The class-action lawsuit was the first legal salvo from November’s immigration enforcement crackdown.
March 2026
Posted inHigher Education
How Phil Berger Shaped North Carolina’s Universities
With controversial funding decisions and emboldened governing boards, the powerful state senator has transformed North Carolina’s public colleges and universities.
Posted inHigher Education
The Duke Researcher Who Thought He Could Reform Jeffrey Epstein
The wealthy sex offender gave a former Duke University employee money for a YouTube show.
Posted inElections
Rockingham County Elections Board Reopens After Unusual Post-Primary Closure
County offices are supposed to be open so voters can resolve issues with their ballots. The State Board of Elections stepped in after learning of the issue.
Posted inElections
What We Learned From the 2026 Primaries
Tuesday’s elections were a trainwreck for many sitting state lawmakers, and lots of new faces are headed to Raleigh.
Posted inElections
Here’s What Happens Next in the Berger-Page Battle
Rockingham County Sheriff Sam Page has a 23-vote lead over state Senate leader Phil Berger.
Posted inElections
Every Vote Counted in Guilford
Tuesday’s GOP primary between Sam Page and Phil Berger ended in a virtual tie. Guilford County played a key role.
Posted inNews
Allam Concedes to Foushee After Tight Primary
Rep. Valerie Foushee led challenger Nida Allam by about 1,200 votes in the 4th Congressional District Democratic primary. On Wednesday night, Allam announced she was conceding the race.
Posted inElections
Berger and Page Virtually Tied in State Senate Race
In what could be the most expensive state legislative race in N.C. history, the incumbent was two votes behind with all precincts reporting.
Posted inElections
Who Emerged Victorious in the State Appellate Court Primaries?
Tuesday’s primary results set up a high-stakes battle for power over the state appellate court this fall.
