Press Releases

Governor Stein Urges Caution on Slick Roads as Winter Storm Departs North Carolina

(RALEIGH) Weather forecasts suggest that conditions will slowly improve on Saturday.

Governor Stein, State Leaders Urge Preparation and Caution as Winter Storm System Arrives

(RALEIGH) -- Governor Josh Stein advised North Carolinians on Friday to exercise caution over the weekend as the state braces for impacts from a winter storm that will bring cold temperatures, snow, and ice to large portions of the state.

Governor Stein Declares State of Emergency, Urges Preparation in Advance of Winter Storm

(RALEIGH) Governor Josh Stein today declared a statewide state of emergency in advance of the impending winter storm. He is urging people across North Carolina to prepare for cold temperatures, snow, and ice.

Governor Josh Stein Announces Executive Order to Keep North Carolina Warm

(RALEIGH) Governor Josh Stein today announced an executive order to temporarily waive federal limits on the amount of time drivers transporting propane and other heating fuels can be on the road, ensuring heating materials get to people in need quickly.  

$15.5 Million Raised for NC Disaster Relief Fund to Help with Long-Term Hurricane Helene Recovery, Unmet Needs

Today, Governor Roy Cooper announced donations of $15.5 million made to the NC Disaster Relief Fund are going to the North Carolina Community Foundation to help with Hurricane Helene long-term recovery and unmet needs.

Governor Cooper Volunteers in Buncombe County, Thanks Volunteer Organizations Involved in Relief Efforts

Today, Governor Roy Cooper volunteered at the Asheville Buncombe Community Christian Ministry (ABCCM) Servant Leadership Center and thanked volunteer organizations involved in relief efforts.

Governor Cooper to Travel to Washington, D.C., Present Request for More Than $25 Billion in Federal Funding for Helene Recovery in Western North Carolina

This week, Governor Roy Cooper will lead a delegation of state and local leaders and officials to Washington, D.C.

Governor Cooper Urges General Assembly to Prioritize Western North Carolina Recovery Instead of Spending Millions More in Taxpayer Money on Private School Vouchers

Today, Governor Roy Cooper urged Republican legislators to provide more much-needed funding for Western North Carolina recovery instead of spending millions of taxpayer dollars on private school vouchers for the wealthy when they return to session next Tuesday.

Governor Cooper Announces Over $14 Million Donated to North Carolina Disaster Relief Fund for Helene Recovery

Today, Governor Roy Cooper announced over $14 million has been donated to the North Carolina Disaster Relief Fund since Hurricane Helene devastated Western North Carolina earlier this fall.

Governor Cooper Joins Meeting in Burke County with Western North Carolina Municipal and County Officials to Discuss Helene Recovery

Today, Governor Roy Cooper attended a meeting for western local governments hosted by the North Carolina League of Municipalities and North Carolina Association of County Commissioners focused on discussing urgent needs to support ongoing recovery and rebuilding in the wake of Hurricane Helene in