UNC-Chapel Hill transferred $21 million to the athletic department last year–and that was before hiring Bill Belichick.
March 2025
The Senate Democrats’ New Boss
State Sen. Sydney Batch ousted one of N.C.’s most venerated leaders. Can she lead Democrats back to relevance?
The Moral of the Story
The state Supreme Court is weighing the definition of “good moral character.” The decision could upend occupational licensing.
Can Lake Mattamuskeet Be Saved?
The largest natural lake in the state and an important national refuge for migrating birds is facing an ecological catastrophe.
North Carolina Farmers Reel From Trump Administration Payment Delays
Farmers say they’re waiting for federal payments for conservation and climate change programs, as well as emergency loans.
Thom Tillis’ Spat With Trump Advisers Raises a New Reelection Challenge
N.C. Republicans are wondering why Trump’s advisers are going after someone they see as the best chance at retaining a Senate seat.
Does Fluoride Work? This UNC Dentist Is Trying To Find Out.
Both sides of the fluoride-in-water debate say they want a rigorous scientific study. Now UNC-Chapel Hill is doing it in Kinston.
Trump’s Immigration Orders Fuel Isolation Among Immigrant Parishioners
North Carolina churches are raising concerns about ICE enforcement in places of worship.
After Notable Wins, Can NCAE Make the Case for Public Education?
Educators in Durham and Guilford counties last year. Can teachers leverage those wins into statewide gains?
The Assembly Announces Plans to Double its Reach to North Carolina News Markets
The news organization is building a ten-market local news network across the state.