Press Releases

Governor Cooper Statement on Redistricting Case

Today, Governor Roy Cooper issued the following statement:

Governor Cooper Proclaims February 21 - 25, 2022 as Public Schools Week

Governor Roy Cooper has proclaimed February 21 - 25, 2022 as Public Schools Week to show support for public schools and the educators, counselors, custodians, bus drivers, school nutrition workers, administrators and other school staff who provide important learning experiences for students.

Governor Cooper Joins Opening of Mobile Integrated Mental Health Care Unit in Washington County

Today, Governor Roy Cooper and North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) Secretary Kody H. Kinsley attended the launch of a Trillium Health Resources mobile integrated care unit in Washington County.

Carolina Connector Easing Supply Chain Issues, Improving Economic Prospects

Three months after opening, the Carolina Connector (CCX) intermodal transportation facility in Edgecombe County is already helping ease national supply chain shortages and bolstering economic development prospects.

Governor Offers Reward for Information on Halifax County Murder and Assault

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 Tyquan Shaquelle Moody, age 27, and the assault of Mabel Johnson, age 94.

Governor Cooper Tours International Civil Rights Museum and Delivers Remarks at NC A&T Facility Ribbon Cutting, Celebrates Black History Month

Today, Governor Roy Cooper toured the International Civil Rights Center & Museum and joined the ribbon cutting for the new Harold L. Martin Sr. Engineering Research and Innovation Complex at NC Agricultural & Technical State University.

Governor Cooper Announces Pharmaceutical Company BestCo Will Expand in Iredell County Creating 394 Jobs

BestCo LLC, a leading manufacturer of innovative over-the-counter pharmaceutical, vitamin, and supplement products will significantly expand its facilities in Iredell County, creating 394 jobs, Governor Roy Cooper announced today. 

Governor Cooper and State Health Officials Update Mask Recommendations

Today, Governor Roy Cooper and North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Kody H. Kinsley provided an update on the state’s COVID-19 metrics and trends.

Governor Cooper Signs Executive Order to Establish the North Carolina Longitudinal Data System Governance Board

Today, at the North Carolina Education Cabinet meeting, Governor Roy Cooper signed Executive Order No. 249 to establish the North Carolina Longitudinal Data System (NCLDS) Governance Board.

Governor Cooper Proclaims February as Black History Month

Governor Roy Cooper has proclaimed February as Black History Month to honor the contributions of Black North Carolinians and celebrate our state’s rich African American culture and history.