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After months of negotiations and delays, North Carolina lawmakers have approved a new state budget, ending a prolonged legislative process that left funding for several key priorities uncertain for over a year. The long overdue $34 billion budget was signed by Governor Josh Stein on July 7, 2026. The spending plan includes investments in public education, infrastructure, healthcare, public safety, and economic development while addressing the state's continued growth and long

Another public figure. Another microphone. Another cheap shot at a Black woman. Another moment framed as “just a joke,” “free speech,” or “not that serious.”

As North Carolina prepares for the 2026 election cycle, disputes over early voting locations are surfacing in counties across the state, fueling concerns about voter access and election administration. The debates come as Republican leaders continue to support proposals that would shorten North Carolina's current early voting period, a move supporters say would improve election efficiency but critics argue could make voting more difficult for working families, seniors, and ru

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Don Davis (NC-01) announced that his office has helped constituents across eastern North Carolina recover $2,454,921 from federal agencies since the beginning of 2026. The recovered funds include veterans’ benefits, Social Security payments, tax refunds, Medicare and Medicaid issues, federal retirement benefits, and other cases where constituents needed assistance navigating the federal government. “One of my greatest responsibilities is helping

Charlotte Mayor Vi Lyles announced Thursday that she will resign from office effective June 30, bringing an end to a historic tenure that spanned five terms and helped shape one of the nation’s fastest-growing cities.

Leaders across northeastern North Carolina are mobilizing in response to Senate Bill 214, a proposal that would grant Franklin County the authority to annex land in neighboring Halifax, Vance, and Warren counties without local consent.

As of April 2026, North Carolina remains without a new state budget. Making it the only state without a budget.

Substantial sits down with Dr. James E. Ford, Executive Director of CREED, to discuss why the fight for racial equity in education continues.

As election seasons unfold, making your voice heard doesn’t have to wait until Election Day. Early voting is taking place now through Feb. 28.

Here’s to the life and Substantial legacy of Rev. Jesse Jackson one of our famous civil rights leaders.

Silence Is Not an Option It's Time For Moral Leadership and National Healing. We are Substantial and so are our voices.

In the ongoing fight for equity in education, few institutions have done more—with less fanfare—than the United Negro College Fund (UNCF).

North Carolina has officially joined a growing list of Republican-led states reshaping the political map ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. This week, state lawmakers approved a new congressional redistricting plan designed to strengthen the GOP’s grip on federal representation—a move that could flip at least one House seat and further solidify Republican control in Washington. The move makes North Carolina the third state this year to pass new district lines at the urging

Why HBCUs Matter More Than Ever. When DEI is dismantled, HBCUs stand as a safe haven.

When the U.S. government shuts its doors during a funding lapse, the economic ripples reach far beyond Washington.

From marching bands to meaningful traditions, HBCU homecomings across North Carolina honor Black excellence and legacy.

USDA scholarship for students at historically Black colleges suspended. Among those colleges and universities affected is NC A&T.