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North Carolina lawmakers have started debating a package of abortion restrictions that would tighten the state’s ban on the procedure from after 20 weeks to 12 weeks.

North Carolina lawmakers have started debating a package of abortion restrictions that would tighten the state’s ban on the procedure from after 20 weeks to 12 weeks

Lawmakers began voting Wednesday on a Republican package of abortion restrictions that would tighten North Carolina's ban on the procedure from after 20 weeks to 12 weeks while creating new exceptions but also more requirements for pregnant women and physicians.

Bishop, whose 8th District includes Davidson and Montgomery counties, is a member of the ultra-conservative House Freedom Caucus.

In a decision that could have significant repercussions for the balance of power in the closely divided U.S. House, North Carolina’s highest court on Friday reversed an earlier ruling that declared partisan gerrymandering illegal.

The North Carolina Supreme Court ruled Friday that state lawmakers can do as they please with the state’s congressional maps, with little oversight from the courts.

WASHINGTON — In a decision that could have significant repercussions for the balance of power in the closely divided U.S. House, North Carolina’s highest court on Friday reversed an earlier

We explore how the North Carolina governor’s race is shaping up for 2024, including a preview of the players and the stakes.

The new Mecklenburg Democratic chair says statewide success hinges on a strategy that’s already drawn the attention of two of NC’s congressional representatives.

In a case that could have significant political repercussions, North Carolina's top court reverses its ruling on partisan gerrymandering.