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Internet price hikes for low-income Americans could begin in May as federal funds run dry, FCC says

(CNN) -- The US government says that next month it can only pay about half of what low-income Americans are eligible for under a popular federal benefits program that is running out of money -- a crisis that threatens to plunge millions of households into economic distress within weeks.

By Brian Fung, CNN

Internet price hikes for low-income Americans could begin in May as federal funds run dry, FCC says

Biden's vow of affordable internet for all is threatened by the looming expiration of subsidies

The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), which provides $30 a month for qualifying families in most places and $75 on tribal lands, will run out of money by the end of April if Congress doesn't extend it further.

In Depth with Dan: Wilson is an oasis of affordable internet

Wilson County actually has its own municipal broadband provider, called Greenlight. For those who live elsewhere, other discount programs can help you get online.

In-Depth with Dan: Is internet access a luxury or utility?

WRAL anchor/reporter Dan Haggerty examines whether internet access in North Carolian is a luxury or utility.

VPN essentials: Privacy, security and provider picks

Explore the world of VPNs - from top providers like ExpressVPN and NordVPN to the allure of free options. Uncover how VPNs enhance security and privacy, and address the crucial question: do they really work?

Kaila Curry, Audience Engagement Producer

VPN essentials: Privacy, security and provider picks

Thieves caught on camera in copper theft spikes

Internet provider Brightspeed said nearly 80 thefts have occurred since May in Fayetteville and surrounding areas. They say the thefts are costing thousands in repairs and leaving people without phone and internet service.

Wilson Housing Authority works to combat techological disparity

On Tuesday, the Wilson Housing Authority provided 100 computers to Wilson County families who needed them. Some said it was the first time they've had internet access.

Wilson Housing Authority, Kramden Institute donate computers to bridge technology divides

The Wilson Housing Authority and the Kramden Institute are helping bridge a technology gap in Wilson by distributing 100 computers to families.

Heidi Kirk, WRAL eastern North Carolina reporter

Wilson Housing Authority, Kramden Institute donate computers to bridge technology divides

Gov. Cooper touts importance of high-speed internet, improving infrastructure at National Governors Association meeting

Gov. Roy Cooper Cooper said North Carolina received about $1 billion from the American Rescue Plan and is due to receive $1.5 billion from the Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment Program to help expand internet access.

Mark Bergin, WRAL senior multiplatform producer

Gov. Cooper touts importance of high-speed internet, improving infrastructure at National Governors Association meeting

‘It’s time to end the digital divide’: NC uses grant funding to address high-speed internet accessibility

Tuesday, a workshop of government and industry leaders discussed North Carolina’s broadband concerns. According to the N.C. Department of Information […]

'It's time to end the digital divide': NC uses grant funding to address high-speed internet accessibility

According to the N.C. Department of Information Technology Division of Broadband and Digital Equity, 1.1 million North Carolina households lack access to high-speed internet, cannot afford it or do not have the skills needed to advantage of the digital economy.

Destinee Patterson, WRAL multimedia journalist

'It's time to end the digital divide': NC uses grant funding to address high-speed internet accessibility

State, local leaders meet to connect more people to the internet, end digital divide

$24 million coming to Robeson, Scotland counties for high-speed internet

Money from the US Department of Agriculture will be used to build a fiber network connecting nearly 14-thousand people, businesses and schools in rural communities.

'This is a big day:' Cooper announces $200 million investment for equitable access to broadband internet in NC

More than a million people in North Carolina don't have access to high speed internet, and the investment would fund 69 counties -- bringing broadband to nearly 85,000 households and more than 2,400 businesses across the state.

Sarah Kreuger, WRAL Durham reporter

'This is a big day:' Cooper announces $200 million investment for equitable access to broadband internet in NC

Durham leaders want everyone to have internet access

City leaders in Durham want to bridge the so-called "digital divide," providing everybody with access to the internet.

Lora Lavigne, WRAL reporter

Durham leaders want everyone to have internet access

Some in Apex without cell phone, internet service after fiber line cut

Many people in Apex have lost internet access and cellular phone service on Tuesday after a fiber line was cut.

Despite growing fiber network, some in Rocky Mount worry about digital divide

A new effort to install a fiber network could soon bring high speed broadband throughout Rocky Mount. But some living in rural areas outside the city limits have concerns that the digital divide in their neighborhoods will keep growing.

As Rocky Mount prepares for new fiber internet network, rural areas face their own struggles with broadband access

A new effort to install a fiber network could soon bring high speed broadband throughout Rocky Mount.

Keenan Willard, WRAL eastern North Carolina reporter

As Rocky Mount prepares for new fiber internet network, rural areas face their own struggles with broadband access

NC to receive at least $100 million to improve high-speed internet access

Some $45 billion of funding under the infrastructure law will be allotted nationwide to improve access to high-speed internet. North Carolina is due to receive at least $100 million of that funding.

Federal government, Cooper announce "big" investment in NC broadband

U.S. Secretary of Commerce announced Friday the "Internet for All" initiative. $45 billion under the infrastructure law will be allotted nationwide to improve access to high speed internet. NC will get at least $100 million.

Gov. Cooper expected to make announcement on broadband internet access

Dozens of officers and deputies were at a home in Zebulon early Friday morning investigating a homicide after one man was killed in a shooting. A family friend said that a 40-year-old man was shot in the head behind his home after being robbed in his friend's yard.