Obama's Reaction To Ferguson Raises Questions About President's Role
As the situation quiets down in Ferguson, Mo., some political observers are asking why it took President Obama so long to publicly weigh in on events there.
Politics & Government
Former Judge: New Law Bad For North Carolina
A former state supreme court justice is speaking out against a recently passed law that will make it harder to challenge new legislation.
For Obama, August Is The Cruelest Month
It's been another rough August for President Obama. He's wrapping up a summer vacation marred by events in Ferguson, Mo., and the murder of an American journalist in the Middle East.
Uber Greases The Wheel With Obama's Old Campaign Manager
Uber is hiring David Plouffe, the mastermind of Obama's 2008 campaign, to power its own political strategy. What can a tech-savvy political animal offer a ride-sharing service?
Senate Control May Swing On North Carolina's Unpopularity Contest
Democratic incumbent Kay Hagan wants voters to punish her GOP challenger Thom Tillis, the speaker of the state House, for unpopular laws. Tillis wants to aim anger toward the president at Hagan.
McDonnell Takes The Stand, Founding Defense On Marital Dysfunction
In the corruption trial of Virginia Gov. Bob McDonnell and his wife, McDonnell took the stand as a witness. Jeff E. Schapiro, politics columnist for the Richmond Times-Dispatch, discusses the testimony with Robert Siegel.
New Polls Show Hagan's Lead Diminishing
Two new polls find that U.S. Sen. Kay Hagan's early lead against challenger Thom Tillis, the speaker of the North Carolina House, may be closing. Republicans see the shift as good news.
High Point Wants Public's Help To Shape City's Future
The city of High Point is hosting a town-hall style discussion to hear public input about challenges facing the city and ideas on how to solve them.
NC House Votes Down Local Sales Tax, Job Catalyst Bill
The North Carolina House has voted down a controversial local sales tax and economic incentive bill promoted by both the governor and the speaker.
State Gun Law At Odds With Rowan County Rules
Rowan County Commissioners are meeting Monday to consider changes surrounding weapons on county property. The new state concealed carry permits conflict with the county's current rules.