A federal judge on Saturday blocked two portions of North Carolina's new abortion law from taking effect while a lawsuit continues. Nearly all of the restrictions approved by the legislature this year, including a near-ban after 12 weeks of pregnancy, aren't being specifically challenged and remain intact.

Judge blocks 2 provisions in North Carolina's new abortion law; 12-week near ban remains in place

A government shutdown is still on track to start at 12:01 a.m., but lawmakers in the House passed a short-term spending bill to keep the government open. At 6, we tell you what has to happen next to keep the government open beyond today.

 The House passes a spending bill as a government shutdown looms. What has to happen next to keep the government open beyond today

The FDA approved two new COVID vaccines from Moderna and Pfizer/BioNTech for distribution in Fall 2023. The CDC has recommended the vaccine for all people six months and older.

FAQ: What you need to know about the 2023 COVID vaccine, flu & RSV vaccines

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ACC Basketball schedule released its conference schedule Tuesday night. League play begins Dec. 2 and ends March 9.

Complete men's basketball schedules for Duke, NC State, UNC

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Mickey Michaux Coverage

Rep. Mickey Michaux, D-Durham, the longest-tenured member of the General Assembly, announced Thursday that he plans to retire.

Mickey Michaux Coverage

Durham's Michaux, longest-serving legislator, to retire