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Western North Carolina asks, where's the money?
The federal government promised over $9 billion in a bill passed by Congress, but months later, very little of that money has reached western N.C.
With the speed of the local news cycle, it's easy to forget that the politicians who represent us and the influencers in our communities are more than just soundbites. Veteran North Carolina reporter and anchor Tim Boyum is loosening his signature bow tie for candid conversations with power players from across the state. In "Tying It Together," Tim uncovers what makes these newsmakers tick, explores some of their most fascinating life stories, and helps all of us get a better grasp on the issues affecting our community.
Tim Boyum
@TimBoyumTV
"Capital Tonight" host for Spectrum News
Tim Boyum may have grown up in Minnesota, but he has always been a UNC basketball fan at heart. Spending most of his childhood and teen years sporting a Tar Heels hat, it’s no shock that Tim agreed to move to North Carolina before ever stepping foot in the state. Seventeen years later, he can’t imagine living anywhere else.
Since moving here, Tim has focused on delivering a fair and objective look at North Carolina's politics and the many ways in which these stories affect our daily lives. During Tim’s impressive tenure as a reporter, the 2016 election cycle emerged as a standout moment. After hours of live coverage from the floors of both the Democratic and Republican National Convention, Tim was recognized as one of the top capitol reporters in the country.
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The federal government promised over $9 billion in a bill passed by Congress, but months later, very little of that money has reached western N.C.
The two talk about a bill Sen. Chaudhuri filed in wrestler Ric Flair’s name and another bill that would ban student cell phones in schools.
We hope you enjoy this time out from politics to learn more about North Carolina’s deep basketball heritage.
Low faith and trust in elections is widespread, but North Carolina’s elections are more successful than many other states, according to a recent study
The stories go back to the 1800s when the publisher was involved heavily in Democratic politics and even white supremacy.
She highlights working with Gov. Roy Cooper as a key reason for her success in North Carolina during COVID-19.
“But I am optimistic that we may find ways to address some things that we may not have in the past," Sen. Berger told Tim Boyum on Gov. Josh Stein.
“The burden for unaffiliated candidates to get on the ballot, I believe, is too high right now. The bar is too high right now,” Shelane Etchison said.
Next year, North Carolina will host what is expected to be the most important and expensive U.S. Senate race in the country.
At just 37, he’s the state’s youngest speaker ever, and he’s not afraid to be frank.
Former Senior White House Deputy Press Secretary Andrew Bates takes Tim behind-the-scenes of working in the high-pressure job.
"Gerrymandering isn’t about the number of states, it’s about the number of districts carved up by politicians in each state," he said.
Host Tim Boyum spent several days there during the recent snowstorm, sitting down with three newly elected members of Congress from North Carolina.
Republican strategist Paul Shumaker offered insights on Governor Cooper’s possible senate run, and potential 2028 gubernatorial candidates.
A Tying It Together tradition — Billy Warden and Brian Lewis join Tim for yet another hilarious, and somehow, informative look at 2024.
What does it mean to be liberal or conservative? Do those terms automatically connect to Democrat and Republican?
Sen. Batch said she believes the state is much more purple than the legislature is made to believe due to gerrymandering.
John Hood discusses the early days of launching one of the state's first think tanks, and the impact all think tanks have in today’s political world.
On this week’s episode, top North Carolina Democratic strategist Morgan Jackson joins Tim Boyum to break down the 2024 election from his perspective.
Experts join host Tim Boyum to discuss how economic policy and promises likely shaped the outcome of the 2024 presidential election.
As host Tim Boyum continues to look at the results of the 2024 election, Republican Jim Blaine joins him to offer his perspective on why Trump won.
Taylor Popielarz and Cassie Semyon reveal the struggles and triumphs of their journey on the road, week after week, for months on end.
The two touch on topics like whether the election was fair and secure, and what Trump will focus on first in January.
Republicans are seeing higher numbers, but are they new voters or just voters that previously voted on election day?
Karen Brinson Bell discusses Helene's impact across western North Carolina and the election.
Tom Jensen, from Public Policy Polling, and Dr. Scott Huffmon, from Winthrop University, are on hand with the latest trends on key N.C. races.
Tim wraps up his cross-country EV trip.
Host Tim Boyum attempts a cross-country trip in an electric vehicle.
Host Tim Boyum attempts a cross-country trip in an electric vehicle.
Host Tim Boyum attempts a cross-country trip in an electric vehicle.
Host Tim Boyum attempts a cross-country trip in an electric vehicle.
Host Tim Boyum attempts a cross-country trip in an electric vehicle.
Host Tim Boyum attempts a cross-country trip in an electric vehicle.
Carter Wrenn has been a fixture in Republican circles for over four decades, starting with Ronald Reagan’s 1976 campaign in North Carolina.
A former presidential campaign fundraiser explains common misconceptions and the thought that money drives candidate decision making.
Chris Cooper from Western Carolina University joins host Tim Boyum to talk about his new book, “Anatomy of a Purple State.”
Four years after his U.S. Senate race and personal turmoil collided, Democrat Cal Cunningham sits down to open up about that period in his life.
Durham Mayor Leo Williams joins host Tim Boyum this week for a behind-the-scenes look at what that experience was like.
Whatley provides a behind-the-scenes look at an eventful political summer, including the recent Republican National Convention.
Host Tim Boyum and Tom Jensen with Public Policy Polling about the status of some races in North Carolina.
