As health care costs rise, free-market advocates contend that CON laws stifle competition that could lead to lower prices. Hospital organizations disagree.

North Carolina Republican Sen. Ted Budd is urging the Trump administration to rethink how it enforces immigration laws, arguing that current tactics fail to distinguish between undocumented immigrants who are committing crimes and those who are otherwise working and following the law.

In his final State of the State address to the General Assembly, South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster on Wednesday urged lawmakers to approve major investments in education, infrastructure and land conservation as part of his executive budget proposal.

Outgoing U.S. Sen. Thom Tillis has been a sharp critic of the Trump administration's handling of the shooting in Minneapolis.

In this latest release, the lion’s share went to North Carolina Emergency Management for the shower stations, water distribution and other emergency services deployed during Helene.

Homeowners who have already received Helene-related assistance from FEMA or through a home insurance policy can still apply.

A North Carolina State House Candidate from Concord has died. Kim Delaney, a candidate for North Carolina House District 73 in Cabarrus County, passed away unexpectedly Monday, surrounded by family. The state Democratic Party says the family has established a fund to assist with funeral expenses and to support Delaney’s two children.

The influential Black Political Caucus of Charlotte-Mecklenburg has announced its endorsements for the March Democratic primaries.

Republican Sen. Thom Tillis and Rep. Chuck Edwards are among a small group of GOP lawmakers calling for an investigation into the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by federal agents in Minneapolis. Their comments come as Trump administration officials have labeled the man a "domestic terrorist" and asserted he sought to kill federal agents.

Sen. Tina Smith, D-Minn., accuses the federal government of a "cover-up," and Sen. Thom Tillis, R-N.C., warns White House against attempts to "shut down an investigation."