Abortion Coverage

More babies born and abortions performed in 2021, data shows

New 2021 state data released this week is giving us an idea of the birth and abortion trends in the state.

Ali Ingersoll, WRAL Investigative Data Journalist

PAULA WOLF: Real Story of Safe Surrender Bill - N.C. GOP disrespect their own history

Saturday, May 20, 2023 -- The bipartisan bill sponsors were the perfect pair to convince both sides of the aisle to save the lives of infants and enact a "safe surrender" bill into law, thus saving the lives of infants while keeping young girls and women from being needlessly incarcerated.

'Just the beginning': NC Republicans say more abortion restrictions possible after 2024 elections

More abortion restrictions could be on the way, GOP leaders say, if Republicans win the 2024 governor's race or expand their power in the legislature.

Will Doran, WRAL state government reporter

Planned Parenthood considers lawsuit after new North Carolina abortion law

Planned Parenthood is the largest provider of abortions in North Carolina. The nonprofit's CEO said the organization is considering a lawsuit against the state due to its new abortion law.

Doctors, clinics worry about impacts of new NC abortion restrictions

It will be several weeks before the new, 12-week abortion restrictions begin, but we are already seeing how the new law will affect North Carolina.

Examining the cost for NC women to get an abortion once new state law takes effect

For many people in the state, having this procedure already includes traveling long distances possibly hours to get to the closest clinic.

Examining the cost for women to get an abortion once NC's new law takes effect

For many people in the state, having this procedure already includes traveling long distances possibly hours to get to the closest clinic.

Ali Ingersoll, WRAL Investigative Data Journalist

When North Carolina's new abortion restrictions take effect, and what happens to abortion clinics

North Carolina lawmakers enacted the most extensive reduction in abortion access in decades. It could make it harder for some abortion clinics to keep their doors open.

Laura Leslie, WRAL capitol bureau chief, and Chelsea Donovan, WRAL reporter

North Carolina lawmakers enact stricter abortion restrictions

North Carolina enacted the most extensive reduction in abortion access in decades following a veto override Tuesday in the state's Republican-controlled General Assembly.

Editorial: NC Senate Bill 20. How NOT to make a law

Wednesday, May 17, 2023 -- The message this action sends to North Carolinians is clear: Rules are made to be bent and broken. Be warned, the whim and will of the leaders of the General Assembly will not be subject to the procedures, regulations and processes that make for an orderly democracy.

Some celebrate, others upset after party-line vote to restrict abortion access

The GOP-led legislature overturned Governor Roy Cooper's veto of SB 20, which will make abortions after 12 weeks illegal, with exceptions.

Cotham, once an abortion rights' advocate, votes for override, calls new law 'reasonable balance'

Rep. Tricia Cotham, whose party switch gave Republicans a veto-proof majority in the state House, voted to tighten abortion restrictions. Earlier this year, she called for codifying Roe v. Wade.

Brian Murphy, WRAL reporter

NC Senate votes to override abortion bill veto, now moves to House

The Republican-led North Carolina Senate voted to override Gov. Roy Cooper's veto of controversial new abortion restrictions, setting the stage for a similar attempt in the state House.

GOP-led NC House takes up vote to override Cooper's veto on abortion bill

If one Republican in the House votes against overriding Gov. Roy Cooper's veto of a new abortion bill, or if one skips the vote, then the bill fails to become law. Republican leaders in the chamber think they have the votes.

Fact check: Why is a Republican senator blocking military promotions?

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer said Sen. Tommy Tuberville, R-Ala., is blocking military promotions "because he objects to women within the military getting access to reproductive care."

Mary McNaughton, PolitiFact reporter

NC Senate votes to override Gov. Roy Cooper's veto of controversial abortion restrictions

NC Senate lawmakers vote to override Gov. Roy Cooper's veto of controversial abortion restrictions.

Pro-abortion-rights activists rally before GOP effort to override Gov. Roy Cooper's veto of new abortion restrictions

Pro-abortion-rights activists rallied Tuesday ahead of a Republican effort to override Gov. Roy Cooper's veto of new abortion restrictions. This video has been edited to remove foul language used by one of the speakers.

NC enacts tighter abortion restrictions after GOP-controlled legislature overrides veto of controversial bill

The first major victory for the GOP lawmakers' new supermajority yields North Carolina's biggest reduction in abortion access in decades.

Will Doran, WRAL state government reporter

Q&A: 12-week abortion restrictions likely to pass today

New abortion restrictions will likely pass into law later today, limiting abortions after 12 weeks in North Carolina and requiring new steps to get an abortion that critics say will make it harder for women with low incomes to get an abortion at any time. WRAL state government reporter Travis Fain joins us to discuss.

Republicans aim to override veto on new abortion restrictions today

Today the future of abortion restrictions in North Carolina may be decided. State lawmakers will vote today on whether to override Governor Cooper's veto of the controversial bill.

DRAUGHON DRAWS: The latest plan for parenthood

Tuesday, May 16, 2023 -- Capitol Broadcasting Company's editorial cartoonist.

Editorial: Votes of conscience should sustain Cooper's veto

Tuesday, May 16, 2023 -- When the North Carolina House of Representatives votes on whether to override Gov. Roy Cooper's veto of Senate Bill 20 - the 12-week abortion ban -- it will define at least one legislator and label two others.

More than 200 NC businesses rally to protest abortion restrictions bill

Hundreds of businesses across the state are calling on lawmakers to reject bills that would restrict abortions and LGBTQ rights in North Carolina.

Matt Talhelm, WRAL reporter

Businesses calling on NC lawmakers to uphold abortion bill veto

The movement comes as state lawmakers prepare for a vote that could override Governor Roy Cooper's veto of the abortion bill.

Businesses denounce abortion restriction bill as veto override looms

Business owners who are against the abortion bill will show their support of the governor's veto Monday morning. This comes as Republicans look to cement that effort into law as soon as this week.