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The Carolina Journal News Hour on WBT
The Carolina Journal News Hour on WBT focuses on state-wide news, politics, and business stories that impact the lives of the residents of Charlotte and all of North Carolina utilizing the exceptional resources of The Carolina Journal.
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Tillis Tackles Housing, Fed Funds Released, NC Political Showdown Ahead
Federal education funds are released to NC after being frozen. Sen. Tillis co-sponsors bipartisan legislation aimed at easing the housing shortage. A new…
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Whatley Eyes Senate, Eco King Deal, Veto Showdown Looms
NC GOP Chairman Michael Whatley is expected to announce a run for U.S. Senate. Lawmakers return July 29 to consider veto overrides. North Carolina extends…
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Cooper Eyes Senate, Immigration Arrests Surge, Education Freedom
Former NC Governor Roy Cooper is set to announce a run for U.S. Senate. Immigration arrests have surged 162% in North Carolina under the Trump administration…
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Veto Vote Set, Election Rule Changes, Trade Deal Reached
A federal audit reveals serious delays at Charlotte’s USPS hub. The NC elections board approves changes for military and overseas voters. Lawmakers will…
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NEA Repeal Push, Voter ID Fixes, Diploma Confusion
Congressman Harris pushes to repeal the NEA’s federal charter. North Carolina’s elections board begins collecting missing voter ID numbers, while a…
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Tariff Fears, Berger Cash Surge, Smell Search Case
North Carolina businesses are stocking up on imports ahead of possible tariffs. Senate leader Phil Berger builds a $1.8M war chest ahead of a primary…
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Chantal Aftermath, Voter Roll Fix, Asheville Update
Governor Stein declares a state of emergency after Tropical Storm Chantal, while the State Board of Elections begins efforts to update missing voter data…
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MLS Grant, CPA Reform, GOP Counters Stein
A $2 million state grant helps bring the 2026 MLS All-Star Game to Charlotte, while a Duke Energy official says a Carrboro climate lawsuit could disrupt state…
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DNC Threatens Suit, NC Sues Feds, DHHS Audit
The Democratic National Committee is threatening to sue the North Carolina State Board of Elections over a plan to remove voters with missing ID information…
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Helene Relief Oversight Urged, Ballot Selfie, NC Zoo Mourns Loss
The director of the North Carolina Zoo has passed away after a five-year battle with cancer, prompting tributes from across the state. Policy expert Dr. Andy…
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Duke Law Scrutiny, NC STEM Surge, Tariffs Hit Pharma
The Duke Law Journal is facing backlash over allegations of racial bias in its admissions process. Meanwhile, several North Carolina cities have been ranked…
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North Carolina Top State for Business
The Trump administration is moving to limit foreign ownership of U.S. farmland, a change that could significantly affect agricultural holdings in North…
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Stein Vetoes 3 Bills, Health Fraud Bust, DMV Audit Nears
Governor Stein has vetoed three bills, including measures focused on nonprofit donor privacy, squatter removal, and regulatory changes. The city of Mebane is…
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Medicaid Expansion in NC and Stein Tours Flood Zone
Governor Stein visited flood-damaged areas in Alamance and Orange counties, urging residents to stay cautious as recovery begins. In response to a growing…
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Chantal Flooding, Davis Eyes Senate, Charter School Clash
The U.S. has extended a trade deadline while increasing tariffs on goods from Japan and South Korea. Tropical Storm Chantal has caused historic flooding across…
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Chantal Hits Carolinas, Stein Vetoes, Helene Recovery Ongoing
Tropical Storm Chantal has made landfall in the Carolinas, bringing heavy rain and wind to the region. Governor Stein has vetoed a series of anti-DEI bills but…
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Special July 4th Edition of The Carolina Journal News Hour
A special Independence Day edition of the Carolina Journal News Hour with Nick Craig.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Stein Vetoes Bills and Opposes Reconciliation
Governor Stein is urging North Carolina’s congressional delegation to oppose a federal reconciliation bill, citing concerns over its impact on the state…
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Stein Signs Transit Bill, Medicaid Expansion in Jeopardy, Health Plan Deficit
Governor Stein has signed six new bills into law, including legislation granting Mecklenburg County the authority to impose a transit tax. One of the newly…
