The N.C. Forest Service has launched a $5.15 million wildfire mitigation program for eligible landowners in Helene-affected counties.
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NC Commerce extends Opportunity Zone comment period to June 21
North Carolina has extended the public comment period for Opportunity Zone nominations to June 21.
NC report finds rise in white-collar crime from 2020 to 2024
A new state report says reported fraud, embezzlement and extortion rose in North Carolina between 2020 and 2024.
North Carolina House, Senate return for June 8 sessions
The North Carolina House and Senate are scheduled to convene Monday, with House committees set to resume work Tuesday.
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RALEIGH — North Carolina agencies and lawmakers released several statewide government updates this week, including criminal tax enforcement, insurance fraud charges and an upcoming legislative calendar that includes finance, local government and property tax measures.
Commerce: April unemployment fell in 57 counties
North Carolina unemployment rates decreased in 57 counties in April, according to the N.C. Department of Commerce.
House committees to take up digital asset and property tax bills
House committees are scheduled to review digital asset, virtual currency kiosk and property tax reappraisal bills on June 9.
NCDHHS says Medicaid pilot reduced monthly costs
RALEIGH — A North Carolina Medicaid pilot program reduced health care costs by an average of $164 per month for participating beneficiaries, according to study results announced by the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services.
DPI launches statewide parent advisory council
DPI has opened applications for a new statewide parent advisory council that will begin meeting quarterly in November.
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State updates include election guidance, a court access commission, legislative committee work and a child support guidelines hearing.
NCDHHS says Healthy Opportunities Pilots reduced Medicaid costs
NCDHHS says a Medicaid pilot focused on nonmedical needs reduced monthly health care costs for participants.
North Carolina Supreme Court commission to study legal access gaps
A new North Carolina Supreme Court commission will study legal deserts and possible changes to expand access to legal services.
State elections board issues guidance on voter drives, mailings ahead of midterms
The State Board of Elections is urging voters to verify information from registration drives and election-related mailings.
Commerce highlights state-backed soccer events as economic development strategy
N.C. Commerce says state-backed soccer events are part of a broader sports tourism and economic development strategy.
Stein criticizes veto override on school choice tax credit bill
Gov. Josh Stein criticized lawmakers after they overrode his veto of House Bill 87, now listed as Session Law 2026-6.
Hon. Thom Goolsby: Parents, Not Politicians, Should Decide Kids’ Online Access
North Carolina lawmakers are right to be concerned about children’s safety online. Many apps available to kids can expose them to bullying, predators, harmful content, and addictive algorithms that many parents are struggling to manage. Doing nothing is not an option.
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RALEIGH — North Carolina agencies and Gov. Josh Stein’s office announced several statewide updates this week, including an internet safety campaign, an upcoming Governor’s Crime Commission meeting, a public comment deadline for opportunity zone nominations, summer food benefits for children, a judicial nomination and hurricane season preparedness guidance.
Senate panel considers bill allowing organ donor election on state income tax returns
RALEIGH — A bill scheduled for review Wednesday in the Senate Health Care Committee would allow North Carolina resident taxpayers to register as organ and tissue donors through their state income tax returns.
House bill would direct studies, policy changes on involuntary commitment and public safety
RALEIGH — A North Carolina House bill scheduled for consideration Wednesday would direct state agencies and health care partners to study and change parts of the state’s involuntary commitment process, with a focus on mental health treatment, jail-based care, behavioral health beds and public safety.
Senate education bill would create high school redesign commission, fund learning programs
RALEIGH — A North Carolina Senate bill scheduled for committee review Wednesday would create a high school redesign commission, expand work-based and competency-based learning efforts, fund education programs and make changes affecting teacher evaluations and advanced coursework.