Josh Stein, North Carolina

Governor Josh Stein Launches Task Force to Reform Child Care and Early Education in North Carolina
Governor Stein of North Carolina initiated a task force to reform the state's child care and early education system, aiming to improve affordability, access, and workforce support.
Governor Stein addresses North Carolina in State of the State Address
Governor Josh Stein addressed North Carolina Wednesday in his first State of the State Address. Much of Stein’s speech focused on Hurricane Helene relief, while also stating there is still work to be done.
Governor Josh Stein delivers first State of the State address
Stein said he plans to propose raises to childcare subsidy rates in his draft of the state budget, set to be released in late March.
North Carolina Governor Josh Stein Secures FEMA Deadline Extension for Storm Recovery Efforts
NC Governor Stein secures FEMA Public Assistance program extension until April 7, 2025, for Tropical Storm Helene recovery.
North Carolina's new governor seeks more Helene aid, help for families in legislative address
"We can create something better, something forward-looking right here in North Carolina, and we can do it together.” Stein, the attorney general for the past eight years, was elected governor in ...
North Carolina Governor Josh Stein delivers his first State of the State address
The woman who went viral for her warm interaction with Elon Musk at Donald Trump’s address to Congress says she was not “flirting” with the billionaire and said the scrutiny of her has been “awful.” Heather Valentino,
North Carolina governor focuses on bipartisanship, hurricane recovery in state address
In response to the Democratic governor's address, Republican Speaker of the House Destin Hall said the legislature plans to focus on “common sense” policies.
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If GOP legislators have their way, NC’s already weak governor could have very little power
The eroding power of a North Carolina governor has been a concern to many. A number of GOP-led bills are aimed at diminishing ...
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Orange County Sheriff Blackwood Appointed to Chair of North Carolina Governor’s Crime Commission
After nearly eight years on the North Carolina Governor's Crime Commission, Orange County Sheriff Charles Blackwood will now ...
Global tech company building headquarters in North Carolina; to create 180 jobs
A global technology company will establish its headquarters in Wake County, creating 180 jobs in North Carolina, Gov. Josh Stein’s office announced Tuesday.
North Carolina Senate advances bill to restrain power of attorney general against Trump
The North Carolina Senate pushed forward legislation to bar the Democratic state attorney general from filing lawsuits ...
Under the Dome: How long it takes North Carolina to hire a state employee
Meyer said North Carolina hasn’t changed how it hires state employees since she began her career in the late 1980s. She’s led ...
NC governor urges swift action on $1.5B Hurricane Helene relief bill
North Carolina Governor Josh Stein is urging the General Assembly to pass new Hurricane Helene relief funding after it ...
Democrat Governor Gretchen Whitmer 'Grateful' After Meeting with Trump
The Democratic Michigan governor released a statement after meeting with President Donald Trump at the White House.
Backlash to clemency for 15 on NC’s death row leads to GOP call to limit governor’s power
The bill, which has nine sponsors right now, proposes amending the N.C. Constitution to require legislative approval of all clemency granted by the governor.