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Budget Stalemate, REINS Veto, Senate Race Heats Up
North Carolina has entered a new fiscal year without a finalized state budget, as negotiations remain deadlocked. Governor Stein vetoed the REINS Act, which…
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Tillis will not seek re-election
Senator Thom Tillis has announced he will not seek re-election in 2026, sparking immediate speculation about potential Republican successors. Mitch Kokai and…
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Budget Stalls, Medicaid Changes Eyed, DOJ Fights Voter Lawsuit Intervention
Budget negotiations remain at a standstill in the North Carolina General Assembly, with lawmakers still divided over key spending priorities. Possible changes…
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House Rejects Shrimp Trawling Ban
The North Carolina Senate has approved a $5 billion stopgap funding measure to keep state operations running amid a stalled budget deal. Shrimpers rallied in…
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ID Fix Approved, Helene Bill Rejected, Stein Wins Court Split
The North Carolina House has rejected the Senate’s proposed Hurricane Helene relief bill, highlighting continued disagreement over recovery funding…
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Helene Relief, HB 318 Override, Wolfspeed Bankruptcy
The North Carolina Senate has approved a $700 million relief package for Hurricane Helene recovery. A veto override vote on HB 318, the Criminal Illegal Alien…
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Stein Vetoes Bills, Iran Strike Reactions, Party Shakeup in NC
Governor Stein has vetoed two immigration-related bills and a constitutional carry bill, drawing strong political reactions. U.S. Senators Thom Tillis and Ted…
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Carbon Goal Repeal Could Save Billions
The North Carolina legislature has repealed the state's 2030 carbon reduction goal, advancing major energy reforms to the governor. The Senate has passed the…
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SCOTUS Health Case, Budget Stalls, NCInnovation Audit Flagged
State Treasurer Brad Briner says a recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling could impact North Carolina’s legal battle over the State Health Plan. Budget talks…
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Shrimp Fight, Riggs Sworn In, and State Highway Patrol legal battle
Justice Allison Riggs has been officially sworn in for a new term on the North Carolina Supreme Court. Meanwhile, state judges ruled in favor of GOP…
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Western NC Aid, Charlotte DMV Slammed, and Election Map Trial
Aid is being directed to homeowners and businesses in western North Carolina following recent hardships. A new study ranks Charlotte’s DMV as the worst…
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Trump Image Backlash, JetZero Investment, and Budd Fire Bill
A Wake County Democrat is under fire for sharing an image depicting a beheaded President Trump. JetZero has announced plans for a $4.7 billion manufacturing…
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Sales Tax for Transit, Wolfspeed Cuts, Immigration Bills Advance
Lawmakers are proposing a 1% sales tax to fund Charlotte transportation projects, and a new bill would require schools to evaluate the long-term costs of…
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Carry Bill Advances, FEMA to End, and Carbon Repeal
The North Carolina legislature has passed a constitutional carry bill, now awaiting the governor’s decision. President Trump announced that FEMA will…
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Trump at Fort Bragg
President Trump visited Fort Bragg to celebrate the Army’s 250th birthday, highlighting military pride and national defense. Meanwhile, Governor…
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Auto Insurance Hike, Opportunity Scholarships, and Tobacco Laws
President Trump is scheduled to visit Fort Bragg in honor of the Army’s 250th birthday. North Carolina auto insurance rates are expected to rise by an…
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Stein Critiques FEMA, Sales Tax Debate, and REINS Update
Governor Stein raised concerns about FEMA’s future during a recent hurricane season press briefing. He also signed onto a letter criticizing the National…
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NC Health Bill, GOP Targets Dems, and Energy Mandate Repeal
North Carolina lawmakers have approved a health care bill aimed at lowering costs and rolling back parts of the state’s Certificate of Need (CON)…
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Audit Targets Swannanoa’s $27M Relief Center
A $27 million storm relief center in Swannanoa is under scrutiny following a critical state audit. A North Carolina student who was suspended for using the…
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Insurance Rates Rise, Tariffs Hit NC Steel, WNC Tourism Push
The "Freedom to Carry" bill is advancing in the North Carolina legislature, though the governor has signaled an impending veto. Homeowners across the state are…
