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Trump’s brief freeze on federal aid caused widespread uncertainty, impacting students and universities nationwide before being rescinded just days later. (Courtesy of the Associated Press)

Short-lived but far-reaching: Trump’s federal aid freeze

Malcolm Brown, Staff Writer February 6, 2025

On Jan. 27, many college students, faculty and universities woke up to learn that the White House Budget Office ordered a pause on grants, loans and other federal financial assistance. This effort was...

246 Wake Forest student ballots contested in NC Supreme Court Election

246 Wake Forest student ballots contested in NC Supreme Court Election

Nick Costantino, City & State Editor February 6, 2025

Jefferson Griffin, in his attempt to win a seat on the NC Supreme Court, is contesting thousands of ballots in North Carolina — including the ballots of 246 Wake Forest students.  The Republican...

President Trump’s controversial executive order has been blocked by a federal judge. (Courtesy of the Associated Press)

Trump administration sued over birthright citizenship executive order

Miriam Fabrycky, Features editor February 6, 2025

Attorney General Jeff Jackson has gained support from North Carolina, as well as over 20 other Democratic-led states, two cities and several advocacy groups, to sue President Donald Trump over his recently...

In the upcoming Stein administration, both Democrats and Republicans seek to work together to solve North Carolina’s pressing issues. (Courtesy of Adobe Stock)

Unity among division: a bipartisan approach to North Carolina’s politics

Malcolm Brown, Staff Writer February 4, 2025

Today’s political climate is filled with division and disagreement — and North Carolina is no exception. Generally considered a swing state, North Carolina has elected a president and governor of two...

Josh Stein was sworn in as the 76th governor of North Carolina on Jan. 1st, 2025, becoming the state’s first Jewish governor and its second consecutive Democratic governor. (Courtesy of NC Office of the Governor)

Governor Josh Stein signs executive orders

Nick Costantino, City & State Editor January 23, 2025

Josh Stein was sworn in as the 76th governor of North Carolina on Jan. 1st, 2025, becoming the state’s first Jewish governor and its second consecutive Democratic governor.  Stein seeks to continue...

Josh Stein announces new cabinet, signaling the future of North Carolina politics. (Courtesy of NC Office of the Governor)

Inside Josh Stein’s Cabinet: Who Are the Leaders Shaping His Administration?

Malcolm Brown, Contributing Writer January 23, 2025

On Nov. 5, 2025, North Carolina’s Attorney General Josh Stein defeated Lieutenant Governor Mark Robinson in his bid to become North Carolina’s next governor — maintaining Democratic control of the...

Winston-Salem Five case hears new arguments, leading to new updates

Convicts in Nathaniel Jones case speak out after court ruling

Harshil Jani, Contributing Writer January 23, 2025

Following a three-judge panel that unanimously upheld convictions in the 2002 murder of Nathaniel Jones, two of the Winston-Salem Five, who have maintained their innocence for over 20 years, are speaking...

The Winston-Salem school bus drivers’ strike was motivated by several factors, though the primary factor was pay. (Courtesy of Adobe Stock)

Wheels on Pause: How Winston-Salem’s Bus Drivers’ Strike Disrupted Schools and Families

Malcolm Brown, Staff Writer January 22, 2025

Bus drivers brought transportation for Winston-Salem/Forsyth County (WS/FCS) schools to a full stop.  On Monday, Nov. 25, 23 bus drivers called out for the day — their absence affected approximately...

The Winston-Salem Police Department and Forsyth County Sheriff's Office responded to the incident this afternoon. (Courtesy of R.J. Reynolds High School on X)

Juvenile shot outside of R.J. Reynolds High School

Ella Klein, Features Editor December 10, 2024

This afternoon, a juvenile student was shot on Northwest Boulevard., outside of R.J. Reynolds High School.  The Winston-Salem Police Department’s X account reports that both the Winston-Salem Police...

The General Assembly building in Raleigh was full of protestors and reporters this week as the legislature met to override Cooper's veto of the controversial bill.

NC Republicans seek to strip incoming governor of power through an aid bill that lacks aid

James Watson, City & State Editor December 4, 2024

The North Carolina General Assembly returned to session this week for the final time in the calendar year. Within a few hours, the Senate successfully overruled the veto 30-19 of outgoing Governor Roy...

Deacs Decide, Wake Forest's nonpartisan civic engagement project hosted a watch party in the Zick's basement.

Election night as it happened in Winston-Salem

Across Wake Forest’s campus and the Winston-Salem community, people came together to engage in and watch the 2024 Election unfold. From 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., individuals cast their vote at local polling...

"The Associated Press called the state, and its 16 electoral votes, at 11:18 p.m. But the story of North Carolina’s night — as has often been the case — wasn’t that straightforward."

2024 Election Results: NC Democrats score in council of state races as Trump expands statewide margins

James Watson, City & State Editor November 6, 2024

All results are pre-final canvas  President-Elect Donald Trump will be the nation’s 47th president after a blowout night for the former White House occupier.  Despite hopes and efforts from Democrats,...

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