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Philadelphia sues over removal of slavery exhibit at Independence National Historical Park

February 2, 2026

PHILADELPHIA (AP) – Outraged critics accused President Donald Trump of “whitewashing history” on Friday after the National Park Service removed an exhibit on slavery at Philadelphia’s Independence National Historical Park in response to his executive order “restoring truth and sanity […]

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NC’s Affordable Care Act navigators try to help clients find insurance despite funding cuts

February 2, 2026

NC Newsroom- Angela Baker-Hill knew she needed to sign up for health insurance again when lab results over the summer showed that her kidney disease had progressed slightly. Baker-Hill had stopped carrying insurance as she battled with other rising costs, […]

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These 3 policy moves are likely to change health care for older people

February 1, 2026

KFF Health News – Month after month, Patricia Hunter and other members of the Nursing Home Reform Coalition logged onto video calls with congressional representatives, seeking support for a proposed federal rule setting minimum staff levels for nursing homes. Finally, […]

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8 Tax Questions to Consider Ahead of Tax Season

January 31, 2026

Schwab – It’s never too early to prepare for tax season. Whether you’re focused on lowering your income tax, planning charitable contributions, or simply want to avoid surprises, asking the right tax questions can help you make informed decisions. Considering […]

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State Treasurer Announces Early Availability of Tax Documentation for 397,584 Retirees

January 30, 2026

By Jheri Hardaway Staff Writer Raleigh, NC – The North Carolina Retirement Systems (NCRS) has released 397,584 electronic 1099R and W2 tax documents for retirees and benefit recipients well ahead of the statutory Jan. 31 deadline. The early availability is […]

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N.C. State Board of Elections overrules local board in candidate challenge

January 30, 2026

NC NEWSLINE – The North Carolina State Board of Elections voted 3-2 Tuesday to overrule the Wilson County Board of Elections in favor of a Republican candidate seeking to run for sheriff. Bobby Knight, a senior deputy in the Nash […]

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New Neighbors: U.S. Army Western Hemisphere Command

January 29, 2026

  By Jheri Hardaway Staff Writer Fayetteville, NC – As reported by CNN in December, the US Army officially stood up a new command on Friday to oversee the Army’s activities in the Western Hemisphere in the latest signal of […]

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State Elections Board’s Actions Prompt Debate Over Access in NC Elections

January 29, 2026

By: Jordan Meadows Staff Writer A series of recent decisions by the North Carolina State Board of Elections is reshaping how and where voters across the state will cast their ballots in the upcoming primary. Since December 2025, the state […]

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Buddhist monks on national Walk for Peace receive flowers, tears, and gratitude along an NC highway

January 28, 2026

WUNC – Walking 3,200 miles throughout the South can wear you out. On Thursday, the 19 monks doing so took a break for lunch before resuming their trek on U.S. Highway 64 toward downtown Pittsboro. Onlookers parked their cars for […]

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Benin offers citizenship to African diaspora, with help from Spike Lee

January 28, 2026

OUIDAH, Benin, Jan 14 (Reuters) – Isaline Attelly, a native of the Caribbean island of Martinique, had been living in Benin for nearly a year before she learned that her family’s connection to the West African country went back much […]

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