Feb. 25, 2026
Trump Invokes Murdered Refugee Iryna Zarutska in State of the Union Address
President Trump highlighted the tragic case of Iryna Zarutska, a 23-year-old refugee who was killed in a knife attack, to call for stricter laws against violent offenders.
Feb. 25, 2026
Fact-checkers deliver mixed verdict on Trump's State of the Union claims
Fact-checkers back some of Trump's immigration and crime statements but dispute his 'eight wars' claim and voter fraud assertions
Feb. 17, 2026
North Carolina House District 99 Candidates Discuss Stances Ahead of 2026 Primary
Voters in Charlotte's University City area will choose a new state representative in the upcoming primary election.
Feb. 17, 2026
North Carolina House District 105 Candidates Discuss Stances Ahead of Primary
Voters in Mecklenburg County will choose a new state representative in the March 3 primary election.
Feb. 13, 2026
Mecklenburg County saw lower voter turnout in 2024 election
Analysis shows Trump's base out-voted Biden's, with key drops in NC precincts and low minority turnout helping Trump retake the White House.
Feb. 11, 2026
North Carolina House Primaries Spotlight Immigration, Healthcare, and Other Key Issues
Candidates advocate for 'sanctuary zones,' protecting immigrant communities, and supporting small businesses
Feb. 9, 2026
Don Brown Campaigns for US Senate as Local Pols Face Scrutiny Over Crime
North Carolina Republican Senate candidate discusses his campaign as Mecklenburg Sheriff faces tough questions on jail management and immigration enforcement.
