North Carolina
Pelosi addresses North Carolina Democrats, avoiding mention of Biden's future as nominee
In a state expected to help decide the presidency, former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi did little to quell speculation on President Biden’s path forward as the Democratic nominee to a room full of North Carolina Democrats on Saturday.
Pelosi addressed more than 900 people at the North Carolina Democratic Party fundraiser in Raleigh — an event billed as a “Unity Dinner” during a time of discord within the party over how it will proceed in the 2024 presidential election campaign. All eyes are on Democratic leaders like Pelosi (D-San Francisco), who colleagues say has her finger on the party’s pulse, to get a glimpse of what Biden’s future holds.
The power she holds in the Democratic Party — and in the direction the party takes — was no better emphasized than in her introduction by Rep. Alma Adams (D-N.C.).
“When Nancy Pelosi speaks, everybody listens,” Adams said.
And with everybody listening, Pelosi gave a speech largely absent of references to Biden’s presidential bid.
Pelosi spent most of her speech recounting House battles over budget and policy, highlighting the importance of funding public education, and reiterating the dangers of the Republican agenda. When she did mention Biden, it was mostly to praise his administration’s policies.
At the end of her speech, Pelosi shifted to discussing the party’s plans in the coming months, focusing on efforts to mobilize voters rather than whom to mobilize behind.
“Are you ready for a Democratic president?” Pelosi said amid cheers. “I thought so.”
Biden’s dismal showing in his June 27 debate with Republican rival Donald Trump has led to significant fallout within the Democratic Party on whether the president is capable of winning.
The former speaker is among a growing group of prominent Democratic leaders who have expressed concerns behind closed doors over whether Biden can win in November. Pelosi has told Biden in private that Democrats may fail to regain control the House if he doesn’t drop out, but she later said their conversations were misrepresented.
Despite a swell of Democratic lawmakers calling for Biden to step aside, none of North Carolina’s seven Democratic representatives have publicly signaled support for finding a new nominee to lead the ticket.
While some reports say Biden is more open in private discussions to the idea of leaving the race, his campaign staff has continually reaffirmed his commitment to staying on as the nominee.
Brenda Pollard, a delegate from Durham who has attended five Democratic conventions, said she’s had conversations with Democrats around the state who want Biden to stay in.
“As a pledged delegate, until he says ‘I’m not,’ I’m going to continue to be pledged,” the 73-year-old said, adding later that she believes Vice President Kamala Harris has the qualifications to be president if Biden does end his run.
About 6 in 10 Democrats surveyed nationwide believe Harris has the makings of a good president, according to a recent AP-NORC Center poll.
North Carolina is home to one of the most hotly contested gubernatorial races in the country, pitting Democratic state Atty. Gen. Josh Stein against Republican Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson. The latter has become known for having a pugnacious style similar to Trump’s, making him a lightning rod for criticism about statements some have found offensive and harmful.
To reiterate the stakes of the governor’s race, Stein told the audience that voters have a choice between “two competing visions” in a close presidential election — one that he said North Carolina would play a large role in deciding.
“People in other states hunger for the kind of power that we have here in North Carolina. To possess this political power is a privilege,” he said.
Stein did not mention Biden, but instead wrapped up his speech saying Democrats will “keep the White House and defeat Donald Trump.”
Met by a standing ovation, Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper also took the stage, saying Biden and Harris are “all in for North Carolina.” But most of his speech highlighted other issues, such as breaking the GOP’s supermajority in the state Legislature and getting Democrats elected to statewide offices.
Cooper has become part of the national conversation on the presidential race, as pundits consider who Harris’ running mate might be if she takes Biden’s place on the ticket. Cooper’s status as a termed-out governor in a swing state, as well as his strong support of the Biden-Harris administration, has piqued some interest on his prospects.
Seminera writes for the Associated Press.
At least two people are dead and “several” others are injured after a “planned fight” at a North Carolina park escalated into a mass shooting, authorities said.
Police have identified several victims and suspects after Monday’s shooting at Leinbach Park near Jefferson Middle School, according to the Winston-Salem Police Department.
Authorities confirmed there were multiple victims in the shooting, but did not provide an exact number. The suspects were still at large over two hours later.
Officers were called to the park just before 10 a.m. after reports of a fight, which then escalated into multiple people shooting each other.
Area schools are not in lockdown, and classes are operating as normal, police said.
“Due to the number of people involved, efforts are ongoing to account for everyone. At this time, some of those involved in the incident are juveniles,” police said.
According to local news station WFMY, at least three people were taken to the hospital. Officials have not shared their conditions.
Police said the shooting was an isolated incident and remains under investigation.
This is a developing story
The NC Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big.
