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NC’s first full budget since 2023 reflects transformed health policy landscape
State lawmakers in the House seated at their desks during a voting session on a series of bills, including bills affecting transgender youth and budget items

By Jaymie Baxley, Ashley Fredde and Rose Hoban Key takeaways: A lo...

Posted: July 1, 2026, 7:30 am
NC’s new mental health bill is heavy on studies, light on solutions
A row of people sit behind desks at the NC General Assembly. Two white men in suits are co-chairs of the House Select Committee on Involuntary Commitment and Public Safety.

By Taylor Knopf A bill to expand the use of involuntary psychiatri...

Posted: June 30, 2026, 8:27 am
Martin County residents keep pressing state officials for funding to reopen hospital
A tattered tarp hangs over a sign in front of Martin General Hospital, which closed in 2023.

Key takeaways: By Jaymie Baxley When Martin General Hospital close...

Posted: June 29, 2026, 8:23 am

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