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WUNC News @wunc.org · 2h

There's still time to apply for WUNC's Spring 2026 internships! The deadline for applications is this Thursday, Oct. 16.

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U.S. measles cases continue to climb, with outbreaks across the country

WUNC News @wunc.org · 5h

The U.S. has now confirmed 1,563 measles cases this year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention — the highest annual number in more than three decades.

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In South Carolina, more than 150 unvaccinated schoolkids are under quarantine after being exposed to measles. Across the U.S., total case counts could be even higher than the official number.

Storm brings heavy rains, high tides and flooding to the Carolinas

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WUNC News @wunc.org · 8h

AP reports: In North Carolina’s Outer Banks, ocean overwash spread across Highway 12 at a motel near Buxton, the Dare County Sheriff’s Office posted online Sunday.

Officials urged travelers to be cautious and put property owners on alert as high tide approached.

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In North Carolina’s Outer Banks, ocean overwash spread across Highway 12 at a motel near Buxton, the Dare County Sheriff’s Office posted online Sunday. Officials urged travelers to be cautious and put...

Q&A: NC House Freedom Caucus chairman on gun bill, shrimping ban

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WUNC News @wunc.org · 3d

The 33-member Freedom Caucus in the state House notched some major policy victories this year, defeating a proposal from Senate leaders to ban shrimp trawling while getting a gun-rights bill to the governor’s desk.

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The 33-member Freedom Caucus in the state House notched some major policy victories this year, defeating a proposal from Senate leaders to ban shrimp trawling while getting a gun-rights bill to the go...

High tides raise flood risk in Carolinas as tropical storms churn in Atlantic and Pacific

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WUNC News @wunc.org · 3d

AP reports: A storm without a name and unusual king tides were causing some flooding on the Carolina coast as tropical storms churned in the Atlantic and along Mexico’s Pacific coast on Friday morning.

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A storm without a name and unusual king tides were causing some flooding on the Carolina coast as tropical storms churned in the Atlantic and along Mexico’s Pacific coast. About a dozen streets were a...

Energy policy experts debate North Carolina’s data center question, plus a big win for wind

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WUNC News @wunc.org · 3d

WFAE reports: Duke Energy has released its projections for future energy demands. But energy policy experts disagree on what those projections mean for North Carolina’s grid infrastructure.

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Duke Energy has released its projections for future energy demands. But energy policy experts disagree on what those projections mean for North Carolina’s grid infrastructure.

How to sign up for Medicare for the first time

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WUNC News @wunc.org · 3d

NC Health News reports on how to sign up for Medicare for the first time.

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The process can be confusing for those who are about to turn 65, or already have. Here’s a general guide from NC Health News.

Madison McFerrin enters Scorpio season

WUNC News @wunc.org · 3d

Singer-songwriter Madison McFerrin chats with WUNC music reporter Brian Burns ahead of her show at Missy Lane's Assembly Room on Friday.

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Singer-songwriter Madison McFerrin chats with WUNC music reporter Brian Burns ahead of her show at Missy Lane's Assembly Room on Friday.

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WUNC News @wunc.org · 4d

WUNC is currently hiring a reporter for the NC Newsroom. Interested in applying? Learn more at the link below!

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As the federal shutdown drags on, here's how furloughed workers in NC can access unemployment benefits

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WUNC News @wunc.org · 4d

Federal employees impacted by the government shutdown can apply for unemployment benefits from the state while they are furloughed. However, if they receive backpay from their employer, the benefits must be paid back to the state.

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Federal employees impacted by the government shutdown can apply for unemployment benefits from the state while they are furloughed. However, if they receive backpay from their employer, the benefits m...

Lumbee leader to join North Carolina statehouse as tribe's federal recognition push gains attention

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WUNC News @wunc.org · 4d

AP reports: The leader of the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina is set to join the state legislature. Robeson County Republican Party committee members unanimously recommended John Lowery on Tuesday to fill a state House seat most recently held by his brother.

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The leader of the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina is set to join the state legislature. Robeson County Republican Party committee members unanimously recommended John Lowery on Tuesday to fill a state ...

Rep. Cecil Brockman charged with indecent liberties with a child, statutory rape

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WUNC News @wunc.org · 4d

Brockman, a Democrat, represents a Guilford County district that includes High Point.

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Brockman, a Democrat, represents a Guilford County district that includes High Point.

