Press Releases
Faster Action Needed by EPA to Set Standards for Unregulated Chemicals in Drinking Water, Governor Cooper says
The U.S Environmental Protection Agency must move faster to help states like North Carolina dealing with unregulated chemicals that are causing serious concerns about drinking water, Governor Roy Cooper said today.
North Carolina to Honor African American Artists, Musicians During Black History Month Reception on Thursday
In celebration of Black History Month, Governor Roy Cooper and First Lady Kristin Cooper will honor African American musicians and artists from North Carolina at a reception at the Executive Mansion beginning at 4 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 14.
Governor Cooper Proclaims February as Black History Month In North Carolina
Today, Governor Roy Cooper proclaimed February as Black History Month in North Carolina.
Gov. Cooper Names Chief Justice of NC Supreme Court
Today, Governor Roy Cooper named Associate Justice Cheri Beasley as Chief Justice of the North Carolina Supreme Court.
NC360 Offers 360-Degree Views of N.C. Attractions
North Carolina is launching NC360, an online immersive experience that allows anyone across the world to virtually explore the state's natural and cultural attractions, Governor Roy Cooper announced today. The project is made possible by the NC Department of Information Technology.
Final Deadline to Participate in STEP Program for Florence Home Repairs is Sunday, February 10
North Carolina homeowners who want to participate in a special program that provides rapid repairs to homes damaged by Hurricane Florence must take action by Sunday, February 10, 2019 at 11:59 pm, Governor Roy Cooper urged today.
Special Committee on School Shootings Presents Recommendations to Governor Roy Cooper
To strengthen school safety and help prevent school shootings, North Carolina schools needs to ramp up training for law enforcement and educators, improve physical security at schools, gather better information about potential threats, and invest in more mental health support for schools
Gov. Cooper Announces First Teachers to Receive Governor’s Educator Discovery Award
Today, Governor Roy Cooper and the North Carolina Business Committee for Education (NCBCE) announced the first recipients of the Governor’s Educator Discovery Award. Seth Hardison, Amanda Hoke and Emily Warnke will each receive a $1,000 award to help them pursue professional development opportunities.
Deadline Extended to Feb. 10 to Participate in STEP Program for Florence Home Repairs
The deadline for a special program to provide rapid repairs to homes damaged by Hurricane Florence has been extended to Sunday, February 10, 2019 Governor Roy Cooper announced today.
Governor Cooper Statement on the Virginia Governor
Governor Roy Cooper’s statement on the Virginia governor:
