Winston-Salem police and firefighters could soon see pay increases
Winston-Salem police and firefighters would receive a raise under the proposed budget for the new fiscal year.
Politics & Government
In a new U.S. poll, a majority identify as 'pro-choice' for the first time in decades
The Gallup poll, conducted after the leak of a draft Supreme Court opinion that would overturn Roe v. Wade, says that 55 percent of Americans now identify as pro-choice, up from 49 percent last year.
Chicago archbishop adds his voice to the calls for gun safety legislation
While some cardinals have sidestepped political discussions, Cupich spoke out against gun violence on Twitter hours after the shooting at Robb Elementary School.
In an address to the nation, Biden renews his calls for gun control
President Biden called on Congress to ban assault weapons or to raise the age to be able to buy one from 18 to 21 and other measures to curb gun violence. What's the reaction from Uvalde, Texas?
News brief: Biden's gun speech, Uvalde shooting probe, May unemployment
An emotional President Biden pleads with Congress on gun control. Some in Uvalde, Texas, support limits on the most lethal firearms. May's jobs report is likely to show a moderate slowdown in hiring.
President Biden calls for assault weapons ban and other measures to curb gun violence
The address follows recent mass shootings in New York, Texas, and Oklahoma. Biden said the measures aren't about taking away rights, but about protecting Americans.
President Biden criticizes Republicans on gun votes in address to the nation
President Biden made a national address Thursday night about the recent mass shootings and is calling on Congress to act on gun violence prevention.
Jan. 6 panel promises 'previously unseen material' in prime-time hearing on June 9
The panel is expected to hold about a half dozen public hearings in June and release a report on its findings in September.
Why several Republican candidates for Michigan governor were blocked from the ballot
State officials blocked five GOP candidates from the ballot after signatures they submitted included alleged forgeries. The Republicans said they were unaware of problems with the signatures.