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North Carolina Ranked Second Best State For Business By CNBC
North Carolina Ranked Second Best State For Business By CNBC

CNBC rankings

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Women’s Sports Advocate Payton McNabb Officially Endorsed Michael Whatley
Women’s Sports Advocate Payton McNabb Officially Endorsed Michael Whatley

Women’s Sports advocate endorses Whatley

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North Carolina Police Benevolent Association Officially Endorses Michael Whatley For U.S. Senate  
North Carolina Police Benevolent Association Officially Endorses Michael Whatley For U.S. Senate  

Whatley accepts endorsement from police group

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Governor Stein Vetoes Legislation That Addresses Homelessness Crisis, Republican General Assembly Signals Intent To Override
Governor Stein Vetoes Legislation That Addresses Homelessness Crisis, Republican General Assembly Signals Intent To Override

Stein vetoes legislation that fix homelessness crisis

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For Months Cooper Stayed Silent On Platner Scandals, Until National Democrats Signaled Permission To Dump Platner
For Months Cooper Stayed Silent On Platner Scandals, Until National Democrats Signaled Permission To Dump Platner

Cooper only condemned Graham Platner after his boss Chuck Schumer gave him permission

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Governor Stein Signs State Budget Passed By Republican-Led Legislature
Governor Stein Signs State Budget Passed By Republican-Led Legislature

Governor Stein signs state budget

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Darker Side Of Roy Cooper’s Nash County Roots, Including Slave Owning Ancestors
Darker Side Of Roy Cooper’s Nash County Roots, Including Slave Owning Ancestors

Background on Cooper’s first wife, politically connected father, and slave owning ancestors.

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Medal Of Honor Recipient Named Grand Marshal Of First In Freedom Parade
Medal Of Honor Recipient Named Grand Marshal Of First In Freedom Parade

"Major James Capers Jr. represents the very best of our state and our nation," said Commissioner Luke Farley. "His extraordinary courage under fire, unwavering commitment to his fellow Marines, and lifetime of service embody the values we celebrate every Independence Day. It is an incredible honor to welcome this American hero as Grand Marshal of the First in Freedom Parade." 

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Republican-Led General Assembly Passes Budget, Addressing Affordability and Public Safety Concerns  
Republican-Led General Assembly Passes Budget, Addressing Affordability and Public Safety Concerns  

“Our state’s fiscal health remains in great shape. This is a responsible spending plan that takes aim at bureaucratic bloat without endangering core services,” said Senate Leader Phil Berger. “This keeps our promise to reduce the tax burden for all North Carolinians, while expanding access to incredible educational opportunities, keeping our communities safe, and solidifying North Carolina’s status as the best state in the nation.” 

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NRSC Releases New Ad Showcasing Cooper’s Record Of Making Stuff Cost More
NRSC Releases New Ad Showcasing Cooper’s Record Of Making Stuff Cost More

"Under Roy Cooper, North Carolinians paid more for food, housing, energy, and healthcare as he cheered on Kamala Harris' reckless spending that sent inflation to 9%. Cooper makes stuff cost more for North Carolinians while illegals and dangerous criminals get a free ride," said NRSC Regional Press Secretary Nick Puglia.  

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Inmates Take Overpower Guards At Bertie-Martin Regional Detention Center, Triggering Massive Law Enforcement Response
Inmates Take Overpower Guards At Bertie-Martin Regional Detention Center, Triggering Massive Law Enforcement Response

Inmates in North Carolina jail overpower guards, triggering massive law enforcement response. Situation is under control.

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Sen. Ted Budd Vows To Oppose Supplemental Appropriations Unless It Addresses Helene Recovery
Sen. Ted Budd Vows To Oppose Supplemental Appropriations Unless It Addresses Helene Recovery

Sen. Ted Budd begins advocacy for more Helene Recovery funding

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New Interactive Kiosks Will Share North Carolina’s History With Visitors 
New Interactive Kiosks Will Share North Carolina’s History With Visitors 
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Fact Check Roy Cooper’s New Outlandish Ad
Fact Check Roy Cooper’s New Outlandish Ad
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North Carolina House Eliminates DEI And Strengthen Public Safety By Overriding Four Of Governor Stein’s Vetoes  
North Carolina House Eliminates DEI And Strengthen Public Safety By Overriding Four Of Governor Stein’s Vetoes  

North Carolina House Republicans override Democrat Governor’s vetoes of common sense legislation

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Telnyx CEO Warns U.S. AI Regulation Could Slow Innovation in Global Race with China
Telnyx CEO Warns U.S. AI Regulation Could Slow Innovation in Global Race with China

Telnyx CEO David Casem warns that fragmented state and federal AI regulation may hinder U.S. innovation, raising concerns about America’s competitiveness in the global AI race with China.

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State Auditor’s Report Details Problems With Stalled Mid-Currituck Bridge Project
State Auditor’s Report Details Problems With Stalled Mid-Currituck Bridge Project
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New Report Reveals That Roy Cooper Hosted Imam Closely Tied To Hamas 
New Report Reveals That Roy Cooper Hosted Imam Closely Tied To Hamas 
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New Audit Reveals At Least $47 Million In Unemployment Benefit Fraud, On Roy Cooper’s Watch
New Audit Reveals At Least $47 Million In Unemployment Benefit Fraud, On Roy Cooper’s Watch
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Whatley Campaigns With First Responders And Factory Workers Highlighting Benefit Of No Tax On Overtime 
Whatley Campaigns With First Responders And Factory Workers Highlighting Benefit Of No Tax On Overtime 
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Healthcare Legislation Moves Through The North Carolina Senate  
Healthcare Legislation Moves Through The North Carolina Senate  
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Podcast Host Comfortably Smug And Congressman Pat Harrigan Kick Off NCGOP Convention 
Podcast Host Comfortably Smug And Congressman Pat Harrigan Kick Off NCGOP Convention 
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North Carolina Republican Party Selects Felice Pete As RNC Committeewoman
North Carolina Republican Party Selects Felice Pete As RNC Committeewoman
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North Carolina House Republicans Pass Legislation To Crack Down On Gangs 
North Carolina House Republicans Pass Legislation To Crack Down On Gangs 
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Republican Led General Assembly Passed Property Tax Freeze For Some North Carolina Homeowners 
Republican Led General Assembly Passed Property Tax Freeze For Some North Carolina Homeowners 
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Voter Registration Data Trends The Wrong Way From Democrat Congressman Don Davis 
Voter Registration Data Trends The Wrong Way From Democrat Congressman Don Davis 
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Unlike Moderate Democrats, Congressman Don Davis Follows National Democrats Lead In Refusing To Denounce Progressive With Nazi Tattoo Who Disparaged American Service Members
Unlike Moderate Democrats, Congressman Don Davis Follows National Democrats Lead In Refusing To Denounce Progressive With Nazi Tattoo Who Disparaged American Service Members
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North Carolina State Health Plan Approves Strategic Plan and Medicare Advantage Benefits  
North Carolina State Health Plan Approves Strategic Plan and Medicare Advantage Benefits  
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North Carolina FreeEnterprise Foundation Releases 2026 Partisan District Scores 
North Carolina FreeEnterprise Foundation Releases 2026 Partisan District Scores 
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Unlike Moderate Democrats, former Governor Roy Cooper Follows Sen. Schumers Lead In Refusing To Denounce Progressive With Nazi Tattoo Who Disparaged American Service Members 
Unlike Moderate Democrats, former Governor Roy Cooper Follows Sen. Schumers Lead In Refusing To Denounce Progressive With Nazi Tattoo Who Disparaged American Service Members 
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