North Carolina has been ranked No. 1 in the nation for economic development in 2025, highlighting continued success in business recruitment, job growth, and capital investment. At the same time, applications are now open for the Opportunity Scholarship program, with enrollment already surpassing 100,000 students, underscoring growing demand for school choice across the state. In legal news, a hearing is set for Thursday in a lawsuit brought by College Democrats challenging early voting site decisions, a case that could have implications for future election administration.