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Personal Income Tax
The North Carolina House is set to hear a proposal to repeal the state’s concealed carry permit requirement. Lawmakers are also debating whether to raise…
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Hurricane Outlook and DMV Reform
An above-average Atlantic hurricane season is forecasted. At a house party in Catawba County near Hickory, one person was killed and eleven others were…
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UNC DEI Footage and Revenue Forecast
Undercover footage appears to show a UNC official disregarding the state’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) ban. North Carolina is seeing the…
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Tariff Ruling, DOJ Suit on NC Elections, UNC COVID Case
A federal trade court has struck down former President Trump’s reciprocal tariffs. Dr. Andy Jackson from the John Locke Foundation provided analysis on…
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Feds file suit over NC voter list
Federal officials have filed a lawsuit over alleged inaccuracies in North Carolina’s voter list. House Speaker Tim Moore has introduced a bill aimed at…
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2025 Hurricane Forecast and Steel Industry Uncertainty
NOAA is predicting an above-normal 2025 Atlantic hurricane season. FEMA has once again denied North Carolina's request for extended relief funding related to…
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Charlotte Council Member Indicted and $500M for Helene Aid
A Charlotte City Council member has been indicted on federal charges. At Fort Bragg’s All-American Week, Pete Hegseth delivered a message of support…
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Auditor Probes CMPD Deal and House Seeks More Helene Aid
The state auditor is investigating a secret settlement between the City of Charlotte and its police chief. Former Vice President Mike Pence and North Carolina…
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NC House Budget Proposal
The state budget unveiled by the North Carolina House includes several key proposals, including a move toward privatizing parts of the DMV. State Health Plan…
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Stein Seeks $891M for Helene Relief
Edwin Peacock has been appointed to fill a vacancy on the Charlotte City Council. Governor Josh Stein is asking the state legislature for an additional $891…
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PFAS Concerns Grow
This week, the NC House is expected to unveil a budget that includes cutting state taxes on tipped income. The EPA has revised its PFAS water standards and…
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May Poll: Economy and Approval Ratings
An upcoming audit set for release on July 1 is expected to reveal failures in North Carolina’s disaster-response system. A new statewide poll shows mixed…
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NC Eyes Trade Gains, PTSD Therapies, and more
A Durham man has been sentenced for burning an American flag. North Carolina business and agriculture leaders are weighing in on new trade agreements with the…
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Democrats Protest Dead Bills as GOP Advances Benefits Measure
The Trump administration is recognizing National Charter Schools Week with renewed support for school choice. North Carolina Democrats held a symbolic press…
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Lawmakers Back Farmers and Schools Face Cyber Threats
The North Carolina Senate has passed a bill aimed at preventing bias against farmers who rely on fossil fuels when seeking loans. Allison Riggs is set to be…
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U.S.–China Reach Tariff Deal and NC Tourism Surges
The U.S. and China have announced a 90-day reduction in tariffs following new trade negotiations. The North Carolina House is calling for a convention of…
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Trump drops Martin and Election Report Card
Donald Trump has dropped his support for Martin following pressure from Senator Thom Tillis. A new report gives the North Carolina State Board of Elections a…
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Griffin Concedes and DMV Backlog
Justice Jefferson Griffin has officially conceded his North Carolina Supreme Court race to Allison Riggs. A GOP-led state election board has appointed a new…
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Lawmakers Target HOAs, Raw Milk, and REAL ID
Lawmakers frustrated with their own homeowners associations are pushing for reforms to better protect property owners. A new House bill would legalize the sale…
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Judge Declares Riggs the Winner
A federal judge has ruled in favor of Allison Riggs, ordering her to be certified as the winner of the North Carolina Supreme Court race. The NC…
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Energy Report: Power Plays
Jon Sanders of the John Locke Foundation warns that activist-driven bureaucracy is hindering progress on the state’s energy future, in the report 'Power…