North Carolina Tea Party Newswire

What We Can Learn From North Carolina’s “Moral Mondays”

As Americans struggle with how to effectively confront an autocratic leader and his billionaire backers as they brazenly dismantle democracy and the rule of law, they might well look to a southern state where an unlikely movement managed to defeat the …

North Carolina voters can send a message in the primary election

Feb. 14, 2026, 5:02 a.m. ET Recent polls indicate a growing number of Americans are pessimistic about the country's future. The author draws a parallel between current dissatisfaction and the sentiment of American colonists 250 years ago. The article …

Signs are pointing to a ‘blue wave’ in the midterm elections. Here’s why Democrats shouldn’t get too cocky

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our …

The Morrow You Know

On a Friday afternoon in late January, Ed Strickland scanned the main dining room of Johnny Bull’s Steakhouse, looking for people who might want to hear from Michele Morrow, the 2024 Republican nominee for superintendent of public instruction who announced …

23 events area happening Feb. 16 to Feb. 22, 2026

Feb. 16, 2026, 4:40 a.m. ET As we continue through these cold winter months, South Bend and surrounding communities continue to offer a variety of fun events that are certain to pique your interest. Gather your family or friends, get in the car and attend …

Rob Canfield Announces Unapologetic Defense of the Second Amendment — Including Curbing ATF Overreach — in NJ-04

BRICK, NJ, UNITED STATES, February 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Republican congressional candidate Rob Canfield today reaffirmed his full and unapologetic support for the Second Amendment, drawing a sharp policy contrast with longtime incumbent …

Eight Years After Her Abduction, Leah Sharibu Remains in Captivity

FROM GLORY TO GLORY: EIGHT YEARS ONE FAITHFUL GOD ABUJA, FCT, NIGERIA, February 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Eight years have now passed since Leah Sharibu was abducted on February 19, 2018, by Boko Haram/ISWAP militants from the …

The Metrocrest Area Chamber is proud to announce that Alexandra Fincher has been named the 2026 Citizen of the Year.

FARMERS BRANCH, TX, UNITED STATES, February 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- This distinguished honor, proudly sponsored by Chamber member Southwest Airlines, recognizes an individual whose leadership, service, and commitment have made a lasting …

Legal Help for Veterans, PLLC Joins NVBDC’s MVO Task Force to Support Veterans Navigating VA Disability Benefits

NVBDC is proud to welcome Legal Help for Veterans, PLLC as the newest member of its Military & Veteran Organization (MVO) Task Force. COMMERCE TWP., MI, UNITED STATES, February 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Veteran Business …

AZIPRx Applauds Senator Shamp for Filing Legislation to End PBM Patient Steering and Require Transparency

The Arizona Independent Pharmacy Coalition (AZIPRx) thanks State Senator Janae Shamp (Legislative District 29) for her leadership in filing Senate Bill 1710. PHOENIX, AZ, UNITED STATES, February 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SB 1710 Would …

Justice AV Solutions Launches Editable Microsoft Word Transcripts in Suite 9, Redefining Courtroom Efficiency

AI-Generated Transcripts In An Easy-To-Use, Editable Microsoft Word Format Now Available To US Courts LOUISVILLE, KY, UNITED STATES, February 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Justice AV Solutions (JAVS), the nation’s leading provider of digital …

Inspired by a NY Times Cover Story, Veteran Producer Jeff Mazzola Joins The Final Fight as Line Producer

Based on a New York Times cover story, the short film adds veteran producer Jeff Mazzola as it gears up for production, casting, and festival rollout. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, February 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The upcoming short …

New National Survey Shows Strong Appetite for Advocacy Engagement

Beekeeper Group research reveals Americans value local calls to action, expect follow-up, and believe engagement makes a difference WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, February 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Americans are far more willing to …

Families Unite June 13 for Walk for Lives 2026 — Largest Grassroots Response to the Fentanyl Crisis Grows Nationwide

Birthed by parents in 2025, communities nationwide unite again for fentanyl prevention, culminating in a national gathering in Washington, D.C. WASHINGTON, DC, DC, UNITED STATES, February 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On Saturday, June 13, …

APV and Air Force Civil Engineer Center Secure Consecutive National Awards for AI-Driven Mission Innovation

2025–2026 honors—including Federal 100, FORUM Disruptive Tech & Innovation Awards, and ACT-IAC Innovation Champion—recognize AI-powered defense leadership. COLUMBIA, MD, UNITED STATES, February 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As federal …

Meridian Rapid Defense Group Mobile Barriers Safeguard Nearly One Million Fans at Seattle Super Bowl Parade

Innovative Archer Barriers Enable Rapid, Citywide Security Deployment and Swift Return to Normal Traffic Flow SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, February 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- An estimated crowd of nearly one million fans safely gathered to …

Former Union President and Former Lobbyist Sentenced for Stealing Union Funds and Lying to Federal Investigators

BOSTON – The former President of the State Police Association of Massachusetts (SPAM) and the union’s former Massachusetts lobbyist were sentenced today in federal court in Boston for racketeering, fraud, obstruction of justice and tax crimes.

Home Repairmen Sentenced To Prison For Tax Fraud After Failing To Report Income Earned Overcharging Elderly Clients For ...

Illegal alien sentenced for leadership role in multi-state drug trafficking organization linked to Mexican cartels

A 36-year-old Mexican national who illegally resided in Houston has been ordered to federal prison for his role in a conspiracy involving large quantities of cocaine

Former Postal Employee Indicted for Delay of United States Mail

Former New York City Police Department Detective Pleads Guilty to Orchestrating Paycheck Protection Program Fraud Scheme

Earlier today, in federal court in Brooklyn, John Bolden pleaded guilty to wire fraud conspiracy in connection with a Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) fraud scheme.  At the time of the offense, Bolden was a detective with the New York City Police …

Highland Physician Sentenced to 97 Months in Prison

McLoud Man Indicted after Firing at FBI Agents and Threatening to Kill Federal Officers and Others on YouTube

New York State Police Officer Pleads Guilty To Lying To Federal Investigators

United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, Jay Clayton, announced today that MICHAEL O’FLAHERTY pled guilty before U.S. District Judge Philip M. Halpern to making false statements to federal investigators about having disclosed to his …

Man Admits Choking, Assaulting Woman on Gateway Arch Grounds

Darrion Evans admitted strangling and assaulting the victim, who he had been dating.