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By Jheri Hardaway Staff Writer Raleigh - In an era defined by the relentless glow of smartphone screens and the rapid-fire pace of digital notifications, a new storefront on 228 Fayetteville Street is asking Raleigh residents to do something radical: sit down, decompress, and turn a page. The Newsagent, a meticulously curated boutique and coffee bar, has officially opened its doors, offering a sophisticated blend of contemporary literature, international newspapers,

Lillington, NC - February 15 - The Harnett County African American Heritage Center proudly hosted its annual Black History Program on Sunday, February 15, at the Harnett County Resource Center in Lillington, North Carolina. This highly anticipated event brought together students, families, educators, and community members for an inspiring celebration of African American history, culture, music, and excellence. Outstanding participation came from students at Lillington Shawtown Elementary School, under the

By Jordan Meadows Staff Writer Another pillar of the Black Press has fallen. In February, the Richmond Free Press announced it would cease publication after 34 years, sending shockwaves through Virginia's Black political, civic, and business communities. Founded in 1992 by Jean Patterson Boone and her late husband Raymond H. Boone Sr., the free weekly had long served as a watchdog, community bulletin, and cultural record for Richmond's Black residents.

RALEIGH, N.C. - What North Carolina Black Alliance (NCBA) has done in its 25 years, particularly its work to correct environmental injustices, was singled out this month when the Wake County Board of Commissioners approved a proclamation both recognizing Black History Month and saluting the organization for its fight to make things right for Black people. "Addressing environmental injustice is essential to Wake County's vision to provide excellent public service

MILAN (AP) - As soon as U.S. hockey defender Laila Edwards skated onto the Olympic ice ahead of Thursday's gold medal win against Canada, she scanned the stands for the real MVP: Her 91-year-old grandmother. Their shared ritual was on display before Team USA's 2-1 triumph Thursday - only made possible through an outpouring of donations to a GoFundMe drive, with by far the biggest individual contribution coming from NFL

REIDSVILLE, NC -- Recent pipeline explosions across the United States are raising serious concerns about the expansion of high-pressure fossil fuel infrastructure through the Piedmont of Virginia and North Carolina. From a catastrophic explosion in Minnesota linked to aging weld seams, to corrosion -related ruptures in Iowa, to residential destruction in Virginia and catastrophic worker injuries in Louisiana, federal investigations reveal a pattern of systemic infrastructure vulnerabilities. "These are not

By Jheri Hardaway Staff Writer Raleigh - In a powerful event for Black History Month, the Capital City Lawyers Association (CCLA) collaborated with the City of Raleigh Museum to host "Civil Rights Talk" on Wednesday, February 18, 2026. The evening, led by CCLA President Taylor Scruggs-Smith, featured attorney Lex Jordan, Esq., who used a compelling architectural metaphor to challenge the audience's understanding of freedom and civil rights in America. Jordan's

[caption id="attachment_16342" align="alignnone" width="2032"] Screenshot[/caption] By Jordan Meadows Staff Writer North Carolina took a major step toward updating its election technology Tuesday with the inaugural meeting of the Modernization of Election Data Systems (MEDS) Commission.  Chaired by State Auditor Dave Boliek, the 22-member bipartisan group is tasked with providing guidance and practical advice on modernizing the state's election management system and campaign finance reporting software. "The current system hasn't been

NC NEWSLINE - When people qualify for Medicaid after a medical emergency, the program can currently reach back up to three months to pay for care they received before they applied - a safeguard that often prevents a hospital stay or ambulance ride from turning into lifelong debt. That protection is about to shrink. Beginning in January 2027, federal changes will sharply limit how far back Medicaid can cover medical