Roy Cooper Talks Iran War, Low Prices, Health Care, Data Centers in Fayetteville Stop
The Democratic former governor, now running for U.S. Senate, says the 2026 campaign ‘is going to be a tough, close race’ against Republican Michael Whatley.
Troy McDuffie Wins Democratic Primary for Cumberland County Sheriff
Troy McDuffie won the Democratic primary for Cumberland County Sheriff, defeating incumbent Johnathan Morgan and two other challengers.
Democratic Sheriff Candidates Report Modest Fundraising Ahead of Primary
New campaign finance reports show wide gaps in fundraising among the four Democrats running for Cumberland County Sheriff, with incumbent Johnathan Morgan far outpacing his challengers.
Meet the 4 Democrats Running for Cumberland County Sheriff
Sheriff Johnathan Morgan and three challengers are vying for the Democratic nomination to lead the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office. The primary winner faces a Republican in November.
Here Is Who Has Filed For Office in Cumberland County’s 2026 Elections
December 19 update: In the last hours of filing, Mario Benavente and William Wesley filed for county commissioner; Rob Hasty and Jonathan C. Strange filed for judge; and Venus de la Cruz, Ronald Pittman, and Clarence Goins filed for the legislature.

