Kimberly-Clark Unveils $2B Plan To Expand Manufacturing Capacity In North America

The company will open a new facility in Ohio and expand its South Carolina plant. Kimberly-Clark (KMB) on Thursday unveiled plans to invest more than $2 billion in its North American operations, marking its largest domestic expansion in over three decades. …

$4,000 Direct Relief for North Carolina Renters – Here’s How to Get Paid!

Thousands of renters in North Carolina are now eligible for a $4,000 direct relief payment as part of a statewide rental assistance initiative. This program is aimed at helping low- and moderate-income households recover from housing instability, past-due …

LT Ikem Ekwonu wants to remain in Carolina long term but has no timeline for an extension

The Panthers have picked up the fifth-year option on left tackle Ikem Ekwonu’s contract. He is expected to get a long-term deal, something the Panthers did for defensive lineman Derrick Brown and cornerback Jaycee Horn in the same situation. The only …

North Carolina bill proposes expanding execution options

The proposed bill is known as House Bill 270. NORTH CAROLINA, USA — A new bill in North Carolina could reshape how the state conducts executions, broadening the available methods and modifying procedures around inmate decision-making. House Bill 270, …

North Carolina drops five spots in annual teacher salary rankings

RALEIGH, N.C. (WITN) - North Carolina has dropped five places in the national teacher salary rankings, falling to 43rd in the country, according to a new report. The National Education Association’s annual report on educator pay and public education …

Semifinal of Gelato Festival World Masters to Take Place in High Point, North Carolina

Join us in discovering the best gelato makers in North America!  On May 6 and 7, the second Semifinal of Gelato Festival World Masters will take place at Carpigiani North America Headquarters in High Point, N.C. This exciting two-day competition will …

Gov. Stein proclaims April as World Autism Month in North Carolina

RALEIGH, N.C. (WECT) - Governor Josh Stein has proclaimed April as World Autism Month in North Carolina, according to a statement from the governor’s office. “I am proud to recognize North Carolinians with autism, their families, and organizations across …

North Carolina Bill Would Require People to Share Their IDs With Social Media Companies

In North Carolina, legislators are considering a bill that would grant consumers more control over data collected and sold by companies. Great! Who can argue against that? But that’s not all it’s about. Following national trends, it would also set forth …

Memorial to be held for Hickory man killed in eastern North Carolina

Creating deepfakes could soon land you in jail in North Carolina

North Carolina lawmakers advance bipartisan bill to criminalize deepfakes that try to deceive people. GREENSBORO, N.C. — Imagine watching a video of a politician, celebrity, or even yourself saying something shocking — only to find out it’s completely fake …