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The North Carolina General Assembly's long session is underway. What can we expect?

Chris Jones

We take a closer look at what’s been going on in the General Assembly since it returned to session and which proposed bills have a chance to advance.

Republican lawmakers and the state's Building Code Council are in disagreement over a proposal to update state energy efficiency standards for new home construction.

Energy & Environment

NC Gov. Cooper vetoes building code and charter school bills

David Boraks

Gov. Roy Cooper on Friday vetoed two bills — one that would prevent the governor-appointed state Building Code Council from updating energy efficiency rules for new homes until 2031 and another that would change the way charter schools are approved.

Democratic Congressman Jeff Jackson of Charlotte speaks at a rally Sunday to protest Tricia Cotham's recent switch to the Republican Party.

Politics

At rally, Rep. Jeff Jackson says former Democrat Tricia Cotham 'deceived' voters

Steve Harrison

Mecklenburg Democrats rallied Sunday in an effort to harness anger over State Rep. Tricia Cotham's decision to switch from the Democratic Party to the Republican Party.

Politics

GOP Will Keep Control of General Assembly, But Supermajority Not So Secure

Sarah Delia

This election season, we’ve heard a lot about the presidential race, and campaigns for U.S. Senate and governor in North Carolina – and for good reason.…