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North Carolina lawmakers have enacted a law over the governor's veto that would diminish the powers afforded to his successor and other other Democratic statewide winners in the Nov. 5 elections.
Gov. Cooper announces $4M grant to expand apprenticeship program
Governor Roy Cooper announced a new apprenticeship program grant to help provide pathways to high-demand jobs in North Carolina.
Gov. Roy Cooper visits Winston-Salem to discuss medical debt
At the start of the month, Gov. Roy Cooper announced a plan to bring medical debt down in the state. He stopped in Winston-Salem on Monday to discuss the topic further with local advocacy groups and state agencies.
Governor Cooper announces effort to expand school breakfast programs
Governor Roy Cooper is directing federal funding toward expanding school breakfast programs.
Cooper announces $3 million in teacher licensure assistance; continues to lobby for public education investment
Governor Roy Cooper is directing $3 million toward helping to cover teacher licensure costs. This comes as the governor is urging lawmakers not to shortchange public education.
Biden plans a big push in the elusive state of North Carolina in 2024. Here's why
The Biden campaign plans to try to turn North Carolina blue in 2024. A Democratic candidate hasn't done that since 2008, but a win there would make it easier for Biden in the Electoral College.
Cooper announces $7.7 million for college-level mental health programs
Governor Roy Cooper has announced almost $8 million dollars in funding to support mental health programs in state colleges and universities.
Cooper touts grants benefitting child care workers
Governor Roy Cooper visited High Point on Thursday to draw attention to enhanced funding for child care facilities.
Cooper investing federal funding in programs for postsecondary students and new teachers
Governor Roy Cooper has announced he will direct $14.5 million in federal funding to benefit postsecondary students and new teachers.