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Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians to vote on legalizing marijuana sales, possession for adults on tribal lands

July 18, 2023

Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians to vote on legalizing marijuana sales, possession for adults on tribal lands

Members of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians are preparing for a significant vote in September, deciding whether to legalize marijuana possession and sales on tribal lands.

North Carolina lawmakers delay legislative progress for another week due to budget negotiations, summer travel

July 18, 2023

North Carolina lawmakers delay legislative progress for another week due to budget negotiations, summer travel

Budget negotiations and summer travel is delaying another week of formal work at the General Assembly of North Carolina. Five bills vetoed by Gov. Cooper remain pending.

Ryan Reynolds' Wrexham set to begin US tour, scheduled to play Chelsea, Manchester United

July 17, 2023

Ryan Reynolds' Wrexham set to begin US tour, scheduled to play Chelsea, Manchester United

Wrexham is set to begin a United States tour this month, where the team will play Manchester United, Chelsea, and LA Galaxy II, amongst others.

North Carolina health officials put eating limits on fish due to contamination from 'forever chemicals'

July 14, 2023

North Carolina health officials put eating limits on fish due to contamination from 'forever chemicals'

North Carolina health officials have recommended limits on eating certain freshwater fish from the Cape Fear River. "Forever chemicals" were found in all species that were tested.

North Carolina deputy shot while executing a search warrant, suspect now in custody

July 14, 2023

North Carolina deputy shot while executing a search warrant, suspect now in custody

A suspect has been arrested following a shooting that injured a deputy while he was executing a search warrant near Pembroke, North Carolina.

'Local legend' horseman guns down horse while arguing with son

July 14, 2023

'Local legend' horseman guns down horse while arguing with son

A legendary North Carolina horse trainer who was recently named "Horseman of the Year" is accused of accidentally fatally shooting a horse while trying to shoot his son.

North Carolina Democrats criticize GOP over state budget delay

July 13, 2023

North Carolina Democrats criticize GOP over state budget delay

Democrats in North Carolina are blaming Republicans for failing to approve a state budget before the deadline, which may delay progress on health care expansion and teacher employment.

North Carolina man convicted of teaching bomb-making to kill law enforcement officers

July 12, 2023

North Carolina man convicted of teaching bomb-making to kill law enforcement officers

A federal jury on Wednesday found Christopher Arthur guilty of charges related to teaching someone how to make bombs with the intent to kill federal law enforcement officers.

Honda Aircraft expands operations in North Carolina, creating 280 jobs in light aircraft development

July 12, 2023

Honda Aircraft expands operations in North Carolina, creating 280 jobs in light aircraft development

Honda Aircraft Co. is set to expand its operations and create 280 new jobs in central North Carolina as it develops and manufactures a longer-range version of its light aircraft.

North Carolina Democratic Sen. Mike Woodard to run for mayor of Durham

July 12, 2023

North Carolina Democratic Sen. Mike Woodard to run for mayor of Durham

Sen. Mike Woodard, of North Carolina, has filed his candidacy to become the mayor of Durham, where he once served on the city of council for several years.