The Latest Breaking News from NC

WASHINGTON — The Senate voted Tuesday evening to start debate on a bipartisan effort to combat gun violence, a sign of progress for what could be the most substantial gun policy to get through Congress in more than three decades.

RALEIGH, N.C. — As national hearings on the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on Congress continue this week, Democratic lawmakers at the N.C. General Assembly have introduced a bill that would crack down on future attempts to overturn election results here.

The bill would incentivize states to pass red flag laws and expand background checks for 18- to 21-year-olds, among other measures. It's expected to have enough support to pass the Senate.

State senate leader Phil Berger (R-Rockingham) expressed support for cutting the state's personal income tax rate in half as legislative leaders prepare the upcoming budget proposal for North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper (D).

WASHINGTON — Super PACs with ties to the cryptocurrency industry have spent at least $31.2 million in primary races ahead of this year’s midterms, with most of the money coming from a handful of executives at just one company.

After 16 years in the booth, the CBS commentator and six-time major winner will put down his headset for good.

Medical debt can ruin lives, and in many states patients have few financial protections. North Carolina is considering a new law that could lead the way in shielding patients from high medical bills.

The January 6 select committee will present testimony on Tuesday on how former President Trump launched a campaign to pressure state election officials through lawsuits, political pressure and direct phone calls to overturn the 2020 presidential election, Rep. Adam Kinzinger, (R-Ill.) said.

Harmony is not often found between two of the most boisterous senators on Capitol Hill, Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., and Rand Paul, R-Ky.

DAVIDSON, N.C. — On Friday, Bob McKillop announced his immediate retirement from Davidson College. At age 71, McKillop left the job after 33 years as Davidson’s head basketball coach and will be replaced by Matt McKillop, his son and top assistant. It was the succession plan Bob McKillop had hoped…

Roncalli solidifies No. 2 spot in USA TODAY Sports/NFCA High School Super 25.