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An increasing number of North Carolina businesses are shifting toward social impact and sustainable business practices. James Montague, president and CEO of F7 International Development, is a Raleigh-based Black real estate developer, recently honored for his commitment to improving the community and carving out a space for local mom-and-pop shops to thrive. Montague said F7 stands for "Faith in Action," because faith drives him to work with local suppliers and maintain a business in the area's historically marginalized neighborhoods. ...

Wisconsin's primary election is two weeks away, and a high-profile state Supreme Court race is on the ballot.

The Nevada Conservation League will be busy during this legislative session. The group said it plans to advance renewable energy and oppose ideas that would prolong the state's fossil-fuel dependency. The League noted the transportation sector is the largest source of greenhouse gas emissions in Nevada. ...

Wisconsin's primary election is two weeks away, and a high-profile state Supreme Court race is on the ballot. Several advocacy groups are behind a campaign to educate voters with the hopes of hearing from candidates at public forums. Political analysts say this race could alter the ideological balance of the court. ...

Secretary of State Shenna Bellows said a bill to require Maine voters to present photo identification in order to cast ballots is unnecessary and could reduce eligible voter turnout. Bellows testified Monday before the Committee for Veterans and Legal Affairs against Legislative Document 34, noting a new voter ID law would create logistical problems at the polls and place new financial burdens on the state. "Maine already requires proof of identity and residency at the time of voter registration," Bellows pointed out. " ...