Press Releases
Governor Cooper Issues Executive Order Extending Pandemic Response Measures
Today Governor Roy Cooper announced that he signed an Executive Order to extend a variety of measures currently in place to respond to the COVID-19 Pandemic until July 30.
Governor Cooper Announces Two Judicial Appointments
Today, Governor Roy Cooper announced two judicial appointments to Superior and District Courts across the state.
Your Shot at a Million: Governor Cooper Announces $4 Million Summer Cash and College Tuition Drawings to Encourage COVID-19 Vaccinations
As part of North Carolina’s effort to encourage more North Carolinians to receive COVID-19 vaccines, Governor Roy Cooper announced $4 Million Summer Cash and College Tuition drawings to motivate those who have not yet been vaccinated — and thank those who have.
Governor Offers Reward for Information on Union County Murder
Today, Governor Roy Cooper announced that the State is offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for the murder of Joshua Tramaine Allen, age 33.
Governor Cooper Commits to Offshore Wind Power as North Carolina Creates Jobs by Transitioning to a Clean Energy Economy
Governor Roy Cooper today issued Executive Order No. 218 highlighting North Carolina’s commitment to offshore wind power as the state transitions to a clean energy economy.
North Carolina Teachers Win New Tools to Enhance Learning About Space Exploration
Four North Carolina teachers will get new tools and technology to help teach about outer space and inspire and empower students in the field of space exploration.
Governor Cooper Proclaims June 4 as Gun Violence Awareness Day
Governor Roy Cooper has proclaimed June 4 as Gun Violence Awareness Day in North Carolina to raise awareness about and honor the lives of those we have lost to gun violence.
PHOTOS/FOOTAGE AVAILABLE: Governor Cooper Visits Mecklenburg County Vaccine Clinic Where Summer Cash Card Program is in Effect
Today, Governor Roy Cooper visited a vaccine clinic at StarMed Healthcare in Charlotte to see more North Carolinians receive their vaccine. Mecklenburg County is one of the four counties participating in NCDHHS’ Summer Cash Cards initiative.
Governor Cooper Announces Dionne Delli-Gatti to Serve as North Carolina Clean Energy Director
Governor Roy Cooper announced today that Dionne Delli-Gatti will serve as North Carolina Clean Energy Director. From this position, Delli-Gatti will work on administrative efforts to promote clean energy in North Carolina including negotiating energy legislation, advancing regulatory efforts, implementing Executive Order 80 and more.
Governor Proclaims June as Pride Month
Governor Roy Cooper has proclaimed June as Pride Month in North Carolina to honor the state’s LGBTQ+ community, their fight for equality and the goal of creating a welcoming community for all North Carolinians.
