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President Trump decided to exclude Democratic governors from a traditional annual meeting at the White House and to disinvite several others from a black-tie dinner, according to the White House, governors and the National Governors Association. ncnewsline.com/2026/02/09/r... @statesnewsroom.com
Trump shuts out Democratic governors from traditional White House gatherings • NC Newsline
President Donald Trump decided to exclude Democratic governors from a traditional annual meeting at the White House and to disinvite several others from a black-tie dinner, according to the White Hous...
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February 10, 2026 at 12:15 AM
President Trump decided to exclude Democratic governors from a traditional annual meeting at the White House and to disinvite several others from a black-tie dinner, according to the White House, governors and the National Governors Association. ncnewsline.com/2026/02/09/r... @statesnewsroom.com
The Charter School Review Board on Monday unanimously approved a Wake County charter school’s request to separate its virtual program into a standalone charter school. ncnewsline.com/2026/02/09/n...
NC charter review board approves new standalone virtual school • NC Newsline
NC's charter review board unanimously approved Pine Springs Preparatory Academy’s request to separate its virtual program into a standalone charter.
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February 9, 2026 at 10:20 PM
The Charter School Review Board on Monday unanimously approved a Wake County charter school’s request to separate its virtual program into a standalone charter school. ncnewsline.com/2026/02/09/n...
State legislators hammered Mecklenburg County Sheriff Garry McFadden with questions about his cooperation with ICE, jail deaths, and jail programs for more than two hours Monday morning. ncnewsline.com/2026/02/09/n... By @lbonner.bsky.social #ncpol #Charlotte
NC Republican legislators grill Mecklenburg sheriff over jail operation and ICE cooperation • NC Newsline
NC Republican legislators criticized Mecklenburg County Sheriff Garry McFadden, but asked no questions about the Charlotte light rail stabbing.
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February 9, 2026 at 9:52 PM
State legislators hammered Mecklenburg County Sheriff Garry McFadden with questions about his cooperation with ICE, jail deaths, and jail programs for more than two hours Monday morning. ncnewsline.com/2026/02/09/n... By @lbonner.bsky.social #ncpol #Charlotte
Following unusual levels of ice and snowfall across the state this year, Rep. Cynthia Ball is introducing a bill to help North Carolina better respond to winter weather. ncnewsline.com/briefs/nc-la... by @christinezhu.bsky.social #ncpol
NC lawmaker proposes bill easing snow, ice removal after storms • NC Newsline
Following unusual levels of ice and snowfall across the state this year, Rep. Cynthia Ball is introducing a bill to help North Carolina better respond to winter weather.
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February 9, 2026 at 8:50 PM
Following unusual levels of ice and snowfall across the state this year, Rep. Cynthia Ball is introducing a bill to help North Carolina better respond to winter weather. ncnewsline.com/briefs/nc-la... by @christinezhu.bsky.social #ncpol
U.S. District Judge William Osteen denied a motion for a preliminary injunction for North Carolina college students seeking to have polling sites available on their campuses when early in-person voting begins this week. ncnewsline.com/briefs/north... #ncpol
North Carolina college students lose court battle to open early voting sites on campus • NC Newsline
U.S. District Judge William L. Osteen denied a motion for a preliminary injunction for North Carolina college students seeking to have polling sites available on their campuses when early voting begin...
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February 9, 2026 at 8:05 PM
U.S. District Judge William Osteen denied a motion for a preliminary injunction for North Carolina college students seeking to have polling sites available on their campuses when early in-person voting begins this week. ncnewsline.com/briefs/north... #ncpol
Costs for housing, vehicles, healthcare among top concerns, even for GOP voters ncnewsline.com/2026/02/09/p... by @gchildress.bsky.social #ncpol
Poll shows most North Carolinians concerned about rising prices, everyday expenses • NC Newsline
North Carolinians of all political stripes say they're having difficulty affording regular monthly expenses, according to a new survey by Catawba College and YouGov.
