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Under the Dome is hosted by The News & Observer. The show is categorised under news (government) and has published 322 episodes.

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Under the Dome has published 322 episodes.

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Under the Dome

Hosted by The News & Observer · news · EN · 322 episodes

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Each week, the Under the Dome team at The News & Observer brings you the most in-depth analysis of topics in state government and politics for North Carolina. Learn more at newsobserver.com/dome

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Under the Dome is a news podcast hosted by The News & Observer, with 322 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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Under the Dome
Changes coming to UNC as fall semester begins
Aug 18, 202622 min
On this Aug. 18, 2026 episode of The News & Observer's Under the Dome politics podcast, host and Capitol bureau chief Dawn Vaughan talks with higher education reporter Jane Winik Sartwell and democracy reporter Kyle Ingram. As major universities begin the fall semester, what UNC faces as enrollment grows. Plus other higher ed news, NC Gov. Josh Stein's vetoes of elections and courts bills, and our picks for Headliner of the Week. Host: Dawn Vaughan Guests:  Jane Winik Sartwell & Kyle Ingram Producer: Kevin Keister Want even more North Carolina politics news? Our Under the Dome newsletter dives deep into all things #ncpol and legislative happenings. It’s sent to your inbox Sunday to Friday. Sign up here. Please consider supporting local journalism with a subscription to The N&O. If you’re already a subscriber, thank you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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The future of Congressman Chuck Edwards' NC11 seat
Aug 11, 202626 min
On this Aug. 11, 2026 episode of The News & Observer's Under the Dome politics podcast, host and Capitol bureau chief Dawn Vaughan is joined by Congressional impact reporter Danielle Battaglia to talk about the future of the 11th District of the US House after Rep. Chuck Edwards dropped out of the race. Stay tuned to the end for their picks for Headliner of the Week. Host: Dawn Vaughan Guest: Danielle Battaglia Producer: Kevin Keister Want even more North Carolina politics news? Our Under the Dome newsletter dives deep into all things #ncpol and legislative happenings. It’s sent to your inbox Sunday to Friday. Sign up here. Please consider supporting local journalism with a subscription to The N&O. If you’re already a subscriber, thank you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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NC House is back, with a to-do list from the Senate
Aug 4, 202626 min
On this Aug. 4, 2026 episode of The News & Observer's North Carolina politics podcast, Under the Dome, host and Capitol bureau chief Dawn Vaughan talks with legislative/lobbying reporter Esther Frances and politics intern Ronni Butts about the House's return. What the Senate sent them to vote on, including elections, reg reform and budget corrections bills, before the General Assembly wraps for the summer. Stay tuned to the end for their picks for Headliner of the Week. Host: Dawn Vaughan Guest: Esther Frances & Ronni Butts Producer: Kevin Keister Want even more North Carolina politics news? Our Under the Dome newsletter dives deep into all things #ncpol and legislative happenings. It’s sent to your inbox Sunday to Friday. Sign up here. Please consider supporting local journalism with a subscription to The N&O. If you’re already a subscriber, thank you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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New ICE detention center coming to NC
Jul 28, 202624 min
On this July 28, 2026 episode of The News & Observer's Under the Dome politics podcast, host and Capitol bureau chief Dawn Vaughan is joined by legislative and lobbying reporter Esther Frances and politics intern Ronni Butts. They talk about the potential impact a new ICE detention center reportedly coming to Eastern NC, as well as DEQ regulation changes in the budget and ABC Commission considering liquor pricing. Stay tuned to the end for our Headliner of the Week. Host: Dawn Vaughan Guests: Esther Frances & Ronni Butts Producer: Kevin Keister Want even more North Carolina politics news? Our Under the Dome newsletter dives deep into all things #ncpol and legislative happenings. It’s sent to your inbox Sunday to Friday. Sign up here. Please consider supporting local journalism with a subscription to The N&O. If you’re already a subscriber, thank you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Budget, veto, and a switch-up at the auditor's office
Jul 14, 202619 min
On this July 14, 2026 episode of The News & Observer's Under the Dome politics podcast, host and higher education reporter Jane Winik Sartwell is joined by democracy reporter Kyle Ingram and legislative and lobbying reporter Esther Frances to talk about the new state budget, a recent veto from the governor's office, early voting and a high-profile reassignment at the state auditor's office. Stay tuned to the end for their picks for Headliner of the Week. Host: Jane Winik Sartwell Guests: Kyle Ingram & Esther Frances Producer: Kevin Keister Want even more North Carolina politics news? Our Under the Dome newsletter dives deep into all things #ncpol and legislative happenings. It’s sent to your inbox Sunday to Friday. Sign up here. Please consider supporting local journalism with a subscription to The N&O. If you’re already a subscriber, thank you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Changes coming to UNC as fall semester begins

The future of Congressman Chuck Edwards' NC11 seat

NC House is back, with a to-do list from the Senate

New ICE detention center coming to NC

Budget, veto, and a switch-up at the auditor's office

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Changes coming to UNC as fall semester begins

The future of Congressman Chuck Edwards' NC11 seat

NC House is back, with a to-do list from the Senate

New ICE detention center coming to NC

Budget, veto, and a switch-up at the auditor's office

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Changes coming to UNC as fall semester begins

The future of Congressman Chuck Edwards' NC11 seat

NC House is back, with a to-do list from the Senate

New ICE detention center coming to NC

Budget, veto, and a switch-up at the auditor's office

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Changes coming to UNC as fall semester begins

The future of Congressman Chuck Edwards' NC11 seat

NC House is back, with a to-do list from the Senate

New ICE detention center coming to NC

Budget, veto, and a switch-up at the auditor's office

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