Charlotte’s I-77 South toll-lane fight enters its next decision phase
Charlotte’s I-77 South decision remains unresolved as a new state-law reimbursement provision puts upcoming city and regional votes under added fiscal pressure.
North Carolina Budget
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North Carolina’s new $34 billion budget is now law. What changes for pay, taxes and state services
North Carolina’s 2026-27 budget is law. Here’s when teacher and state-worker pay, tax rates, Medicaid funding and Hurricane Helene recovery money take effect.
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Guilford County Schools asks County for extra $5.3M after SB 257 pay-raise
Guilford County Schools posted an updated July 14 request for $5.3 million more to cover the SB 257 pay-raise timing gap after state law signed July 7.
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North Carolina budget could raise pay and school rules for Magnolia
Magnolia NC – The ratified state budget would raise teacher and state-worker pay, but it still needs Gov. Josh Stein’s signature before it takes effect.