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February 9, 2026 at 1:09 PM
Costs for housing, vehicles, healthcare among top concerns, even for GOP voters ncnewsline.com/2026/02/09/p... by @gchildress.bsky.social #ncpol
In NC, 23 rural clinics had hoped to use the funding for more health care staff, transportation for patients. It hasn't worked out that way. ncnewsline.com/2026/02/09/c... Story via @kffhealthnews.org #nc
Clinics sour on CMS after agency scraps 10-Year primary care program only months in • NC Newsline
In NC, 23 rural clinics hoped to use a federal program to improve health care. The Trump administration canceled it and replaced it with one that favors companies.
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February 9, 2026 at 10:55 AM
In NC, 23 rural clinics had hoped to use the funding for more health care staff, transportation for patients. It hasn't worked out that way. ncnewsline.com/2026/02/09/c... Story via @kffhealthnews.org #nc
President Donald Trump’s calls this week to “nationalize” elections capped a year of efforts by his administration to exercise authority over state-run elections. The demands now have some state and local election officials fearing — and preparing for — a tumultuous year ahead. #ncpol
Trump’s calls to ‘nationalize’ elections have state, local election officials bracing for tumult • NC Newsline
State and local election officials are bracing for the prospect of federal action after President Donald Trump’s call to “nationalize” elections.
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February 7, 2026 at 2:59 PM
President Donald Trump’s calls this week to “nationalize” elections capped a year of efforts by his administration to exercise authority over state-run elections. The demands now have some state and local election officials fearing — and preparing for — a tumultuous year ahead. #ncpol
“To meet both today’s needs and what’s coming next, we need a pipeline of skilled workers — and community colleges are the backbone of that talent.” ncnewsline.com/briefs/duke-... #ncpol
Duke Energy gives $500K to NC community colleges to bolster energy workforce • NC Newsline
As North Carolina’s population grows, the need for energy workers will increase, too. Duke Energy is hoping to meet some of that demand by investing $500,000 in North Carolina’s community colleges to ...
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February 6, 2026 at 9:34 PM
“To meet both today’s needs and what’s coming next, we need a pipeline of skilled workers — and community colleges are the backbone of that talent.” ncnewsline.com/briefs/duke-... #ncpol
North Carolina’s transportation needs continue to outpace available funding. Lawmakers pressed NCDOT officials for answers. ncnewsline.com/2026/02/06/l... #ncpol
Legislators suggest revisiting how NCDOT funds transportation projects • NC Newsline
North Carolina’s transportation needs continue to outpace available funding. The State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) has $31.4 billion available for the next ten years, but there are $144 ...
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February 6, 2026 at 8:49 PM
North Carolina’s transportation needs continue to outpace available funding. Lawmakers pressed NCDOT officials for answers. ncnewsline.com/2026/02/06/l... #ncpol
Years of vacancies, low pay and high turnover have eroded staffing levels, disrupting operations and raising safety concerns. ncnewsline.com/2026/02/06/n... via @nchealthnews.bsky.social #ncpol
NC prisons face ‘dire’ staffing crisis • NC Newsline
About one in four state prisons — 14 facilities — have half or more of their correctional officer positions vacant. Prison officials and advocates say the shortages have reached a dangerous tipping po...
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February 6, 2026 at 6:05 PM
Years of vacancies, low pay and high turnover have eroded staffing levels, disrupting operations and raising safety concerns. ncnewsline.com/2026/02/06/n... via @nchealthnews.bsky.social #ncpol
The White House on Friday pulled down a social media post depicting former President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama as monkeys after members of Congress from both political parties called it racist. ncnewsline.com/2026/02/06/r... #nc #ncpol @jennifershutt.bsky.social
White House takes down meme of Obamas posted on Trump social media and slammed as racist • NC Newsline
Members of Congress from both political parties expressed dismay and disappointment Friday after President Donald Trump shared a video on social media depicting former President Barack Obama and first...
