News Tipoffs - North Carolina Editors
175 Years Forward: Catawba College Opens 2026-2027 Academic Year
SALISBURY, North Carolina, Sept. 2 -- Catawba College posted the following news:
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175 Years Forward: Catawba College Opens 2026-2027 Academic Year
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As Catawba College celebrates 175 years, a record-setting group of students is helping write the next chapter.
Classes began Wednesday, August 19, for the 2026-27 academic year, with Catawba welcoming the largest incoming groups of new students in College history. Together, those milestones mark a year of both reflection and forward moment
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2026 Graduation Rate Reaches Historic High, Accountability Results Continue Positive Trend for North Carolina Public School Students
RALEIGH, North Carolina, Sept. 3 -- The North Carolina Department of Public Instruction issued the following news release:
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2026 Graduation Rate Reaches Historic High, Accountability Results Continue Positive Trend for North Carolina Public School Students
Test Results for All Race and Ethnicity Subgroups Reach Three-Year Highs
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North Carolina public school students marked another year of noteworthy academic progress in 2025-26, achieving a record-high graduation rate and improving pe
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Attorney General Griffin Announces Guilty Pleas in Loitering Cases
LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, Sept. 1 -- Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Griffin Announces Guilty Pleas in Loitering Cases
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#Griffin: 'Arkansas's loitering laws are clear, and we are serious about enforcing them'
LITTLE ROCK - Attorney General Tim Griffin issued the following statement today after Antonio Cornelius Johnson, 41, and Beatrice Ann Dabbs, 36, both of Little Rock, pled guilty and were sentenced on two counts each of loite
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ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL JOINS FTC IN FILING LAWSUIT AGAINST AMAZON OVER SECRET AD SURCHARGE SCHEME
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 1 -- Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul issued the following news release:
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ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL JOINS FTC IN FILING LAWSUIT AGAINST AMAZON OVER SECRET AD SURCHARGE SCHEME
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Lawsuit Alleges Amazon Concealed Unfair Charges in its Digital Advertising Auction Pricing
Chicago - Attorney General Raoul joined the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and a bipartisan coalition of 22 attorneys general in filing a lawsuit against Amazon alleging the company engaged in d
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ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL OPPOSES EPA PROPOSAL TO WEAKEN REGULATION OF HEAVY-DUTY VEHICLE POLLUTION
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 2 -- Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul issued the following news release:
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ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL OPPOSES EPA PROPOSAL TO WEAKEN REGULATION OF HEAVY-DUTY VEHICLE POLLUTION
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Chicago - Attorney General Kwame Raoul joined a multistate comment letter opposing the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) proposal to loosen regulations that control the emissions of smog-forming nitrogen oxides (NOx) from semi-trucks and other heavy-duty vehicles.
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BLS Southeast Region Issues Report on County Employment and Wages in North Carolina First Quarter 2026
ATLANTA, Georgia, Sept. 3 (TNSLrpt) -- County Employment and Wages in North Carolina First Quarter 2026 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Southeast Region - Sept. 2, 2026
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Employment rose in 12 of the 15 largest counties in North Carolina from March 2025 to March 2026, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. North Carolina employment increased 0.8 percent over the year to 4,942,700 in March 2026, as measured by the Quarterly Census of Employme
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CAIR Urges Congress to Vote NO on H.R. 4795, Bill Threatening Student Aid Over University Boycotts of Israel
WASHINGTON, Sept. 3 -- The Council on American-Islamic Relations posted the following news release on Sept. 2, 2026:
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CAIR Urges Congress to Vote NO on H.R. 4795, Bill Threatening Student Aid Over University Boycotts of Israel
The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), the nation's largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, today called on every member of the U.S. House of Representatives to vote "NO" on H.R. 4795, the misleadingly titled "Protect Economic and Academic
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Campbell University, Lenoir CC Presidents Sign Assured Admission Agreement
BUIES CREEK, North Carolina, Sept. 3 -- Campbell University issued the following news:
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Campbell, Lenoir CC presidents sign Assured Admission Agreement
Lenoir Community College in Kinston became the 10th two-year institution in North Carolina to partner with Campbell University to provide a clear, supportive pathway for students looking to continue their education in Buies Creek.
