WNC officials seek billions in federal aid for infrastructure and housing recovery
A bipartisan delegation from several WNC cities and counties is traveling to Washington D.C. to meet at the White House on the afternoon of Wednesday, Nov. 20.
Mack Brown intends to remain at North Carolina beyond 2024 season, per report
Mack Brown is reportedly set on returning to North Carolina for another year as the program's head coach in 2025.
Fluvanna man facing charges out of North Carolina
Officials seized electronic evidence and arrested 25-year-old Tyler Timothy Gregory. He had been charged with first-degree statutory sexual offense, first-degree sexual exploitation of a minor, and second-degree sexual exploitation of a minor in North Carolina.
How Hurricane Helene impacted North Carolina’s Christmas tree industry
NEWLAND, N.C. (WBTV) - A North Carolina Christmas tree is heading to the White House Wednesday after being harvested from one community just weeks after Hurricane Helene ripped through the area.
North Carolina football coach Mack Brown opens up on recent retirement rumors
North Carolina football coach Mack Brown, 73, talked about his view of retirement amid an up-and-down season in Chapel Hill.
North Carolina, BC likely to engage in ground-and-pound battle
After clinching bowl eligibility for the sixth consecutive season, North Carolina aims for a four-game win streak and its third straight road victory Saturday when it faces Atlantic Coast Conference foe Boston College in Chestnut Hill,
North Carolina Republicans Push to Seize Power From Top Democrats
The state’s Republican-controlled legislature passed a sweeping bill that would erode the power of the Democratic governor and attorney general and hand the G.O.P. more control over elections.
Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson, as acting governor, could try to sign power shift, Helene bill
Gov. Roy Cooper is in Washington, D.C., Wednesday pushing for hurricane funding, so under the state constitution, his out-of-state travel makes Lt. Gov. Robinson the acting governor. A source close to Robinson says he's considering trying to sign into law a bill expected to pass the N.
Feds charge a tech CEO, chosen by LAUSD to create an AI, in $10 million scheme
Carvalho called it the nation’s first AI-enabled ‘personal assistant’ that would boost academic improvement at LAUSD.
‘Selfie’ cub grabbed from Asheville tree released back into wild
An orphaned bear cub that was illegally grabbed by people for a photo op in western North Carolina has returned home.
Inside Samaritan Ministries: Beyond the “Can Film Festival”
The RiverRun International Film Festival and Marketplace Cinemas have rejoined forces to present the “Can Film Festival” on Saturday, December 7 at Marketplace Cinemas, 2095 Peters Creek Parkway, Winston-Salem.
Private School Vouchers are Unpopular, Failed Policy
On November 5, voters in three states rejected private school voucher measures on their ballots. A majority (58 percent) of voters in Nebraska chose to repeal a recently passed voucher
Sun Auto acquires four Tire Max locations in North Carolina
Sun Auto said this helps increase brand presence in the Southeast United States by adding to its existing seven-store presence in Virginia.
Brewery announces indefinite closure as ongoing threat brings fewer visitors and increases debts: 'It's going to be a difficult winter'
A little-known consequence of this event and others like it is the cost to business owners and their employees.
Hopewell deputy describes community resilience after Helene hit North Carolina: 'They did for each other'
A Hopewell sheriff’s deputy with decades of military and law enforcement experience told CBS 6 senior reporter Wayne Covil that his recent time in Western North Carolina will stay with him forever.
North Texas vs. East Carolina Football Prediction & Game Preview - Nov. 23
Preview the North Texas Mean Green vs. East Carolina Pirates college football matchup, with score predictions, stats, and game information.
North Carolina Supreme Court candidate sues state elections board
The race for a seat on the North Carolina Supreme Court remains too close to call as one of the candidates is now suing the North Carolina State Board of Elections.
Orange County murder suspect arrested in North Carolina
An 18-year-old accused of shooting a shooting and killing a 17-year-old in Orange County was arrested in North Carolina. Ja'Corey Latrieus Lowery allegedly shot and killed Arthy Cetoute earlier this year, according to the Orange County Sheriff's Office.
Amber Alert issued for 2 missing girls from North Carolina
HAYWOOD COUNTY, N.C. ( WBTV /Gray News) - An Amber Alert has been issued for two girls missing from Haywood County, North Carolina. Kinley Maelena Stepp, 3, and Alazay Shelby Rose, 12, are believed to be with Jacob Grant Aaron Stepp, according to authorities.
