Former Swain County Sheriff Curtis Cochran faces rape charge, indictments. Son's traffic stop of one of father's accusers ...

Law limits environmental regulations with high economic impact, but doesn't look at pollution's economic and health impact on ...

HCA put information off limits, independent monitor says, affecting report on hospital company's compliance with Mission Health purchase deal.

Alpha School, an “AI-powered” private school, is preparing to make its mark on Charlotte and Raleigh this year. North ...

Tropical Depression Chantal was the worst flooding event in Moore County in 29 years. Dams, roads, homes and businesses took ...

Despite calls from Gov. Stein for a comprehensive budget, mini-budget to address key spending issues wins easy passage from ...

China-based EcoKing plans to transform old Stanley furniture plant in Graham County, NC, to biodegradable paperware factory.

Nurses and lawmakers point to ongoing problems at Mission Health. HCA spokesperson highlights successes, disputes ...

Even in those few Southern states where infant mortality rates are inching closer to the national average, the gap between death rates of Black and white babies is vast. In Florida and North Carolina, ...

Several NC bills that Gov. Stein vetoed had the votes of one or more Democrats. How they vote during override attempts will determine result.

Jackson commissioners react to complaints over LGBTQ+ content as they vote to withdraw from library system in 2026. Municipalities object.

Districts expect spending pace to pick up with major ventilation and other projects planned, but supply-and-demand issues delay work.