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Friday, May 15, 2026 · Walnut Cove
Daycare violations resurface in Robinson's gubernatorial bid
Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson's 2024 gubernatorial campaign faces renewed scrutiny over violations at a Greensboro child care center his wife once operated.
Harris candidacy mobilizes Asian American voters in North Carolina
Vice President Kamala Harris' July visit to Fayetteville sparked a wave of political organizing among Asian Americans across North Carolina, a voting bloc that could prove decisive in a state Trump won by fewer than 75,000 votes in 2020.
Friday, May 15, 2026
GOP pushes to reject absentee ballots in wrong envelopes
North Carolina Republicans want election officials to reject absentee ballots returned in wrong envelopes. Voting-rights groups say the rule would punish minor mistakes and harm voters unfamiliar with mail voting.
Friday, May 15, 2026
Overnight flooding at Mountain Island Lake forces 15 rescues, displaces dozens
Emergency crews rescued 15 people overnight as flooding at Mountain Island Lake displaced dozens of Charlotte residents. Duke Energy said heavy rain from Hurricane Helene pushed the reservoir above normal elevation.
Friday, May 15, 2026
U.S. Presence in Strait of Hormuz Increases Amidst Tensions with Iran
The United States has increased its naval presence in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway for global oil shipments. This action follows statements regarding maritime security in the region. The U.S. aims to monitor vessel activity.
Friday, May 15, 2026
Iranian Politician Claims Tehran Will Maintain Authority Over Strait of Hormuz
Ebrahim Azizi stated Iran intends to control passage through the Strait of Hormuz. The statement comes amid ongoing geopolitical concerns regarding maritime traffic in the region. The Strait of Hormuz represents a vital shipping route for global oil supplies.
Friday, May 15, 2026