North Carolina vs. NC State Football Tickets, How to Watch & Game Info - Nov. 30
How to watch the North Carolina Tar Heels vs. NC State Wolfpack Nov. 30 college football game with tickets, start time, TV channel and live streaming information.
Accused drunk driver charged with murder in crash that killed North Carolina doctor
CALDWELL COUNTY, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — The Caldwell County community is mourning the loss of an area physician after he was struck and killed by an alleged drunk driver over the weekend, according to North Carolina State Highway Patrol and those who ...
Two-Time North Carolina State Champion Madison Bowen Announces Commitment to Marshall
Mid-distance freestyler and 2x North Carolina State Champion Madison Bowen has committed to join the herd at Marshall University for the fall of 2025.
North Carolina disaster agency under fire for slow hurricane response
“You guys are like a comedy of errors.” The embattled leader of North Carolina’s disaster recovery agency on Monday defended her office’s capacity to rebuild from Hurricane Helene — rebuffing calls for her resignation as she took responsibility ...
What can we learn from North Carolina's elections?
Donald Trump won North Carolina. But Democrats in the state swept every major executive branch race, including governor, and broke the Republican supermajority in the statehouse. What explains this split?
3 people found dead in North Carolina home
CARY, N.C. (WNCN) — The Cary Police Department said Monday they are conducting an investigation after three people were found dead inside a residence. Police say they found three people dead in a home on the 100 block of Smokemont Drive shortly after 3 p ...
North Carolina Helene survivors facing winter without heat
As winter quickly approaches and temperatures drop, thousands of people in two counties are without heat after Helene wiped out gas stations.
The White House's Christmas tree is a symbol of resilience for hurricane-hit North Carolina farms
The White House's Christmas tree is slated to be cut and transported from a North Carolina farm on Wednesday. Cartner's Christmas Tree Farm is located in Avery County, one of the hardest-hit counties from Hurricane Helene.
Statewide Boys Basketball Top 25: Defending champ Reidsville is No. 1 in North Carolina
Reidsville is the clear preseason No. 1 in the statewide rankings. The Rams are coming off of a perfect 29-0 2A state championship season and return star players Kendre Harrison, Dionte Neal, Johnniyus Sharpe, and Cam'Ron Jones. Reidsville has national hype as well - MaxPreps has the Rams No. 25 in the preseason rankings for the country.
UConn women’s basketball stays at No. 2 in AP Top 25 after first ranked win vs. North Carolina in Week 2
The UConn women’s basketball team maintained its No. 2 ranking in the AP Top 25 poll after its first ranked win of the season vs. No. 16 North Carolina.
Weather alert issued for dense fog in central North Carolina Monday morning
A report was issued from the National Weather Service on Monday at 6:12 a.m. for dense fog until 9 a.m. The alert is for Forsyth, Guilford, Davidson, Randolph, Stanly, Montgomery, Moore, Anson, Richmond, Scotland and Hoke counties. “Areas of fog are ...
Tropical Storm Helene caused $53 billion in damage, early report says. Here's what we know.
Western North Carolina felt the brunt of it, when the storm devastated counties and left thousands without power and water.
Some good but some things to work on for Rutgers wrestling after defeat to N.C. State
The Rutgers University's wrestling team's drought with beating top 10 teams continued with a loss to North Carolina State. But all is far from lost.
Collapsed by Helene, I-40 will reopen by pinning lanes against the side of mountains
Stabilization efforts are underway along Interstate 40 as NCDOT works to install soil anchors that will "pin" the road against the Pigeon River Gorge.
Is NC still a battleground state after Trump won again? Political analysts weigh in
North Carolina politics remain very purple with lots of Democratic success down ballot despite Donald Trump winning for a third time.
How Kamala Harris Burned Through $1.5 Billion in 15 Weeks
Vice President Kamala Harris spent $1.5 billion in her hyper-compressed 15-week presidential campaign. Now her operation faces questions over where exactly all that cash went.
How to Watch the North Texas vs. East Carolina Game: Streaming & TV Channel Info for Nov. 23
Learn which TV channel or how to live stream the North Texas Mean Green vs. East Carolina Pirates game, Saturday, Nov. 23.