In Wilmington, a compromise over painting “Black Lives Matter” on the street led to a work of art that has taken on a life of its own.
May 2023
Posted inCriminal Justice
Durham’s New Model for Public Safety
The city launched its unarmed emergency response team amid a fierce debate over policing. Now the program is poised to expand.
Posted inEnvironment
Can Asheville Learn To Live With Bears?
As ursine and human populations collide, state agencies are dealing with the limits of education and management.
Posted inEducation
A Literacy Advocate On Horseback
Caitlin Gooch, also known as The Black Cowgirl, combines her passion for animals and literacy.
Posted inEnvironment
Four Years After Florence
Like many in Eastern North Carolina, Pastor Willie Jordan was no stranger to storms and flooding. Then came Hurricane Florence.
Posted inThe Assembly News
Wilmington, Triangle, and Publishing Schedules – Oh My!
Today’s a big day of Assembly announcements. Four in fact! In the Triangle, we’re announcing a new partnership with the 40-year-old INDY Week, designed to bring more local reporting to Durham, Chapel Hill, and Raleigh. In Wilmington, we’re announcing a new partnership with the NPR station WHQR, designed to bring our style of deep investigative […]
Posted inThe Assembly News
An Assembly Television Special
Tune in for an Assembly television special that will take you from Statesville to Burgaw.
Posted inSports
Pay For Play Is On The Way
Some college athletes are making big money on endorsements. Next up: Whether they should be paid as employees.