The DOJ joins the lawsuit against the NCAA, a voting law gets blocked, and more legal news from around the state.
Politics
Lookin’ For A Fight
An insider and an outsider vie to replace U.S. Rep. Patrick McHenry in a strongly Republican district in the foothills.
The Dive: An Alternative To Criminalizing Homelessness
WHQR looks at alternatives to sending the unhoused to jail, and lawmakers look to make blocking traffic a federal crime.
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.
The Dive: Time For Some Traffic Problems in Wilmington
A traffic nightmare arrives on the eve of a consequential infrastructure vote. And that decision has leaders questioning the strength of Wilmington’s political sway.
Time For Some Traffic Problems in Wilmington
A traffic nightmare arrives on the eve of a consequential infrastructure vote and raises questions about Wilmington’s political sway.
A Trump Test In the Piedmont
Donald Trump’s surprise endorsement of a little-known lobbyist has added to the unpredictability of the 6th U.S. House District primary.
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.
Tobacco’s Second Wind
A massive sting operation offers an inside look at the underground economy that has bolstered North Carolina tobacco for 20 years.