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February 6, 2026 at 5:24 PM
The White House on Friday pulled down a social media post depicting former President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama as monkeys after members of Congress from both political parties called it racist. ncnewsline.com/2026/02/06/r... #nc #ncpol @jennifershutt.bsky.social
UNC Chapel Hill continues to face challenges housing the people who attend and serve the university ncnewsline.com/2026/02/06/c... Story by @gchildress.bsky.social #ncpol
Chapel Hill searches for ways to make housing more affordable amid rapid growth • NC Newsline
UNC Chapel Hill continues to face challenges housing the people who attend and serve the university, Chancellor Lee Roberts said Thursday.
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February 6, 2026 at 4:41 PM
UNC Chapel Hill continues to face challenges housing the people who attend and serve the university ncnewsline.com/2026/02/06/c... Story by @gchildress.bsky.social #ncpol
The students contend that denying universities early voting sites is a targeted attempt to limit young people’s opportunities to vote. A judge will now decide. ncnewsline.com/2026/02/05/f... by @lbonner.bsky.social #ncpol
Federal judge questions the feasibility of opening NC university voting sites by next week • NC Newsline
Students at three NC universities said having no polling places on their campuses limits their voting rights. A judge will decide in days.
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February 6, 2026 at 11:31 AM
The students contend that denying universities early voting sites is a targeted attempt to limit young people’s opportunities to vote. A judge will now decide. ncnewsline.com/2026/02/05/f... by @lbonner.bsky.social #ncpol
After cyberattacks targeted North Carolina government services during the winter storms that buffeted the state, IT officials warned North Carolina lawmakers that the state is underprepared for digital threats — in part because of recent legislative actions. Story by @kingdollar.bsky.social #ncpol
After North Carolina cyberattacks, IT officials warn General Assembly of poor preparedness • NC Newsline
North Carolina IT officials warned lawmakers that the state is underprepared for digital threats — in part because of legislative actions.
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February 5, 2026 at 11:48 PM
After cyberattacks targeted North Carolina government services during the winter storms that buffeted the state, IT officials warned North Carolina lawmakers that the state is underprepared for digital threats — in part because of recent legislative actions. Story by @kingdollar.bsky.social #ncpol
Gov. Josh Stein signed an executive order Thursday morning aimed at strengthening the behavioral health and criminal justice systems in North Carolina to better respond to the state’s mental health treatment needs. ncnewsline.com/2026/02/05/s... by @christinezhu.bsky.social #ncpol
Stein pushes for behavioral health, criminal justice support in NC • NC Newsline
The governor's goals for the executive order include improving the state’s ability to involuntarily commit and treat people with dangerous mental health problems.
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February 5, 2026 at 11:13 PM
Gov. Josh Stein signed an executive order Thursday morning aimed at strengthening the behavioral health and criminal justice systems in North Carolina to better respond to the state’s mental health treatment needs. ncnewsline.com/2026/02/05/s... by @christinezhu.bsky.social #ncpol
The North Carolina Board of Education voted Thursday to send Cape View Leadership Academy’s charter appeal back to the Charter Schools Review Board for further, limited consideration. ncnewsline.com/2026/02/05/n...
NC Board of Education sends charter school denial back to review panel for 'limited' second look • NC Newsline
The North Carolina Board of Education voted Thursday to send Cape View Leadership Academy’s charter denial back for further, limited consideration.
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February 5, 2026 at 9:53 PM
The North Carolina Board of Education voted Thursday to send Cape View Leadership Academy’s charter appeal back to the Charter Schools Review Board for further, limited consideration. ncnewsline.com/2026/02/05/n...
The U.S. Department of Education reinforced the right to prayer in public schools in guidance issued Thursday. ncnewsline.com/2026/02/05/r... #ncpol #NCed @statesnewsroom.com
Trump Education Department bolsters protections for prayer in schools • NC Newsline
Trump announced the guidance during remarks at the National Prayer Breakfast in Washington, D.C., on Thursday, calling the move a “big deal.”
