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Latest fact-checked coverage from North Carolina.
Lara Joy Ezell Sentenced to 14 Years for Meth in North Carolina
A federal judge sentenced Lara Joy Ezell to over 14 years in prison for distributing 1.3 pounds of methamphetamine. The case involved multiple controlled purchases by federal and local agencies in Eastern North Carolina.
Cooper, Whatley Trade Blame For Helene Aid in North Carolina Senate Race
Roy Cooper and Michael Whatley exchanged accusations regarding Hurricane Helene recovery efforts during the North Carolina Senate race. The storm caused $60 billion in damage and killed at least 107 people across the state. Republican Senator Thom Tillis is retiring from the US Senate.
Williams Charged With Burglary In Biffle Home Break-In
Iredell County Sheriff Darren Campbell announced felony charges against Terrell Williams for breaking into Greg Biffle's home.
Justice Department Finds Duke Law Discriminated in Admissions
The Justice Department concluded Duke University School of Law intentionally discriminated by race in three admissions cycles. The agency will seek a settlement or pursue legal action against the institution.
North Carolina House Passes Early Vote Challenge Bill
The North Carolina House passed legislation on August 4 allowing early vote challenges up to three days after elections. The bill lowers the threshold to invalidate votes, reduces primary early voting by one week, allows county residents to challenge early votes, requires a process to remove voters flagged as ineligible, gives the state auditor new audit powers, and now goes to Democratic Gov. Josh Stein.
Lake Mary Little League Wins Southeast Regional Title
Lake Mary Little League secured a spot in the 2026 Little League Softball World Series by winning the Southeast Regional Tournament. The team ends a seven-year drought for Florida and will play Snohomish, Washington, on August 2.
Braxton Releases Song and Album in 2024
Alim Braxton released Live on Death Row during 2024 while serving a death sentence in North Carolina. North Carolina lawmakers passed legislation to restart executions after a two-decade pause in the state.
ECU Health Plans To Reopen Martin General Hospital
ECU Health signs a letter to reopen Martin General Hospital as an emergency and outpatient facility. Martin County plans funding for refurbishment while the state allocates $210 million to ECU Health for regional improvements.