Author: Jordan Meadows

By: Jordan Meadows, Staff Writer On Monday evening, hundreds of protesters gathered outside the North Carolina State Capitol to demand that lawmakers halt the passage of Senate Bill 382, a controversial piece of legislation they condemned as a "legislative coup."  The protest marked the return of the Moral Monday movement, a tradition that began over a decade ago under the leadership of Reverend William J. Barber. The protests first erupted

By: Jordan Meadows, Staff Writer Since opening its doors in 2017, Hall Insurance Group has been committed to offering personalized Medicare solutions to over 3,000 individuals. The company’s philosophy is built on the understanding that each client’s situation is unique and deserves individualized attention.  Founder Melissa Hall emphasizes that her company’s core mantra, "Everyone Matters," is not just a slogan, but a principle that guides every aspect of the business.

By: Jordan Meadows Staff Writer For over 30 years, Men at Work Car Care Center, a full-service car wash and detail center, has been a beacon opportunity in Raleigh, dedicated to providing second chances to those who need them most. Founded by Mike Phillips in 1988, the center has become a vital part of each community it touches. Phillips, a Philadelphia native and 1979 graduate of Saint Augustine University, believes

By Jordan Meadows Staff Writer The race for North Carolina's Supreme Court between Democratic incumbent Justice Allison Riggs and Republican challenger Jefferson Griffin is going to a recount. With 5.5 million ballots cast, Riggs leads by just 625 votes, or 0.01%, after the final votes were tallied from several counties. As of Tuesday afternoon, all ballots appear to be in- Forsyth and Duplin were the ones left to be fully

By: Jordan Meadows, Staff Writer The North Carolina Museum of History, a cherished institution affiliated with the Smithsonian, is set to undergo a transformative renovation that will redefine how visitors engage with the state's history. The extensive project is expected to take two to three years and will include significant upgrades to the museum's exhibits and facilities. Established in 1902 as the Hall of History, the museum began its phased

By: Jordan Meadows, Staff Writer On Monday, a coalition of human and civil rights organizations held a press conference where they called on North Carolina prison officials to release nearly 2,000 incarcerated individuals following what they describe as "dangerous overcrowding" in state prisons, worsened by the damage caused by Hurricane Helene. The coalition's letter, sent to the North Carolina Department of Adult Correction (DAC), highlights severe conditions in multiple prisons

By: Jordan Meadows, Staff Writer Mary Lumpkin, a woman who, despite enduring unimaginable suffering and trauma as an enslaved person, became an unlikely architect of an enduring legacy of education and empowerment for generations of Black students. Lumpkin's story is tied to a site once infamous as "The Devil's Half Acre" - a brutal slave jail in Richmond, Virginia, run by Robert Lumpkin, a notorious slave trader. In the mid-1800s,

By: Jordan Meadows, Staff Writer Michael Jackson's legacy is not just defined by his groundbreaking music, electrifying performances, and record-breaking albums, but also by his shrewd business understanding, particularly in music publishing. The story of how Jackson took control of some of the most iconic songs ever written is one of vision and rivalry. Jackson's and Paul McCartney's professional relationship began in the early 1980s with their hit collaborations, "The

By: Jordan Meadows, Staff Writer The results of North Carolina's 2024 legislative elections have created a major shift in the state's political landscape, with Democrats breaking the Republican Party's fragile supermajority in the General Assembly. Unofficial results show Democrats have picked up a net gain of one seat in the state House, reducing the GOP's majority from 72-48 to 71-49. This shift means Republicans will no longer have the ability

By: Jordan Meadows Staff Writer A celebration took place in Durham as Ms. Catharine Ferrell marked her 112th birthday, making her one of the few super-centenarians in the world. The Durham County Sheriff's Office organized a special event on Sunday to honor this extraordinary milestone at the historic J.A. Whitted School, now a Senior Living Housing Center. Ms. Ferrell, the guest of honor, has an inspiring family history. Her grandmother