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Democrats answer questions during candidate forum

Voters got a chance to hear from four of six candidates vying for the nomination for the U.S. Senate seat in North Carolina. Republican Sen. Richard Burr currently holds the seat.

Democrats answer questions during candidate forum

03/15/2010 10:23 PM

Rep. Foxx holds town hall to address health care bill

Rep. Virginia Foxx fielded questions about the controversial health care bill for an hour and a half Monday. While President Barack Obama is making a strong push this week to pass the bill, Foxx is doing her best to make sure it fails.

Rep. Foxx holds town hall to address health care bill

03/15/2010 07:36 PM

Obama heads to Ohio looking for health care votes

The health care overhaul continues to take center stage with President Barack Obama still trying to nail down enough votes to pass it.

Obama heads to Ohio looking for health care votes

03/15/2010 10:20 AM

Political Connections: Movement to vote out entire House

Most political analysts say there is a general feeling among voters to vote against incumbents. Now, there's a coordinated effort to kick every member of the U.S. House out of office.

Political Connections: Movement to vote out entire House

03/14/2010 02:51 PM

Charlotte mayor headed to White House

Charlotte Mayor Anthony Foxx and former Bank of America CEO Hugh McColl are going to the White House Friday. They'll share feedback from town hall meetings held by the city in February.

Charlotte mayor headed to White House

Updated 03/12/2010 11:25 AM

North Carolinians rally for, against health care bill

North Carolinians took to the streets to voice their opinions on the impending health care vote in Congress. Supporters and opponents in the Tar Heel State are still just as passionate about their opinions on the proposed reform.

North Carolinians rally for, against health care bill

Updated 03/11/2010 07:04 PM

N.C. protests heat up ahead of health overhaul vote

North Carolina residents supporting and rejecting President Barack Obama's efforts to overhaul the nation's health care system are taking to the streets Thursday.

N.C. protests heat up ahead of health overhaul vote

03/11/2010 08:22 AM

Accountability commission studies state ABC system

Gov. Bev Perdue's Budget Reform and Accountability Commission takes on ABC system issues. They are studying if the current system needs to be tweaked or overhauled.

Accountability commission studies state ABC system

Updated 03/10/2010 08:21 PM

AP-GfK Poll: Obama more popular than Congress

Americans' support for Congress hasn't disappeared, but it's getting a lot harder to find, while President Barack Obama still enjoys a fair amount of backing.

AP-GfK Poll: Obama more popular than Congress

03/10/2010 08:22 AM

Overcrowded schools challenge CMS' tight budget

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education has to determine a new list of priorities when it comes to its facilities. Many of its schools are overcrowded and old.

Overcrowded schools challenge CMS' tight budget

03/09/2010 10:44 PM

Obama appeals for public support on health care

President Barack Obama accused insurance companies of placing profits over people and said Republicans ignored long-festering problems when they held power.

Obama appeals for public support on health care

03/08/2010 04:10 PM

Burr attacks ad that claims he missed crucial vote

Sen. Richard Burr is firing back after accusations by the North Carolina Democratic Party that he missed a vote on a $15 billion jobs bill.

Burr attacks ad that claims he missed crucial vote

03/08/2010 01:47 PM

Concord protestors rally for immigration reform

Hundreds of people gathered at a soccer field in Cabarrus County Sunday afternoon to call for immigration reform. Organizers called Sunday's rally historic and necessary to grab the attention of the U.S. government.

Concord protestors rally for immigration reform

Updated 03/08/2010 12:56 PM

RNC Chairman Steele to unveil new ad in Greensboro

Republican National Committee Chairman Michael Steele is stopping in North Carolina to talk up a new television commercial he hopes will generate campaign funds for the GOP.

RNC Chairman Steele to unveil new ad in Greensboro

03/08/2010 09:29 AM

Burr: No plans for presidential run in 2012

U.S. Senator Richard Burr paid a visit to eastern North Carolina this weekend. Despite some pressure to consider a run for president, the state's senior Republican senator said he doesn't have plans to enter presidential politics.

