Government
Obama names Charlotte mayor his pick for transportation secretary
April 30, 2013
(Associated Press)
President Obama named Charlotte Mayor Anthony Foxx his pick for transportation secretary. He must still be confirmed by the U.S. Senate.
Obama expected to name Charlotte mayor transportation secretary
April 29, 2013
(The Charlotte Observer)
President Obama is expected to name Charlotte Mayor Anthony Foxx transportation secretary Monday. The administration has praised him for efforts such as extending light rail and planning a streetcar downtown.
Democrats seek to reboot image
April 29, 2013
(The News & Observer, Raleigh)
Facing minorities in state government and a leadership void, Democrats must assemble a new strategy if they want to tilt the tables of politics back in their favor.
Indicted ex-lawmaker's lawyers say he was entitled to money
April 26, 2013
(The News & Observer, Raleigh)
Lawyers for former state Rep. Stephen LaRoque said in court filings that federal charges of theft and money laundering should be dismissed because the Kinston Republican was entitled to the money.
House passes voter ID bill
April 25, 2013
(Associated Press)
The state House passed a voter ID bill that will require people to show picture identification before casting ballots in 2016. The Senate still must pass the bill.
