Iryna Zarutska’s murder results in significant changes to North Carolina’s criminal justice system
North Carolina GOP Leaders Propose Criminal Justice Reform Package Republican leaders in North Carolina are set to unveil a new criminal justice reform initiative aimed at what they characterize as “soft crime.” This plan comes in response to the tragic stabbing of Iryna Zarutska, which has drawn attention to issues within the state’s legal policies. […]
Jordon Hudson speaks with Bill Belichick prior to North Carolina’s defeat against UCF
Jordon Hudson’s chat with Bill Belichick didn’t seem to sway the outcome for the Tar Heels on Saturday. Before UNC faced off against Central Florida, Hudson, 24, was spotted on the sidelines in high heels, engaging in what appeared to be a pep talk with Belichick, who is 73. The content of their exchange remains […]
Supreme Court decides not to hear South Carolina’s transgender bathroom law case
Supreme Court Declines South Carolina’s Student Bathroom Ban Appeal The Supreme Court, on Wednesday, opted not to consider South Carolina’s request to implement a ban on students using school bathrooms that align with their gender identity. This decision is part of a larger discussion among various states looking to solidify policies concerning transgender individuals, though […]
North Carolina’s Democratic governor criticized for not addressing murder of Ukrainian refugee
Josh Stein Responds to Criticism After Ukrainian Refugee’s Murder North Carolina’s Democratic Governor, Josh Stein, has finally addressed the murder of a Ukrainian refugee, Iryna Zarutska, after facing backlash for his silence over the weekend. This came after a distressing video of the incident was circulated online. Stein expressed his heartbreak over Zarutska’s death, describing […]
Tropical Storm and Storm Surge Alerts Issued as Hurricane Erin Nears North Carolina’s Outer Banks
Hurricane Erin is moving toward the United States, prompting warnings of dangerous and possibly life-threatening conditions along parts of the East Coast, particularly for North Carolina’s Outer Banks. While it’s unlikely that the hurricane will make landfall, forecasts suggest that the storm’s outer bands might brush against the North Carolina coastline as it strengthens. As […]
Hurricane Erin leads to evacuations in North Carolina’s Outer Banks
Hurricane Erin Approaches North Carolina As Hurricane Erin looms off the coast, Holly Andrzejewski found herself without visitors at the Atlantic Inn on Hatteras Island. The storm, thought to be staying offshore, has prompted evacuations on a nearby barrier island. Officials caution that Erin could create perilous rip currents and inundate marsh roads with up […]
Nancy Mace Launches Campaign for South Carolina’s ‘Trump in Heels’ Governor
Rep. Nancy Mace (R-SC) announced her campaign on Monday to become South Carolina’s next governor, expressing her aspirations to be a “heeled Trump” in the state. This race has garnered significant national interest as a notable gubernatorial contest. Mace has gained recognition for her outspoken stance on various issues, such as allowing individuals to identify […]
Michael Whatley, Chair of the RNC, announces his campaign for North Carolina’s vacant Senate seat.
Michael Whatley Launches Senate Campaign in North Carolina Michael Whatley, the Chairman of the Republican National Committee, has kicked off his campaign for the vacant Senate seat in North Carolina. Whatley made the announcement on Thursday, expressing excitement about the opportunity to represent the state in the Senate. In a social media post, he said, […]
North Carolina’s Democratic Governor Josh Stein Rejects Constitutional Carry
North Carolina Governor Josh Stein has vetoed a proposed law that would have allowed constitutional carry, preventing the state from becoming the 30th in the nation to adopt such legislation. On June 12, 2025, it was reported that the constitutional carry law, known as Senate Bill 50, had passed through the House and was awaiting […]
Crime trend of ‘jugging’ targets bank customers, extending from Texas to the Carolinas
Authorities are issuing warnings as concerning trends linked to violent street crimes are surfacing in South Carolina. Surveillance footage has spotlighted a type of robbery commonly referred to as “jugs.” This crime involves criminals observing banks and ATMs, targeting individuals who withdraw substantial sums of money. After the transaction, these assailants typically take their victims […]