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East vs. West BBQ in North Carolina: Here’s the real difference between the two
In North Carolina, we have two main types of BBQ: Eastern-style and Western-style. Check out what each entails and where to get the best smoked bites.
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NC lawmakers override Josh Stein’s vetoes on climate change, gun laws
With some Democratic support, legislators defied Gov. Josh Stein, weakened state climate change laws and made it legal for private school teachers to take guns to school.
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The real founding fathers of NC: 4 Indigenous tribes that came first
Several indigenous tribes have always inhabited present-day NC. Let’s take a look at four of them.
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5 ways to save on back-to-school shopping in North Carolina
The average American is going to spend more than $800 this year on back-to-school shopping. Yikes. Here’s how to do it without breaking the bank in North Carolina.
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Republicans seek to override Josh Stein’s vetoes on gun bill and other contentious legislation
Since Democrats broke the supermajority in the NC House, these overrides are no sure thing. But some of the bills got bipartisan support.
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Michael Whatley launches bid for US Senate in North Carolina
Republican National Committee Chairman Michael Whatley will enter the race for US Sen. Thom Tillis’ seat. Here’s what to know about him.
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Roy Cooper officially enters US Senate race
Cooper officially announced his candidacy for North Carolina’s US Senate seat in 2026. He hasn’t lost an election since entering politics in 1986.
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Good News Friday: A big boost for eastern NC trails
This week’s edition of Good News Friday includes a huge boost for recreation on eastern NC trails, some swell news for job-hunters in the Triangle, and one Cary teen’s 100% perfect SAT score.
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Trump administration says it will release billions in frozen federal grants for schools
President Donald Trump’s administration had withheld $6 billion in funding for schools as part of a review to ensure spending aligned with the White House’s priorities.
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Trump releases all $165M in frozen education funds, says NC Attorney General Jeff Jackson
NC Attorney General Jeff Jackson says the Trump administration has reversed course on the $165 million it was withholding from North Carolina’s public schools.