Campbell President Dr. William M. Downs shook hands with Lenoir President Dr. Rusty Hunt as the two signed a
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Campbell University: Doctor of Pharmacy Student Selected for National Opportunity
BUIES CREEK, North Carolina, Sept. 3 -- Campbell University issued the following news:
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Doctor of Pharmacy student selected for national opportunity
Campbell University College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences student Bailey Hall spent two days learning from pharmacists and executives at LEO Pharma's U.S. headquarters in Madison, New Jersey, after being selected for a national student shadowing experience through the Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy (AMCP).
Hall, a PharmD/MSPH candidate in
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Catawba College Costume Shop Cleanout Gives Old Pieces New Purpose
SALISBURY, North Carolina, Sept. 2 -- Catawba College posted the following news:
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Catawba College Costume Shop Cleanout Gives Old Pieces New Purpose
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What began as a practical need to clear storage space at Catawba College quickly became something much bigger: an opportunity to support students, strengthen connections with local theaters and keep hundreds of costumes and materials out of the landfill.
Renovations in the Robertson College-Community Center prompted the Shuford School of
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Catawba College-YouGov Survey: NC Survey Finds Broad Support for Upcoming Constitutional Amendments, but Views Shift on Property Tax Limits When Voters Consider Tradeoffs
SALISBURY, North Carolina, Sept. 2 -- Catawba College posted the following news:
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Catawba College-YouGov Survey: NC Survey Finds Broad Support for Upcoming Constitutional Amendments, but Views Shift on Property Tax Limits When Voters Consider Tradeoffs
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North Carolinians express broad support for constitutional amendments requiring photo identification when voting by mail and for capping the state income tax rate, according to the August Catawba College-YouGov Survey. But support for t
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Chowan University's Business Office Strengthens Financial Stewardship
MURFREESBORO, North Carolina, Sept. 3 -- Chowan University issued the following news:
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Chowan University's Business Office Strengthens Financial Stewardship
Chowan University's Business Office is led by a team of experienced professionals dedicated to providing sound financial stewardship and exceptional service to students, faculty, staff, and the University community. Through expertise in accounting, finance, and business operations, the office plays a vital role in supporting Chowan's
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CIAA ANNOUNCES STRATEGIC MEDIA RIGHTS PARTNERSHIP WITH URBAN EDGE NETWORK AND VAN WAGNER
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, Sept. 2 [Category: Sports] -- The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association issued the following news:
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CIAA ANNOUNCES STRATEGIC MEDIA RIGHTS PARTNERSHIP WITH URBAN EDGE NETWORK AND VAN WAGNER
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Partnership expands distribution of CIAA athletics while creating new opportunities for audience growth, brand engagement and revenue generation
CHARLOTTE, N.C. -[September 2, 2026] -The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA(r)), Urban Edge Network LL
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Cole Introduces Resolution Congratulating the OU Baseball Team for Winning the 2026 Men's College World Series
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- Rep. Tom Cole, R-Oklahoma, issued the following news release:
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Cole Introduces Resolution Congratulating the OU Baseball Team for Winning the 2026 Men's College World Series
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| CONTACT: Olivia Porcaro(link sends email) 202-225-6165
Washington, D.C. - Congressman Tom Cole (R-OK) introduced H. Res. 1500, which congratulates the University of Oklahoma men's baseball team on their College World Series National Championship. After introducing the resolution, Congres
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Congressman Harris Delivers Floor Remarks in Support of Constitutional Amendment to Keep Nine Supreme Court Justices
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- Rep. Mark Harris, R-North Carolina, issued the following news release:
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Congressman Harris Delivers Floor Remarks in Support of Constitutional Amendment to Keep Nine Supreme Court Justices
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WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, Congressman Mark Harris (NC-08) delivered remarks on the House floor in support of, legislation which proposes an amendment of the Constitution of the United States to require that the Supreme Court of the United States be composed of nine justices.
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Congressman Pat Harrigan Votes to Expand American Mining and Reduce Dependence on China
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- Rep. Pat Harrigan, R-North Carolina, issued the following news release:
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Congressman Pat Harrigan Votes to Expand American Mining and Reduce Dependence on China
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WASHINGTON, D.C.-Today, Congressman Pat Harrigan (NC-10) voted for H.R. 1501, the Protecting Domestic Mining Act of 2025, legislation that strengthens domestic mineral production by making the federal permitting process more predictable for American mining and mineral processing projects.
