North Carolina's 11th congressional district is set to choose a new Republican candidate after Congressman Chuck Edwards dropped out of the race due to a House Ethics Committee report. The district's executive committee will meet Monday to select a replacement nominee. Meanwhile, the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction marked the first anniversary of Superintendent Mo Green's five-year strategic plan, launching a public dashboard and pointing to four record results as evidence of progress. The plan aims to make North Carolina's public education system the best in the nation by 2030. In other news, the North Carolina General Assembly has taken action on two pieces of legislation, House Bill 958 and House Bill 834, dealing with elections across the state. The bills have undergone significant changes, with some provisions being moved from one bill to the other. Dr. Andy Jackson from the John Locke Foundation joins the Carolina Journal News Hour to discuss the latest developments. Additionally, new data from the 2025 North Carolina High School Youth Risk Behavior Survey shows that North Carolina has returned to and exceeded pre-pandemic levels across nearly all reported measures, with encouraging percentage drops in student safety, risk behaviors, and mental health. [... more]

A discussion on women's health and longevity, including hormone therapy, is contrasted with the complexities of the Middle East conflict, specifically the Israeli-Palestinian authority dynamic. The conversation also touches on income tax in Missouri and the challenges of navigating current events, including the antics of Florida Man. [... more]

People need community, relationships, and someone willing to walk alongside them to overcome the challenges of poverty and homelessness. As followers of Christ, we're called to care about these issues and to care for the people living through them, providing hope and support through simple acts of kindness and community service. [... more]

The exploitation of children through social media platforms is a growing concern, with companies like Facebook and Roblox being accused of targeting vulnerable youth and failing to protect them from predators. Experts argue that the companies have the technology to enforce guardrails and create protections for their users, but are instead prioritizing profits over people. [... more]

Chuck Swindahl draws three timeless principles from Job's darkest hour that speak directly to where many of us find ourselves right now. Principles about trials and about a God who is sovereign over every circumstance. even the ones that make no sense. [... more]

A discussion on women's health and longevity, the importance of hormone therapy, and the role of gun control in preventing mass shootings. The conversation also touches on cybersecurity, digital protection, and the challenges of hormonal changes during menopause, highlighting the need for education and solutions to support women's health. [... more]

The conversation centers around the foundational values that have shaped the country, specifically health and sexuality, and how they relate to God's design for the human body. The discussion touches on the concept of gender dysphoria and the transgender movement, highlighting the importance of understanding the ordered way things should be and not trying to alter the design of the human body through medicine or other means. [... more]

A godly man, Job, faces seemingly senseless tragedy and unfair suffering, losing everything he built and loved, including his ten children. Despite his pain and isolation, Job holds fast his integrity and faith in God, refusing to curse Him, even when his wife urges him to do so. [... more]

Families face real challenges, but with biblical encouragement and real-world wisdom, they can navigate the journey ahead. Experienced parents, teachers, and counselors share practical advice and hope-filled conversations to support students and families. [... more]

God's self-sufficiency is a fundamental aspect of His nature, meaning He does not need anything to exist. In contrast, humans are by nature dependent beings, requiring God's provision and care. Recognizing this dependence is essential for a genuine relationship with God, and it is through prayer that we can submit to His sufficiency and trust in His plan for our lives. [... more]

The Christian life is a marathon, not a sprint, requiring discipline, devotion, and determination to finish well. We must lay aside every weight and sin that clings to us, and run with endurance, exercising our faith and following the Lord completely. The promise of God's grace secures our presence in heaven, but how well we run the race determines our position in heaven. We must make every day count, giving our lives to God and honoring Him in all we do, to avoid becoming spiritual casualties and to finish with a flourish in victory. [... more]

Giovanni Rocco's life was marked by a fine line between being a criminal and a cop, as he grew up in a tough New Jersey neighborhood surrounded by the mafia and eventually became an undercover agent for the FBI, infiltrating the northern New Jersey rackets and getting close to a captain and an underboss. His experiences took a toll on his family, who had to go into witness protection, and he eventually retired to work in treatment, mental health, and substance abuse, sharing his stories to help others. [... more]

The discussion revolves around women's health, the controversy surrounding Dr. Fauci, and the geopolitical tensions between Israel, China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea, with a focus on the Middle East and alliances. The conversation also touches on AI, technology, security, and military matters, as well as the peculiar cases of Florida Man and the impact of crime on law enforcement. [... more]

Anthony Fauci's diaries reveal contradictions between his public and private statements on health policy, including his views on masks and gain of function research. Meanwhile, tensions between Iran and the US escalate, with the US preparing to respond to Iranian attacks. Ukraine's President Zelensky discusses the direct linkage between Iran and Russia, and the need for anti-ballistic missile capabilities in the region. [... more]

Rose Ann Forte shares her story of struggling with excessive drinking and smoking, and how she overcame her addiction through a coaching program and her faith, leading to a personal transformation and newfound self-confidence. [... more]

A hyper-therapeutic culture prioritizes psychological explanations over others, leading to a quick way to achieve social status by claiming a condition. However, this approach normalizes dependency and doesn't provide hope, especially for the rising generation. In contrast, the Christian message offers a way forward, presenting a Creator who renews and reconciles the world, and us, through Jesus Christ. [... more]

Families experiencing poverty or homelessness are often caught in cycles of unaffordable housing, trauma, mental health struggles, and lack of community support. The Salvation Army's Pathway of Hope aims to break these cycles through holistic care, case management, and community collaboration, empowering families to overcome obstacles and achieve self-sufficiency. [... more]

A new performance audit of the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services found concerns with the way compliance visits were conducted at child care centers across the state. The audit also highlighted issues with the division's scheduling practices and the handling of judicial vacancies, with the governor and the General Assembly disagreeing on the interpretation of state law. [... more]

A loving God sees women in crisis pregnancy and His people are ready to surround them with care. Through a national network of pregnancy centers, Pre-Born provides free ultrasounds to abortion-vulnerable women, changing everything for them and their babies. [... more]

Couples can achieve financial health and unity by following biblical principles, practicing generosity, and managing debt effectively. A Christian financial advisor shares practical tips and strategies for couples to work together, prioritize their finances, and make wise decisions about retirement planning and debt management. [... more]