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Top North Carolina LGBT Advocate Takes New Washington Job
A gay-rights advocate and former legislator who helped lead the fight against North Carolina's House Bill 2 is leaving Equality North Carolina and heading to Washington.
Assault On Officer, 3 Other Charges Against Greensboro Teen Dismissed
Charges against a Greensboro teenager involved in a controversial incident with police have been dismissed.
Morning News Briefs: Friday, May 12th, 2017
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Civil Rights Museum Asks State To Weigh In On Duke Energy Dispute
Duke Energy could cut power to the International Civil Rights Center & Museum in a dispute over an $18,000 credit deposit.
North Carolina NAACP Leader Of Protest Movement To Step Down
Rev. William Barber, who led the state NAACP in blocking North Carolina's attempts to limit voting rights and fiercely supported gay rights, says he's stepping down as state chapter president.
Morning News Briefs: Thursday, May 11th, 2017
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Expert: Special Prosecutor Would Come With Some Trade-Offs
North Carolina Sen. Richard Burr says he's troubled by the timing of this week's firing of FBI Director James Comey, but is resisting the call for an independent special prosecutor.
Gov. Cooper 'Shocked' Over Small Amount For Hurricane Matthew Aid
North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper is urging Congress and the Trump Administration to reconsider North Carolina's request for additional funding to help with Hurricane Matthew recovery efforts.
Lawmakers To Weigh In On 'Raise The Age' Measure
North Carolina lawmakers are considering a measure to end a practice that automatically prosecutes 16- and 17-year-olds for crimes as adults.