Politics
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New polls show rising economic anxiety in North Carolina
A majority of North Carolinians across several polls say that costs are higher in President Donald Trump’s second term and that they are cutting back on spending as a result.
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Early voting begins today. Here’s what to watch for in the 2026 NC primaries
The 2026 NC primaries are about to kick off, setting up key congressional, state legislative and judicial elections in November.
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Potential measles exposure in Wake County, health officials say
A person with measles visited several public locations in Wake County on Feb. 5 and 6, including a gym and supermarket.
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Most Americans disapprove of RFK Jr.’s changes to vaccine policy, new poll says
A Kaiser Family Foundation poll found that adults who had heard of federal changes to the childhood vaccine schedule were twice as likely to say it would hurt children than help them.
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Looking for reliable resources about childhood vaccines? Start here.
It can be hard to know where to find good information about vaccines, but these organizations offer clear and sound medical guidance on what can be a confusing and maddening debate.
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Mobilizing with love: NC faith leaders launch Selma march for overlooked voters
As early voting begins soon for the midterm elections, organizers say mobilizing voters who feel overlooked could reshape North Carolina’s political future.
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How measles came back from the dead and what it means for North Carolina
Measles is the most contagious disease to ever confront humans and is entirely preventable, doctors say. Now, an outbreak in neighboring South Carolina is putting North Carolina doctors increasingly on edge.
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How to get health care in North Carolina if you’re uninsured
For those who’ve lost health insurance, free clinics and providers offer help in uncertain times. Here’s how to get health care if you’re uninsured.
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How the loss of Affordable Care Act tax credits is affecting North Carolina
Affordable Care Act tax credits that reduced premium costs for millions of Americans expired after inaction from Congress. Here’s what that means for you.
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These preventable diseases are huge fans of federal changes to vaccine policies
Recent changes to federal vaccine policies could cause a resurgence of some serious diseases, medical experts warn. Here’s a primer on why the diseases are so dangerous and how the vaccines are so effective.
