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In North Carolina's Third Congressional District, Democrat Raymond Smith took a small lead over U.S. Rep. Greg Murphy. Republicans' stronghold on the district was weakened as part of redistricting.

Incoming House Speaker Robert Reives says he'll change how the legislature operates to take a more collaborative and transparent approach than Republicans have over the past 15 years. He also outlined some of his policy priorities for the 2027 legislature in a news conference.

A proposal to restrict LGBTQ-themed library programs in Washington failed to advance after no council member seconded the motion, leaving it without a vote.

Sen. Sydney Batch, D-Wake, says the close partisan split after last week's election will stop Republicans from passing bills with no input from Democrats. She spoke with WUNC News on Monday.

Retired federal scientist Frank Bove and Camp Lejeune advocates Mike Partain and Jerry Ensminger challenge the Justice Department’s kidney cancer arguments, citing federal research and revealing courtroom exchanges.

Hundreds gathered for a performance in Kannapolis that spotlighted and celebrated West African culture this past weekend.

Trump administration policies and Congressional inaction have undermined Hurricane Helene recovery in many parts of Western North Carolina.

RTI International, based in Research Triangle Park, recently produced a report that looks at ways to create new opportunities for coastal North Carolina businesses.

After years of concern about cryptocurrency and a hyperscale data center in Marble, the rural community is worried about a new possibility.

What you need to know from the Nov. 5 Buncombe County Board of Commissioners meeting