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[caption id="" align="alignnone" width="1298"] Bishop William Barber and NC clergy condemn cuts to Medicaid and the failure to fund the ACA tax credits. (Photo: Clayton Henkel/NC Newsline)[/caption] NC Newsline - Bishop William Barber, North Carolina faith leaders and dozens of activists gathered at the N.C. General Assembly Monday to symbolically eulogize the thousands of people that they believe will die as a result of cuts to Medicaid and other social

By Jheri Hardaway Staff Writer The best ideas and inspiration are hidden in books; there are a plethora of reasons to read. Perhaps you're seeking information, or entertainment, maybe you're looking for a specific answer to a question, and you don't even need to read the whole book. No matter how you slice it, opening a book is always beneficial. As an educator, I've observed many students and friends say

NC Newsline - North Carolina published statewide digital skills standards last month that identify key knowledge and abilities for residents and will soon launch an online course, joining a number of states that are hoping to strengthen digital literacy. The North Carolina Digital Skills Standards, published by the state's information technology department, is a framework that can be used to help residents understand basic digital skills. Next, an online learning

WUNC - At Durham Food Hall, a new vending machine has become the subject of much intrigue - instead of chips and candies, it offers to feed patrons in a different way: by sharing knowledge about the city of Durham through zines. The Hyperlocal Durham vending machine, installed in late October, sells a variety of shortform works that are mostly made by artist and bike advocate Kelsey Graywill. Zines, which

By Judaea Ingram Staff Writer On a humid July morning in 2020, the docks of Morehead City hummed with pre-tournament excitement. Among the anglers readying their boats stood a team unlike any before - an all-Black, all-female crew from North Carolina, setting out not only to fish, but to make history. "People weren't sure what to make of us," one angler recalled. "By the end of the weekend, they knew

The Conversation - Protecting public health abroad benefits Americans. In a globalized world, diseases and their social and economic impacts do not stay within national boundaries. Increased rates of untreated HIV in any part of the world increase the risk of transmission for U.S. citizens. Changes made in the first year of President Donald Trump's second term to address the global HIV epidemic, however, may not keep Americans safe. In

(RALEIGH, NC) Judge Ashleigh is the author of From Broken to Brazen: 40-Day Devotional for Healing from Heartbreak, Loss, and Rejection. Combining her faith, personal experiences, and passion for empowering others, the book provides practical guidance and spiritual encouragement for individuals navigating difficult seasons of life. Writing the book was a deeply healing experience for her, and it reflects her commitment to helping others find hope, strength, and purpose in

  RALEIGH, N.C. (November 17, 2025) - Thank-a-Business Month is an effort to support our local businesses that make our communities better. Better Business Bureau Serving Eastern Carolinas (BBB) is hitting the road for a multi-day tour of our service area that will be underway this week. BBB encourages consumers to join in on the fun of Thank-a-Business Month by sharing tips on how to show your appreciation. "Businesses are

By Jheri Hardaway Staff Writer Dunn, NC - The Omega Kappa Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, recently hosted its highly anticipated 2nd Annual Black Business Expo at Dunn Elementary School, solidifying its commitment to economic empowerment within the local community. This year's event was a vibrant marketplace teeming with diversity, showcasing a broad spectrum of goods and services provided by Black-owned businesses. The expo served as a

By: Jordan Meadows Staff Writer The Landis family of Creedmoor, North Carolina, long celebrated in the two-part documentary series A Singing Stream, represents one of the most remarkable family histories in the state-an intergenerational story shaped by land, labor, and a musical tradition passed down like an heirloom. The family story begins with matriarch Bertha Mangum Landis, born in 1898-the same year as the Wilmington Race Riot. Her lifetime would