Washington, D.C. — The Social Security Administration (SSA) has officially appointed Stephen Evangelista as Deputy Commissioner for the Office of Operations, the agency announced today. In his new role, Evangelista will oversee one of the largest operational components in the federal government—managing a nationwide network of more than 1,200 field offices and 23 teleservice centers…… read more »
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Stephen Evangelista Appointed Deputy Commissioner for Operations at the Social Security Administration
Labor Commissioner Luke Farley Denounces Court Ruling in Stein v. Hall, Warns of “Dangerous Precedent”
Raleigh, NC — On Thursday, North Carolina Labor Commissioner Luke Farley issued a strong rebuke of a recent court ruling in Stein v. Hall, Berger, & Boliek, calling the decision an “abysmal” interpretation of constitutional law that threatens the independence of the state’s elected executive officers. In a statement released Wednesday, Farley criticized the ruling…… read more »
Social Security Administration Reinstates National Social Security Month, Emphasizing Customer Service and Efficiency
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Social Security Administration (SSA) has officially reinstated National Social Security Month, a public awareness campaign aimed at helping Americans access their benefits. After a five-year hiatus, the observance will once again take place every April, with this year’s outreach efforts extended through August 14 to coincide with the 90th anniversary of…… read more »
North Carolina Kicks Off National Work Zone Awareness Week, Urges Drivers to ‘Respect the Zone’
RALEIGH, NC — State and federal transportation leaders gathered at the North Carolina State Fairgrounds on Tuesday to mark the beginning of National Work Zone Awareness Week, urging motorists to slow down and stay alert to help protect road workers and fellow drivers. For the first time, the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) was…… read more »
Congressman Don Davis Introduces Bill to Ensure U.S. Coast Guard Veterans Receive Earned Benefits
WASHINGTON, D.C. — April 23, 2025, U.S. Representatives Don Davis (D-NC) and Don Bacon (R-NE) have introduced bipartisan legislation aimed at correcting a long-standing oversight in federal tax law that excludes U.S. Coast Guard combat-injured veterans from receiving full disability severance pay benefits. The new bill, H.R. 2973, the Coast Guard Combat-Injured Tax Fairness Act,…… read more »
BREAKING NEWS: Morning Crash Causes Traffic Backup on Hwy 70 in Goldsboro
Goldsboro, NC (April 22, 2025) — A car accident on Highway 70 East caused delays this morning near Musgrave Equipment Company, located at 3866 US Hwy 70 W. The incident occurred around 8:00 a.m., according to initial reports. Authorities responded quickly to the scene after a silver Volvo was reportedly found stationary in the roadway,…… read more »
North Carolina House Passes Bill to Remove Sexually Explicit Materials from Public School Libraries
RALEIGH, NC —The North Carolina House of Representatives today approved House Bill 636, a measure designed to establish clear statewide standards for identifying and removing sexually explicit and pervasively vulgar materials from public school libraries. Supporters of the bill say it addresses growing concerns from parents and community members over the presence of pornographic and…… read more »
Law Enforcement Begins Labor Day “Booze It & Lose It” Campaign
RALEIGH – State and local law enforcement officers will be out in force over the next two weeks as part of the “Labor Day Booze It & Lose It” campaign, officials announced at a campaign launch on Monday in Davidson County.… read more »
“Operation Firecracker” Reminders Motorists Not to Drink and Drive
RALEIGH – The North Carolina Governor’s Highway Safety Program is reminding drivers and boaters not to drink and drive this Fourth of July.
That was the message from traffic safety officials and law enforcement officers at Wednesday’s launch in Raleigh of anti-drunk driving campaigns aimed at automobile drivers and boaters.
Officials were at the Falls Lake Upper Barton Creek Boating Access Area in Raleigh for Wednesday morning’s launch of the “Operation Firecracker Booze It & Lose It” and “Operation Dry Water” campaigns.… read more »
North Carolina News – June 29, 2022
Appeals court throws out NC insurance magnate’s convictionsAP-US-Big-Donor-North-Carolina Jun 29, 2022 3:30 PMRALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — A federal appeals court has thrown out the 2020 conspiracy and bribery convictions of a former major political donor in North Carolina and his associate. A three-judge panel of the 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals vacated the convictions…… read more »
