Officials say the extra revenue is necessary to fund essential visitor services, including increased beach patrols and lifeguard operations throughout the busy summer months.

A new poll released by Public Policy Polling shows former Governor Roy Cooper holding a narrow three-point lead over Republican Michael Whatley, 47 percent to 44 percent.

Berger filed four protests Tuesday. He also requested a machine recount in the race, which began Tuesday in Guilford County.

State employees could see lower costs for healthcare services next year under a new "preferred provider" program approved by the State Health Plan board Tuesday — if they're willing to choose a specific provider.

A data center developer is considering a site near Sanford in Lee County, and might even pursue fracking to fuel the facility — a first for North Carolina. Monday night, a crowd of concerned citizens wearing anti-fracking buttons packed Sanford’s McSwain Center to push for a data center moratorium.

While ensuring habitat for species like the red-cockaded woodpecker, these controlled fires also reduce hazardous fuel loads and are a natural, beneficial occurrence for wildlife.

The Division of Motor Vehicles is now authorized to use at least 65 approved private schools across the state for testing.

A new exhibit by the Museum of the Cherokee People highlights Cherokee voices and perspective about the founding of the U.S. It features historic artifacts, images, and documents displayed alongside works by modern Cherokee artists.

A machine recount is underway following the state's normal procedure, but Senate leader Phil Berger wants election officials to perform a hand-to-eye recount on certain types of ballots.

Community members have been advocating for a new Ashley Elementary School for years due to issues with mold and air quality in the current building.

Insurance is staying relatively flat, but that’s not the whole story.

Tommy Shelby's estranged son has taken control of the old gang and is making new and dangerous moves and alliances. Cillian Murphy stars in this gripping movie-length Peaky Blinders sequel.

Spufford's new novel centers a young woman in sexist World War II England as she navigates romance, tries to survive the nightly bombings of the Blitz and fights time-traveling fascists.

Senate leader Phil Berger’s primary campaign raised 34 times as much money as his challenger, Rockingham County Sam Page, but Page’s candidacy was boosted by four outside groups — most of which haven’t disclosed much about their donors and spending.

District officials say the closure is necessary due to low enrollment and declining state funding.

A state-imposed internet blackout has obscured the reality of life in Iran as the war rages on. Those fleeing through neighboring countries share a rare glimpse of what life is like in Iran.

NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with journalist and author Scott Anderson about Iran's power structure after the killing of Ali Larijani, the head of Iran's Supreme National Security Council.

Republican Congresswoman María Elvira Salazar of Florida is the daughter of Cuban exiles. NPR's Michel Martin asks her about President Trump's comments about the country.