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“You can’t beat yourself, especially against a good team.”

The Capitals capitalized on the Hurricanes’ mistakes in Washington’s 4-1 win.
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November 12, 2025 at 4:07 AM
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“I think he’s starting to feel at home now.”

Nikolaj Ehlers needed some time to adjust to his new surroundings, but the Hurricanes’ key offseason addition is starting to show why the team so desperately wanted him.
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Ehlers adjusting to ‘completely new’ Hurricanes
RALEIGH — If an eight-time 20-goal scorer with a big contract is going to start his time with a new team with an 11-game goal drought, he might as well do it when there are other things to distract…
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November 11, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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Mark Meadows, the former North Carolina congressman and White House chief of staff, was among those who received a federal pardon from President Donald Trump. #ncpol
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November 10, 2025 at 6:28 PM
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The government shutdown could be nearing an end.
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November 10, 2025 at 2:32 PM
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Gov. Josh Stein issued a proclamation Thursday calling for the General Assembly to hold a special extra session specifically to deal with Medicaid rebase funding. #ncpol
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Stein calls for special extra session over Medicaid rebase funding
RALEIGH — North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein issued a proclamation Thursday calling for the General Assembly to hold a special extra session specifically to deal with Medicaid rebase funding. Stein’s…
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November 7, 2025 at 10:21 PM
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Officials updated a state House committee on operations at the NCDMV. #ncpol
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Legislative committee updated on NCDMV progress
RALEIGH — The N.C. House Select Committee on Government Efficiency heard updates from various state officials related to improving operations of the North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles during a…
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November 7, 2025 at 8:30 PM
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Lawmakers have asked two Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools to testify before a state House committee. #nced
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Lawmakers request hearing with Chapel Hill-Carrboro school leaders
RALEIGH — Lawmakers on the North Carolina House Oversight Committee sent a letter to Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools Board of Education Chair George Griffin and Superintendent Rodney Trice…
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November 7, 2025 at 1:00 PM
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The Hurricanes picked up a 4-3 win over the Wild, but it didn't come without another injury to their defense.
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November 7, 2025 at 4:20 AM
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The State Board of Education unanimously approved an internal controls review contract involving Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools. #nced
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Internal control review contract for WS/FCS approved
RALEIGH — The North Carolina State Board of Education unanimously approved an internal controls review contract involving Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools during a special called meeting last…
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November 6, 2025 at 8:30 PM
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A legal challenge has been filed against North Carolina’s new congressional maps. #ncpol
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Legal challenge filed over new election maps
RALEIGH — A legal challenge has been filed against North Carolina’s new congressional maps contained in Senate Bill 249, which was passed by the legislature Oct. 22. The new maps create the…
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November 6, 2025 at 1:01 PM
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The Word: Being a comfort to others
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The Word: Being a comfort to others
After Queen Victoria’s death, a touching story was told. She visited wounded soldiers from South Africa and was moved by the suffering of one man. “Is there nothing I can do for you?” she asked.…
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November 2, 2025 at 10:00 PM
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A new report by the James G. Martin Center for Academic Renewal says most states do not mandate a civics education graduation requirement for college undergraduates.
Report: Majority of states do not require civics education
RALEIGH — A new report by the James G. Martin Center for Academic Renewal says most states do not mandate a civics education graduation requirement for college undergraduates. “Civics education needs…
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November 2, 2025 at 5:01 PM
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America 250 has launched “America’s Field Trip,” a nationwide contest inviting students in grades 3-12 to participate in commemorating the nation’s 250th anniversary.
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‘America’s Field Trip’ offers students chance to explore nation’s history
RALEIGH — America250 has launched “America’s Field Trip,” a nationwide contest inviting students in grades 3-12 to participate in commemorating the nation’s 250th anniversary. Students who apply are…
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November 1, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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SNAP benefits won’t be distributed starting in November as the government shutdown continues.
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Trump administration says no federal food aid will go out Nov. 1
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has posted a notice on its website saying federal food aid will not go out Nov. 1, raising the stakes for families nationwide as the government shutdown drags on.…
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October 31, 2025 at 7:30 PM
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Decarlos Brown, who is accused of murdering Iryna Zarutska on a Charlotte commuter train, now faces a federal indictment.
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Federal indictment filed in Zarutska murder
RALEIGH — A formal federal indictment was filed last week in the Charlotte murder case of Iryna Zarutska. Russ Ferguson, U.S. Attorney for the Western District of North Carolina, filed paperwork…
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October 31, 2025 at 12:02 PM
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The Hurricanes blitzed the Islanders early and rolled to a 6-2 win but lost Seth Jarvis to injury.
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October 31, 2025 at 4:10 AM
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A select House committee to determine what, if any, actions can be taken regarding the arrest this month of Guilford County Rep. Cecil Brockman may be announced soon. #ncpol
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Brockman, arrested on sex charges, could face House action soon
RALEIGH — A select House committee to determine what, if any, actions can be taken regarding the arrest this month of Rep. Cecil Brockman (D-Guilford) may be announced soon. Brockman has been charged…
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October 30, 2025 at 7:30 PM
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The North Carolina Community Colleges System announced it has started its search for a new president. #nced
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Community college system begins search for new president
RALEIGH — The N.C. Community Colleges System announced it has started its search for a new president to replace current President Jeff Cox, who this past August announced his intention to retire in…
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October 30, 2025 at 12:03 PM
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“There’s no moral victories in hockey, but I wish there was.”

The injury-riddled Hurricanes gave up three goals in the final five minutes to drop a 6-3 decision to the visiting Golden Knights.
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October 29, 2025 at 2:40 AM
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“There’s 31 teams that aren’t feeling sorry for us in our situation.”

The Hurricanes have the injury bug early in the NHL season, but Carolina is still off to a 6-2-0 start.
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October 28, 2025 at 6:33 PM
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The Word: Helping by prayer
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The Word: Helping by prayer
We are taught to pray for others. This is one of life’s highest and plainest duties. Paul exhorts that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for all men. James reminds us…
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October 26, 2025 at 9:00 PM
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Former U.S. Rep. George Santos, recently released from prison after President Donald Trump granted him clemency, says he’s humbled by his experience behind bars.
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Santos humbled after Trump pardon
NEW YORK — Freed from the prison where he had been serving time for ripping off his campaign donors, former U.S. Rep. George Santos says he’s humbled by his experience behind bars but unconcerned…
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October 26, 2025 at 4:02 PM
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"I want to apologize to my constituents, my colleagues, and my family for letting them down."
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October 26, 2025 at 1:58 AM
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Following a U.S. Court of Appeals for the 4th Circuit ruling, the North Carolina State Health Plan will reinstate exclusion of coverage of “transition-related treatments.”
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State Health Plan reinstates transition treatments exclusion following court order
RALEIGH — Following a U.S. Court of Appeals for the 4th Circuit ruling, the North Carolina State Health Plan will reinstate exclusion of coverage of “transition-related treatments.” The appeals…
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October 24, 2025 at 7:30 PM
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Frustration between House and Senate Republicans in the General Assembly spilled into public view Thursday. #ncpol
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Governor signs latest minibudget; chambers argue over unfinished business
RALEIGH — The North Carolina General Assembly concluded its October session without passing a full budget, but it did send another minibudget to Gov. Josh Stein, who signed the measure Thursday.…
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October 24, 2025 at 11:01 AM