North Carolina Supreme Court.
the highest court in the U.S. state of North Carolina
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Earlier this month
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NC Supreme Court approves Duke Energy rate hikes while Anita Earls and Allison Riggs are involved in judicial appointments and polling.Well supported5 reports
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NAACP is appealing lower court decisions in North Carolina, specifically involving the Court of Appeals and the Supreme Court, seeking reversal of lower court rulings.Well supported8 reports
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North Carolina unveiled a new statewide economic development plan, considered data center regulations, and the John Locke Foundation discussed major court cases.Some support2 reports8 developments inside
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North Carolina Supreme Court issues a decision concerning economic incentives in Corsicana and Navarro County.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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Governor Josh Stein asks the North Carolina Supreme Court to uphold a state law, with the Cato Institute filing briefs in support of the challenge.Well supported8 reports1 development inside
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The North Carolina Supreme Court is identified as the highest judicial body of the state.Some support3 reports
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The North Carolina Supreme Court struck down an initial approval law, prompting health systems like AdventHealth and Novant Health to seek state approval.Some support1 report
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North Carolina's political landscape is defined by Democratic Governor Josh Stein, a Republican-controlled legislature, and Republican Chief Justice Paul Newby.Some support4 reports3 developments inside
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Josh Stein signed Senate Bill 445 into law, codifying new judicial review standards in North Carolina.Some support1 report
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A former judge's disciplinary actions were reviewed, and the initial ruling was subsequently vacated by a higher court.Some support2 reports
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The North Carolina Supreme Court, with Justice Dietz writing the majority opinion, overruled lower court decisions from Mecklenburg County.Some support1 report
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Voters in North Carolina are deciding the future of the state court.Well supported4 reports
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North Carolina's legislature created statutes while the highest court interpreted state law and policy.Some support1 report
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The North Carolina Supreme Court limited municipal towing regulations in Charlotte, while local advocates addressed the issue.Some support1 report
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The North Carolina Supreme Court issued a ruling on state constitutional rights involving the current and former governors.Well supported8 reports1 development inside
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The North Carolina Supreme Court ruled on complaints against orders issued by Governor Roy Cooper.Some support3 reports
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Roy Cooper campaigns for US Senate, appoints Mandy Cohen as health official, and the NC Supreme Court rules on state constitutional rights.Some support7 reports
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The North Carolina Supreme Court's rulings favoring Duke Energy rate hikes are being investigated for judicial conflicts of interest.Some support2 reports
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North Carolina Supreme Court handles appeals regarding the state's primary election process.Some support2 reports
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What's reaching North Carolina Supreme Court
Events traced to North Carolina Supreme Court, step by step, newest first- North Carolina Supreme Court may review Cooper's radical state agendaNorth Carolina Supreme Court may review legality of radical state changesPossible
- Supreme Court may review new utility cost recovery lawNorth Carolina Supreme Court may review utility cost recovery lawPossible
- New Duke Energy facility may trigger regulatory review by North Carolina Supreme CourtNew Duke Energy facility may trigger regulatory review by North Carolina Supreme CourtPossible
- Supreme Court may review NC utility rate and legislative mandatesNorth Carolina Supreme Court may review utility rate and legislative mandatesPossible
- Guilford County's moratorium scope may trigger Supreme Court reviewGuilford County's data center moratorium could lead to appellate review by the Supreme CourtPossible
- NC Supreme Court may rule on utility rate challenges amid data center boomThe North Carolina Supreme Court may face legal challenges related to utility rates and tax abatementsPossible
Around North Carolina Supreme Court this week
News at the entities that move North Carolina Supreme Court most-
Josh Stein OperationalA rate case concerning Duke Energy's operations in North Carolina is underway, impacting homeowner bills, with Josh Stein commenting on the settlement.Moves North Carolina Supreme Court
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Cato Institute OperationalDSA proposes universal healthcare modeled on Medicare, prompting Cato Institute to analyze the massive government spending estimates.Moves North Carolina Supreme Court
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North Carolina StructuralAn investigation by Freeman involves a group led by former NC Representative Jason Saine, who served as a top budget writer in the House.Moves North Carolina Supreme Court
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John Locke Foundation StructuralThe John Locke Foundation examined factors behind Roy Cooper's electoral outcome, while Jim Burgin entered a race to replace longtime leader Berger.Moves North Carolina Supreme Court
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general assembly OperationalOhio state leadership announced that the legislative session will begin in 2027.Moves North Carolina Supreme Court
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Roy Cooper StructuralRoy Cooper is accused of planning to institute a communist state and introducing authoritarianism.Moves North Carolina Supreme Court
Connections
The 28 strongest of 30, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Allison Riggs Structural
Allison Riggs was appointed to the North Carolina Supreme Court.
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North Carolina Court of Appeals Structural
The Court of Appeals operates within the judicial hierarchy, subject to the ultimate authority of the Supreme Court.
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Josh Stein Operational
Josh Stein and the NC Supreme Court are engaged in ongoing legal disputes regarding state laws, appointments, and executive actions.
