Page Lead Grows to 23 Votes Over Berger

The razor-thin State Senate District 26 primary continues as challenger Sam Page expanded his lead over Senate leader Phil Berger to 23 votes after provisional ballots were counted, keeping the race under intense scrutiny. Meanwhile, FEMA has released $3.59 million in recovery funding for Burke Cou…

Berger Race Hinges on 189 Ballots; Elections Board Shakeup

A shakeup at the State Board of Elections saw former Senator Bob Rucho resign, with Hawkins sworn in as his replacement. Meanwhile, the razor-thin State Senate District 26 race between Phil Berger and challenger Page remains unresolved, with 189 provisional ballots still to be reviewed. In DC, a Ra…

Primary Fallout: Berger Election Looms; Brockman Indicted

Analysts are breaking down the results from North Carolina’s 2026 primary elections, highlighting key takeaways and the races that will shape the general election. Attention is particularly focused on the razor-thin State Senate District 26 contest between Senate leader Phil Berger and challenger P…

North Carolina Primary Results

Results from North Carolina’s 2026 primary are coming into focus, with major statewide and legislative races shaping the political landscape heading into the general election. In the U.S. Senate race, Roy Cooper secured the Democratic nomination and will face Republican Michael Whatley in November.…

Primary Election Day in NC: What to Know, Final Turnout Trends

Primary Election Day is underway across North Carolina, with key statewide and congressional races drawing close attention as voters head to the polls. Officials are highlighting what voters need to know — from polling hours to ID requirements — while campaigns focus on turnout in competitive prima…

Iran Tensions; NC Election Developments; UNC Policy Overhaul

President Trump says U.S. operations involving Iran will continue until stated objectives are achieved, as tensions escalate following Iran’s reported closure of the Strait of Hormuz — a move with major implications for global energy markets. Gas prices across North Carolina are reacting to the ins…

New GOP Poll Shows Senate Race Trends

New results from the 2026 GOP Primary Carolina Journal Poll provide fresh insight into the U.S. Senate race and overall support for leading Republican's across North Carolina. The survey also measures President Trump’s approval among GOP voters, levels of MAGA alignment, and voter interest in parti…

Early Voting Trends Emerge; Election Overhaul Begins; JDIG Projects Canceled

New data from the 2026 primary shows early voting trends taking shape across North Carolina, with turnout patterns offering early clues about voter enthusiasm and party engagement. At the same time, a newly formed modernization commission has begun work on overhauling North Carolina’s election syst…

State of the Union Focus: Tariffs, AI, Public Safety

The 2026 State of the Union placed tariffs front and center, with a focus on how trade policy is impacting North Carolina’s agriculture, manufacturing, and export sectors. The address also highlighted the rapid growth of AI data centers and the resulting strain on utilities and energy infrastructur…

Tariffs Dominate Debate; NC Film Industry Posts $185M Year

Tariffs dominated discussion at the 1st District GOP primary debate, as candidates sparred over trade policy and its impact on North Carolina industries. New data shows the cost of living in North Carolina is rising at a slower pace than the national average, offering some relief for households. De…