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Governor Josh Stein Unlocks More Than $300 Million for Broadband Expansion Projects

Dec 26

Dec 26 Governor Josh Stein Unlocks More Than $300 Million for Broadband Expansion Projects

State Government

(RALEIGH) Today Governor Josh Stein announced that the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) has approved North Carolina’s proposal to bring high-speed internet service to homes and communities across the state under the federal Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program. This approval paves the way for the state to award more than $300 million of its $1.53 billion allocation for projects to expand high-speed internet access to more than 93,000 homes, businesses, and other community institutions across North Carolina.

Leader Reives Statement on Passing of 2026 Candidate Filing

Dec 23

Dec 23 Leader Reives Statement on Passing of 2026 Candidate Filing

Opinion, Politics, State Government

I am thankful to the Democrats in every corner of North Carolina who have stepped up to run for office next year. These are our most consequential legislative races in a long time. I look forward to House Democrats competing hard to earn the trust of voters in communities all over our state. Recent elections in neighboring states and a strong 2025 for municipal races across North Carolina show that we have the potential to put seats in play that have previously felt out of reach.

Governor Stein Celebrates Decision That Extends Federal Recognition to Lumbee Tribe

Dec 19

Dec 19 Governor Stein Celebrates Decision That Extends Federal Recognition to Lumbee Tribe

State Government, Politics

(RALEIGH) Today Governor Stein celebrated the U.S. Congress’ passage and President Trump’s signing of the Lumbee Fairness Act, extending federal recognition to the Lumbee Tribe.

Leader Reives Statement on Passing of Gov. Jim Hunt

Dec 19

Dec 19 Leader Reives Statement on Passing of Gov. Jim Hunt

Opinion, Politics, State Government

“With Governor Jim Hunt’s passing, we have lost one of our most profound and transformational leaders. He touched the lives of millions and his legacy lives on through the service of his family and the Hunt Institute. North Carolina would not be the state it is today without the visionary leadership of Governor Hunt -- he is irreplaceable. I am praying for his wife and their family as they navigate this difficult period.”

Statement on Governor Jim Hunt’s Passing

Dec 19

Dec 19 Statement on Governor Jim Hunt’s Passing

State Government, Politics

(RALEIGH) Today Governor Josh Stein released the following statement on the passing of Governor Jim Hunt, North Carolina's 69th and 71st Governor:

Lieutenant Governor Rachel Hunt on the Passing of Former Governor Jim Hunt

Dec 19

Dec 19 Lieutenant Governor Rachel Hunt on the Passing of Former Governor Jim Hunt

State Government

It is with deep sadness that I share the passing of my beloved daddy and hero, former Governor Jim Hunt. He devoted his life to serving the people of North Carolina, guided by a belief that public service should expand opportunity, strengthen communities, and always put people first. His leadership and compassion left a lasting impact on the lives of countless North Carolinians.

Governor Stein Continues Work To Modernize DMV, Applauds Record Class of DMV Graduates

Dec 18

Dec 18 Governor Stein Continues Work To Modernize DMV, Applauds Record Class of DMV Graduates

State Government, Politics

(RALEIGH) In Rocky Mount, Governor Josh Stein and NCDMV Commissioner Paul Tine joined the graduation ceremony of 149 new NCDMV Driver License Examiners – the largest graduating class ever. Governor Stein celebrated the new examiners' completion of Driver License Examiner Basic School and the service they will provide to drivers across North Carolina.

With New Hires, Governor Stein Prioritizes Growing Economy and Modernizing Government

Dec 18

Dec 18 With New Hires, Governor Stein Prioritizes Growing Economy and Modernizing Government

State Government, Politics

(RALEIGH) Today Governor Stein announced two people will be joining his leadership team to increase engagement with the private sector and modernize state government: Doug Warf as Senior Advisor for Business Engagement and Torre Jessup as Senior Advisor for Digital Experience.

Attorney General Jeff Jackson Reaches $9 Million Settlement with Hyundai and Kia Over Car Thefts

Dec 18

Dec 18 Attorney General Jeff Jackson Reaches $9 Million Settlement with Hyundai and Kia Over Car Thefts

Politics, State Government

RALEIGH – Attorney General Jeff Jackson and 35 other bipartisan attorneys general reached a settlement with Hyundai and Kia for selling millions of vehicles across the country that didn’t have industry-standard, anti-theft technology, leading to a 10-fold jump in car thefts between 2020 and 2023.

