The young congressman hopes to appeal to moderate Republicans, but his long-term future depends on whether Trump can maintain his grip on the GOP.
Jane Porter
Jane Porter is Wake County editor of the INDY, covering Raleigh and other communities across Wake County. She first joined the staff in 2013 and is a former INDY intern, staff writer, and editor-in-chief.
N.C. Ratepayers Will Save $1.1 Billion in New Duke Energy Coal Ash Settlement
Duke Energy is in the process of closing coal ash basins located across North Carolina.
Knightdale Has a New Mayor, Jessica Day
Day steps in for James Roberson, who succeeds Rep. Darren Jackson in the state House.
The Maywood Will Close Its Doors For Good
Farewell to a linchpin in Raleigh’s music scene.
Wake’s COVID Vaccine Signup Website Crashes, Patients Report Long Wait Times on Phone Hotline
The county opened appointments to patients age 65 and over this morning; its website crashed due to the number of people trying to sign up.
Chapel Hill, Durham, and Orange School Districts Have Paused In-Person Classes; Will Wake Follow Suit?
The school board votes this afternoon on whether to resume in-person instruction next week; administrators and teachers want to wait until mid-February.
Janet Cowell, Former NC Treasurer, Will Lead Dix Park Conservancy
Cowell replaces outgoing president and CEO Sean Malone; her first day on the job is Jan. 18.
Terrance Ruth Shares His Vision for Raleigh Ahead of Mayoral Race
We spoke with Ruth about his reasons for running, his top priorities, and his vision for a more engaged Raleigh.
Republicans Use Friends & Family Pass to Remake State’s Judicial Branch
Senior employees in the N.C. Administrative Office of the Courts resigned to make way for the new guard.
Did Thom Tillis Grow a Spine? Before Rioters Took the Capitol, Tillis Affirmed Biden’s Presidency
Tillis didn’t jump aboard the election subversion bandwagon like some other North Carolina delegates.

