North Carolina politics Coverage

Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson's comments raise eyebrows within GOP

Remarks by Lieutenant Governor Mark Robinson are once again causing controversy. But this time, their apparent targets are within the Republican Party.

Robinson 'vengeance' remarks stir controversy within NC GOP

Remarks by Lieutenant Governor Mark Robinson are once again causing controversy. But this time, their apparent targets are within his own party.

Laura Leslie, WRAL Capitol Bureau Chief

U.S. Rep. Patrick McHenry, NC Republican who served as interim speaker, to retire from Congress

In a reversal, North Carolina U.S. Rep. Patrick McHenry says he won't seek reelection. The decision, which immediately sparked speculation over who would run to fill the seat, comes amid infighting among House Republicans.

Will Doran, WRAL state government reporter

NC candidate filing for 2024 election opens Monday

Candidate filing for the 2024 elections opens Monday in North Carolina. Would-be politicians have the next 10 days to decide if they want to run for office.

More than half a million North Carolinians now qualify for Medicaid

Almost 600,000 North Carolinians will become eligible for health insurance Friday as the state becomes the 40th state in the country to expand Medicaid.

Holmes to replace Wood as state auditor

North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper named Democratic up-and-comer Jessica Holmes Thursday to replace State Auditor Beth Wood, who is resigning following a recent indictment.

Travis Fain and Chris Lovingood, WRAL News

NC's Students for Trump co-founder accused of hitting woman in head with a pistol

Ryan Fournier, the national chairman of Students for Trump, was arrested last week and accused of striking a woman in the forehead with a gun.

Travis Fain, WRAL state government reporter

'Against the odds,' trailblazer looks to make splash in NC governor's race

Former state Supreme Court Justice Mike Morgan spent $50,000 on a cinematic ad highlighting a compelling life story. But will it make a difference in the 2024 Democratic primary?

Travis Fain, WRAL state government reporter

Wood: State auditor's staff 'doesn't need to suffer' from credibility hit following indictment

State Auditor Beth Wood, who was indicted last week, says 'negative attention that constantly is pounding at the state auditor's office' led to her resignation.

By Travis Fain and Jack Hagel, WRAL News

NC Auditor Beth Wood to resign following new charge over use of state-owned vehicles

Beth Wood, the four-term state auditor who was charged this week with using a publicly owned car for personal errands, plans to resign on Dec. 15.

By Chelsea Donovan and Jack Hagel, WRAL News

State Auditor Beth Wood charged in state vehicle case

Wood's driving habits and use of state vehicles came under scrutiny following a Dec. 8 incident in which Wood crashed a state-issued Toyota into a parked car. Wood said last week that she wouldn't seek reelection.

By Chelsea Donovan, WRAL News

Election day is Tuesday, don't forget to bring your photo ID

Today is election day! People will be heading to the polls Tuesday morning to cast their votes.

NC judges give Cooper partial victory over legislative Republicans in separation of powers court case

Republican lawmakers passed bills this year reworking key state boards and stripping the governor's office of some of his appointment powers. Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper sued over that legislation.

Travis Fain, WRAL state government reporter

Appointments, redistricting and judiciary moves are culmination of NC Republicans' march to power

Republicans have controlled the state's legislative branch for more than a decade. They may not win the governor's mansion, but with new appointment powers and growing influence in the judiciary, lawmakers can sap a Democratic governor's ability to shape and execute policy.

Travis Fain, WRAL state government reporter

Jeff Jackson, NC congressman drawn out of his seat, will run for NC attorney general 'to fight political corruption'

Democratic U.S. Rep. Jeff Jackson saw his congressional district turned into a heavily Republican district under new maps passed Wednesday by the state legislature.

Will Doran, WRAL state government reporter

Wide-ranging appointments bill would put reprimanded lawyer on state bar's disciplinary committee

A Robeson County attorney -- who nearly lost his law license this year for not paying taxes and mishandling client money -- was appointed to the committee that hears complaints against attorneys.

Travis Fain, WRAL state government reporter

Senate lawmakers vote on legislative voting districts expected to give GOP more power in state politics

The new maps would be used in every election from 2024 through 2030, unless struck down in court. The maps would help Republicans maintain power in the General Assembly. Gerrymandering lawsuits are expected if the maps become law.

Linda Combs, who served NC and federal government in top financial management positions, dies

Combs was appointed state controller by former Gov. Pat McCrory after having served as controller of the Office of Management and Budget under President George W. Bush. She died Thursday following an aneurysm.

WRAL Staff

New NC election maps expected to pass next week over objections from Democrats

Newly proposed election maps are expected to tilt North Carolina's congressional delegation to the right and maintain GOP majorities in state legislative chambers. Republican lawmakers, who drew the maps in secret, went over them in public for the first time Thursday.

Travis Fain and Will Doran, WRAL state government reporters

Early voting begins Thursday with new photo ID requirements

People across North Carolina will be able to cast their early ballot Thursday for the November 2024 election.

Early voting begins Thursday for November elections in hundreds of NC cities

Fall elections in hundreds of North Carolina municipalities are picking up as early in-person voting begins for mayoral races and city council seats.

Final day to register to vote for next month's elections across NC

If you plan on voting in next month's elections, Friday is your last day to register. Municipal elections are scheduled for Nov. 7.

Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson schedules special event for Thursday

Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson announced a mystery event, to be held Thursday, where he'll serve as acting governor of North Carolina.

What comes next after federal judge blocks portions of NC abortion law

A judge blocked two provisions of North Carolina's new abortion laws. WRAL state government reporter Will Doran details what comes next.

Cooper vetoes GOP-backed bill overhauling NC election authority

North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper vetoed a bill Thursday that would remake state and local elections boards, giving state lawmakers authority to appoint them -- the latest chapter in a long-running power struggle between the state legislature and its governors.

Laura Leslie, WRAL capitol bureau chief