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Colin Campbell @RaleighReporter
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Colin Campbell@RaleighReporter
12 Nov 2024
If you happen to be checking out that other social media site, you can find me there (still posting here too though, and cross-posting news stories in multiple places)
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Andrea Corona@dreakcorona
Jun 12
This week on State Lines @RaleighReporter, Rep. Ray Pickett, Rep. @LauraBuddNC103 & @joeytwogloves discuss the state budget, property tax revaluations, Jaleeyah’s Law targeting criminal gang activity, the NC Supreme Court race and more! Watch now: youtu.be/f-GFl_0pQhc?si=uXtY… #ncpol
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Glad they're finally considering the merits of the Moravian cookie #ncpol
Adam Wagner@ByAdamWagner
Jun 11
Come for the update on a state budget timeline, stay for the Moravian cookie news. wunc.org/politics/2026-06-11…
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Nieman Lab
@NiemanLab
Jun 10
McClatchy's AI tool repackages existing articles to run as new ones. McClatchy reporters don't want their bylines on those articles, and are unionizing in response. niemanlab.org/2026/06/the-ce…
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This week's podcast: I spoke with the new leader of @NCDOT about the state's transportation funding shortages, the likelihood of more toll roads, and more: wunc.org/politics/2026-06-08… #ncpol #ncga

Q&A: NC's transportation funding shortage could lead to more tolls

North Carolina's Department of Transportation has only a fraction of the funding it needs to cover road construction and maintenance. Transportation Secretary Daniel Johnson told WUNC News his agency...

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For those eagerly awaiting the #ncga budget: Sounds like it'll either be next week or the week after. Sen. Berger and Speaker Hall are scheduled to meet today to iron out remaining disagreements #ncpol
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Bills to regulate hemp products keep stalling out at the #ncga...can a simple age limit get through to the governor's desk? wunc.org/politics/2026-06-10… #ncpol

With hemp regulations stalled, NC House tries for an age limit

The state House is trying again to put an age limit on the sale of hemp-based products that have similar effects to marijuana.

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Should school boards and town councils be elected on a partisan basis? With bill targeting Moore County and Albemarle, more elections would get party labels and a primary process: wunc.org/politics/2026-06-09… #ncpol #ncga

NC House looks to make more local elections partisan

The state legislature is trying to make more municipal elections partisan. A bill approved in a state House committee Tuesday would change the election process for mayor and town boards in all 11...

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Amid N.C. Supreme Court campaign, Rep. Sarah Stevens resigns from State House wunc.org/politics/2026-06-09… #ncpol #ncga

Amid N.C. Supreme Court campaign, Rep. Sarah Stevens resigns from State House

Stevens was first elected to the state House in 2008 and has served nine terms.

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ICYMI: Experts say it’s possible a big wave in November's election could create a Democratic majority in at least one chamber of the legislature for the first time in 16 years. wunc.org/politics/2026-06-03… #ncpol #ncga

Could a 'blue wave' help NC Democrats flip the legislature?

Democrats across the country are optimistic that November’s election could be a wave year for their party. In North Carolina, experts say it’s possible a big shift could create a Democratic majority...

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Adam Wagner@ByAdamWagner
Jun 4
A look at yesterday's long, often-contentious energy bill debate in the #ncpol House yesterday. Including support for data center rules, concern about whether a nuclear provision could keep NC in the coal game longer and a failed effort to split the bill. wunc.org/politics/2026-06-04…

NC House passes data center regulation, pro-nuclear power bill amid concerns it may prolong coal use

The bill represents North Carolina's most sweeping effort so far to put regulations around data center development.

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If I ever ran for office in NC (I won't actually), would my lack of sports knowledge be disqualifying? Or would I be OK because I like barbecue and Cheerwine and can correctly pronounce the town of Conetoe? #ncpol
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Bryan Anderson@BryanRAnderson
Jun 3
The U.S. Senate candidate posted AI-generated images of the Carolina Hurricanes, then struggled to name a favorite player. #ncpol Story here for @TheAssemblyNC from the campaign trail—> theassemblync.com/news/polit…

Can Michael Whatley Name a Hurricanes Player?

The U.S. Senate candidate posted AI-generated images of the Stanley Cup Finals team, then struggled to name his favorite player.

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Republicans in the #ncga Senate are considering legislation to reduce the early voting period. But the change might only apply to primaries: wunc.org/politics/2026-06-03… #ncpol

NC Senate looks to cut back early voting days, but perhaps just in primaries

Most early voting sites open for 17 days ahead of elections, but a Senate bill would eliminate the first week of the early voting period

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Could a "blue wave" year help Democrats get a majority in at least one chamber of the #ncga -- despite gerrymandered maps? I talked to some who think it's possible this year in the House. Plus a look at which districts are in play: wunc.org/politics/2026-06-03… #ncpol

Could a 'blue wave' help NC Democrats flip the legislature?

Democrats across the country are optimistic that November’s election could be a wave year for their party. In North Carolina, experts say it’s possible a big shift could create a Democratic majority...

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Revenue stamps for pornography (or "prurient materials" in legislativese)? You just never know what unique proposals the folks at the #ncga will decide to bring up: wunc.org/politics/2026-06-02… #ncpol

Should pornography come with a 50% tax? NC Senate considers bill

The state Senate is considering putting a substantial tax on the sale of pornographic materials. But the bill is prompting questions about how the tax would work.

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Is this the #ncga's attempt to put a 50% tax on porn? I'm trying to figure out the legal implications of this Senate bill introduced today... #ncpol
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Well look who jumped on the Hurricanes bandwagon...
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Can counties use occupancy taxes on hotel stays/vacation rentals to fund public safety? The NC Supreme Court said yes in a lawsuit involving Currituck County, but a new #ncga bill would stop the practice: wunc.org/politics/2026-06-02… #ncpol

Reacting to Supreme Court, NC House wants to limit tourism occupancy tax spending

Legislation introduced and approved in the state House Tuesday would block counties from using occupancy taxes to fund public safety and other core services. The bill comes in response to a legal...

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Sydney Haulenbeek@SKHaulenbeek
May 28
The Iredell County Republican Party is taking on the Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education, because the board is deadlocked and will not fill a vacant position with the party's nominee. #nccourts #ncpol
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Are AI tools in medical billing and insurance driving up the cost of healthcare? A bill from Sen. @amyscottgaley in the #ncga aims to address it: wunc.org/politics/2026-05-28… #ncpol

NC Senate looks to restrict AI in healthcare billing, insurance

Sen. Amy Galey, R-Alamance, says costs can increase and insurance claims can get denied when AI is used to make coverage and billing decisions. She says a new version of House Bill 565 that she's...

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