Wake schools' funding is a hot potato at League's fall dinner
Election 2006: Wake Commissioner.
Sept. 13, 2006
Board ran afoul of the law
But no 'corrupt intent' is found in the Chatham County Board of Elections breaking state Open Meetings rules.
Sept. 12, 2006
Chatham ballot item wording altered
The measure, which goes to voters in November, concerns how county commissioners are elected.
Sept. 7, 2006
Johnston relaxes rules on signs
County won't fine early campaigners.
Sept. 6, 2006
All the Election Day drama is in state and local races
If you have a distaste for political advertising, you might not want to open your mailbox, answer the telephone or watch the commercial breaks during your favorite TV shows. This weekend ushers in the unofficial start of election season.
Sept. 5, 2006
Hearing set on Chatham ballot item
Groups urge rewording a measure on how county commissioners are elected.
Sept. 2, 2006
Groups worry over wording
Chatham measure feared confusing.
Sept. 1, 2006
District attorney's race may attract Duke vote
Two Duke University juniors on opposite sides of the political spectrum two years ago during the presidential race are walking lock step down the campaign trail this fall.
Aug. 29, 2006
2 new voting places announced in Wake
The Wake County Board of Elections has established two new voting places in Wake County. Voters in the following precincts will be voting at:
Aug. 25, 2006
Judicial elections will go ahead
But Wake Superior districts in dispute.
Aug. 24, 2006
Voting by district will go on fall ballot in Chatham
The county will decide whether to abandon the at-large election of commissioners.
Aug. 23, 2006
Chatham plans spark a protest
Opponents say changes are a political ploy.
Aug. 22, 2006
Anyone-but-Nifong drive takes shape
A committee formed Wednesday will raise money to have anyone but Mike Nifong appointed the next district attorney, and a lawyer announced that he will wage a write-in candidacy for the job.
Aug. 10, 2006
Chatham County's attorney gave to 2 commissioners
Chatham County's attorney donated to two Chatham County commissioners' re-election campaigns.
Aug. 10, 2006
Proposed Chatham lines raising a few eyebrows
New districts get a lot of scrutiny.
Aug. 8, 2006
Cheek passes on run for DA
Even if elected, says he won't serve.
July 28, 2006
Chatham GOP wants elections by district
The Chatham County Republican Party has asked the county to begin electing its commissioners by districts. Supporters say the move would give residents of the western part of the county more power, but opponents say it would disenfranchise blacks.
July 19, 2006
Durham DA challenge still in doubt
While some political supporters are tiring of his indecision, Durham lawyer Lewis Cheek says whether or not he runs against District Attorney Mike Nifong has more to do with his obligation to his current legal clients than his desire to be the count
July 19, 2006
Johnston to decide future of official
Elections director is under scrutiny.
July 14, 2006
