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4 judicial seats on ’26 statewide ballot
RALEIGH — Seats on North Carolina’s two top courts will be on the ballot in 2026: one on the Supreme Court and three on the Court of Appeals. All four seats are currently held by […]
Rep. Sarah Stevens
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NC Supreme Court’s Earls draws criticism over statement on immigration actions
RALEIGH — A statement on immigration activities in North Carolina issued on social media by North Carolina Supreme Court Associate Justice Anita Earls, a Democrat, has drawn criticism for its perceived partisan nature. Earls’ statement […]
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Legal challenge filed over new election maps
RALEIGH — A legal challenge has been filed against North Carolina’s new congressional maps contained in Senate Bill 249, which was passed by the legislature Oct. 22. The new maps create the opportunity for the […]
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Jefferson Griffin emerges at lawyers’ event
RALEIGH — In one of his first appearances since conceding the 2024 North Carolina Supreme Court race, Court of Appeals Judge Jefferson Griffin bestowed awards to fellow legal colleagues who volunteered during the 2024 election […]
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Stevens announces 2026 bid for NC Supreme Court
RALEIGH — North Carolina House Rep. Sarah Stevens (R-Surry) has announced she will challenge Associate Justice Anita Earls for her North Carolina Supreme Court seat in 2026. “I will be a conservative voice for justice […]
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2024 Year In Review: NC General Assembly overrode 10 vetoes in election year
RALEIGH — The North Carolina General Assembly saw moderate activity during the 2024 session during an election year where Republicans saw gains nationally but lost their supermajority in the state legislature. While Donald Trump won […]
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NC hurricane agency chief out after grilling by state lawmakers
RALEIGH — North Carolina Office of Recovery and Resiliency’s Director Laura Hogshead is no longer with the agency, according to an announcement by Department of Public Safety Communications Director Jody Donaldson on Nov. 20. The […]
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House Republicans pick new leadership for 2025
RALEIGH — Elections were held to choose House leadership spots on Tuesday and were announced at a press conference following Republican caucus voting. Key positions announced included: Rep. Brendan Jones was named majority leader, replacing […]
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STEVENS: The most expensive Thanksgiving in history
As we look forward to celebrating Thanksgiving, there is so much to be thankful for: our family, friends, faith, health and so much more. I for one, am grateful for the opportunity to serve the […]
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STEVENS: Gov. Cooper’s veto threatens the peace of mind rape victims deserve
The veto and postponing of the budget by Gov. Roy Cooper is delaying millions in much-needed support for rape victims in North Carolina. Rape victims show incredible courage and strength when submitting themselves to a […]