Entering this new phase in the Middle East conflict through the involvement of Lebanon, United States officials, such as President Biden, are losing faith in a ceasefire deal as the focus shifts to defeating Hezbollah. As violence and tensions escalate, a path to ending the war and all of the emotional turmoil that comes with it becomes even more hazy.
Read MoreHurricane Helene, which made landfall on October 1, 2024, has had devastating effects on Western North Carolina, leading to significant loss of life and widespread destruction. This article examines the federal and state response, the human toll of the disaster, and the community's resilience amid recovery efforts. It also highlights the importance of preparedness for future storms and the political implications of climate change. As communities band together to rebuild, lessons from Helene may shape future emergency responses and infrastructure improvements.
Read MoreOne of the most polarizing races on North Carolina’s ballot this year is the fight for Superintendent of Public Instruction, the chief administrative officer for the state’s public school system. Mo Green, the Democratic candidate, is the former Superintendent of Guilford County Schools. Michele Morrow, the Republican nominee, is a registered nurse from Cary who homeschooled her children, running on a platform of parental rights, a reorganization of educational institutions and funding, and opposition to critical race theory.
Read MoreIn 55 minutes, the Town Council—minus Karen Stegman, who was absent—discussed a development that wanted an exemption from light rules, trash in the Haw River, affordable housing, changes to a right-of-way, and updated stormwater regulations
Read MoreAs a Congressman who gained a large reputation on the app, many users saw this as an act of betrayal. On March 16, Jackson took to the platform to address the vote, apologizing for his lack of transparency. “I would feel like I deserved an explanation.”
Read MoreAt town council meetings that the Carolina Political Review has reported on, the Town Council has seemed highly engaged during the public comment period, and multiple issues have gotten a number of speakers invested in them.
Read MoreWith 3 Atlantic Coast Conference teams from NC in the Sweet Sixteen combined with legalized sports betting, revenue was pouring in for the state. The NC Education Lottery Commission released early projections of revenue generated from sports betting and the numbers included $141 million paid out in winnings and a $42.7 million dollar “gross wagering revenue,” of which the state gets an 18% cut in taxes.
Read MoreTurnout and interest in student government elections at UNC have not been particularly high in recent years. This year it was 7.22 percent.
Read MoreTo understand why one bond is required to fund two school systems within the same county, it’s important to go back to the history of the two school systems.
Read MoreIn its 30th year as an ongoing landmark education case, oral arguments for Leandro vs. North Carolina took place at the North Carolina Supreme Court on February 22, 2024.
Read More10 foot pythons. Giant African snails. Lizards the size of cats. In Florida, the invasive species crisis takes center stage: the invasive animals are large, often threatening, and visibly foreign. According to Dr. Johnny Randall, retired Director of Conservation at the North Carolina Botanical Garden, many North Carolinians don’t even know invasive species when they see them.
Read MoreAll in all, the talk showed how environmental diplomacy was not just a theoretical construct but an active practice, particularly in Indonesia.
Read MoreUnaffiliated voters are now the largest voting block in North Carolina, with Democratic voter share beginning to shrink. But what does this mean for the upcoming 2024 election?
Read MoreA plurality of the attendees in the town council meeting were principally there to express views on the conflict in Gaza between Israel and Hamas.
Read MoreWhile it is unclear whether Robeson County will remain conservative for the foreseeable future, given the Republican Party’s embrace of former President Trump and their committed investment in Robeson, it seems Republicans can count on winning Robeson in the next election.
Read MoreNorth Carolina’s budget for the next two fiscal years, H.B. 259 makes changes to UNC Health and ECU Health policies which received little reporting at the time of the bill’s passage but have since caused a legal crisis at the State Treasury and strong allegations of fiduciary misconduct.
Read MoreMost college-aged students today are aware of the opioid crisis and are or know someone who has been personally affected by it. With fentanyl, this can range from full-blown drug addiction to a one-time drug use gone wrong.
Read MoreChapel Hill’s polling stations will also find themselves busy, as the mayor’s office, four seats on the town council, and four seats on the school board are all up for election. Issues such as changes to zoning in Chapel Hill, progress on the Bus Rapid Transit line, and possibly more planned buildings on Franklin Street promise to make this election an impactful one for Chapel Hill’s future.
Read MoreOn Oct. 6, 2023, the University of North Carolina announced that it has appointed nine of its faculty members to the newly created School of Civic Life and Leadership. However, faculty members and others have expressed concerns that the School of Civic Life and Leadership will reflect the conservative bent of the Board of Trustees.
Read More“One bill is a wide-ranging regulatory reform bill that would speed up environmental permits for projects like the Mountain Valley natural gas pipeline. Another provision would change the regulations around hog waste lagoons, a move that opponents say could prevent state agencies from considering civil rights issues when they issue permits.”
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