Elections
What now for Democrat LaKesha Womack’s felony charge after win over GOP’s Tim Moore?
Updated November 5, 2026 at 7:43 AM
Reality Check
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Sports
Charlotte’s marathon is sold out. But organizers now face a course correction.
November 5, 2026 at 5:00 AM
Opinion
The Republican wipeout is a cautionary tale for Democrats, too | Opinion
Updated November 6, 2026 at 4:16 PM
Education
See how much it cost UNC to investigate former football GM Michael Lombardi
Updated November 5, 2026 at 9:53 AM
Elections
NC voters said ‘yes’ to constitutional amendments on taxes: What this means for you
Updated November 6, 2026 at 4:50 PM
National
Don’t expect quick resolution to Mississippi’s deadlocked Senate race, officials say
Updated November 5, 2026 at 9:37 AM
Politics & Government
NC schools need $40 million for rising fuel costs. Will state lawmakers help?
Updated November 4, 2026 at 2:57 PM
National
What’s next in deadlocked U.S. Senate race between Cindy Hyde-Smith, Scott Colom
Updated November 4, 2026 at 7:11 PM
National
One victim lost over $219,000 in a California food truck scam. The total: $1.5M
Updated November 9, 2026 at 3:59 PM
Opinion
Hey Republicans, this is what a ‘mandate’ actually looks like | Opinion
Updated November 6, 2026 at 4:11 PM
Politics & Government
Former NC Insurance Department employee sues Mike Causey, claims sexual harassment
November 3, 2026 at 11:59 AM
Elections
Fact check: Ad targets NC candidate and pastor over house he bought from church
November 2, 2026 at 4:15 PM
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