North Carolina man owes nearly $1M after business fails — Dave Ramsey’s advice cuts straight to his top priority

A $1 million mountain of debt is a tall order to conquer, but John from North Carolina called in to The Ramsey Show with that major challenge. His business failed and he owes money to just about everyone. Dave Ramsey’s advice? “Screw ’em.” (1) "I...

Governor Stein announces $6.5B medical debt relief for 2.5M North Carolinians

On Monday, Governor Josh Stein made an announcement that changes the financial landscape for many North Carolinians struggling to pay off their medical bills. "Over the past year, more than 2.5 million North Carolinians have seen their medical...

US mayors dance their hearts out to Bollywood songs at Diwali event in North Carolina. Watch

Few sights capture the essence of harmony better than communities coming together through music and dance. This spirit was vividly seen at the Diwali celebration in North Carolina, where Cary Mayor Harold Weinbrecht and Morrisville Mayor TJ Cawley...

Heat is on Bill Belichick, North Carolina in visit to Cal

Original article can be found here. Bill Belichick, seemingly catching heat from all directions, hopes to cool the temperature of his seat when he leads North Carolina into a game against Cal on Friday in Berkeley, Calif. The legendary NFL coach’s...

Governor Offers Reward for Information on CatawbaCounty Murder

On October 13, 2025 Governor Josh Stein announced that the state of North Carolina is offering a reward of up to $25,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for the murder of Isis Denise “Dee...

3 Booming North Carolina Cities That Boast Interesting Meetings Offsite Options

North Carolina is a rising U.S. economic powerhouse, with major manufacturing and technology companies bringing scores of new residents to rapidly developing communities, and with them, of course, the meetings and events that inevitably follow...

North Carolina relieves over $6.5 billion in medical debt for 2.5 million residents

North Carolina Governor Josh Stein announced that the state's Medical Debt Relief Program has relieved more than $6.5 billion dollars in medical debt for more than 2.5 million North Carolinians over the past year. Governor Stein made the...

LendingTree CEO Doug Lebda Dies at 55 in ATV Accident, Company Confirms

Doug Lebda, the founder and CEO of LendingTree, has died at the age of 55 following an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) accident over the weekend. The company confirmed his passing in a statement on Monday, saying the accident occurred at a family farm...

Packaging Corporation of America files WARN notices for plant closures

PCA will close two corrugated packaging plants by year-end following Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) notices filed this month, with shutdowns set for Allentown, Pennsylvania, on 1 December and Salisbury, North Carolina, on 19...

Several airports refuse to play Kristi Noem video blaming Democrats for government shutdown

(CNN) - A video of Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem blaming Democrats for the federal government shutdown is ready to roll out at Transportation Security Administration checkpoints. Several major United States airports are refusing to...

Washington collision industry asks for stronger steering regulations in rule change

The Washington Office of the Insurance Commissioner (OIC) released its second pre-publication draft for rule changes in claims handling, and collision professionals have voiced concerns that some of the language could promote steering. Justin...

U.S. works to secure rare earth supply chain as China tightens grip amid trade war

China provides the majority of rare earth elements, which are critical to U.S. economic competitiveness and defense. A factory in North Carolina is part of an effort to process rare earths at home. Sponsor Message

North Carolina relieves $6.5B in medical debt for more than 2M residents

North Carolina's Medical Debt Relief Program has erased $6.5 billion in debt for 2.5 million residents, surpassing expectations since its launch in 2024. RALEIGH, N.C. — More than 2.5 million North Carolinians have had over $6.5 billion in medical...

New tech, health and life sciences companies join RAMP fall cohort

Two companies focused on post-natal feeding, a 3D bicycle printer, a would-be scholastic testing disrupter and a company looking to grow live music are all part of RAMP’s fall cohort. RAMP, short for Regional Accelerator and Mentoring Program,...

North Carolina Republicans Join Trump's Nationwide Push To Secure More GOP Seats

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — North Carolina Republican legislative leaders announced plans Monday to vote next week on redrawing the state’s U.S. House district map, taking up President Donald Trump’s call to secure more GOP seats nationwide and resist...

Gerrymander-ama 2026: North Carolina GOP To Redraw Congressional District After Trump's Request

North Carolina gerrymander Photo : iStock North Carolina Republicans announced plans this week to redraw the state's congressional map ahead of the 2026 midterm elections, a move directly aligned with President Donald Trump’s national push to...

North Carolina Democrats react with anger to Republican redistricting efforts

RALEIGH, N.C. (WITN/AP) - State Democratic leaders have responded to GOP efforts to redraw congressional maps in hopes of helping Republicans win more seats. Republican lawmakers said Monday they plan to vote next week on a new U.S. House map for...

North Carolina lawmakers will attempt to redraw congressional districts

Republican North Carolina lawmakers plan to redraw the state’s congressional map — a move that seeks to protect or expand the GOP’s control of the U.S. House of Representatives, state lawmakers said Monday. North Carolina is represented by 14...

North Carolina GOP Plans to Rig US House Map for Trump

"The General Assembly works for North Carolina, not Donald Trump." That's how the state's Democratic governor, Josh Stein, responded on Monday after Republican legislative leaders announced plans to vote on redrawing congressional districts for...

North Carolina erases $6.5 billion in medical debt for 2.5 million residents

Governor Josh Stein and North Carolina Health and Human Services Secretary Dr. Dev Sangvai made the anoucmeent Monday. NORTH CAROLINA, USA — Governor Josh Stein and North Carolina Health and Human Services Secretary Dr. Dev Sangvai announced...