Burr: No plans for presidential run in 2012

03/07/2010 11:35 AM

Political Connections

Last week, the filing period ended for candidates who plan to run for office in North Carolina. All 170 seats are up for grabs in the General Assembly.

Political Connections

Updated 03/07/2010 06:00 AM

UNCC forum discusses legalizing medical marijuana

Legalizing medical marijuana was a hot topic Thursday night at UNC Charlotte. State Rep. Nick Mackey and Earl Jones hosted a forum about a bill they're sponsoring that would legalize medical marijuana for people living with debilitating and painful medical conditions.

UNCC forum discusses legalizing medical marijuana

03/04/2010 09:22 PM

GOP says they are poised for victory in November

The N.C. GOP says they have a plan for victory in November's elections, and they expect to be the state's new majority party. But Democrats say they are confident they will not lose seats in the General Assembly.

GOP says they are poised for victory in November

Updated 03/04/2010 06:16 PM

News14.com viewers: Keep religion out of government

Religion should have less of a role in government, according to the results of Tuesday’s news14.com Web poll about the separation of church and state.

News14.com viewers: Keep religion out of government

03/03/2010 10:05 AM

McHenry proposes putting Reagan on the $50

Republican Rep. Patrick McHenry announced a proposal Tuesday to replace former President Ulysses S. Grant with former President Ronald Reagan on the $50.

McHenry proposes putting Reagan on the $50

03/03/2010 09:36 AM

Some express concerns about ABC privatization

As an outside agency studies whether it's worth privatizing the North Carolina Alcoholic Beverage Control System, some small business owners say that proposal could hurt them in the long run.

Some express concerns about ABC privatization

Updated 03/02/2010 05:24 PM

More candidate filings statewide this year than last 20

The candidate filing period officially ended at noon on Friday. And while there was no last-minute rush, State Board of Elections Director Gary Bartlett said there are more filings this year than in the last two decades.

More candidate filings statewide this year than last 20

Updated 02/26/2010 06:04 PM

Rep. Myrick holds town hall with Muslim community

Republican Rep. Sue Myrick is standing by her claims about threats posed by Muslim extremists. Thursday night, Myrick attended a town hall meeting with Charlotte's Muslim community to discuss her views.

Rep. Myrick holds town hall with Muslim community

02/25/2010 09:28 PM

North Carolinians take sides in health reform

North Carolinians watched as President Barack Obama held bi-partisan health care summit in DC. Some argue an overhaul is needed, others say things should basically stay the way they are now.

North Carolinians take sides in health reform

Updated 02/25/2010 05:13 PM

Despite months of study, state tax overhaul uncertain

State lawmakers are continuing to grapple with the idea of a statewide tax overhaul. But months into an intense study of current laws, legislators are uncertain if any changes will be made.

Despite months of study, state tax overhaul uncertain

Updated 02/24/2010 04:46 PM

Ariz. lawmakers: Verify citizenship of candidates

Nearly half of the Arizona Legislature wants to force President Barack Obama to show his birth certificate to state officials if he runs for re-election.

Ariz. lawmakers: Verify citizenship of candidates

02/24/2010 08:19 AM

Senate candidates line up to take on Richard Burr

The field of candidates in North Carolina's 2010 U.S. Senate race is now up to eight. The filing period ends this Friday, and right now political analysts say it's a wide open race.

Senate candidates line up to take on Richard Burr

Updated 02/22/2010 06:56 PM

Wake superintendent's resignation ignites discussion

Since the sudden resignation of Wake County schools' superintendent Del Burns and his subsequent explanation, there's been both praise and criticism from the public.

Wake superintendent's resignation ignites discussion

Updated 02/22/2010 05:58 PM

GOOOH movement looks for support ahead of elections

The founder of Get Out Of Our House, a movement to replace all 435 members of the U.S. House of Representatives, is looking to gather supporters to get listed as a party in North Carolina.

