2018 Midterm Election: Record Early Voter Turnout in NC

Early voting turnout for the 2018 midterm election in NC was 74 percent higher than 2014 numbers, according to state elections officials.

NC 2018 Elections: Key Races To Watch

Here's what North Carolina voters need to know about the biggest races, polling places, voting rights and more ahead of Election Day.

How Politically Engaged Is North Carolina: Rankings

Are North Carolinians engaged enough in the political process? See how the Tar Heel State compares to other states.

Here’s How Many People Vote In North Carolina

Voter data analyzed by the group FairVote showed some states see a much higher turnout than others. See North Carolina’s numbers.

2018 Election: What To Expect On The Mecklenburg County Ballot

The big race is in NC’s 9th District race, where Republican Mark Harris and Democrat Dan McCready are vying for a pivotal US House seat.

North Carolina’s Fiscal Situation Is Bright: Study

A new study by researchers at George Mason University ranked every state’s ability to pay its bills. Here’s how North Carolina fared.

Hurricane Florence Damage Estimated At $13 Billion

The governor of North Carolina estimated that Hurricane Florence caused $13 billion in damage.

Mecklenburg County Voter Registration Deadline Approaching

The Mecklenburg County voter registration deadline is quickly approaching. Here’s how to register before the Nov. 6 election.

Dates Set For 2020 RNC Convention In Charlotte

The Queen City's will host the Republican National Convention Aug. 24-Aug. 27, 2020, it was announced Monday.

Trump Visits Hurricane-Battered Carolinas

President Trump surveyed Hurricane Florence damage, calling the flooding "hard to believe."

How FEMA Is Responding To Hurricane Florence In North Carolina

Here's a look at the resources FEMA has running around the state as North Carolina braces for more flooding.

Protesters Pull Down UNC ‘Silent Sam’ Confederate Statue

While NC’s governor, UNC officials denounced the violent act, they acknowledge the divisiveness of the Confederate statue on the campus.

Here’s How NC’s Roy Cooper Ranks Among Country’s Governors

A new quarterly polls ranks the most and least popular governors in America. Here’s how Cooper fared.

Roe V Wade: What Happens In NC If Ruling Is Overturned

A repeal of Roe v Wade would mean abortion laws that differ for every state.

RNC Selection Committee Picks Charlotte For 2020 Convention

The Queen City’s selection comes just days after the Charlotte City Council narrowly approved support of hosting the event.

NC Reacts To Trump With Putin: ‘An Embarrassment,’ Says Jones

Congressional members from North Carolina pushed back after the Helsinki Summit, with one saying Trump showed “weakness.”

Charlotte City Council Votes 6-5 In Support Of RNC Bid

Charlotte’s City Council voted Monday to support its bid to bring the Republican National Convention to the Queen City in 2020.

Supreme Court Refuses To Hear NC Prayer Case

The decision leaves in place a lower court ruling that Rowan County commissioners' prayer before meetings is unconstitutional.

4 Shot In West Charlotte, Police Look For Witnesses

One of the victims has a life-threatening wound, Charlotte Police say.

Passenger Dies Three Weeks After East Charlotte Head-On Crash

An investigation is underway after a 70-year-old woman died from injuries three weeks after the minivan she was in hit a car head on. i

An Alarming Tip About Neo-Nazi Marine, Then An Uncertain Response

A former Marine says he alerted the Corps to a white supremacist in its ranks. Six months later, he wonders about the investigation.

ICYMI: NC 2018 Primary Results End In Pittenger Losing House Seat

This week's NC primary saw an upset when Rep. Robert Pittenger lost to challenger Mark Harris, who now faces Democrat favorite Dan McCready.

NC Primary 2018 Results: Pittenger Loses GOP Primary In Upset

In the upset of the night, Rep. Robert Pittenger lost the primary to challenger Mark Harris, who now faces Democrat favorite Dan McCready.

NC Primary Guide 2018: Voting Sites, Hours, Candidates

Have you voted yet? If not, there’s still time. Early voting ends in Mecklenburg County Saturday, May 5. The Primary is Tuesday, May 8.

VP Pence’s Charlotte Visit: Will It Boost GOP In NC Primary?

Vice President Pence will be speaking in Charlotte Friday, alongside Rep. Robert Pittenger, who is facing a hard primary.

Are You Registered To Vote? What You Need To Know For NC Primary

Have you registered to vote for the upcoming May 8 primary election? Here’s what you need to know.

NC Tax Rates: See How They Compare To Other States In New Study

The average U.S. household pays over $5,700 in taxes annually. Here’s how the average tax bill in North Carolina compares.

North Carolina’s Schools Received $546K From NRA

The National Rifle Association Foundation has given more than $7 million in grants to schools, including some in North Carolina.

Here’s Which NC Counties Have Ancient Voting Machines

Two-thirds of counties in the U.S. having voting machines that are over a decade old, according to a ProPublica analysis.

ICYMI: How Much Cash NC's Delegation Gets In Gun Control Debate

Perhaps the most indisputable aspect of gun debates is that NC’s Congressional delegation gets a ton of money aimed to influence their vote.

How Much Cash NC's Delegation Gets In Gun Control Debate

Perhaps the most indisputable aspect of gun debates is this: NC’s Congressional delegation gets a ton of money aimed to influence their vote

Charlotte Vet Shot In Combat Says Arming Teachers ‘Asinine’

This former Army sergeant was shot twice while serving in Afghanistan. Here’s why he thinks arming teachers is a really bad idea.

Hidden Torture: Murder Victim Erica Parsons Homeschooled

The horrific murder of Erica Parsons, who was homeschooled in NC, is cited as a case where the law allowed abuse to go undetected.

Charlotte Anti-Trump Rally Part Of Russian Plot: FBI Indictment

A Federal indictment of Russian meddling in U.S. elections leads to efforts to coordinate a rally in Charlotte, documents show.

Charlotte Considering Bid For 2020 Republican National Convention

The 2020 Republican National Convention would be an opportunity to showcase the Queen City, according to Mayor Vi Lyles.

CVS Armed Robbery Suspect Sought in Charlotte: Police

Police are looking for a man who tried to rob a west Charlotte CVS drug store Feb. 5.

Virginia Amtrak Crash: NC Congressmen Check In

Breaking: N.C.’s Sen. Thom Tillis, Rep. Robert Pittenger among those aboard a train that crashed Wednesday en route to a GOP retreat.

DACA: Here’s How Many People In NC Could Be Deported

The DACA debate stands to have tremendous impact on NC. Here's how many are at risk for deportation and how much it would cost the state.

Russian Spy Ship Spotted 100 Miles Off NC Coast

The Russian ship Viktor Leonov was seen about 100 miles southeast of Wilmington and is believed to be intercepting communications signals.

Real ID Act: How To Get Compliant In NC

Domestic air travelers with IDs from states that don't meet federal requirements or have not been given an extension will be affected.