NC Governor

North Carolina is facing an affordable housing crisis, and it’s become an issue in the race for governor. One Republican candidate is proposing a tax credit for first-time homebuyers.

Former state Supreme Court Justice Michael Morgan announced his campaign Tuesday after stepping down early from the bench last week.

North Carolina Republicans completed a push Wednesday to eliminate the state's long-held requirement that a handgun buyer obtain a permit from the local sheriff. But the repeal is likely to get vetoed by Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper, who supports more gun-access restrictions.

The state Legislature has introduced measures to end the governor's control over election boards, require Senate approval of Cabinet members and limit power over the state's university system.

The modern day race for political office includes a series of competitions for endorsements and money. And the race for chief executive of North Carolina…

Jim Martin was the first and only two-term Republican governor in North Carolina, serving from 1985-1993. A new biography argues that Martin was a…

Jim Martin was the first and only two-term Republican governor in North Carolina, serving from 1985-1993. A new biography argues that Martin was a…

Governor Pat McCrory says he plans to sign a bill to manage North Carolina’s coal ash ponds. But he may also challenge a key part of it.The governor…

Governor McCrory is the subject of a new TV ad that seeks to boost his image.A non-profit group called Renew North Carolina has bought at least 150…

The North Carolina General Assembly goes back into session Tuesday. Lawmakers will consider Governor Pat McCrory’s vetoes of two bills. One requires drug…