Press Releases
Governor Cooper's Remarks as Prepared: NCAE March for Students & Rally for Respect
Today, Governor Roy Cooper delivered remarks at the North Carolina Association of Educators March for Students & Rally for Respect on Bicentennial Plaza in downtown Raleigh. See below for his remarks as prepared.
Gov. Cooper Appoints New Superior Court Judge for Wake County
Governor Roy Cooper has appointed Judge Keith Gregory to preside in Wake County Superior Court.
Disaster Food and Nutrition Services Benefits Approved for Tornado Survivors in Guilford and Rockingham Counties
Governor Roy Cooper’s request for temporary food and nutrition benefits for Guilford and Rockingham county residents affected by the April 15 tornado has been approved by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. That clears the way for tornado survivors in those counties to apply for temporary Disaster Food and Nutrition Services benefits.
Governor Cooper Reports More than 5,700 Treated in First Year of Federal Opioid Grant
Across North Carolina, 5,717 individuals--nearly four times the first-year goal--have benefited since May 2017 from a federal grant aimed at helping battle an opioid crisis that is killing nearly f
Flood Studies Identify Ways to Better Protect Communities Hit Hard by Hurricane Matthew
State officials today announced the completion of three studies to help prevent flood damage to communities along the Lumber, Neuse and Tar River basins that were hit har
Governor Proclaims May 13-19 Hurricane Preparedness Week
To encourage North Carolinians to prepare for the upcoming hurricane season, Governor Roy Cooper today proclaimed May 13-19 as Hurricane Preparedness Week.
Governor Cooper Announces New Appointments to State Boards and Commissions
Today, Governor Roy Cooper announced three new appointments to state boards and commissions.
Governor Cooper Presents Second Budget Offering Common Ground Solutions for NC
Governor Cooper today presented his Common Ground Solutions 2018-2019 recommended budget adjustments. The Governor’s plan prioritizes safer and stronger public schools, provides more workforce training for high-paying jobs, and protects the health of families across North Carolina – all without raising taxes.
Gov. Cooper Honors Military Appreciation Month in North Carolina
Today, Governor Roy Cooper welcomed military personnel to the Executive Mansion to honor Military Appreciation Month. Governor Cooper was joined by Secretary Larry Hall of the North Carolina Department of Military and Veterans Affairs and First Lady Kristin Cooper.
Gov. Cooper Announces Aid for Guilford and Rockingham Residents Affected by Tornado
Governor Roy Cooper’s request for a federal disaster declaration to help tornado victims in Guilford and Rockingham counties was approved today by President Donald Trump. The declaration means people recovering from the April 15 storm will be able to apply for low-interest federal loans or grants to help them repair their homes and businesses.