As scrutiny increases, NC public universities vary on question of whether faculty control course materials

WUNC News @wunc.org · 4d

Right-wing groups are increasingly requesting copies of syllabi and course materials to assess what's being taught in college classrooms. Universities like UNC-Chapel Hill and UNC Greensboro are having to decide what to turn over, and what faculty can still control.

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Right-wing groups are increasingly requesting copies of syllabi and course materials to assess what's being taught in college classrooms. That means universities like UNC-Chapel Hill and UNC Greensbor...

NC State Health Plan's new deal with CVS Caremark lets it negotiate for GLP-1s for state employees

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WUNC News @wunc.org · 4d

North Carolina's State Health Plan stopped providing coverage for GLP-1s for weight loss last year. A new agreement with CVS Caremark lets the plan negotiate directly with manufacturers for the medications.

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North Carolina's State Health Plan stopped providing coverage for GLP-1s for weight loss last year. A new agreement with CVS Caremark lets the plan negotiate directly with manufacturers for the medica...

Sven Wunder takes us across the ocean on "Daybreak"

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WUNC News @wunc.org · 5d

WUNC music reporter Brian Burns chats with Swedish composer and producer Sven Wunder ahead of his show with rapper Freddie Gibbs at The Ritz in Raleigh on Friday, October 10.

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WUNC music reporter Brian Burns chats with Swedish composer and producer Sven Wunder ahead of his show at The Ritz in Raleigh on Friday, October 10.

An EPA emissions rollback proposal is key to Duke Energy's plan to delay coal plant retirements

WUNC News @wunc.org · 5d

Duke Energy's most recent carbon reductions and resource plan proposal suggests delaying retirements of three NC plants that can burn coal.

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Duke Energy's most recent carbon reductions and resource plan proposal suggests delaying retirements of three NC plants that can burn coal.

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WUNC News @wunc.org · 5d

Want hands-on experience working for public radio? WUNC is hiring interns to work on our news and digital teams, as well as for Due South and the Embodied podcast!

Head to the link for more info on our spring 2026 internships. The deadline to apply is Oct. 16.

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Mayor Williams, three incumbents advance out of Durham primary election

WUNC News @wunc.org · 5d

Durham Mayor Leo Williams and incumbent city council members DeDreana Freeman, Mark-Anthony Middleton, and Chelsea Cook all advanced out of the city's primary election.

They will now advance to the general election next month.

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Mayor Leo Williams will face Anjanee Bell in the general election for mayor. For council, Matt Kopac will face DeDreana Freeman, Shanetta Burris will face Mark-Anthony Middleton, and Chelsea Cook will...

Trump raised $8 million for Helene survivors. Where did it all go?

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WUNC News @wunc.org · 5d

From Blue Ridge Public Radio: The campaign bad-mouthed FEMA while using crowdfunding to donate to evangelical nonprofits.

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The campaign bad-mouthed FEMA while using crowdfunding to donate to evangelical nonprofits.

Mayor Williams, three incumbents advance out of Durham primary election

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WUNC News @wunc.org · 5d

Durham Mayor Leo Williams and incumbent city council members DeDreana Freeman, Mark-Anthony Middleton, and Chelsea Cook all advanced out of the city's primary election.

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Mayor Leo Williams will face Anjanee Bell in the general election for mayor. For council, Matt Kopac will face DeDreana Freeman, Shanetta Burris will face Mark-Anthony Middleton, and Chelsea Cook will...

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WUNC News @wunc.org · 6d

WUNC is currently hiring a reporter for the NC Newsroom. Interested in applying? Learn more at the link below!

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State treasurer says new pension approach will benefit retirees

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WUNC News @wunc.org · 6d

Starting in January, pension investments will be controlled by a newly appointed committee of experts known as the N.C. Investment Authority.

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Starting in January, pension investments will be controlled by a newly appointed committee of experts known as the N.C. Investment Authority.

NC farmers, local markets caught in SNAP policy crosshairs

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WUNC News @wunc.org · 6d

NC Health News reports: More than 1.4 million NC residents rely on food assistance monthly, state leaders and market advocates warn of rising pressure if federal cuts take hold.

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More than 1.4 million NC residents rely on food assistance monthly, state leaders and market advocates warn of rising pressure if federal cuts take hold.

It's primary day in Durham, here are all the names on the ballot

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WUNC News @wunc.org · 6d

It's primary day in Durham. Learn about who is running for Durham Mayor and city council.

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Learn about who is running for Durham Mayor and city council.