"Everything fr
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Congresswoman Ross Statement on Voting to Censure Chuck Edwards
WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- Rep. Deborah Ross, D-North Carolina, issued the following news release:
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Congresswoman Ross Statement on Voting to Censure Chuck Edwards
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Washington, D.C. -Today, Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02), member of the House Ethics Committee, voted to censure Congressman Chuck Edwards (NC-11) in the U.S. House of Representatives. The vote follows a comprehensive report released by the House Ethics Committee detailing a pattern of unprofessional and inappropriate conduc
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Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee: GOP Senate Candidates Don't Give a Damn About Voters' Economic Concerns
WASHINGTON, Sept. 3 -- The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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GOP Senate Candidates Don't Give a Damn About Voters' Economic Concerns
Republican Senate Candidates are dismissing Americans' affordability concerns and telling struggling Americans to "earn more," "be patriots," and that they will be "fine"
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As a record number of Americans say "their financial situation is worsening," Republican Senate candidates across key battleground states are
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Department of Commerce: G20 Innovation Ministerial Concludes With Consensus Statement
WASHINGTON, Sept. 3 -- The U.S. Department of Commerce issued the following news release on Sept. 2, 2026:
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G20 Innovation Ministerial Concludes with Consensus Statement
Today, G20 member ministers concluded a two-day Innovation Ministerial in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. The Ministerial was hosted by the Department of Commerce and the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP).
At the conclusion of the Ministerial, G20 Ministers released a consensus statement recognizin
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Diverse Coalition Launches National Voting Enthusiasm Effort "We Are America, And We Vote"
WASHINGTON, Sept. 3 -- The League of Women Voters issued the following news release on Sept. 1, 2026:
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Diverse Coalition Launches National Voting Enthusiasm Effort "We Are America, And We Vote"
A diverse coalition of organizations today launched a national effort called "We Are America, And We Vote." Kicking off just weeks ahead of the final stretch to Election Day, the effort focuses on building enthusiasm among voters through joyful determination, resilience, and realizing our collecti
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Drew Barringhaus, Member of Mo. University of Science & Tech's Class of 2026, Establishes Scholarship to Help Future Students
ROLLA, Missouri, Sept. 3 -- Missouri University of Science and Technology issued the following news:
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Drew Barringhaus, member of Missouri S&T's Class of 2026, establishes scholarship to help future students
Author By Collins, Patrick
One of the most popular ways S&T graduates support the university is by establishing endowments that fund scholarships for current students. What's uncommon is for a Miner to set up an endowment immediately following his own graduation.
"A staggering numb
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Eroding coastal marshes leak billions of pounds of carbon, new research finds
WINSTON-SALEM, North Carolina, Sept. 2 -- Wake Forest University posted the following news:
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Eroding coastal marshes leak billions of pounds of carbon, new research finds
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#HIGHLIGHTS
* U.S. coastal marsh erosion releases 660,000 metric tons of carbon annually, a carbon feedback loop that increases greenhouse gas emissions and accelerates atmospheric warming and sea level rise.
* Wake Forest researchers harnessed satellite imagery to estimate carbon loss through marsh erosion.
* Whi
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Faculty and Staff Briefs July and August 2026
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Sept. 2 -- Florida State University issued the following news:
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Faculty and Staff Briefs July and August 2026
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Florida State University's distinguished faculty are central to the mission of the university. Faculty excellence in scholarship, research, and creative activity is critical to the quality of student learning and makes a difference in the lives of others.
Throughout the year, honors and recognitions are awarded to individual faculty and staff members acr
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Governor Stein's September Column: Preparedness Starts Before Disaster Strikes
RALEIGH, North Carolina, Sept. 2 -- Gov. Josh Stein, D-North Carolina, issued the following news release:
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Governor Stein's September Column: Preparedness Starts Before Disaster Strikes
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This month Governor Josh Stein is providing tips as North Carolina recognizes September as Preparedness Month. Media outlets are invited to publish the column below from Governor Stein.
