School board’s settlement of $5.75M more ammunition for pending legislation
(The Center Square) – When New Hanover County’s Board of Education said Tuesday it had settled litigation with victims of a former teacher, it meant taxpayers footed the $5.75 million. It’s a glaring example of […]
Haggle over school start dates persists, with legislation parked
(The Center Square) – In the next two weeks, 15 North Carolina school districts will begin classes in difference to a state law that...
Election legislation roundup at North Carolina General Assembly
As of July 16, members of the General Assembly of North Carolina, which includes the state's House of Representatives and Senate, have passed eight...
Poll: Battleground state voters, on education, trust Republicans over Democrats
(The Center Square) – Lingering concerns about pandemic learning loss have shifted voter trust on education issues from Democrats to Republicans in four battleground...
Charlotte serving up taxpayer dollars for long-time Ohio tennis tradition
(The Center Square) – Efforts to bring the Western & Southern Open professional tennis tournament from Ohio to Charlotte may hinge on whether lawmakers...