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North Carolina Lawsuit Challenges Restrictions on Governor's Appointment Power

North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper and Gov.-elect Josh Stein filed a lawsuit challenging a new law that limits the governor's power to appoint the State Highway Patrol commander, potentially keeping the current commander, Col. Freddy Johnson, in place until June 2030 and impacting the governor's ability...

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North Carolina Lawsuit Challenges Restrictions on Governor-Elect's Power

North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper and Governor-elect Josh Stein filed a lawsuit challenging a new law passed by the Republican-controlled General Assembly that restricts the governor-elect's ability to appoint the State Highway Patrol commander, potentially allowing the current commander to serve u...

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NC Republicans Override Veto, Shift Election Power

The North Carolina House overrode Governor Cooper's veto of a bill reducing the powers of incoming Democratic officials, including shifting control of the State Board of Elections to the state auditor starting in spring, leading to anticipated Republican majorities and triggering protests resulting ...

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Lawsuit Challenges 60,000 Ballots in Close North Carolina Supreme Court Race

In a tight North Carolina Supreme Court race, a lawsuit challenges the potential removal of over 60,000 ballots due to alleged voter registration irregularities, prompting a federal legal battle and raising concerns about election integrity.

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North Carolina Medicaid Expansion Nears Goal, Exceeds Expectations

North Carolina's Medicaid expansion, launched December 1, 2023, has enrolled 590,331 low-income adults, nearing its 600,000 goal in half the projected time, facilitating 3.8 million prescription fills and $58 million in dental services, with over one-third of enrollees from rural areas.

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Hand Recount Ordered in Close North Carolina Supreme Court Race

Following a machine recount showing a 734-vote lead for Democratic Associate Justice Allison Riggs over Republican challenger Jefferson Griffin in the North Carolina Supreme Court race, a partial hand recount of 3% of ballots has been ordered due to ongoing challenges to the validity of over 60,000 ...

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North Carolina Lawsuit Challenges Governor-Elect's Power

North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper and Governor-elect Josh Stein filed a lawsuit challenging a new law that limits the governor-elect's power to appoint the State Highway Patrol commander, arguing it violates the state constitution by granting the current commander, Col. Freddy Johnson, a five-year ...

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NC Elections Board Upholds Democratic Wins Amid GOP Ballot Challenges

The North Carolina State Board of Elections dismissed Republican protests challenging over 60,000 ballots in the recent election, upholding Democratic victories in a state Supreme Court race and key General Assembly races, with expected court appeals to follow.

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"Close North Carolina Supreme Court Race Faces Legal Challenges Over 60,000 Ballots"

"In the North Carolina Supreme Court race, Democrat Allison Riggs leads Republican Jefferson Griffin by 734 votes following a partial hand recount, but protests questioning over 60,000 ballots are pending before a state board with a 3-2 Democratic majority, leading to potential legal challenges and ...

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Greensboro Mourns Passing of First Black Mayor Yvonne Johnson

Yvonne Johnson, Greensboro's first Black mayor and a longtime city council member, died Wednesday at age 82; she was a leader in civil rights and community service.

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NC Supreme Court Race: Machine Recount Confirms Riggs' Lead, Hand Recount Ordered

In the North Carolina Supreme Court race, a machine recount confirmed Democrat Allison Riggs's 734-vote lead over Republican Jefferson Griffin, prompting a partial hand recount of 3% of voting sites to begin Wednesday or Thursday. Griffin is also protesting over 60,000 ballots.

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Asheville Boil Water Notice May Be Lifted

Asheville, North Carolina, could lift its boil water notice as soon as Tuesday after Tropical Storm Helene damaged its water system.

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