A reporter unspools a cold case in Madison County. Plus, a challenger unseats longtime Senate Democratic leader Dan Blue.
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Here’s What We’re Thinking
A look back at The Assembly’s impact this year, our plans for 2025, and how readers can help by becoming subscribers today.
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An Elite Running Team Grows in the Triangle
With four Olympians representing five countries, the Puma Elite team is making the case for North Carolina as a running destination.
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Readers Weigh In On Our Durham Rescue Mission Reporting
The sprawling nonprofit has a big footprint in the region, but many have raised concerns.
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UNC’s Project Kitty Hawk Cleans Up After a CEO’s Departure
An audit found the UNC System failed to monitor its $97 million online ed program, which has returned $102,000 in unallowable expenses.Â
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Thom Tillis Has Trump Trouble
The senator is up for re-election as Trump taps controversial nominees. Plus, more from former Hunt Institute staff.
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Former Staffers Describe ‘Culture of Fear’ at the Hunt Institute
Former Hunt Institute staffers say its leader has created a toxic environment that imperils the future of the venerated education nonprofit.
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WATCH: Making Sense of the 2024 Election in North Carolina
The Assembly untangles the complex web of results in a state that looks as purple as ever.
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A Report Card for Moms for Liberty in N.C.
Only 2 of the 7 candidates the “parental rights” group Moms for Liberty endorsed in North Carolina this year won.
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Can Biff Poggi Love UNC-Charlotte to Victory?
As a high school coach, he won big with a Ted Lasso-style approach. Can it carry the 49ers to victory?