GOOOH movement looks for support ahead of elections

02/22/2010 04:18 PM

Sole's first court appearance delayed again

State Sen. R.C. Soles' first court appearance will take place later than originally scheduled. Last week, all parties agreed to continue the case from today until Thursday.

Sole's first court appearance delayed again

02/22/2010 02:57 PM

Retired state trooper to run for Johnston County sheriff

Retired state trooper Gerry Mouzon announced Sunday he's running for Johnston County sheriff. Mouzon, 50, plans to file Monday for the Democratic nomination. He'll be running against three-time Republican incumbent Sheriff Steve Bizzell.

02/22/2010 02:06 PM

Ron Paul wins conservative straw poll

Rep. Ron Paul won the most support for the 2012 Republican presidential nomination in an unofficial straw poll of conservative activists attending an annual conference.

02/21/2010 06:40 PM

Obama version of health reform expected Monday

The White House readied its last-ditch effort to salvage health care legislation Sunday while the Senate's Republican leader warned Democrats against the go-it-alone approach.

02/21/2010 06:26 PM

Political Connections

A landmark ruling by the U.S. Supreme Court late last month will pave the way for corporations to use their own money to support or oppose candidates for public office.

02/20/2010 06:15 PM

Congressman Howard Coble released from hospital

Greensboro Congressman Howard Coble is being released from the hospital on Friday after an overnight stay. Coble went to High Point Regional Hospital on Thursday afternoon for testing, after he fainted giving a speech at High Point Country Club.

Updated 02/20/2010 11:07 AM

Dianne Parfitt chosen to fill vacant House seat

On Thursday, Democratic leaders in Cumberland County appointed Dianne Parfitt to fill a vacant House seat. Parfitt is filling the seat vacated by Margaret Dickson, who left in order to replace state Senator Tony Rand.

Updated 02/19/2010 09:16 PM

Rep. Brad Miller holds small business roundtable

About a dozen Rockingham County small business owners got together Friday with Rep. Brad Miller to talk about bank lending and how that's affecting their businesses.

Updated 02/19/2010 08:10 PM

Bowles talks about appointment to national commission

UNC System President Erskine Bowles is back from the nation's capital and is talking about his appointment to a national commission. Bowles, along with a former Republican senator, will head the effort to restore national fiscal health.

Updated 02/19/2010 05:38 PM

Premiums jump 14 percent on Medicare private plans

Millions of seniors who signed up for popular private health plans through Medicare are facing sharp premium increases this year, another sign that spiraling costs are a problem even for those with solid insurance.

02/19/2010 09:57 AM

Creativity leads the way at Emerging Issues Forum

Creativity, thinking outside of the box, and new ideas. These concepts were the core of the 2010 Emerging Issues Forum. People like Doug Hummer, part of the NCSU Industrial Extension Services, work to make NC State University lead the pack in innovation.

Updated 02/18/2010 05:31 PM

Obama appoints Bowles to co-chair deficit commission

President Barack Obama announced Thursday that Erskine Bowles will lead a new bi-partisan commission charged with tackling the national deficit.

02/18/2010 12:15 PM

Treasury secretary to appear in Triangle, discuss jobs

Treasury Secretary Tim Geithner will visit the Triangle Thursday to attend a roundtable discussion on New Markets Tax Credits. Afterward, Geithner will discuss the work being done in Research Triangle Park to create high-tech jobs.

02/18/2010 06:41 AM

Forum addresses impact of film on statewide economy

State leaders are encouraging the Wilmington region to take more advantage of its film industry to spur economic growth for the state. The state secretary of commerce said productions create hundreds of jobs and bring millions into the state.

02/17/2010 07:06 PM

GOP sees possible upside in health care summit

Congressional Republicans see a chance for political gain in President Barack Obama's televised health care summit next week, even though the president will be running the show.

