Michael McElroy is Cardinal & Pine’s political correspondent. He is an adjunct instructor at UNC-Chapel Hill’s Hussman School of Journalism and Media, and a former editor at The New York Times.
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FDA Approves Pfizer Vaccine for Kids 12 and Up
The US Food and Drug Administration expanded its emergency use authorization of the Pfizer vaccine on Monday, taking a huge step in the overall vaccination effort and bringing incalculable relief to many parents. It’s the news so many have been waiting for: Children 12 and older can now safely get the COVID-19 vaccine. The US…
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North Carolina Puts Johnson & Johnson Vaccine Back in Broad Rotation After CDC Review
Medical systems across North Carolina are back to distributing the Johnson & Johnson vaccine.
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4 Ways the Biden Administration Wants to Slow Climate Change in NC
Joe Biden has made responding to climate change a priority of his presidency. Here’s what that means for North Carolina.
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‘Women in Our State Deserve to be Paid Fairly’: NC Democrats File Gender Pay Gap Legislation
Why supporters in North Carolina say there’s real momentum to address longtime pay gaps between men and women.
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VP Kamala Harris on How Fixing Roads, Bridges, Pipes, and the Internet Can Help NC
The vice president came to North Carolina to show how the American Jobs Plan waiting for congressional approval could bolster the nation’s economy and more.
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Roll Up Those Sleeves. NC Makes Vaccines Available to Anyone Over 16.
Anyone over 16 can now get a COVID-19 vaccine in NC, though challenges remain finding appointments.
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How North Carolina Became the Model for Democrats’ Nationwide Push to Expand Voting Access
Since Election Day, Republicans have filed hundreds of bills aimed at restricting voting access. But the federal ‘For The People Act’ would introduce sweeping, NC-like voting reforms nationwide.
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Gov. Cooper: Opening Vaccine to All Adults Will Guard Against COVID-19 Resurgence
North Carolina reporting successful rollout of COVID-19 vaccine. But Cooper says some still need convincing to get their shot.
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Considering the COVID Vaccine? Krispy Kreme Will Give You a Donut Per Day
The North Carolina-based doughnut gods at Krispy Kreme want to sweeten the deal for those signing up for their COVID vaccine shots.
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COVID Variants Are a Serious but Manageable Threat in NC, Expert Says
Here’s what you need to know about COVID variants in North Carolina and how to protect you and your family.
