The state House and Senate gave tentative approval on Monday to a bill that would drop the state's gas tax by 1.5 cents per gallon, with leaders in both chambers saying they needed to ensure the short... Read More
Are the Republican-led tax reform efforts of the past couple of years "unraveling"? Not yet – at least not in any major way. But that word is getting used increasingly in debates as the General... Read More
The Internet and the growth of grassroots groups is shifting power from backrooms in Washington to the American people, FreedomWorks President and CEO Matt Kibbe said Saturday morning at Civitas... Read More
When Sen. Harry Brown presented a plan last week to change how the state distributes sales tax revenue, few understood that language in the legislation would cause about half of North Carolina's... Read More
In New Bern, George Anderson's diabetes and other health problems have robbed him of his mobility, turning his wife into a caretaker. But Barbara Bostian has stepped in to make their lives better. In... Read More
Here is today's legislative weather report: Storm clouds and increasingly higher winds between the Legislative Building and the governor's office with waves of cold air emanating to the state's cities... Read More
According to most economic indicators, North Carolina’s economy is on the upswing. Job growth exceeds the regional and national averages. The state’s recent drop in unemployment — even when you... Read More
It’s the time of year that North Carolinians love with such passion — March Madness. We choose our favorite teams, follow the drama, celebrate the wins and mourn the losses. And while we each may... Read More
Editorial by Rocky Mount Telegram, March 28, 2015. While their counterparts in the N.C. House last week were sensibly working to restore the historic preservation tax credit program, Republican... Read More
Editorial by Fayetteville Observer, March 29, 2015. Rich state, poor state. Growing state, stagnant state, shrinking state. North Carolina is all of that, depending on where you're standing. Refreshed... Read More
