Press Releases

Governor Cooper Releases Roadmap for $1 Billion in Behavioral Health and Resilience Investments

Today, Governor Roy Cooper released a comprehensive plan to invest $1 billion in addressing North Carolina’s mental health and substance use crisis, including anxiety and depression rates that have almost quadrupled, overdose deaths that have jumped 72 percent and youth suicide rates that have doubled.

Governor Cooper Announces 500 New Jobs as Siemens Mobility Selects Davidson County for Major East Coast Manufacturing Center

Siemens Mobility, Inc., the global manufacturer of rail transportation vehicles and control systems, will build a major advanced manufacturing and rail services center in Davidson County, creating 506 jobs, Governor Roy Cooper announced today.

Governor Cooper Delivers State of the State Address: “Our Moment to Build Enduring Prosperity is Now”

Tonight, Governor Roy Cooper delivered his fourth State of the State address. He emphasized the pivotal nature of this moment that has created a once-in-a-generation opportunity for historic investments in education, infrastructure, the economy and the workforce. 

MEET THE GUESTS: Governor Cooper to Deliver Fourth State of the State Address Highlighting Historic Investments and Opportunities Ahead for North Carolina

Tonight, Governor Roy Cooper will deliver his fourth State of the State address, emphasizing that North Carolina is at a pivotal moment with opportunities for historical investments rebuilding North Carolina’s infrastructure, communities and economy.

Governor Cooper Reminds North Carolinians to Prepare and Practice for Severe Weather

March 5-11 is Severe Weather Preparedness Week and Governor Roy Cooper is urging North Carolinians to prepare and practice safety plans in case severe weather strikes.

BROADCAST INFORMATION: Governor Cooper to Give State of the State Address on Monday, March 6, at 7 PM

On Monday, March 6, Governor Roy Cooper will give his fourth State of the State address at 7:01 pm.

Governor Cooper and Attorney General Stein File Amicus Brief in Partisan Gerrymandering Case

Today, Governor Roy Cooper and Attorney General Josh Stein filed an amicus brief in the partisan gerrymandering case currently before the North Carolina Supreme Court for a rehearing after the Court’s composition changed in January.

Governor Cooper Statement on Medicaid Expansion

Today, Governor Roy Cooper issued the following statement

Readout from Governor’s Meeting with State Health Officials and NC Independent Colleges and Universities Leaders on Efforts to Support Mental Health on Campuses

Governor Roy Cooper joined DHHS Secretary Kody Kinsley, North Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities (NCICU) President Hope Williams, and Presidents and campus leaders from the majority of North Carolina’s independent colleges and universities in a virtual meeting on Wednesday, March 1, to discuss ongoing efforts to support mental health for college students across North Carolina.

Governor Cooper Announces Two Judicial Appointments

Today, Governor Roy Cooper announced two judicial appointments to North Carolina Superior and District Courts.