North Carolina
Thursday, March 28, 2024
NC's college-bound students face FAFSA delays
The revamp of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid - or FAFSA - was supposed to streamline the process for college hopefuls this fall…
Tuesday, March 26, 2024
NC presidential pardon highlights marijuana reform
A man from North Carolina serving a long sentence for selling drugs has received a presidential pardon, which sparked discussions about long …
Lawsuit seeks justice for NC man's death in police custody
Three attorneys are joining forces to seek justice for a North Carolina family. At a news conference, civil rights lawyer Ben Crump - along with …
USDA rule could level playing field for livestock producers
Backers of a new federal rule said it will increase fairness for livestock and poultry producers, in North Carolina and across the country. The U.S…
'Farm and Faith' partnerships combat food injustices, racial land loss in NC
The Rural Advancement Foundation International is taking action against food injustices impacting farmers of color and rural communities through its F…
Protecting older NC adults from financial scams
From impersonations to investment schemes and AI, scammers appear to be targeting older adults in North Carolina and across the country more than …
Racial Justice Act case could affect NC death row inmates
A first-of-its-kind case in Johnston County could affect the futures of more than 100 people on death row in North Carolina. It's the Racial Justice …
Expert offers tips for a stronger financial year ahead
Debt in North Carolina and across the nation is rising and experts are offering tips to help people to make a shift in their finances. The average …
North Carolina's public schools earn failing grades in national report
North Carolina's public school system is facing a crisis, according to the recently released "Public Schooling in America 2024" report. It ranks the …
NC nonprofit helps families in need save on energy bills
By Elizabeth Ouzts for Energy News Network.Broadcast version by Shanteya Hudson for North Carolina News Service reporting for the Solutions Journalism…
NC dentists raises awareness on childhood tooth decay and prevention
February is Children's Dental Health Month and dentists want to raise awareness about the most common childhood disease and how to prevent it…
Group empowers NC residents to advocate for sustainable future
A North Carolina nonprofit focused on climate justice wants to help people advocate for their views about Duke Energy's proposed Carbon Plan…