The new North Carolina General Assembly starts its work next week in Raleigh. During the next edition of Carolina Journal Radio, Becki Gray discusses some of the top issues state lawmakers will address in their next legislative session.

Rick Henderson will analyze former Gov. Mike Easley’s efforts to get his law license restored after his felony plea on a campaign-finance charge. You’ll also hear new Gov. Pat McCrory share his concerns about state government’s outdated computer systems and deteriorating buildings.

At the federal level, N.C. State political scientist Andrew Taylor offers a congressional preview, while Ohio Northern University law professor Scott Gerber shares highlights from U.S. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas’ first 20 years on the bench.