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February 5, 2026 at 8:58 PM
The U.S. Department of Education reinforced the right to prayer in public schools in guidance issued Thursday. ncnewsline.com/2026/02/05/r... #ncpol #NCed @statesnewsroom.com
As Americans grow increasingly frustrated over their electricity bills, states are trying to keep the nation’s growing number of data centers from causing higher energy costs for consumers. ncnewsline.com/2026/02/05/r... via @stateline.org #ncpol
With electricity bills rising, some states consider new data center laws • NC Newsline
As Americans grow increasingly frustrated over their electricity bills, states are trying to keep the nation’s growing number of data centers from causing higher energy costs for consumers.
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February 5, 2026 at 8:44 PM
As Americans grow increasingly frustrated over their electricity bills, states are trying to keep the nation’s growing number of data centers from causing higher energy costs for consumers. ncnewsline.com/2026/02/05/r... via @stateline.org #ncpol
President Donald Trump’s attempts to dramatically slash funding for the U.S. Department of Education amid a broader push to dismantle the agency hit a major roadblock this week in the form of bipartisan approval of a spending law that gives the department a small raise.
In setback for Trump, Congress in spending law rejects call to axe Education Department • NC Newsline
President Donald Trump’s attempts to dramatically slash funding for the U.S. Department of Education amid a broader push to dismantle the agency hit a major roadblock this week in the form of bipartis...
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February 5, 2026 at 4:11 PM
President Donald Trump’s attempts to dramatically slash funding for the U.S. Department of Education amid a broader push to dismantle the agency hit a major roadblock this week in the form of bipartisan approval of a spending law that gives the department a small raise.
When the heat turns on, bills shouldn’t break families ncnewsline.com/2026/02/05/w... (commentary)
When the heat turns on, bills shouldn’t break families • NC Newsline
As winter drags on, families across North Carolina are feeling the cold. For many of the low-income households the N.C. Justice Center serves, this season doesn’t just mean turning up the heat — it me...
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February 5, 2026 at 12:01 PM
When the heat turns on, bills shouldn’t break families ncnewsline.com/2026/02/05/w... (commentary)
North Carolina now ranks second nationally in the share of K–12 students enrolled in career and technical education courses ncnewsline.com/2026/02/04/c...
Career and tech education credentials hit record high in NC high schools • NC Newsline
North Carolina students earned a record number of industry credentials in the 2024-25 school year, according to data released by school officials.
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February 5, 2026 at 12:47 AM
North Carolina now ranks second nationally in the share of K–12 students enrolled in career and technical education courses ncnewsline.com/2026/02/04/c...
Sports betting is now widely accessible and normalized among college-age students. Some UNC faculty worry about that trend. ncnewsline.com/2026/02/04/s... #ncpol
Super Bowl LX may be the biggest betting event of the year. Some UNC faculty worry about the stakes. • NC Newsline
North Carolinians wagered over $7 billion through online sportsbooks in 2025. Some faculty worry about the rise of college-age bettors.
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February 4, 2026 at 11:03 PM
Sports betting is now widely accessible and normalized among college-age students. Some UNC faculty worry about that trend. ncnewsline.com/2026/02/04/s... #ncpol
The North Carolina Board of Elections axed Margot Dupre’s candidacy in the Republican primary for the U.S. Senate, with a majority determining that she is not a properly registered voter or a qualified primary candidate in North Carolina. ncnewsline.com/2026/02/04/n... By @lbonner.bsky.social #ncpol
NC Republican candidate in US Senate primary race is disqualified • NC Newsline
NC Board of Elections disqualifies Republican US Senate candidate Margot Dupre, who registered to vote in Charlotte but does not live there.
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February 4, 2026 at 10:25 PM
The North Carolina Board of Elections axed Margot Dupre’s candidacy in the Republican primary for the U.S. Senate, with a majority determining that she is not a properly registered voter or a qualified primary candidate in North Carolina. ncnewsline.com/2026/02/04/n... By @lbonner.bsky.social #ncpol