Press Releases

Today, Governor Roy Cooper attended the Southeast U.S./Japan Association (SEUS/Japan) meeting in Tokyo and met with business and political leaders to discuss North Carolina’s partnership with Japanese businesses and the country.

Today, the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) awarded a $10 million grant to The Industrial Commons, an industry focused nonprofit in western North Carolina.

Today, Governor Cooper filed a lawsuit against Republican legislative leaders in Wake County Superior Court, challenging provisions in Senate Bill 512 that clearly violate the separation of powers established in the North Carolina Constitution.

Today, Governor Roy Cooper announced appointments to boards and commissions.

Governor Roy Cooper will lead a North Carolina delegation to Japan from October 11 – 15 to the annual Southeastern United States/Japan (SEUS/Japan) Economic Development Conference in Tokyo to recruit industry and meet with business leaders and others.

Today, Governor Roy Cooper hosted a ceremony at the NC Executive Mansion celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month to honor the history, culture, and achievements of the Hispanic, Latino, Latinx and Latine communities across North Carolina.

Today, Governor Roy Cooper spoke at the Sylvia Mendez Newcomers School ribbon cutting ceremony in High Point.

Governor Roy Cooper has proclaimed October 1-7 North Carolina Manufacturing Week.

On Monday, October 2, 2023, Governor Roy Cooper signed a state disaster declaration for the Town of Landis in Rowan County that suffered damages from an EF-1 tornado on August 7.

Governor Roy Cooper has proclaimed October as Cybersecurity Awareness Month in North Carolina to recognize the importance of staying safe online.