Intro Good morning and thank you for joining us as we share the latest updates on winter storms across North Carolina. As we stand here now, Emergency Management officials and our National Guard continue to prepare for the winter weather in the western …
(RALEIGH) Governor Josh Stein today declared a statewide state of emergency in advance of the impending winter storm. He is urging people across North Carolina to prepare for cold temperatures, snow, and ice. “This storm will likely bring significant …
Today, Governor Josh Stein joined The Honorable Adrianne Todman, head of the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), in Asheville to announce two major Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) awards, totaling more than $1. …
Today, Governor Josh Stein announced the appointment of Thomas Anglim as District Attorney for Prosecutorial District Two, which covers Beaufort, Hyde, Martin, Tyrell, and Washington counties. Anglim is replacing Seth H. Edwards, who was elected Superior …
(RALEIGH) Today, Governor Josh Stein announced that he has hired six people who will play a key role in western North Carolina recovery efforts, including leaders of the newly-established Governor’s Recovery Office for Western North Carolina (GROW NC) and …
(RALEIGH) Governor Josh Stein today announced an executive order to temporarily waive federal limits on the amount of time drivers transporting propane and other heating fuels can be on the road, ensuring heating materials get to people in need quickly. …
Today, ten members of Governor Josh Stein’s cabinet were sworn into office. “My cabinet secretaries are ready to hit the ground running to make North Carolina safer and stronger,” said Governor Josh Stein. “I am grateful that this talented team has agreed …
Governor Josh Stein yesterday traveled to Asheville to announce his first executive orders, demonstrating his commitment to urgently provide relief to people affected by Hurricane Helene as the winter months set in. Governor Stein also traveled to …
Today, Governor Josh Stein signed five executive orders to bring much-needed relief to people in western North Carolina, including accelerating temporary housing and the repair of private roads and bridges. Right now, with tens of thousands of houses …
Today in the Old Senate Chambers at the historic Capitol in downtown Raleigh, Josh Stein took the oath of office to become North Carolina’s 76th Governor. Joined by his wife Anna and family, Stein swore to support the Constitution and laws of the United …
Today, Governor Roy Cooper announced that he has commuted the sentences of 15 people on death row in North Carolina to life without the possibility of parole. He commuted these sentences after a thorough review of detailed petitions for clemency submitted …
Today, Governor Roy Cooper commuted the sentences of two people in North Carolina prisons and granted pardons of forgiveness to two others. The clemency actions followed thorough review by the Office of Executive Clemency, the Office of General Counsel and …
Today, Governor Roy Cooper announced that more North Carolinians will have the opportunity to connect with state government information, programs and services thanks to efforts to improve language access. "It’s important that people from all …
A new video released today highlights Governor Roy Cooper’s work to strengthen North Carolina’s economy and add more than 640,000 new jobs and tens of billions in economic investments during his time in office. Under the Governor’s leadership, North …
Today, Governor Roy Cooper and Governor-elect Josh Stein sued Republican legislative leaders, arguing their recent changes to the State Board of Elections and county boards of elections clearly violate the separation of powers established in the North …
Today, Governor Roy Cooper announced donations of $15.5 million made to the NC Disaster Relief Fund are going to the North Carolina Community Foundation to help with Hurricane Helene long-term recovery and unmet needs. “We are so grateful for this …
Today, Governor Roy Cooper commuted the sentences of six people in North Carolina prisons and granted pardons to nine others. All of the clemency actions followed thorough review by the Office of Executive Clemency, the Office of General Counsel and the …
A new video released today highlights Governor Roy Cooper’s work to expand Medicaid and extend health care coverage to more than 600,000 North Carolinians. Governor Cooper was able to get the bill passed after a decade of Republican opposition to the …
Today, Governor Roy Cooper volunteered at the Asheville Buncombe Community Christian Ministry (ABCCM) Servant Leadership Center and thanked volunteer organizations involved in relief efforts. The Governor was joined by Asheville Buncombe Community …
Today, Governor Roy Cooper presented Coach Roy Williams with the Order of the Long Leaf Pine, the State’s Highest Honorary Society, for his significant impact on the State of North Carolina during his tenure as Men’s Basketball Coach at UNC Chapel Hill and …
