Winston-Salem Considers New Electronic Gaming Shops
The Winston-Salem City Council will address two rezoning proposals Monday for new electronic gaming shops, or sweepstakes business. But some residents are against the idea.
Politics & Government
Legal Questions Raised About U.S. Military Operation In Syria
Congress approved arming moderate rebels in Syria to battle Islamic State militants. Experts say that might violate international law banning the use of force against duly constituted governments.
More Outside Groups Financing North Carolina Judicial Races
North Carolina judicial races have historically attracted less attention – and money – than races for more partisan political offices.
Gabby Giffords' SuperPAC Fights For Her Old House Seat
Sympathy for former Rep. Gabrielle Giffords, who was shot in the head in 2011, helped get her successor elected. Now she lobbies for tighter gun laws, and a tough ad from her PAC has stirred anger.
How To Measure A Crowd, Without The Political Numbers
The Number of the Week is: 80,000. That's how many are protesting in Hong Kong, according to organizers. But data journalist Mona Chalabi says estimating crowd size isn't an exact science.
Republicans May Lose Grip On Florida Panhandle House Seat
One of the most competitive House races this year is in Florida's panhandle. Democrat Gwen Graham has made it a tight race in part by attacking Southerland as being out of step on women's issues.
As Populations Shift, Democrats Hope To Paint The Sun Belt Blue
Democrats see an opportunity in the South's changing demographics — particularly in states with growing Hispanic communities, lots of unregistered black voters and migration from other states.
NPR Poll: Senate Battleground Tilts Republican, But Still Anybody's Game
A new NPR poll concentrates on the Senate battleground — the 12 states that will determine control of the Senate next year. It found an electorate where nobody likes anybody.
Fueled By Outside Money, Alaska Candidates Struggle To Connect At Home
Millions of dollars worth of ads have been dumped into the state's small media market. But out in the state, you find out those ads are getting on people's nerves.
The White House Could Be Made A Fortress, But Should It Be?
It turns out the Secret Service isn't too good at protecting the White House. Maybe one reason is that we don't want it to be.