Unemployment Rates Rise in 93 North Carolina Counties in May 2025 In May 2025, unemployment rates not adjusted for seasonal variations increased in 93 of North Carolina’s counties, according to a government press release. Edgecombe County reported the highest unemployment rate at 5.3%, while Currituck County had the lowest at
Buncombe County joins NC’s Energy Saver program, aiding low-income families with rebates for efficiency upgrades.
Michigan AG Dana Nessel sues Trump admin over school mental health funding cuts, citing legal and crisis concerns.
Governor Josh Stein announced that Amazon plans to invest $10 billion to establish a new high-tech cloud computing and artificial intelligence (AI) innovation campus in Richmond County, North Carolina. This development is expected to create at least 500 new high-paying, high-tech jobs in the region. Amazon’s investment is one of
MSU to cut faculty and staff positions to reduce spending by 9% over two years, citing external pressures and costs.
Michigan’s state superintendent, Michael Rice, plans to step down. The Board seeks public input for his successor.
The Reno-Sparks Indian Colony held a memorial for Arlan D. Melendez, honoring his legacy and community impact.
In a move set to bolster the local economy, BuildOps, Inc. announced plans to create 291 new jobs in Raleigh, North Carolina. With an investment of $771,200, BuildOps will establish an operations hub in Wake County. Governor Josh Stein highlighted the state’s robust educational and workforce programs as key factors
Michigan’s “Invest in MI Kids” campaign seeks a 5% tax on high earners to boost K-12 funding by $1.5 billion annually.
Governor Josh Stein announced the opening of applications for a new housing recovery program in western North Carolina, aimed at repairing or rebuilding homes impacted by Hurricane Helene. This initiative, known as Renew NC, is launched by the North Carolina Commerce Department’s Division of Community Revitalization. It marks the beginning
The University of Michigan and Michigan State University are raising tuition due to uncertain state and federal funding.
Raleigh, N.C. — Governor Josh Stein announced that BSH Home Appliances Corporation, part of the Bosch Group, will create 199 new jobs in Craven County as part of an $11 million investment in its New Bern facility. This move aims to transform the New Bern site into a central hub
