to draw larger crowds
With a repair backlog and a rural location inhibiting visits, the North Carolina Zoo needs investment, proponents say. State lawmakers are paying attention, buoyed by a director with turnaround [...]
Jackie Grant leads the NC Bar Association
Jackie Grant is the a new face leading the charge at The North Carolina Bar Association
Gov. Roy Cooper shows workhorse style in promoting North Carolina
Amid a sizzling economy and robust foreign investment, Gov. Roy Cooper presses for more spending on education and job training.
N.C. lawmakers favor living wage for state workers, but not private-sector staff
For years, the term “living wage” has been a hot-button topic pitting business interests against unions and labor organizers advocating for a higher minimum salary. This week, the Republican-led [...]
Western Governors aims for rapid online growth in N.C.
A national leader in online college education has ambitious N.C. growth plans.
Business rules the N.C. roost, Chamber study shows
Lest anyone doubt North Carolina is business friendly, the NC Chamber’s fifth annual scorecard on lawmakers’ voting patterns shows who is in charge. Of the N.C. General Assembly’s 170 lawmakers — [...]