Rachel Hunt sailed to victory in the Democratic primary for lieutenant governor, but who she will run against in the general is yet to be determined.
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The Hotly Contested Race to be North Carolina’s Least-Powerful Elected Official
Fifteen candidates are running to become the next lieutenant governor. Why do so many want a job that doesn’t actually have much authority?
Courts Newsletter: A Supreme Challenge
Democrats face off in a primary for a seat on the state Supreme Court, a UN intervention, and more on courts.
A Ballot Fight In Rockingham
A ballot fight in Rockingham, keeping tabs on redistricting suits, and a historic settlement in Concord.
Republicans Try To Get One of Their Own Off the Ballot
In Rockingham County, a neo-Nazi podcaster will be on the ballot—if Republicans aren’t successful in their bid to have him removed.
Courts: A New Year’s Demotion
Chief Justice Paul Newby removed Donna Stroud as chief judge of the N.C. Court of Appeals, an NC Republican challenges Trump, and more.
Clouds Over Columbus County
Dozens of people have been subpoenaed in a wide-ranging federal investigation into abuses of power at the Columbus County Sheriff’s Office.
Challengers Sweep SECU Election
People across the country have been watching the rare contested board election at the country’s second-largest credit union.
Do The Right Thing
The State Employees’ Credit Union is embroiled in a fight over who will decide the identity and future of the country’s second-largest credit union.