The bill, which could be headed to the Senate floor soon, notably has the backing of Senate leader Phil Berger this year.

That’s less than any year since at least 2015, but it is still noteworthy because the permits are no longer needed to carry a ...

North Carolina state Sen. Danny Britt, a Robeson County Republican, promotes his legislation easing gun access requirements at the Legislative Building in Raleigh, N.C., on Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2023.

The North Carolina Senate passed legislation Thursday that would allow people to carry a concealed handgun in the state without getting a permit. Senators voted Thursday afternoon along party ...