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Paul Newby Structural
Paul Newby serves as the Chief Justice of the North Carolina Supreme Court.
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North Carolina Structural
The Supreme Court functions as the highest judicial body, interpreting and governing state laws within North Carolina's jurisdiction.
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Duke Energy Structural
The North Carolina Supreme Court structurally regulates Duke Energy, approving rate increases and favorable rulings.
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Roy Cooper Structural
The North Carolina Supreme Court formally reviewed and ruled on the executive orders issued by Governor Roy Cooper.
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Cato Institute Operational
Cato Institute actively participates in the judicial process of the North Carolina Supreme Court by submitting legal briefs supporting challenges.
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Anita Earls Operational
Anita Earls is actively running for a seat on the North Carolina Supreme Court.
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Guilford County Structural
Guilford County's actions are subject to appellate review and judicial oversight by the North Carolina Supreme Court.
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Mecklenburg County Structural
The North Carolina Supreme Court exercises judicial authority over decisions made by Mecklenburg County.
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Navarro County Structural
The North Carolina Supreme Court's decisions directly involve and impact Navarro County's economic incentives.
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Charlotte Structural
The North Carolina Supreme Court has exercised regulatory authority over municipal towing regulations in Charlotte.
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Roy Cooper Operational
The North Carolina Supreme Court has exercised judicial review over orders issued by Roy Cooper.
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John Locke Foundation Structural
one depends on the other
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Textron Structural
The North Carolina Supreme Court is actively reviewing a jurisdiction dispute involving Textron.
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Sarah Stevens Operational
Sarah Stevens is running for a seat on the North Carolina Supreme Court.
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Center for Public Integrity Operational
A monitors the North Carolina Supreme Court regarding judicial ethics and potential conflicts of interest.
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Jeff Jackson Operational
Jeff Jackson was involved in a case heard by the North Carolina Supreme Court regarding a state ban.
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general assembly Operational
The Supreme Court reviews the constitutionality of laws passed by the General Assembly.
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Democrats Operational
Democrats are actively seeking to influence the composition and outcomes of the North Carolina Supreme Court.
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Western North Carolina Shared context
The North Carolina Supreme Court operates within the geographic and jurisdictional context of Western North Carolina.
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Corsicana Transactional
The North Carolina Supreme Court made a decision that involved Corsicana's economic incentives.
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Caroline Sumpter Shared context
A court justice from the North Carolina Supreme Court performed the ceremonial swearing-in of Caroline Sumpter as mayor.
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Phil Berger Operational
Phil Berger is involved in a court case before the North Carolina Supreme Court.
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Destin Hall Transactional
Destin Hall is involved in a court case before the North Carolina Supreme Court.
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Bennett College Mentioned together
No direct coupling or interaction between Bennett College and the North Carolina Supreme Court was observed in the evidence.
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Sarah Stevens Mentioned together
No direct relationship between Sarah Stevens and the North Carolina Supreme Court is observed in the evidence.
History
Events by the month they beganNovember 2026
1 eventOctober 2026
1 eventSeptember 2026
4 events- NC Supreme Court approves Duke Energy rate hikes while Anita Earls and Allison Riggs are involved in judicial appointments and polling.
- The North Carolina Supreme Court is identified as the highest judicial body of the state.
- The North Carolina Supreme Court struck down an initial approval law, prompting health systems like AdventHealth and Novant Health to seek state approval.
- Josh Stein signed Senate Bill 445 into law, codifying new judicial review standards in North Carolina.
Show 3 earlier months
August 2026
5 events- North Carolina's political landscape is defined by Democratic Governor Josh Stein, a Republican-controlled legislature, and Republican Chief Justice Paul Newby.
- A former judge's disciplinary actions were reviewed, and the initial ruling was subsequently vacated by a higher court.
- The North Carolina Supreme Court, with Justice Dietz writing the majority opinion, overruled lower court decisions from Mecklenburg County.
- Voters in North Carolina are deciding the future of the state court.
- North Carolina's legislature created statutes while the highest court interpreted state law and policy.
July 2026
3 events- Governor Josh Stein asks the North Carolina Supreme Court to uphold a state law, with the Cato Institute filing briefs in support of the challenge.
- The North Carolina Supreme Court limited municipal towing regulations in Charlotte, while local advocates addressed the issue.
- The North Carolina Supreme Court ruled on complaints against orders issued by Governor Roy Cooper.
June 2026
6 events- NAACP is appealing lower court decisions in North Carolina, specifically involving the Court of Appeals and the Supreme Court, seeking reversal of lower court rulings.
- North Carolina unveiled a new statewide economic development plan, considered data center regulations, and the John Locke Foundation discussed major court cases.
- The North Carolina Supreme Court issued a ruling on state constitutional rights involving the current and former governors.
- Roy Cooper campaigns for US Senate, appoints Mandy Cohen as health official, and the NC Supreme Court rules on state constitutional rights.
- The North Carolina Supreme Court's rulings favoring Duke Energy rate hikes are being investigated for judicial conflicts of interest.
- North Carolina Supreme Court handles appeals regarding the state's primary election process.