Trails project underway in Western NC since 2019 has been a boost to local economy in Old Fort, but was devastated by Helene.

Legislation would have banned most camping by unhoused people, but allowed local designated areas. Some critics said those ...

Charlotte-based CPCC lifts campus bans on two plaintiffs, says it will comply with NC transparency laws. Both sides claim ...

After woeful federal and state assessments of problems with social services in NC, child welfare reforms may put teeth into ...

Senators unanimous in passing $2.6 billion Helene relief package. But not all thrilled with details or sure NC House won't ...

After NC House and Senate each approved a Helene recovery package with key differences, both chambers reached deal, ...

Most NC Senate Democrats vote present rather than support anti-trans items that GOP added to once popular legislation on ...

A Helene relief bill that appeared stalled in one committee of the NC Senate has been move to another, perhaps improving chances of passage.