Maryam Mohamed   Staff Writer   On January 3, North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper chose Michael Regan to lead the Department of Environmental Quality.   Michael Regan was sworn into office January 17, 2017.   Michael Regan has had a decade of experience working as a specialist with the Environmental Protection Agency. Additionally, Regan has worked under the Clinton and Bush administrations from 1998-2008.   … Continue reading Governor Roy Cooper appoints Michael Regan to lead DEQ

Maryam Mohamed    Staff Writer   On December 7, Duke energy announced that anyone who feels that they may suffer from water contamination from unlined coal ash pits will be given compensation.   This compensation plan includes a $5,000 “goodwill” payment in addition to gratuitous water bill payments, though it was not stated for how long water bills would be paid..     Duke Energy … Continue reading Duke Energy offers compensation for neighbors affected by coal ash

Maryam Mohamed  Staff Writer   In late December 2016, Texas Judge Reed O’Connor issued an injunction against a mandate that protects transgendered and abortion related Obamacare protections.   Judge O’Connor’s decision contradicted a previous legislation listed under the Affordable Care Act, which prevented doctors from discriminating against transgender patients and women who have had abortions performed on them.     O’Connor’s claims that the nondiscrimination … Continue reading Judge Reed O’Connor issues controversial injunction on religious rights

Maryam Mohamed   Staff Writer On West Gate City Boulevard, UNCG is currently undergoing a vast expansion of Spartan Village. Expected to open prior to the 2017 fall semester, the project will contain two new residence halls and 26,000 square feet of retail space, costing roughly $50.9 million to complete. All establishments will be locally owned and operated. “It’s a way to bring the neighborhood … Continue reading Spartan Village Expansion

Maryam Mohamed   Staff Writer Donald Trump has often made the claim that no one respects women more than he does, but during the final presidential debate against Hillary Clinton he called her a “nasty woman.” The comment, made in response to a barb from her regarding taxation, has sparked a tremendous outburst from various people and officials across America. Massachusetts senator Elizabeth Warren voiced … Continue reading Trump “nasty woman” comment sparks criticism, parody

  Maryam Mohamed  Staff Writer NORTH CAROLINA- From September 28 to October 10 Hurricane Matthew pummeled the Atlantic area, causing damage and loss of life to Haiti, the United States, the Bahamas and the Dominican Republic, among others. The catastrophic effects of Hurricane Matthew continue to plague the southeastern United States, where 43 lives were lost. Flooding and other hurricane-related problems still threaten North Carolina. … Continue reading The Aftermath of Hurricane Matthew

Maryam Mohamed   Staff Writer   Presidential candidates Hillary Clinton (D) and Donald Trump (D) took the debate stage on Sunday, October 9, discussing foreign policy, scandals, and healthcare.   The candidates refused to shake hands with one another, which foreshadowed the debate’s tone.   Anderson Cooper did not hesitate to ask Trump about his controversial Access Hollywood comments, particularly misogynistic comments toward women.   … Continue reading Second Presidential Debate continues conflict between the candidates

Maryam Mohamed   Staff Writer   On November 8, 2016, voters in North Carolina will elect a new member to the United States Senate:  Richard Burr (R-NC), Deborah Ross (D-NC), or Sean Haugh (L-NC).   Each candidate has a distinct legislative platform from their opponents. Both Ross and Haugh are hoping to foster enough support to replace Burr as a North Carolina Senator.     … Continue reading Competition for Senate continues