State's sex-ed debate reignited
North Carolina's debate over abstinence-based sex education in public schools smolders on like an underground fire -- ready to flame when events bring it to the surface.
Tar Heels at the convention
"It's not like, 'Oh gosh, my guy didn't make it so I'll back McCain. I'm proud to back John McCain. I'm not sure anyone's conservative enough for some of the party."
Bush lauds McCain for 'courage and vision'
The Republican convention, blown off course temporarily by Hurricane Gustav, roars back with a program showcasing John McCain as a man of independence and integrity and running mate Sarah Palin as a courageous reformer and victim of media hysteria.
Raleigh gives developer a four-month extension
The City Council voted again Tuesday not to terminate a contract with a developer who failed to meet a city-imposed deadline for a key downtown project.
Computer bug bit McCrory campaign report
Under the Dome:A state elections official says it was a Board of Elections computer glitch that led to incomplete information on Pat McCrory's campaign finance reports.
Bush deserves his farewell, N.C. says
Even the Republican faithful realized that President Bush wasn't going to do John McCain many favors Tuesday night. After being bumped on the convention's opening night because of Hurricane Gustav -- a move some Republican operatives quietly applauded -- Bush resurfaced Tuesday to give a speech by satellite.
Obama lies low as storms strike GOP
Barack Obama's presidential campaign can hardly believe its luck this week.
As storm hits, GOP gathering is muted
Republicans, determined to propel John McCain to the White House, open their storm-shortened national convention with an appeal to help victims of Hurricane Gustav.
Burr works hard -- in background
U.S. Sen. Richard Burr had his big moment in the Republican convention spotlight just as the nation's attention turned to the events on the Gulf Coast.
Investigators say Cherry should lose funds
The state's troubled mental hospital in Goldsboro is not safe for patients and should lose its federal funding, regulators have recommended to the federal government.
NCSU has low turnout for Obama rally
It's not easy getting college students out of bed on a holiday for a political rally -- but a celebrity, food and music helps.
GOP delegates tracking a new hurricane
Under the Dome:The Republican National Convention, already battered by Hurricane Gustav, now could get clipped by Hurricane Hanna. Delegates from East Coast states are following news about the latest hurricane to determine whether they need to skip out early.