Attorney General Jeff Jackson Announces Health Care Fraud Sentencing

Dec 18

Dec 18 Attorney General Jeff Jackson Announces Health Care Fraud Sentencing

Politics, State Government

RALEIGH – Attorney General Jeff Jackson announced that Giselle Alexandria Farrell was sentenced to 24 months of supervised probation and ordered to pay $12,916.56 in restitution after pleading guilty to Medicaid provider fraud.

Governor’s Council on Workforce and Apprenticeships Continues to Advance Workforce Opportunities in North Carolina

Dec 16

Dec 16 Governor’s Council on Workforce and Apprenticeships Continues to Advance Workforce Opportunities in North Carolina

State Government, Politics

(RALEIGH) Today Governor Josh Stein’s Council on Workforce and Apprenticeships released a report identifying 30 strategies designed to advance North Carolina’s workforce and expand access to good jobs with good wages. When implemented, these proposed strategies will help the state attain the 11 workforce goals that the Council recommended in June.

Governor Stein Announces Superior Court Appointment

Dec 15

Dec 15 Governor Stein Announces Superior Court Appointment

State Government, Politics

(RALEIGH) Today Governor Josh Stein announced that he has appointed Alicia Marks Flowers to the Superior Court for Judicial District 14B, serving part of Cumberland County. Flowers is filling the vacancy created after the Honorable Gail Adams retired.

Governor Stein Announces Boards and Commissions Appointments

Dec 15

Dec 15 Governor Stein Announces Boards and Commissions Appointments

State Government, Politics

(RALEIGH) Today Governor Josh Stein announced appointments to boards and commissions.

New Film Grants Support Productions Shooting in North Carolina in Late 2025

Dec 15

Dec 15 New Film Grants Support Productions Shooting in North Carolina in Late 2025

State Government, Politics

(RALEIGH) Two television/streaming series and an independent feature-length film have been approved for North Carolina Film and Entertainment Grants. The productions, estimated to be creating more than 4,900 jobs in total, are expected to spend more than $113 million during their production windows, supporting North Carolina film crew professionals and small businesses servicing the productions across much of the state.

Report Highlights Positive Impacts of Cell Phone-Free Classrooms

Dec 12

Dec 12 Report Highlights Positive Impacts of Cell Phone-Free Classrooms

State Government, Politics

(RALEIGH) A report issued this week by Governor Stein’s Advisory Council for Student Safety & Well-Being formed in April 2025 relates early success stories from public school districts that have implemented policies to make classrooms cell phone-free.

NC House Responds to Gov. Stein’s Reversal of Unnecessary Medicaid Cuts

Dec 11

Dec 11 NC House Responds to Gov. Stein’s Reversal of Unnecessary Medicaid Cuts

Politics, State Government

Raleigh, NC — The North Carolina House of Representatives today responded to Governor Josh Stein’s announcement that his administration will reverse their disastrous and unnecessary Medicaid rate cuts.

Governor Stein Calls on Secretary McMahon to Classify Health Care Programs as Professional Degrees

Dec 10

Dec 10 Governor Stein Calls on Secretary McMahon to Classify Health Care Programs as Professional Degrees

State Government, Politics

(RALEIGH) Today Governor Josh Stein urged Secretary of Education Linda McMahon to reverse last month’s decision that would make it more difficult for people to pursue many professional and graduate-level health care degree programs. Governor Stein is committed to strengthening the health care workforce pipeline so North Carolinians can be healthy and safe.

State Auditor Issues New Report on State’s Finances

Dec 10

Dec 10 State Auditor Issues New Report on State’s Finances

Politics, State Government

RALEIGH, N.C. — The North Carolina Office of the State Auditor (OSA) has released a new report summary highlighting key aspects of North Carolina’s overall financial health. The report was created from financial statements audited by OSA in the State of North Carolina’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR).

Rep. Ager & Rep. Cervania Statement on House Oversight Hearing

Dec 8

Dec 8 Rep. Ager & Rep. Cervania Statement on House Oversight Hearing

Opinion, Politics, State Government

Today the House Oversight Committee is returning to Raleigh in an environment where the Majority has returned no budget, despite their constitutional duty to do so, and has repudiated the Governor’s constitutional authority to convene a special session, which he did in the hopes the General Assembly could fully fund Medicaid.

Governor Stein Celebrates Record Year of Job Announcements In North Carolina

Dec 8

Dec 8 Governor Stein Celebrates Record Year of Job Announcements In North Carolina

State Government, Politics

(RALEIGH) Today Governor Josh Stein held his latest NC Strong Update to celebrate economic development wins across North Carolina. Since the beginning of the year, Governor Stein, the North Carolina Department of Commerce, and the Economic Development Partnership have brought more than 33,000 jobs to North Carolina, a record-breaking year for job commitments.