Press Releases

Governor Cooper Announces Two Superior Court Appointments

Today, Governor Cooper announced two judicial appointments to the North Carolina Superior Court.

Governor Cooper Announces Over 400,000 North Carolinians Have Enrolled to Receive Lifesaving Health Care Under Medicaid Expansion

Today, Governor Cooper announced that more than 400,000 North Carolinians now have access to health care through the state’s Medicaid expansion following record enrollment numbers and a coordinated campaign to enroll North Carolinians across the state.

Polish Manufacturer to Establish First U.S. Attic Stair Assembly Plant in Pasquotank County

LMFakro, a manufacturer of attic ladders, will create 23 new jobs to establish its first U.S. assembly plant for attic ladders in Pasquotank County, Governor Cooper announced today.

Governor Cooper Announces North Carolina Reaches Electric Vehicle Registration Goals Two Years Early

Today, Governor Roy Cooper announced North Carolina has surpassed initial electric vehicle registration goals two years early in yet another indication of the major shift in underway for American drivers, and emphasizing the need for the state to rapidly increase access to electric charging infrastructure.

Governor Cooper Announces Superior Court and District Attorney Appointments

Today, Governor Roy Cooper announced one judicial appointment to the Superior Court and one District Attorney appointment.

Governor Cooper Appoints Grier Martin New Secretary for Department of Military & Veterans Affairs

Today, Governor Roy Cooper announced that Lt. Gen. Walter E. Gaskin is stepping down on April 1 as Secretary of the North Carolina Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (NCDMVA) after years of strong service to North Carolina. The Governor has appointed former NC House Representative and current US Assistant Secretary of Defense for Manpower & Reserve Affairs, Grier Martin, as Secretary.

The Case Against School Vouchers on Steroids: Governor Cooper Outlines Threats Extreme GOP Plan Poses to Public Schools and Students Across North Carolina

Following his declaration of 2024 as the Year of Public Schools, Governor Roy Cooper is illustrating the risks the extreme Republican voucher plan poses to children and public schools, where more than 8 in 10 North Carolina children attend school .

Governor Cooper Announces Defense Industry Equipment Firm Will Create 95 Jobs in Macon County Expansion

Duotech Services, LLC, an engineering company that specializes in the repair and maintenance of legacy defense equipment, will expand its operations in Macon County, creating 95 jobs, Governor Roy Cooper announced today. The company plans to invest $6.5 million in Franklin.

Governor Cooper Tours Hall Fletcher Elementary School, Highlights How Strong Public Schools Make Strong Communities

Today, Governor Roy Cooper visited Hall Fletcher Elementary School as part of “The Year of Public Schools” education tour.

Governor Cooper Hosts Women’s History Month Celebration, Recognizes North Carolina Women in State Government

Today, Governor Roy Cooper hosted a Women’s History Month celebration at the Executive Mansion and honored women in state government.