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September is Preparedness Month in North Carolina, a time to remind ourselves that being ready for a natural
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Governor Stein, NCDHHS Announce Funding Opportunity in Child Care Disaster Recovery Efforts Following Hurricane Helene and Tropical Storm Debby
RALEIGH, North Carolina, Sept. 2 -- Gov. Josh Stein, D-North Carolina, issued the following news release:
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Governor Stein, NCDHHS Announce Funding Opportunity in Child Care Disaster Recovery Efforts Following Hurricane Helene and Tropical Storm Debby
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Today Governor Stein, the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, and the Governor's Recovery Office for Western North Carolina announced the application window will open soon for $20 million to build and expand child care
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Hispanic Federation: People's Hearing in Charlotte Documents the True Consequences of Federal Immigration Enforcement in North Carolina
NEW YORK, Sept. 3 -- The Hispanic Federation, an organization that supports and strengthens Latino institutions through education, health, immigration, civic engagement, economic empowerment and the environment, issued the following news release on Sept. 2, 2026:
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People's Hearing in Charlotte Documents the True Consequences of Federal Immigration Enforcement in North Carolina
Over 25 directly impacted individuals, business owners, community leaders, and legal experts testified on the ha
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History Is Made: Tennessee Allows Counselors to Practice Across State Lines
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 2 -- The American Counseling Association issued the following news release:
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History Is Made: Tennessee Allows Counselors to Practice Across State Lines
As part of the historic interstate Counseling Compact agreement, Tennessee is the latest state that can now start granting privileges to licensed professional counselors to practice across state lines. Currently, other states that can grant these privileges include Arizona, Minnesota, Ohio, Louisiana, Georgia,
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HPU Physician Assistant Students Conduct Free Vision and Hearing Screenings
HIGH POINT, North Carolina, Sept. 1 -- High Point University issued the following news release:
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HPU Physician Assistant Students Conduct Free Vision and Hearing Screenings
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HIGH POINT, N.C., Sept. 1, 2026 - Twenty-eight High Point University(r) physician assistant students provided hearing and vision screenings for 127 children at four Boys & Girls Club sites in the city of High Point. Faculty from the School of Optometry also screened children for specific eye conditions.
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ICYMI: DNC Continues to Fire Up Democratic Campaign Machine With Historic Organizing Blitz to Take Back Congress From Republicans
WASHINGTON, Sept. 3 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release on Sept. 2, 2026:
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ICYMI: DNC Continues to Fire Up Democratic Campaign Machine with Historic Organizing Blitz to Take Back Congress From Republicans
As Democrats head into the midterms with historic momentum, the DNC continues to fire up an unprecedented organizing blitz to help put Democrats on target to take back Congress from Republicans, hold Donald Trump accountable, and deliver for working fa
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IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva's Statement at the Conclusion of the G20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors Meeting in Asheville, North Carolina
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- The International Monetary Fund issued the following news release:
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IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva's Statement at the Conclusion of the G20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors Meeting in Asheville, North Carolina
Asheville, N.C., United States: International Monetary Fund Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva delivered the following remarks at the G20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors Meeting in Asheville, North Carolina:
"I would
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Knott Votes to Condemn Socialism, Slams Democrats for Refusing to Do the Same
WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- Rep. Brad Knott, R-North Carolina, issued the following news release:
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Knott Votes to Condemn Socialism, Slams Democrats for Refusing to Do the Same
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Brad Knott (NC-13) issued the following statement after voting for H.Res 1490, to condemn and denounce socialism in all its forms. No surprise: 194 House Democrats refused to condemn socialism and told the American people they stand squarely with the radical-left agenda. Socialism has
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Krishnamoorthi and Coalition of South Asian Lawmakers Lead National Roundtable to Combat Rising Hate Against South Asian Americans
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, D-Illinois, issued the following news release:
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Krishnamoorthi and Coalition of South Asian Lawmakers Lead National Roundtable to Combat Rising Hate Against South Asian Americans
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WASHINGTON -Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) and a coalition of South Asian lawmakers today led a national roundtable with state and local South Asian elected officials focused on rising hate and discrimination targeting South Asian American communities a
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LGC Takes Action to Address Two Financially Troubled North Carolina Towns
RALEIGH, North Carolina, Sept. 2 -- The North Carolina State Treasurer issued the following news release:
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LGC Takes Action to Address Two Financially Troubled North Carolina Towns
The Local Government Commission (LGC) approved Resolutions of Notice and Warning for the towns of Ronda (Wilkes County) and Rowland (Robeson County) following persistent financial management and statutory compliance concerns.
