NC housing wage jumps: North Carolina workers must now earn $27.14 per hour to afford a modest two-bedroom—up nearly $2 since 2024 and leaving 48% of renters cost-burdened — find out what this means.
Quicker UNC decisions for NC applicants: North Carolina residents who submit by the Oct. 15 early-action deadline will now receive admissions decisions by Dec. 20 instead of late January, giving more time to plan — find out what this means for your college plans.
Sleeping in your car: North Carolina state rules discourage overnight stays at rest areas, Fayetteville bans vehicle camping on public property and Walmart parking policies vary by store — find out what’s legal.
Free clinic unveils health hub: After Hurricane Helene and shifting Medicaid, Vecinos opened its new 16,000-square-foot facility in Franklin on May 1, featuring exam rooms, dental operatories, a pharmacy and co-located legal and social services for low-income, uninsured and farmworker communities — check out how it’s transforming care.
Red wolves hang by a thread: Conservation groups asked a federal judge today to force the Fish & Wildlife Service to boost safeguards for Eastern North Carolina’s wild red wolves, now down to just 18 collared animals — find out if stronger protections can save them.
Other North Carolina headlines this week
- NC Digital Heritage Center wins Library grant
- Cashiers and Highlands boast 12 standout restaurants
- North Carolina public media loses federal funding
- NC teachers spend $1,632 annually on supplies
- Jockey's Ridge named North Carolina's best park
- NC allows parking in front of homes
