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Comedian Mike Birbiglia says he absorbed a lot of lessons from his parents – whether he realized it or not as a kid. From his mom's ability to talk to everyone, to his dad's drive and ambition. -
Josephine Sittenfeld for NPRA federal program provides extra help to make sure students experiencing homelessness get an education. Amid massive cuts to the federal government, the program's future is uncertain.
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Leoneda Inge talks to UNC Chapel Hill associate professor of public policy Fenaba Addo about the adverse impact of student loan borrowing. -
Leoneda Inge sits down with NCCU's director of scholarships and student aid to discuss student loans and financial planning. -
The N.C. House voted 93-20 — with support from some Democrats — on Wednesday to approve a budget that delays income tax cuts while providing modest raises for state workers and increasing starting teacher pay. -
Leoneda Inge chats with Visit NC's Scott Peacock about the new Michelin guide dedicated to the American South. -
Due South’s Leoneda Inge and Jeff Tiberii chat with Appalachian State University professor Brett Taubman about his new book Southern Culture on the Fizz: An Effervescent Guide to Fermented Foods and Beverages from the American South. -
Recovery after Helene has highlighted NC system of state care for roads, excluding counties completely. Most states don’t do it that way. -
Sports gambling brought in $128 million in taxes the first year it was legal in North Carolina. Here's what the House and Senate budgets say about where that money goes. -
Tonya Council, granddaughter of the late culinary legend Mildred “Mama Dip” Council, has opened her very own Southern-style eatery, Tonya’s Cafe, in Chapel Hill. -
A budget proposal passed by the state senate would end the state-funded commission, which has helped exonerate 16 people since 2007. The commission is the only state-backed innocence commission in the U.S., though representatives in the state of Texas are considering creating one.
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