North Carolina Black Press Roundup – Top Headlines From the Past Week
The Carolinian, The Triangle Tribune and Carolina Call News
Coverage period: November 4–10, 2026
Education, Black arts, community health and opportunities for emerging filmmakers lead this week’s North Carolina Black press roundup.
DoRaleigh.com reviewed recent coverage from The Carolinian and The Triangle Tribune, along with featured content from Carolina Call News, to highlight stories worth reading across Raleigh, Durham and North Carolina.
Dates reflect publishers’ article listings. Some reports cover earlier events. Carolina Call’s undated commentary appears separately.
Top Stories From The Carolinian
Wake County Schools Weigh Screen Time and Technology Costs
Listed November 10 | Education | Coverage credited to WUNC
The Carolinian shares reporting on Wake County’s discussion of student laptops as the school board develops a purchasing strategy.
Students raised concerns about distractions and screen time. Principals described how devices support testing, accessible instruction and students who lack computers at home. The report identifies December as the anticipated point for district recommendations.
For Wake County families, the discussion could shape classroom learning, technology access and future school spending.
Read the story in The Carolinian.
NC State Exhibition Highlights Black Art and Family Legacy
Listed November 10 | Raleigh Arts and Culture | By Jordan Meadows
The Carolinian spotlights Maya Freelon’s “Grounded” exhibition at NC State’s Gregg Museum of Art & Design.
The exhibition brings together new installations and work spanning two decades, alongside connections to her father, architect Phil Freelon, and great-grandfather, artist Allan Freelon Sr.
The coverage connects a Raleigh cultural institution with a multigenerational creative legacy and programming centered on Black Southern heritage.
Read the exhibition coverage.
Durham Pink Brunch Celebrates Breast Cancer Survivors
Listed November 10 | Durham Community News
Lincoln Community Health Center and Sisters Network of the Triangle brought together more than 65 attendees, including over 45 breast cancer survivors, at an October 28 Pink Brunch, according to The Carolinian.
The gathering focused on encouragement, connection and survivor support. The report also notes a $500 contribution to Sisters Network of the Triangle.
The story highlights partnerships that help Durham residents find support beyond a medical appointment.
Creator Businesses Get Attention in SBA Coverage
Listed November 9 | Business | Coverage credited to Digiday
The Carolinian carries an explainer about Small Business Administration classification guidance for content creators.
The article examines how clearer industry classification may help creator-led businesses navigate support programs. It also notes that creators must still meet individual program requirements; classification does not automatically deliver funding.
The discussion is relevant to Triangle filmmakers, digital publishers and other content entrepreneurs.
Read the creator-business explainer.
Cherokee Veterans Cemetery Project Centers Service and Heritage
Listed November 8 | North Carolina Veterans | Coverage credited to WUNC
The Carolinian reports on the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians’ work toward North Carolina’s first tribal national veterans cemetery.
The coverage describes a $3.7 million federal grant and a design incorporating Cherokee cultural traditions, language and remembrance.
During Veterans Day week, the story offers a statewide perspective on honoring military service while preserving tribal identity.
Read the cemetery project coverage.
Top Stories From The Triangle Tribune
Young Voters Discuss Civic Participation Across Generations
Published November 9 | Local News | By Kylie Marsh
In “Is voting a generational habit?”, The Triangle Tribune examines youth civic engagement through the experiences of North Carolina Central University students.
The reporting explores voter education, family influences and campus efforts to help students understand how elections affect their lives.
For community organizations and educators, the story offers a closer look at the work involved in building lasting voting habits.
Film and Digital Storytelling Scholarships Announced
Published November 7 | Education and Creative Careers | Staff Reports
The Triangle Tribune reports that Seven Hillz Productions Foundation is offering two scholarship opportunities:
- Benjamin Moses, Jr. Scholarship: Up to $3,000 for eligible college students pursuing filmmaking and digital storytelling.
- Yvonne Temoney Scholarship: A $2,500 award supporting eligible female filmmakers and storytellers whose work highlights resilient women.
The article lists November 20 as the application deadline and December 18 for recipient notifications. Applicants should review the foundation’s current eligibility and submission requirements.
Read the scholarship announcement.
NCCU Football Earns a Dramatic Comeback Victory
Published November 7 | HBCU Sports | By NCCU Sports Information
The Triangle Tribune reports that North Carolina Central defeated Norfolk State 29–28, with quarterback Joshua Jones connecting with Mekhi Wall for the deciding touchdown with 27 seconds remaining.
The victory was the Eagles’ third straight and kept them tied atop the MEAC standings at the time of publication.
For Durham’s HBCU football fans, the finish added another memorable moment to the conference race.
Carolina Call News: Featured Commentary
Homepage Features Election Commentary by Dr. John E. Warren
Carolina Call News features commentary titled “Making November 3rd The True No Kings Day” by Dr. John E. Warren.
Publication note: No publication date was visible on the homepage, so this item cannot be confirmed as a November 4–10 release. It is included as featured commentary, separate from the dated weekly headlines.
Visit Carolina Call News for the featured item and available newspaper content.
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