Also at today's meeting, the LGC received a financial update from officials with th
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McDowell's Bipartisan Foreign Robocall Elimination Act Advances Through House Subcommittee
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- Rep. Addison McDowell, R-North Carolina, issued the following news release:
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McDowell's Bipartisan Foreign Robocall Elimination Act Advances Through House Subcommittee
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - Yesterday, Congressman Addison McDowell's Bipartisan Foreign Robocall Elimination Act advanced through the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Communications and Technology.
McDowell introduced the House companion to Senators Ted Budd (R-NC) and Peter Welch's (D-VT) legi
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Miller Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Give Disabled Americans Faster Access to Social Security Benefits
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- Rep. Carol Miller, R-West Virginia, issued the following news release:
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Miller Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Give Disabled Americans Faster Access to Social Security Benefits
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Carol Miller (R-WV) introduced the We Can't Wait Act. This bill addresses an unnecessary hardship in the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) program, giving individuals who have been determined disabled and eligible for benefits the choice to
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Minister Champagne advances Canada's economic interests at G20 meeting in North Carolina
OTTAWA, Ontario, Sept. 1 -- The Department of Finance Canada issued the following news release:
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Minister Champagne advances Canada's economic interests at G20 meeting in North Carolina
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September 1, 2026 - Asheville, North Carolina
In a world marked by uncertainty and division, Canada is building a stronger and more resilient economy by forging strategic partnerships with like-minded partners abroad, and by advancing a strong economic plan at home.
The Honourable Francois-Philippe C
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N.C. Commerce Secretary Lilley Delivers More Than 1,500 School Supplies to Lenoir County Students
RALEIGH, North Carolina, Sept. 2 -- The North Carolina Department of Commerce issued the following news release:
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Commerce Secretary Lilley Delivers More Than 1,500 School Supplies to Lenoir County Students
Underscores importance of investing in public schools as Governor Stein proclaims September Career Exploration and Workforce Readiness Month
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North Carolina Department of Commerce Secretary Lee Lilley on Monday delivered more than 1,500 school supplies collected by Commerce employe
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N.C. Health Dept. Launches the Know What's Next Toolkit on Medicaid Changes Starting Oct. 1, 2026
RALEIGH, North Carolina, Sept. 2 -- The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services issued the following news release on Sept. 1, 2026:
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NCDHHS Launches the Know What's Next Toolkit on Medicaid Changes Starting Oct. 1, 2026
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services released a toolkit today to share information about new rules for NC Medicaid. The Know What's Next toolkit includes flyers, social media posts, a rack card and a wallet card in English and Spanish.
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N.C. Insurance Dept.: Cabarrus County Woman Faces Insurance Fraud Charges
RALEIGH, North Carolina, Sept. 3 -- The North Carolina Department of Insurance issued the following news release on Sept. 2, 2026:
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Cabarrus County woman faces insurance fraud charges
North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey today announced the arrest of Daffney Davis, 48, of 6126 Fernwood Drive, Concord. Davis was charged with two counts of insurance fraud, and one count of accessing computers to commit fraud, all felonies.
Special agents from the Department of Insurance Crim
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N.C. Insurance Dept.: Guilford County Man Arrested on Multiple Fraud-Related Charges
RALEIGH, North Carolina, Sept. 3 -- The North Carolina Department of Insurance issued the following news release on Sept. 2, 2026:
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Guilford County man arrested on multiple fraud-related charges
North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey today announced the arrest of Victor Deontray Bannerman, 43, of 1827 Chapel Brook Way, Greensboro. Bannerman was charged with insurance fraud, attempting to obtain property by false pretense, common law forgery and common law uttering, all felonie
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NLN Announces 2026 Research Grants Winners
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- The National League for Nursing issued the following news release:
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NLN Announces 2026 Research Grants Winners
Awards Presentation Set for 2026 Education Summit in Washington, DC
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The National League for Nursing proudly announces the winners of its annual competitive scholarly research grants program, administered by the NLN/Chamberlain University College of Nursing Center for the Advancement of the Science of Nursing Education and partially funded by the NLN Fo
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Nurse practitioner sues North Carolina over physician permission mandate
SACRAMENTO, California, Sept. 2 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Pacific Legal Foundation issued the following news release:
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Nurse practitioner sues North Carolina over physician permission mandate
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Raleigh, North Carolina; September 2, 2026: A North Carolina nurse practitioner filed a lawsuit today challenging a law that prevents her from practicing unless she pays a physician for permission to do so. Jamie Gallagher alleges that the law, which forces nurse practitioners into costly "col
