Legislative Leaders Back Volunteer School Officer Program
North Carolina's top legislative leaders believe communities should consider a 2013 state law allowing retired police officers to provide additional armed protection at schools.
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North Carolinians React To Dick's Sporting Goods Assault-Style Rifle Ban
A leading sporting goods chain announced Wednesday that it will end sales of all assault-style rifles effective immediately.
Morning News Briefs: Thursday, March 1st, 2018
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A Look Back At Pioneering Sports Writer Mary Garber
This month WFDD will be taking a look at the stories of pioneering leaders in our series, "Her Voice: Revolutionary North Carolina Women."
Competition Grows In North Carolina Legislative, Congressional Races
When the filing deadline to run for North Carolina's congressional and legislative seats arrived Wednesday, Democrats made good on their plans to compete in every corner of the state.
State Department Of Justice Finds 15,000 Untested Rape Kits In North Carolina
A report released Wednesday by the North Carolina Department of Justice found there were more than 15,000 untested rape kits at the end of 2017.
Governor's Cabinet Gets Double-Digit Raises
Gov. Roy Cooper's Cabinet members have received additional raises since getting appointed last year above and beyond the $1,000 increases lawmakers approved for state employees last summer.
Morning News Briefs: Wednesday, February 28th, 2018
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Mount Airy Old-Time Retreat Brings Female Musicians To The Forefront
A new event is kicking off this week that will focus on women and old-time music.
Case Of Arrested Protesters At Legislature Will Go To Trial
A judge says the case of two people arrested at the North Carolina Legislative Building during a protest will continue.