The Court of Appeals overturned a ruling that had restored the governor’s power to fill appellate court vacancies.
Past Stories
A High-Court Press
Prosecutors asked the state Supreme Court to step in before the Court of Appeals can review a judge’s ruling vacating the convictions of four men.
Well I’ll Be Dammed
North Carolina is about to get its first Buc-ee’s, the massive, cult-classic gas station. What’s all the hype about?
Chatham Estates Residents Must Relocate. A Town of Cary Program Will Help.
What’s next for Chatham Estates mobile home park residents after receiving notice to vacate? The Town of Cary and a local nonprofit will help.
Join Us For The Line Launch Party
Learn more about The Line, a new source of news for Cary, Apex, Morrisville, and Western Wake. Attend our launch party on Jan. 28!
Downtown Apex Project Will Transform Salem Street
Coming to Western Wake in 2026: Salem Streetscaping
A Narrow Window of Hope for People Sentenced to Die in Prison
About 225 people serving life-without-parole sentences are eligible for review under an obscure North Carolina law.
Morrisville Chamber VP: Show Up for Each Other in 2026
The Line asked local leaders: What would you like to see the community embrace in 2026? The first answer is from Wendy Peele in Morrisville.
N.C. Republicans Overtake Democrats in Voter Registration
Midterm elections often don’t bode well for the party in the White House. State GOP Chair Jason Simmons wants to change that.
After a Decade at UNC Greensboro, Frank Gilliam May Be the Last Chancellor of His Kind
Gilliam has steered the university through crisis and political sea changes.



