President Trump’s new executive order could halt progress on North Carolina’s planned offshore wind farms. Plus, New Hanover nears naming a permanent school superintendent.
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The Dive: Late to the Party
Wilmington prepares to pilot a social drinking district. Plus, Wilmington Police Chief Donny Williams announces his retirement.
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The Dive: Throwing Shade
An appeals court upholds Pender’s denial of a massive solar farm. Plus, reflections on New Hanover’s new DA.
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The Dive: An Oversight Fight
New Hanover County hired a law firm to review its elections office—against the office’s will.
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The Dive: Farewell to the Longtime Home of Wilmington’s Black Press
Crews demolished the home of one of the state’s oldest Black newspapers. Plus, Moms for Liberty’s spotty election performance.
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Farewell to the Longtime Home of Wilmington’s Black Press
Earlier this month, a wrecking crew crushed the historic and dilapidated home of The Wilmington Journal–one of the state’s oldest Black papers.
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The Dive: Ticket-Splitting is Part of Our DNA
N.C. is home to a “rare political animal”: vote-splitters. Plus, New Hanover’s ballot bonanza.
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The Dive: Southeast N.C.’s Most Expensive Race
Sen. Michael Lee had a breezy victory in District 7. Plus, an averted revolt in DA office.
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The Dive: NC’s Evolving Electorate
How the state’s electorate has changed since 2020. Plus, keeping calm at the polls.
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The Dive: Signs of the Times
Early voting kicks off in North Carolina. Plus, a county tax increase is (sort of) on the ballot.