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5 Things to Know: Gov. Cooper Vetoes Power Grab Bill

Gov. Roy Cooper vetoed SB 382, the so-called Disaster Relief Bill that includes a number of measures stripping incoming Democrats of power.

Hot homes: 5 houses for sale in Charlotte ranging from $310K to $875K

Listings include features with open floor plans, walk-in closets, colorful kitchen cabinets, large backyards, porches and patios.

Abortion Bans Are Top Of Mind For Young women in North Carolina as they consider Harris or Trump

TikTok videos of women turned away from emergency rooms because of state abortion bans haunt one young female voter in North Carolina.

Fact Check: Viral social media post claims Helene-related NC election changes are attempts to cheat

It's time for a fact-check of North Carolina politics. Election Day is just under two weeks away, but people are already casting ballots in North Carolina. Following Hurricane Helene's devastation, the state eased some rules in western North Carolina to ...

How Josh Stein’s Judaism plays into his campaign for North Carolina governor

In the waning days of the campaign, Stein attended Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur services at Temple Beth Or, a Reform congregation in Raleigh to which his family belongs. “It was a welcome opportunity to take a step back from the campaign and reflect on broader things,” Stein said.

White House Launches New Actions To Support Hurricane Helene Recovery

The White House is launching a new "community liaisons" program in North Carolina to help with Hurricane Helene recovery.

2024 North Carolina Labor Commissioner election: Meet the candidates in the race

Winston says the Department of Labor has been too “employer-centric” under GOP leadership to the detriment of workers. Farley says the department needs to strike a balance between safety needs and regulatory burdens to prevent jobs from being moved outside North Carolina.

Carlton Farms project ‘is a match made in heaven’

People make deals, not companies. It’s relational,” said John Barker Jr., president and chief development officer of Red Rock Developments, as he spoke at the Oct. 17 Power in Partnership Breakfast. He began as he encourages company employees,

Tractor Trailer Fire on I-77 Causes Major Delays for Charlotte Commuters as Lanes Close Near Westinghouse Boulevard

A tractor trailer fire on I-77 near Westinghouse Blvd in Charlotte caused major traffic delays and road closures.

FORECAST: Expect sunny, mild temperatures over the next several days

Starting off a few degrees warmer this morning compared to yesterday, but overall, it was a very similar scenario.

4 things we learned from Tony Bennett's retirement announcement

From left to right, Jim Ryan, University of Virginia's President, and Robert Hardie, Rector of UVa's Board of Visitors, attend a press conference where Tony Bennett, the UVa Basketball's Head Coach, announces his retirement from coaching at John Paul Jones Arena during a press conference on Friday, Oct. 18, 2024.

Election 2024: North Carolina Governor candidates answer your questions

We sent out questionnaires and interviewed candidates prior to the 2024 election in November. You can see their unedited responses below.Please note, these ans

I-77 South Closed Due To Tractor Trailer On Fire

I-77 southbound is closed near Westinghouse Boulevard due to a tractor trailer on fire, according to the Charlotte Fire Department.

Charlotte Catholic Students Disciplined For Bullying In Locker Room

Charlotte Catholic is investigating three bullying incidents involving members of the high school’s football team.

North Carolina man’s name mixed up in during early voting

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (NBC, KYMA/KECY) - Early voting is underway in North Carolina, but one Charlotte man was stunned to learn his vote was already processed when he arrived to cast his ballot.

Balenciaga Unveils First North Carolina Store in Charlotte’s SouthPark Mall

Balenciaga opened its first North Carolina store in Charlotte's SouthPark Mall, positioned near other luxury brands.

GOP ads on transgender rights are dominating airwaves in the election's closing days

The ad spending, which includes at least $17 million by the Trump campaign, is part of a broader Republican strategy casting the Democratic Party as taking transgender rights to extremes.

UNC System confronts damages from Helene, which could cost $33 million

Asheville, and Western Carolina University were all shut down by Helene. The storm’s flooding and mudslides damaged buildings and cut water, electricity, and power at some of the campuses.

Where to Watch Charlotte vs. Navy on TV or Streaming Live – Oct. 19

On Saturday at 3:30 p.m. ET, the Navy Midshipmen (5-0) will take on Jairus Mack and the Charlotte 49ers (3-3). Read on below for all the details on how to watch this game on CBS Sports Network. Watch college football live without cable.

Businesses Scramble to Address Child Care Crisis

Without state help, many business leaders and parents fear “catastrophic impact” as child care options dwindle.

Angie Harmon's daughter Avery Sehorn's charges are DROPPED four months after teen's shock arrest

This comes four months after the 19-year-old was arrested on allegations that she broke into a nightclub and stole around $500 of liquor.

Hockey returns to the Coliseum in Greensboro

The ECHL approved an expansion application from Greensboro for admittance into the league. The city's team will begin playing in the 2025-26 season. The team has not been named yet. It will be owned, managed, and operated by Zawyer Sports & Entertainment.

At this Shelby town festival, it’s all about love for liver mush

The town of Shelby will celebrate a local delicacy this weekend called liver mush. The unusual dish primarily contains pig liver and cornmeal, and has deep roots in the town.

NC Democrats, California Gov. Gavin Newsom join early voters at UNC Charlotte

Early voting in North Carolina began on Thursday and Vice President Harris’ campaign held two events in Charlotte to encourage people to vote early, as Democrats try to shore up turnout in a blue county where it’s traditionally low.

Saturday’s Powerball jackpot climbs to $437 million

Lottery players in North Carolina can have fun this weekend with a $437 million Powerball jackpot up for grabs.

As season nears, UNC-Asheville women's basketball grapples with impacts from Helene

Under first-year coach Tynesha Lewis, the Bulldogs have become nomadic since Helene, taking up residency in a Charlotte hotel and practicing in whatever gym is available.

Buttigieg to visit western NC Thursday with Cooper

Gov. Roy Cooper and Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg will tour areas hit hard by Helene to ensure mountain communities are getting the support they need.

Statewide Outage Leaves Charlotte Residents Frustrated And Waiting On NCDMV

A system outage slowed what some feel is an already slow system. Charlotte residents are frustrated with long DMV wait times and want a change.

Green, Morrow battle for state superintendent

Mo Green touts his experience in public education as foundational in preparing him to hold the office of state superintendent and the basis for his vision to improve the public school system.

16-Year-Old To Be Charged In Fatal Ashe County Crash

Charges are pending against a 16-year-old in connection to a fatal collision in Ashe County on Wednesday morning.

Bananas are in danger of going extinct, but there could be a solution

Chiquita is working on a solution that would keep bananas around but experts say it could potentially alter their taste and texture.

First flu-related death reported in North Carolina; vaccinations available to prevent sickness

Vaccinations are available at pharmacies, private medical offices, some federally qualified healthcare centers and local health departments.

‘Just mayhem.’ Working to reopen national forests after Helene

U.S. Forest Service and conservation groups work to shore up and reopen national forests and assist nearby N.C. communities after Helene.

Mecklenburg commissioners approve renaming of building to honor county’s first Black program administrator

Mecklenburg Board of County Commissioners approves renaming of Wallace H. Kuralt Center to Catherine M. Wilson Center.

Rising’s Joe Duncan Gets Down To The Afrobeat At NC Dance District

Afrobeat is a West African music genre.It fuses influences from Nigerianand Ghanaian music, with American funk, jazz, and soul influences.

How to vote in North Carolina in 2024. Election Day is Nov. 5, early voting starts Oct. 17

WUNC is providing helpful information about what you need to vote, and the location of your early voting or precinct polling sites.

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