Press Releases Press Release Terms - Any -AllCOVID-19Emergency ResponseEscapes or AssaultsEspanolGeneralHurricane DorianHurricane FlorenceHurricane MatthewLaw EnforcementPandemic ReliefReadyNCRecoveryReentry ServicesSchool SafetyState Capitol PoliceTropical Storm Michael Hazardous Roads and Power Outages Remain After Winter Storm Saturday, January 22, 2022 at 12:00 PM Governor Cooper cautioned people to stay home today and stay safe, as most roads remain snow and ice covered, and thousands of homes and businesses in some coastal counties are without power. Governor and State Officials Urge Caution During Winter Weather Friday, January 21, 2022 at 12:00 PM Governor Roy Cooper and state officials are advising residents to not let their guard down, as the worst part of this winter storm is still to come later today and tomorrow. Laura Howard Named General Counsel of Department of Public Safety Friday, January 21, 2022 at 12:00 PM Department of Public Safety Secretary Eddie M. Buffaloe Jr. has named Laura Howard as DPS general counsel. Howard will begin her new position on Jan. 24. As general counsel, she will lead the DPS legal team. Prisons Completes Booster Initiative for Eligible Offenders Thursday, January 20, 2022 at 12:00 PM The N.C. Division of Prisons has completed the administration of COVID-19 booster shots to all offenders who consented to the inoculation and were eligible as of Friday, Jan. 13, 2022. Governor Cooper Declares State of Emergency Before Second Winter Storm Thursday, January 20, 2022 at 12:00 PM Governor Roy Cooper has signed a state of emergency in advance of the second winter storm to move through the state in a week. Beginning Thursday, snow, sleet, freezing rain and ice are expected to cause significant winter impacts in central and eastern regions of the state. Bertie Correctional Offender Dies of Apparent Suicide Wednesday, January 19, 2022 at 12:00 PM Bertie Correctional Institution offender Jeffrey A. Jacobs (#0684801) has died after an apparent suicide. Governor Cooper and State Officials Urge Caution During Winter Weather Sunday, January 16, 2022 at 12:00 PM As a powerful winter storm moves through the state today, Governor Roy Cooper and state officials urged people to stay home and stay safe, and to exercise caution if your power goes out. State Officials Urge Final Preparations for Winter Storm Saturday, January 15, 2022 at 12:00 PM Governor Cooper and state officials are urging North Carolina residents to complete their preparations today for the incoming winter storm, which will cause substantial impacts across the state beginning in the mountains tonight. Governor Cooper Urges Preparation in Advance of Winter Storm and Signs State of Emergency Friday, January 14, 2022 at 12:00 PM Governor Roy Cooper is urging people across North Carolina to prepare for a significant incoming winter storm and has signed a state of emergency in advance of the storm’s arrival. Adult Correction Continues to Administer Booster Shots to All Offenders Friday, January 14, 2022 at 12:00 PM The N.C. Division of Prisons is ensuring that all offenders who are eligible to receive a COVID-19 booster shot – and who have consented to be vaccinated – are inoculated as soon as possible over the next several days. Pagination First page « First Previous page ‹‹ … Page 4 Page 5 Page 6 Page 7 Current page 8 Page 9 Page 10 Page 11 Page 12 … Next page ›› Last page Last » Subscribe to Press Releases