North Carolina Ranks No. 10 for State Financial Health, Earns B Grade

North Carolina has a Taxpayer Surplus™ of $7,500 per taxpayer, according to Truth in Accounting’s 2026 Financial State of the States report.

North Carolina Earns 45/100 in New Financial Transparency Ranking

According to new national report by Truth in Accounting

North Carolina ends 2024 with a surplus

The state received a "B" grade for its financial health

North Carolina earns 50/100 in financial transparency, ranking 48 among 50 states

New report from Truth in Accounting reveals North Carolina’s strengths and weaknesses in fiscal reporting

North Carolina ranked no. 14 for fiscal health

According to new report by government finance watchdog

High-tax states bleed wealth

Newest interstate income migration data follows latest patterns

EPA’s Power To Regulate North Carolina's Carbon Emissions Curbed

Here is what North Carolina is doing to fight climate change.

NC 13th District Primary Election: AP Calls For Nickel, Hines Has Lead

Voters will narrow the field for a hotly contested race in the new 13th Congressional District, previously a Republican stronghold.

Rep. Cawthorn Concedes Primary Election To Edwards

Donald Trump-backed Rep. Madison Cawthorn's House seat was at risk after a series of missteps that angered establishment Republicans.

NC Senate Primary Election 2022: AP Calls Races For Budd, Beasley

Donald Trump-backed Rep. Ted Budd will face Cheri Beasley in the general election to replace Sen. Richard Burr.

Charlotte, NC received ‘B’ grade for fiscal health

New report released by Truth in Accounting

Raleigh, NC received ‘B’ grade for fiscal health

New report released by Truth in Accounting

North Carolina scored a 54 out of 100 for financial transparency

New report from Truth in Accounting

North Carolina received ‘C’ for fiscal health

According to Truth in Accounting's new Financial State of the States report

Third Coronavirus Stimulus Checks: What To Expect In NC

The Senate will begin debate Wednesday on a $1.9 trillion relief bill that directly aids families, states, cities, the unemployed and more.

Trump Pardons Include People With Ties To North Carolina

The 45th president pardoned 140 people in his final hours in office, including some with North Carolina ties.

'Armed Marches' Threatened In NC Before Inauguration

Online forums are calling for "armed marches on all state capitols" in the final days of the Trump presidency, putting NC on alert.

25th Amendment Resolution: How NC Delegation Voted

The House of Representatives voted on a resolution asking Vice President Pence to begin the process to remove President Trump from office.

When You Can Expect To Receive $600 Stimulus Checks In NC

It's likely sooner than you think. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell blocked a vote Tuesday on increasing checks to $2,000.

Statewide Recount Possible Due To NC Supreme Court Nail Biter

Election officials across the state were preparing for a possible statewide recount due to the neck-and-neck race for NC Supreme Court.

Trump Victory Projected NC Winner: Election Results

In what was one of the last race projections in the country, Trump was projected as winner in North Carolina with a nearly 74,000-vote lead.

NC Voting Was Fair, Accurate: Results of Patch Reader Survey

"Some people I voted for won. Some lost. I do trust the results, even if I don't like some of them," one North Carolina voter said.

Patch Survey: How Did 2020 Voting In NC Go For You?

Patch wants to know about your experience voting in North Carolina this year and how you think it went overall.

Where North Carolina's Presidential Vote Count Stands

North Carolina's final results from the General Election will be released later this week.

NC's Final Election Results Won't Be Known Until Nov. 12

The wait for the final result of who gets North Carolina's 15 electoral votes will extend through at least Nov. 12, election officials said.

NC Election Results To Be Delayed After Extension At 4 Poll Sites

Poll hours were extended at four voting locations in the state due to delays. Results are now set to be released at 8:15 p.m.

How Long Will Vote Counting Take In NC: Presidential Race

After polls close in North Carolina, here's how long it will take to learn who wins the state crucial to winning the presidency.

2020 Election: NC Absentee Ballot Requests Up 11 Times Over 2016

As of Wednesday, about 16 percent of the nearly 7.2 million registered voters in North Carolina had requested an absentee ballot.

Nearly 1 Million Absentee Ballots Requested So Far By NC Voters

Nearly 1 million absentee ballots have been requested so far in NC. Here's what election officials are saying about cast ballots.

Voter Registration Day 2020 In North Carolina: 5 Things To Know

Here’s information on registering to vote in North Carolina along with important deadlines.

Sen. Tillis' Office Under Fire For Comments To Cancer Survivor

"Sounds like something you’re going to have to figure it out," Tillis' staffer told the cancer survivor who called for help.

Trump To Hold Campaign Rally In NC Tuesday: Watch Livestream

President Donald Trump is holding a campaign rally in Winston-Salem Tuesday night. Here's how to livestream the event.

NC Moves Into 'Phase 2.5': What You Need To Know

Labor Day weekend marks the next step in loosening restrictions in North Carolina. Here's what you need to know.

Wilmington Becomes 1st WWII 'Heritage City' During Trump Visit

"A big deal," President Donald Trump said of the coastal North Carolina city's designation.

Mail-In Voting In North Carolina: Deadlines, How To Get A Ballot

Thinking of voting by mail this election? Here's how to properly cast your ballot by mail in North Carolina.

Voting By Mail In NC: Take The Patch Survey

Due to the coronavirus pandemic, a surge in mail-in ballots is expected for the November election.

NC Launches Job Retention Grant Program: How To Apply

Small businesses and non-profits in NC affected by COVID-19 could be eligible for up to $250,000 grants, Gov. Roy Cooper said.

2020 Census To End Count A Month Early In North Carolina

Plagued by outreach challenges amid the pandemic, the U.S. Census Bureau said it is ending counting efforts for the 2020 census on Sept. 30.

5 Things To Know About Mysterious Seeds In North Carolina

Here’s what we know about the seeds that have been mailed to homes in North Carolina.

North Carolina Woman Faces Jail Time For Voting. Here's Why.

Bratcher is facing two felony charges after she voted in the 2016 election while on probation, which she said she didn't know was illegal.