Here’s a look at Sunday, April 19, 2026 results for each game:
Winning Pick 3 numbers from April 19 drawing
Day: 6-2-0, Fireball: 6
Evening: 4-1-7, Fireball: 5
Check Pick 3 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Pick 4 numbers from April 19 drawing
Day: 7-6-9-4, Fireball: 4
Evening: 8-1-5-6, Fireball: 6
Check Pick 4 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Cash 5 numbers from April 19 drawing
02-21-32-35-37
Check Cash 5 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Double Play numbers from April 19 drawing
18-26-27-31-42
Winning Millionaire for Life numbers from April 19 drawing
32-42-52-53-55, Bonus: 05
Check Millionaire for Life payouts and previous drawings here.
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Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your lottery prize
All North Carolina Lottery retailers will redeem prizes up to $599.
For prizes over $599, winners can submit winning tickets through the mail or in person at North Carolina Lottery Offices. By mail, send a prize claim form, your signed lottery ticket, copies of a government-issued photo ID and social security card to: North Carolina Education Lottery, P.O. Box 41606, Raleigh, NC 27629. Prize claims less than $600 do not require copies of photo ID or a social security card.
To submit in person, sign the back of your ticket, fill out a prize claim form and deliver the form, along with your signed lottery ticket and government-issued photo ID and social security card to any of these locations:
- Asheville Regional Office & Claim Center: 16-G Regent Park Blvd., Asheville, NC 28806, 877-625-6886 press #1. Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. This office can cash prizes up to $99,999.
- Greensboro Regional Office & Claim Center: 20A Oak Branch Drive, Greensboro, NC 27407, 877-625-6886 press #2. Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. This office can cash prizes up to $99,999.
- Charlotte Regional Office & Claim Center: 5029-A West W. T. Harris Blvd., Charlotte, NC 28269-1861, 877-625-6886 press #3. Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. This office can cash prizes up to $99,999.
- NC Lottery Headquarters: Raleigh Claim Center & Regional Office, 2728 Capital Blvd., Suite 144, Raleigh, NC 27604, 877-625-6886 press #4. Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. This office can cash prizes of any amount.
- Greenville Regional Office & Claim Center: 2790 Dickinson Avenue, Suite A, Greenville, NC 27834, 877-625-6886 press #5. Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. This office can cash prizes up to $99,999.
- Wilmington Regional Office & Claim Center: 123 North Cardinal Drive Extension, Suite 140, Wilmington, NC 28405, 877-625-6886 press #6. Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. This office can cash prizes up to $99,999.
Check previous winning numbers and payouts at https://nclottery.com/.
When are the North Carolina Lottery drawings held?
- Powerball: 10:59 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
- Mega Millions: 11 p.m. Tuesday and Friday.
- Lucky for Life: 10:38 p.m. daily.
- Pick 3, 4: 3:00 p.m. and 11:22 p.m. daily.
- Cash 5: 11:22 p.m. daily.
- Millionaire for Life: 11:15 p.m. daily.
This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a Carolina Connect editor. You can send feedback using this form.
The North Carolina Tar Heels will be a young program across the board next season, with well over two dozen freshmen and numerous additions from the transfer portal this offseason. Expectations for the 2026 season are lowered dramatically after a disastrous first season for head coach Bill Belichick, though those expectations could help the Tar Heels fly under the radar.
As the Tar Heels approach the end of spring ball, it is time to look at the veterans of the team—the ones who have the experience to lead, especially on the defensive side of the ball. Let’s look at three underrated seniors for the 2026 football season.
Ade Willie, Cornerback
Willie joins the Tar Heels program after four years with Michigan State, as the former 4-star player in the 2022 recruiting class gets an opportunity to not only provide depth to the secondary, but potentially start Week 0 against TCU.
Willie played in over 30 games with the Spartans and brings experience in the secondary at cornerback and safety, along with quality length and closing speed to the football. For a defense that needs players to step up, the redshirt senior from IMG Academy will be asked to do so.
Isaiah Johnson, Defensive Lineman
The defensive line is beginning to look like one of the Tar Heels’ strengths for the 2026 season. Johnson, a former transfer from Arizona, enters his redshirt senior year looking to add another year of production after 40 tackles and two sacks this past season.
North Carolina has an impressive group of starters with Malkart Abou-Jaoude, Leroy Jackson, and incoming transfer Jaylen Harvey. Johnson adds value to the group as a run defender with the ability to penetrate the pocket. While not discussed as a key player, Johnson’s name will be used plenty during the regular season as a potential standout for the program’s defensive front.
Coleman Bryson, Safety
Bryson was a reserve player for the Tar Heels’ secondary last season as a big nickel defender in the rotation. Heading into his redshirt senior year, the former Minnesota Gopher is looking to become a full-time starter in the secondary.
It wasn’t long ago when Bryson was making plays as the 2022 Pinstripe Bowl Defensive MVP. His special teams abilities were valuable for North Carolina last season, and he flashed at times in coverage against tight ends, including a pass breakup in the season-opener against TCU. The Waynesville, North Carolina, native could be a key defender on the back-seven in 2026.
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