Advocates Say Duke Energy’s North Carolina Climate Plan Relies Too Heavily on Fossil Fuels
The company floated four possible pathways for curbing emissions: All include small nuclear, over 3 gigawatts of new natural gas plants, and little indication that it is preparing for offshore wind growth. Read more
Missing Campaign Finance Reports in Durham
City official in Durham could face steep fines over missing documentation. Read more
Role of Outside Money Looms Larger Than Ever as PAC-Backed Candidates Surge to Primary Election Wins
Super PAC spending figured heavily in the Democratic primaries across the state and Triangle. Read more
The GOP's Durham School Board Candidates All Lost. But Several Did Well
Some of the conservative candidates did surprisingly well in solid-blue Durham, where Democratic Party voters outnumber Republicans five to one. Read more
Wake County Sheriff Race Could Go to Runoff
Runoff elections are the name of the game in Wake County. Not only is the Wake County Sheriff's race still undecided, but two seats on the Cary Town Council are still up for grabs. Read more
Meet Durham’s Newest City Council Member
Dr. Monique Holsey-Hyman—confident, vulnerable, and for the people—was appointed to finish the term of former member Charlie Reece. Read more