Fact-Check the Political Ads in NC Senate Race


 

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Senator Kay Hagan and Republican challenger Thom Tillis are ironing out key points of their argument ahead of their next debate Tuesday, October 6. The race is heating up with more political ads, but WCCB’s political contributor Mary C. Curtis says fact-check when you see them.

Minority Voters Sought In North Carolina Senate Race

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Political Contributor Mary C. Curtis has been monitoring the NC senate race and says candidates Thom Tillis and Kay Hagan are looking to attract minority voters. She looks at one of the largest minority voting blocks in the state.

 

Polls and the N.C. Senate Seat Battle

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Recent polls show incumbent Democrat Kay Hagan taking a lead in the US senate race. The next debate between Hagan and Thom Tillis is just weeks away. WCCB’s Political Contributor Mary C. Curtis has been watching the polls and fills us in on what’s next.

Political Implications of President Obama’s Plan to Defeat ISIS

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — President Obama is coming to prime time with plans to defeat the threat of ISIS and discuss what the US intends to do about it, with or without congressional approval. WCCB’s Political Contributor Mary C. Curtis talks about the domestic political implications of the the president’s move.

Highlights & Low Blows of First Senate Debate: Hagan v. Tillis


CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The first of three senate debates between candidates Senator Kay Hagan and House Speaker Thom Tillis is in the books. As with all debates, there were highlights and low blows. So, did their arguments give them enough momentum? Our WCCB Polticial Contributor Mary C. Curtis breaks down what worked and what didn’t. Hagan and Tillis weren’t at odds over everything – they agreed that President Obama needs to take action against ISIS.

Preps Begin for Wednesday’s U.S. Senate Debate

CHARLOTTE, N.C.-   The mid-term election season is in full swing. Election Day is just over two months away. Incumbent Senator Kay Hagan is in a tight race against state House Speaker Thom Tillis. Ahead of tonight’s debate, we’re talking with WCCB Political Contributor Mary C. Curtis about what’s at stake.

How the President’s Visit Impacts the N.C. Senate Race

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — President Obama brings executive orders to Charlotte for veterans. His visit comes as a heated Senate race brews in North Carolina. Thom Tillis and Kay Hagan are wooing the state’s large veteran population. WCCB Political Contributor Mary C. Curtis looks at how closely the president’s message will impact the race.

Could What Happened In Ferguson, Happen In Charlotte?


CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The riots and protests in Ferguson, Missouri over the death over unarmed teen Michael Brown by a police officer are resonating far beyond the St. Louis suburban city.

WCCB’s Political Contributor Mary C. Curtis looks at if the events in Ferguson could happen here in Charlotte.

Concern and Compassion After Missionaries in Contact With Ebola Return


CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Mixed emotion this morning after missionaries directly exposed to the Ebola outbreak in Liberia returned.

They’re being quarantined at an RV camp on SIM USA’s campus. Mary C. Curtis says even though they’re not showing any signs of the virus, there’s still some concern.

North Carolina voting law a topic and controversy across borders


North Carolina’s Voter ID Law is becoming a hot topic across state borders. Whether they’re for or against it, many people are weighing in. WCCB’s Political Columnist Mary C. Curtis dissects the issue.