Morning News Briefs: Wednesday, November 9, 2016
GOP Sweeps North Carolina, But Governor Too Close To Call
North Carolina voters have given Republicans a ringing endorsement, with one lone exception: Gov.
Local News
Cooper, McCrory Race Remains Locked In Undecided Battle
The governor's race between Republican Pat McCrory and Democrat Roy Cooper is not over yet.
Burr Wins U.S. Senate Race Over Democrat Deborah Ross
Incumbent U.S. Sen. Richard Burr has held off a challenge from Democrat Deborah Ross to retain his seat.
Durham County Precinct Problems; Voting Hours May Be Extended
Across North Carolina there have been very few problems at the polls. The one exception to that rule is Durham County.
NPR Live Election Blog
Today, as results come in across the country, NPR reporters will be updating this breaking news blog in real time. The NPR Politics team, along with Member station reporters, will be providing live updates in the form of photo, video, commentary and analysis for both national and local contested races.
Winston-Salem Approves $11.1 Million Union Station Renovation
Winston-Salem leaders are moving forward with plans to renovate the historic Union Station building. The City Council approved a construction contract at Monday night's meeting.
Election Results 2016
Check here for North Carolina's unofficial election results.
Morning News Briefs: Tuesday, November 8, 2016
NC Governor, Under National Lens, Fights For Re-Election
North Carolina is deciding whether to turn Gov.
Judge Will Consider New Motion In Kalvin Michael Smith Case
Lawyers for a Winston-Salem man convicted of a brutal assault nearly 20 years ago have filed a new motion in the case.
Federal Judge To Wait, Watch For Signs Of NC Voter Suppression
A federal judge said Monday that she sees insufficient evidence that North Carolina Republicans and presidential candidate Donald Trump want supporters to intimidate minorities on Election Day, but