(GDN) — North Carolina is preparing for its second winter storm in the past week. During a media briefing on Thursday, Gov. Roy Cooper urged citizens to prepare now. Cooper says this is the time to get your groceries, essential items, and prepare for power outages. The governor has issued a State of Emergency to…… read more »
Category Archives: State News
Gov. Cooper Urges Preparedness Ahead Of Incoming Winter Storm
North Carolina News – January 20
MARINES KILLED-VEHICLE CRASH 2 Marines dead, 17 hurt in truck rollover near Camp Lejeune CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. (AP) — Authorities say two U.S. Marines were killed and 17 others injured when the 7-ton truck they were riding in overturned near their North Carolina base. The State Highway Patrol said the truck was making a right…… read more »
Adult Correction Continues To Administer Booster Shots To All Offenders
The N.C. Division of Prisons is ensuring that all offenders who are eligible to receive a COVID-19 booster shot – and who have consented to be vaccinated – are inoculated as soon as possible over the next several days. Prisons medical officials, who consistently monitor the eligibility and administration of vaccinations to offenders, indicate that…… read more »
North Carolina News – January 17
DORM ROOF COLLAPSE Heavy snow causes partial roof collapse at Brevard College BREVARD, N.C. (AP) — Heavy snow during a winter storm Sunday caused part of a roof to collapse on a dorm at Brevard College. Authorities said all 50 students inside got out safely. Emergency crews responded to Jones Hall just after 3 p.m.…… read more »
Governor, State Officials Urge Caution During Winter Storm
As a powerful winter storm moves through the state today, Governor Roy Cooper and state officials urged people to stay home and stay safe, and to exercise caution if your power goes out. “For today, the best way to avoid a car accident or getting stranded is to stay put,” said Governor Cooper. “Fewer people…… read more »
NCDOT: Get Prepared Now For Winter Storm
As the N.C. Department of Transportation prepares for this weekend’s winter weather, North Carolinians are urged to get any food or other supplies they may need, because travel could be dangerous during the storm. “Our crews and contractors are doing all we can to get ready for this storm and we ask North Carolinians to…… read more »
North Carolina News – January 14
HEALTHCARE FRAUD-GUILTY PLEA NC woman pleads guilty to healthcare fraud conspiracy WILMINGTON, N.C. (AP) — A federal prosecutor says a North Carolina woman has pleaded guilty to conspiring with the owner of a pharmacy and others to bill fraudulent claims to Medicare, Medicaid, and private health insurers. Michael Easley, U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District…… read more »
North Carolina News – January 13
ELECTION 2022-NORTH CAROLINA-SENATE NC governor backs Beasley as Senate primary field clears RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Gov. Roy Cooper has given former North Carolina Chief Justice Cheri Beasley his endorsement for the U.S. Senate. His video message Wednesday attempts to secure a smoother path for Beasley to become the Democrats’ nominee to fill the seat…… read more »
NC State Fire Marshal Warns Of Space Heater Dangers
(NORTH CAROLINA NEWS NETWORK) — With temperatures dropping below freezing, many are relying on heating systems to raise the temperature, but some warming methods have had deadly results. Malfunctioning space heaters are the leading cause of home fires like the recent one that left 17 people dead in a New York City high-rise apartment. State…… read more »
North Carolina News – January 12
ELECTION 2022-NORTH CAROLINA-SENATE NC governor backs Beasley as Senate primary field clears RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Gov. Roy Cooper has given former North Carolina Chief Justice Cheri Beasley his endorsement for the U.S. Senate. His video message Wednesday attempts to secure a smoother path for Beasley to become the Democrats’ nominee to fill the seat…… read more »