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Rep. Foushee Statement on the Racially Motivated Harassment of Black Students at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- Rep. Valerie Foushee, D-North Carolina, issued the following news release:
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Rep. Foushee Statement on the Racially Motivated Harassment of Black Students at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
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WASHINGTON, DC (September 2, 2026) -Today, Congresswoman Valerie Foushee (NC-04) released the following statement after an incident at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill where students say a man harassed several Black students during a watch party
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State invites communities to apply for Phases 3 and 4 of the N.C. Resilient Coastal Communities Program
RALEIGH, North Carolina, Sept. 1 -- The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality issued the following news release:
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State invites communities to apply for Phases 3 and 4 of the N.C. Resilient Coastal Communities Program
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The NC Department of Environmental Quality's Division of Coastal Management (DCM) is accepting applications for approximately $2.5 million in funding through Phases 3 and 4 of the N.C. Resilient Coastal Communities Program (RCCP) to help coastal communities
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U.S. Chamber Endorses Rep. David Rouzer for North Carolina's Seventh District
WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 [Category: Business] -- The U.S. Chamber of Commerce posted the following news release:
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U.S. Chamber Endorses Rep. David Rouzer for North Carolina's Seventh District
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce announced its endorsement of Rep. David Rouzer for North Carolina's Seventh District. The U.S. Chamber endorses candidates for federal office who will support policies that drive innovation, grow the economy, and create opportunities for American
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U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee Announces Team for Youth Olympic Games Dakar 2026
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colorado, Sept. 3 -- The U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee issued the following news release:
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U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee announces team for Youth Olympic Games Dakar 2026
The United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee today announced the 2026 U.S. Youth Olympic Games Team that will compete at the Youth Olympic Games from Oct. 31-Nov. 13 in Dakar, Senegal. Team USA's delegation will include 29 total athletes representing 12 sports and ranging in age from
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U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee Appoints Stanford's John Donahoe to the USOPC Collegiate Advisory Council
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colorado, Sept. 3 -- The U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee issued the following news release on Sept. 2, 2026:
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U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee appoints Stanford's John Donahoe to the USOPC Collegiate Advisory Council
Donahoe will begin his term starting this fall
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The United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee today announced John Donahoe (Stanford University) will join the USOPC Collegiate Advisory Council as the Atlantic Coast Conference representative.
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Virginia Tech: Why Feeding Birds Can Make You Feel Better
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Sept. 3 (TNSjou) -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
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Why feeding birds can make you feel better
A research team led by Virginia Tech found that people connected feeding and watching birds with positive emotions, engagement, and a sense of meaning.
By Max Esterhuizen
More than 56 million U.S. adults feed wild birds.
For many, filling a feeder is a routine way to connect with birds and other wildlife. But researchers know less about what that interaction
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Water quality swimming advisory lifted for sound-side site in Beaufort County
RALEIGH, North Carolina, Sept. 2 -- The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality issued the following news release:
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Water quality swimming advisory lifted for sound-side site in Beaufort County
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State recreational water quality officials today lifted a water quality swimming advisory at a sound-side site in Beaufort County.
The advisory was lifted because water testing shows that bacteria levels have dropped below the state's and Environmental Protection Agency's standards
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White House: G20 Innovation Ministerial Concludes With Consensus Statement
WASHINGTON, Sept. 3 -- The White House issued the following news on Sept. 2, 2026:
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G20 Innovation Ministerial Concludes with Consensus Statement
Today, G20 member ministers concluded a two-day Innovation Ministerial in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. The Ministerial was hosted by the Department of Commerce and the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP).
At the conclusion of the Ministerial, G20 Ministers released a consensus statement recognizing that "emerging technol
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Written Testimony of Kristin Rowe-Finkbeiner, Executive Director: Moms Are Working Hard, Playing by the Rules, But Unable to Make Ends Meet
BELLEVUE, Washington, Sept. 1 [Category: Sociological] -- MomsRising, an online and on-the-ground organization of more than one million mothers and their families, posted the following news release:
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Written Testimony of Kristin Rowe-Finkbeiner, Executive Director: Moms Are Working Hard, Playing by the Rules, But Unable to Make Ends Meet
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Submitted to the Work & Welfare Subcommittee of the House Ways & Means Committee for the Hearing on Welfare Reform at 30: Restoring the Promise of Wo
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