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RFK Jr.'s endorsement of Trump could impact Catholic voters in NC

By Old North News | Sep 16, 2024

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., former Democratic presidential candidate, recently endorsed Donald Trump, a move that may impact Catholic voters across the country, including in North Carolina.

VA home loan amount averages $325,228 in North Carolina for Q2

By Old North News | Sep 16, 2024

The average VA home loan amount in North Carolina during the second quarter of the fiscal year 2024 was $325,228, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

VA provides 7.9% fewer home purchase loans in North Carolina in Q2

By Old North News | Sep 14, 2024

There were 3,842 VA home purchases in North Carolina in the second quarter of the VA's fiscal year 2024, totaling $1.3 billion in loans, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Individual income tax revenue up 15.1% from previous quarter in North Carolina

By Old North News | Sep 13, 2024

The first quarter brought in $4.5 billion in individual income tax revenue for North Carolina, a 15.1% increase from the fourth quarter of 2023, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

Sen. Tillis: Election is a choice between Trump or 4 more years of 'record levels of illegal immigration'

By Old North News | Sep 12, 2024

Following the presidential debate on Tuesday, Arizona Sen. Thom Tillis contrasted the Biden-Harris Administration with former President Trump's policies, asserting that Democrats have failed on both economic and immigration fronts. Tillis's remarks underscore the impact of rising inflation and illegal immigration on North Carolina families under the current administration.

North Carolina ranks 5th in total VA home loans during Q2

By Old North News | Sep 10, 2024

North Carolina ranked fifth in the nation in VA home loans in the second quarter of 2024, with 5,809 loans issued, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

Court ruling delays absentee voting in North Carolina

By Old North News | Sep 10, 2024

The North Carolina Supreme Court has decided to remove Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

Common Cause releases democracy scorecard highlighting mixed results for North Carolina

By Old North News | Sep 9, 2024

Common Cause, a nonpartisan watchdog organization, has released its 2024 "Democracy Scorecard," which evaluates members of Congress on their support for voting rights, Supreme Court ethics, and related reforms.

North Carolina ranked 33rd in average VA home loan amount in Q2

By Old North News | Sep 7, 2024

With $325,228 in home loans issued, North Carolina ranked 33rd in average loan amount for VA home loans in the second quarter of fiscal year 2024, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

Analysis: North Carolina one of 25 states banning boys from playing girls’ high school sports

By Old North News | Sep 6, 2024

An analysis by Old North News shows that, following President Biden's new Title IX protections in April 2024, which redefined “sex” to include “gender-identity,” North Carolina is one of 25 states that ban boys from playing in girls' high school sports.

Number of VA loans issued in North Carolina increased by 4.2% from Q2 2023 to Q2 2024

By Old North News | Sep 4, 2024

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued 5,809 home loans in North Carolina, totaling $1.9 billion, during the second quarter of the fiscal year 2024, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

FDA conducted lowest number of inspections on Food and Cosmetics companies in North Carolina during August

By Old North News | Sep 2, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted two inspections at two Food and Cosmetics companies from North Carolina in August.

VA issues more Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in North Carolina in Q2 vs. Q1 2024

By Old North News | Sep 1, 2024

The VA issued 908 Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in North Carolina during the second quarter of fiscal year 2024, compared to 84 loans the previous quarter, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Which type of North Carolina companies were inspected the most by FDA in August?

By Old North News | Sep 1, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted three inspections at three Biologics companies from North Carolina in August.

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In North Carolina, 206 people have died after receiving COVID-19 “vaccine”

By Old North News | Aug 31, 2024

North Carolina registered 206 deaths after admission of a “COVID-19” MRNA injection, according to the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS).

Average VA home loan amount in North Carolina increases in Q2

By Old North News | Aug 29, 2024

The average VA home loan amount in North Carolina during the second quarter of the fiscal year 2024 was $325,228, a 2.4% increase over the previous quarter, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

North Carolina inflation rate outpaces national average as of July 2024

By Old North News | Aug 28, 2024

As of July 2024, North Carolina experienced a 21.7% increase in prices of goods and services since January 2021, compared to the nationwide trend of a 20.2% increase.

VA’s Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in North Carolina average $320,110 for Q2

By Old North News | Aug 26, 2024

The VA’s Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in North Carolina for the second quarter of the fiscal year 2024 averaged $320,110, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

American Constitutional Rights Union CEO: 'Firearms are the only equalizer for women who wish to defend themselves from harm'

By Old North News | Aug 13, 2024

Lori Roman, CEO of the American Constitutional Rights Union, said that Second Amendment rights are women’s rights and that firearms are “the only equalizer” for women in self-defense situations.

Col. Allen West: The Second Amendment is 'protection from the goals, objectives, and desires of tyrants'

By Old North News | Aug 9, 2024

Lt. Col. Allen West, Executive Director of the American Constitutional Rights Union and a former Congressman, said the Second Amendment is North Carolinians' “protection" from “tyrants.” Col. West’s comments come amid reports of Vice President Kamala Harris’ history of being in favor of restrictions to Second Amendment rights including mandatory buybacks and bans on certain firearms including AR-15s and handguns.

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