Press Releases
North Carolina Appeals Federal Seismic Testing Decision That Could Lead to Oil Drilling
Governor Roy Cooper today announced that North Carolina will continue to fight against seismic testing along the state’s coast.
Governor Cooper Announces $175 Million to Assist with Rental, Utility Payments for North Carolinians
Governor Roy Cooper today announced $175 million to help North Carolinians with rental and utility payment support in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Governor Roy Cooper Urges Extension to the Census Deadline
Governor Roy Cooper joined a bipartisan coalition of governors from Colorado, Illinois, Michigan, New York, Oregon, Vermont and Washington to urge the US Census Bureau to extend the Census through October 31 to help ensure a complete count.
NCDHHS Announces Upcoming No-Cost COVID-19 Community Testing Event
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) has 55 upcoming community testing events scheduled in Cabarrus, Chatham, Clay, Gaston, Jackson, Montgomery, Robeson, Rowan, Scotland, Wake and Wayne counties.
U.S. Small Business Administration Grants Governor Cooper’s Request for Disaster Declaration to Support Small Businesses and Homeowners
The U.S. Small Business Administration granted Gov. Roy Cooper’s request for a disaster declaration for small businesses and homeowners facing damage from a tornado that struck as Hurricane Isaias passed through the state on Aug. 4.
Governor Cooper Announces Grants to Rural Communities to attract 294 New Jobs and more than $103 million in Private Investment
The North Carolina Rural Infrastructure Authority (RIA) has approved 18 grant requests to local governments totaling $4,847,243, Governor Roy Cooper announced today.
Governor Cooper Announces 61 New Jobs in Rowan County as Continental Structural Plastics Expands
Continental Structural Plastics (CSP), a leading manufacturer of automotive and heavy truck composite components, will expand its operations in North Carolina to create 61 jobs, Governor Roy Cooper announced today.
Governor Cooper Announces Appointments to State Boards and Commissions
Today, Governor Roy Cooper announced new appointments to boards and commissions across North Carolina.
Governor Cooper Announces More Than $12 million to Expand Internet Access
People living and working in 11 rural counties will get expanded high-speed internet service thanks to more than $12 million in grants awarded by Governor Roy Cooper’s administration.
Governor Roy Cooper Signs Executive Order to Improve Fair Hiring Practices at North Carolina State Agencies
Governor Roy Cooper signed Executive Order 158 to implement fair chance policies at state agencies to increase employment opportunities for people with criminal records.
