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Close to 1,400 more New Hanover County voters came out for the 15-days of early voting in 2026 (14,271) than in 2022 (12,880), the last midterm election year. Turnout skewed heavily toward Democratic ballots, perhaps because of the contested primary for county commissioner.

Early voting turnout was stronger than recent cycles — and Democrats pulled more ballots statewide, despite a competitive GOP Senate race.

Registered voters can use the North Carolina Board of Elections Voter Search tool online to find their assigned polling place and sample ballot.

Early voting numbers in Mecklenburg County show Hispanic voters account for just about 3% of total turnout in this year’s primary. Still, participation reached record levels.

Buckley has been nominated for a best actress Oscar for her portrayal of William Shakespeare's wife in Hamnet. The film "brought me into this next chapter of my life as a mother," Buckley says.

Residents in some historically Black communities say the I-77 widening will hurt their neighborhoods.

The Lebanese health ministry says Israeli attacks in Beirut and southern Lebanon killed at least 31 people.

The war in Iran could affect oil and gas prices in the U.S.

Food prices remain a stressor for Americans.

Lawmakers are warning about possible retaliation from Iran on American soil, from lone actors to cyberattacks.