02/17/2010 10:13 AM

Obama official: Erskine Bowles to serve on deficit panel

President Barack Obama plans to sign an executive order Thursday establishing a bipartisan deficit commission similar to one that Congress rejected. A senior official said the commission would include UNC System President Erskine Bowles.

02/16/2010 06:42 PM

Audit finds U.S. census preparations wasted millions

The Census Bureau wasted millions of dollars in preparation for its 2010 population count, including thousands of temporary employees who picked up $300 checks without performing work and others who overbilled for travel costs.

02/16/2010 10:54 AM

Wake Commissioners split on elective abortion coverage

Wake County commissioners voted against ratifying the county manager's decision to remove elective abortions from the county's health care plan Monday. Despite the vote, the board’s chairman, the county manager and the county attorney say the change is a done deal.

Updated 02/15/2010 09:48 PM

Mayor Meeker delivers State of the City address

Raleigh Mayor Charles Meeker delivered the annual State of the City address on Monday, recounting the city's achievements and challenges.

Updated 02/15/2010 07:39 PM

U.S. debt will keep growing even with recovery

It's bad enough that Greece's debt problems have rattled global financial markets. In the world's largest economic and military power, there's a far more serious debt dilemma.

02/14/2010 05:12 PM

Wake County ends coverage for elective abortions

Wake County dropped coverage for elective abortions from its employee health plan last week. County officials say a 29-year-old State Supreme Court ruling makes it illegal to use taxpayer money to pay for the procedure.

Updated 02/14/2010 03:29 PM

Political Connections: 2010 Emerging Issues Forum

Political Connections this week comes from the 2010 Emerging Issues Forum held at the Raleigh Convention Center. News 14 Carolina's Tim Boyum spoke with former Gov. Jim Hunt, Minnesota Gov. Tim Pawlenty, Gov. Bev Perdue and many others.

Updated 02/14/2010 10:11 AM

Senate Dems ax bipartisan jobs bill

Senate Democrats scrapped a bipartisan jobs bill in favor of one they say is leaner and focused solely on putting Americans back to work, and they're all but daring Republicans to vote against it.

02/12/2010 08:25 AM

CIAA ticket gift has commissioner questioning ethics

A Mecklenburg County commissioner is calling a foul against his fellow lawmakers about free luxury box tickets to the upcoming CIAA tournament. He equates the gift to a bribe.

Updated 02/11/2010 09:17 PM

Field of contractors bidding to finish I-485 narrowed to 4

The North Carolina Department of Transportation has narrowed the list to teams competing for the contract to finish Interstate 485 to four. Work is expected to start this summer.

02/11/2010 04:03 PM

Questions remain after Greensboro annexation reversed

The city of Greensboro and homeowners living in a southeast neighborhood are trying to figure out their next step after a judge overturned the annexation of three neighborhoods. These neighborhoods have been a part of the city since June 2009.

Updated 02/11/2010 11:22 AM

Obama report: 95,000 jobs to come each month

The United States is likely to average 95,000 more jobs each month this year, while personal savings will remain high as credit remains tight, according to a White House report released Thursday.

02/11/2010 11:17 AM

New communications position to aid Charlotte mayor

Charlotte Mayor Anthony Foxx will soon have a new member on his team. Next Thursday, Foxx will bring in Erica Johnson from the Charlotte Chamber to work in a new communications position in the mayor’s office.

02/10/2010 09:50 PM

Wilmington leaders may recreate historical marketplace

Back in the 1800s, a downtown marketplace was a major focal point of the City of Wilmington. Now, city and civic leaders may bring it back to a spot on Market Street between Second and Front.

02/10/2010 08:32 PM

GOP wary of pitfalls in Obama's health care summit

Even as Republicans publicly welcome President Barack Obama's call for a bipartisan confab on health care, some privately worry that he might be laying a trap to portray their ideas as flimsy.

02/09/2010 08:22 AM

First lady: President Obama had 'phenomenal year'

First lady Michelle Obama says President Barack Obama "has done a phenomenal job," but that people have a right to criticize him.

02/09/2010 08:19 AM

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