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Trump pledges to grant Lumbee Tribe federal recognition if elected

By South Raleigh News | Sep 23, 2024

At the Saturday, Sept. 21 rally in Wilmington, President Trump announced that he will sign legislation granting the Lumbee Tribe federal recognition.

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Entertainment event this week in South Raleigh: Sept. 22-28

By South Raleigh News | Sep 22, 2024

Don't miss out on this entertainment event happening in South Raleigh this week.

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Religious meetings this week in South Raleigh: Sept. 22-28

By South Raleigh News | Sep 22, 2024

The following religious meetings are scheduled to happen in South Raleigh this week.

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Which former South Raleigh News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Sept. 23?

By South Raleigh News | Sep 22, 2024

These former South Raleigh News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Sept. 23.

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South Raleigh News area weekly mass times

By South Raleigh News | Sep 21, 2024

The following parishes in the South Raleigh News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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North Carolina DOJ hosts symposium on tackling sexual assault cold cases

By South Raleigh News | Sep 20, 2024

The North Carolina Department of Justice hosted a two-day symposium this week, bringing together law enforcement officers, prosecutors, and victim advocates to discuss strategies for investigating and prosecuting cold case sexual assaults. The event provided criminal justice professionals with insights on organizing caseloads, prosecuting cold cases, working with survivors, and leveraging information about connected crimes to solve cases. Presenters included representatives from the State Bureau of Investigation, the UNC School of Government, the Durham District Attorney’s...

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Governor Cooper vetoes HB10 amid bipartisan concerns over impact on rural public schools

By South Raleigh News | Sep 20, 2024

Today, Governor Roy Cooper vetoed HB10, a bill that proposed redirecting taxpayer money from public schools to private schools. The Governor was joined by education and business leaders from both political parties to discuss the potential negative impact on public schools, particularly in rural areas.

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50.6% of college applicants to Wake County's 16 universities were admitted for fall 2022

By South Raleigh News | Sep 19, 2024

Wake County's 16 universities admitted an estimated 50.6% of applicants for fall 2022, a decrease from the previous year.

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Local Government Meetings today in South Raleigh

By South Raleigh News | Sep 19, 2024

South Raleigh Local Government Meetings today.

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North Carolina's voucher expansion sparks concern among rural communities

By South Raleigh News | Sep 19, 2024

Legislative Republicans’ plan to allocate $625 million this year for private school vouchers instead of public schools is raising concerns in rural North Carolina. School boards and leaders in these areas argue that the voucher expansion will disproportionately affect rural counties, where access to private education is limited, and public schools are crucial community institutions.

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Attorney General Stein comments on defense of SAFE Child Act

By South Raleigh News | Sep 19, 2024

Attorney General Josh Stein released a statement after North Carolina Solicitor General Ryan Park defended the constitutionality of the SAFE Child Act at the North Carolina Supreme Court on Wednesday. The North Carolina Department of Justice intervened in McKinney, et al. v. Goins, et al. to defend the legislature’s creation of a two-year window for adults who were abused as children to bring a civil action against their abuser.

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Local Government Meetings today in South Raleigh

By South Raleigh News | Sep 19, 2024

South Raleigh Local Government Meetings today.

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Price gouging law enforced after severe weather impacts southeastern North Carolina

By South Raleigh News | Sep 18, 2024

North Carolina’s price gouging law is now in effect in Bladen, Brunswick, Columbus, and New Hanover counties following severe rainfall and flooding that impacted southeastern North Carolina. The Department of Justice will closely review price gouging complaints, with Attorney General Josh Stein committed to holding violators accountable.

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Governor Cooper assesses storm damage during visit to Brunswick County

By South Raleigh News | Sep 18, 2024

Governor Roy Cooper traveled to Brunswick County today to meet with local emergency management officials, assess storm damage, and discuss the impacts of a recent tropical system. On Tuesday, the Governor declared a State of Emergency for Bladen, Brunswick, Columbus, and New Hanover counties in response to the storm's damages. The following day, he amended the declaration to include four additional counties and issued transportation waivers to aid recovery efforts.

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Governor Cooper warns of impending crisis in NC's early childhood education

By South Raleigh News | Sep 18, 2024

This week, the NC Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) is releasing $67.5 million in stop gap funding to stabilize North Carolina’s early childhood education and child care centers, marking the last scheduled payment of Child Care Stabilization Grants. Initiated in 2021, these grants have been critical in keeping child care centers open and improving early childhood teacher pay. Earlier this year, the Republican-led General Assembly provided the $67.5 million to continue these grants through December 31, 2024, albeit at a reduced funding level.

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Local Government Meetings today in South Raleigh

By South Raleigh News | Sep 17, 2024

South Raleigh Local Government Meetings today.

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NCGOP criticizes Governor Tim Walz ahead of Asheville visit

By South Raleigh News | Sep 17, 2024

The North Carolina Republican Party (NCGOP) issued a statement on September 17, 2024, regarding Governor Tim Walz's visit to Asheville.

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Severe flooding causes significant damage in Southeast North Carolina

By South Raleigh News | Sep 17, 2024

Governor Roy Cooper and state emergency response leaders are responding to hazardous weather impacting North Carolina and have begun the damage assessment process for affected communities. State Highway Patrol and Transportation Officials are addressing road closures and damage reports. Southeastern North Carolina experienced historical rainfall, resulting in flooding, roadway damage, and hazardous conditions. Carolina Beach received 18.32 inches of rainfall from midnight to yesterday afternoon.

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Governor Cooper visits Cabarrus County highlighting concerns over GOP voucher scheme

By South Raleigh News | Sep 17, 2024

Governor Roy Cooper visited Bethel Elementary School in Cabarrus County today as part of the "Year of Public Schools" education tour, delivering supplies collected from the Governor’s School Supply Drive. Accompanied by teachers, students, local and state education leaders, and elected officials, he highlighted the achievements of North Carolina's public schools and expressed concerns over the potential impacts of the Republican voucher scheme on rural communities.

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Governor declares state of emergency due to severe flooding in southeast North Carolina

By South Raleigh News | Sep 17, 2024

Today, Governor Roy Cooper signed Executive Order No. 313 declaring a State of Emergency for four counties in southeastern North Carolina that suffered damage from hazardous weather, including severe flooding and heavy rainfall on September 16, 2024.