NC public schools lost money due to vouchers. How lawmakers are responding
State lawmakers plan to return voucher 'savings' to public schools, funding new math curriculum, middle school literacy professional development and…
On Falls Lake, the Triangle’s drought looks terrible in spots, normal in others. Why?
Drought: The deepest water is around Falls Dam in Raleigh, lower around Interstate 85 in Durham, still approaching record levels…
NC budget would give raises to officers — and cut hundreds of vacant positions
North Carolina’s budget proposes raises, step increases and bonuses for SBI, ALE, State Highway Patrol and correctional staff amid high…
NC could ditch physical car registration cards and stickers under budget plan
A proposed North Carolina budget would remove physical registration cards and stickers, creating an electronic vehicle registration system managed by…
Elon University is now in control of Queens in Charlotte, accreditor says
Elon University now officially controls Queens University of Charlotte after accreditor approval, beginning integration and federal review this summer.
Durham restaurant earns ‘C’ for mouse droppings, ants crawling on produce
Weekly roundup of Raleigh & Durham-area restaurant health inspection scores June 23-29: bars and restaurants in Wake, Durham and Johnston…