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The punishment in North Carolina for distributing what's defined in state law as obscene literature or performances could be higher when done in a child's presence in legislation that the state Senate approved unanimously on Monday. -
More young North Carolina drivers wouldn't have to hold a learner's permit as long before advancing to unsupervised driving in legislation approved by the state Senate. -
Haas F1 responded in a statement Thursday to a report by American broadcaster PBS on Tuesday alleging that the Haas Automation company had provided machines and parts to Russia. -
A bipartisan agreement to expand Medicaid coverage to more low-income adults while loosening or ending several regulatory hurdles to building more health care facilities could get its final votes next week after clearing the Senate on Wednesday. -
Lynda Bennett, a real estate agent, was one of several Republicans seeking the 11th District seat that was held by former Rep. Mark Meadows. Bennett was a friend of Meadows’ wife and endorsed by Meadows and later Donald Trump. -
A majority in the North Carolina House agreed on Wednesday to call for a meeting to propose changes to the U.S. Constitution, saying the time is now to consider alterations to the federal government's powers and finances, as well as term limits.
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Hunt, a Charlotte Democrat, said she's running for lieutenant governor to bring "honor and integrity back to the office” since current Republican Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson ascended to the post in 2021. -
A man convicted of mail bombings in North Carolina's capital city nearly three decades ago that severely injured his wife and damaged an office building has been resentenced to more prison time after two of his previous convictions were vacated. -
The permanent rules for operating the Republican-controlled North Carolina House for the next two years were approved by members Wednesday, despite objections from Democrats that they make it easier for GOP lawmakers to override vetoes by Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper. -
Clayton campaigned on the need for change in the party. Clayton also contended that the state party wasn’t doing enough to turn out its base and help candidates in rural areas.
