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NC Newsline is a nonprofit news organization that operates without political bias, committed to producing fearless journalism and impactful commentary. Their mission is to expose injustices, ensure public officials are held accountable, and enhance the quality of life for everyone in North Carolina. Established in 2004 as a small commentary-focused nonprofit called NC Policy Watch, the organization rebranded in 2023 to better represent its growth into a comprehensive digital platform that provides readers and listeners with crucial news and perspectives from both North Carolina and beyond.

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Departing NC Teacher of the Year challenges State Board, legislators to do more for public schools

2 days ago | ncnewsline.com | Clayton Henkel

When Kimberly Jones was selected as the 2023-24 North Carolina Teacher of the Year she earned a two-year appointment to the State Board of Education. This week, as the veteran Chapel Hill English teacher attended her final meeting in that leadership capacity, she challenged both the board and state legislators to invest more in public schools.
NC: Foolishly speeding toward a fiscal cliff • NC Newsline

2 days ago | ncnewsline.com | Rob Schofield

If you get a chance, check out a recent essay authored by retired Legislative Fiscal Analyst Richard Bostic. It was posted by Raleigh’s News & Observer. In it, Bostic, who spent 31 years advising state legislative leaders, issues a loud and clear warning about the fiscal cliff toward which our state is speeding. His simple and straightforward message: it’s imperative that GOP lawmakers rethink their massive, planned cuts to corporate and personal income taxes.
NC Senate passes bills to help the child care industry

2 days ago | ncnewsline.com | Lynn Bonner

The state Senate on Wednesday unanimously approved legislation meant to help the state’s struggling child care industry. House Bill 412 would allow larger class sizes in child care centers if the staff-to-child ratio stays the same. Child care center employees would be able qualify as lead teachers if they have five years of teaching experience as an alternative to a North Carolina Early Childhood Credential.
NC's governor signs executive order establishing new advisory council on cannabis • NC Newsline

3 days ago | ncnewsline.com | Clayton Henkel

Governor Josh Stein signed an executive order Wednesday establishing the new North Carolina Advisory Council on Cannabis. The Council will study and recommend options for a comprehensive statewide approach to cannabis that is grounded in public health and public safety considerations. Stein’s order says the new council will learn from lessons in other states and experts and focus on the protection and safety of all North Carolinians, especially the state’s youth.
NC advocates call on Tillis to defend consumer watchdog

3 days ago | ncnewsline.com | Rob Schofield

by Rob Schofield, NC Newsline June 4, 2025 Among the most important public policy developments in North Carolina over the last several decades was the rise of one of the nation’s strongest networks of consumer advocacy nonprofits. Together with elected leaders from both major parties, these advocates helped make North Carolina a state to avoid for predatory lenders who target consumers with high interest loans and fees and abusive collection tactics.
Allegations of a "turf war" arise in debate over regulating kratom in NC • NC Newsline

4 days ago | ncnewsline.com | Lynn Bonner

North Carolina legislators are once again looking to put restrictions on kratom, which is currently unregulated in the state. The House Regulatory Reform Committee on Tuesday advanced House Bill 468, which would require retailers to obtain licenses to sell kratom and prohibit sales to or purchases by people younger than 21. The bill now heads to the House Finance Committee. According to the federal Drug Enforcement Agency, kratom is a stimulant at low doses and a sedative at high doses.
Teens press NC lawmakers to raise the age for tobacco, vape products to 21

4 days ago | ncnewsline.com | Clayton Henkel

Thursday, June 5th would be Solomon Wynn’s 17th birthday. But instead of planning Solly’s birthday party, his stepmother Charlene Zorn was back at the legislature this week pleading with lawmakers to raise the minimum age to buy tobacco and vaping products in North Carolina from 18 to 21. Solly was just 15-year-old when he died from vaping in 2021.
North Carolina consumer advocates to Sen. Tillis: Protect us from the Trump grift-ocracy

4 days ago | ncnewsline.com | Rob Schofield

North Carolina has always been a conservative, business-friendly state in which lobbyists for corporate interests have generally had their way in the state Legislative Building under both Republicans and Democrats.
NC congressional delegation should support state’s electric vehicle industry

4 days ago | ncnewsline.com | Rob Schofield

by Rob Schofield, NC Newsline June 3, 2025 North Carolina’s economy has undergone many important transitions over the last several decades. But in recent years there’s been no more promising arrival on the scene than the electric vehicle industry. As experts at the national Electrification Coalition pointed out last week, federal EV tax credits have helped spur the creation of more than sixteen thousand jobs and over twenty billion dollars in investments in the state in recent years.
NPR correspondent Laura Sullivan on the new NPR/PBS documentary: “Hurricane Helene’s Deadly Warning”

5 days ago | ncnewsline.com | Clayton Henkel

by Clayton Henkel, NC Newsline June 2, 2025 It’s now been eight months since Hurricane Helene wreaked havoc in western North Carolina and permanently altered numerous communities. And while the recovery work continues, one vitally important area that deserves much greater attention than it’s receiving is preparation for the next natural disaster.