Virginia Foxx faced the same challenger in 2024 and won handily. But 2026 was a year of change across Western North Carolina.

Massive wins across North Carolina for Democrats and losses for Republicans in 2026 election have multiple causes, complex ...

The Environmental Protection Agency may soon rescind its limits for GenX, the “forever chemical” that has polluted drinking water in Southeastern North Carolina for years. The deregulatory move would ...

Not only did gerrymander not rip away Don Davis' congressional seat, but NC Republicans assumed to be safe ended up losing.

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Democrats pick up seats, with North Carolina appearing headed for a divided legislature after more than a decade of ...

President Trump's preferred candidate Michael Whatley faired poorly against former Gov. Roy Cooper on good night for Democrats.

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Massive wins across North Carolina for Democrats and losses for Republicans in 2026 election have multiple causes, complex implications.

Not only did gerrymander not rip away Don Davis’ congressional seat, but NC Republicans assumed to be safe ended up losing.

Ager parlayed farming legacy to victory in rural mountain counties. Anger over GOP response to Helene also a key factor.