PlayStation 5 scam lands North Carolina man in jail

LET’S GET YOU CAUGHT UP ON THE TOP STORIES AND HEADLINES. WE’RE FOLLOWING ON THIS TUESDAY. OUR CHRISTINE CRUZ JOINS US IN STUDIO WITH WHAT’S HAPPENING NOW. HI, CHRISTINE. HI, KAREN. LINDSAY. FIRST, WE HAVE A ROAD CLOSURE TO TELL YOU ABOUT. PART OF...

Flood benefit concert and anniversary commemoration at Buchanan Theatre next Saturday

Graphic courtesy of Rob Fraim ‘2 Floods, 40 Years, 1 Song’ “2 Floods, 40 Years, 1 Song” comes to the historic Buchanan Theatre on Saturday, Oct. 25. This special benefit concert and community commemoration marks the 40th anniversary of the...

In a New Book, Gene Nichol Calls On North Carolina Progressives to Get “Up Off the Mat”

In a political era where many Democrats feel disheartened, shell-shocked, and numb to the parade of dictatorial edicts handed down by Trump during his second term, commentator and constitutional scholar Gene Nichol asks a question we’ve all...

USPS offering $150,000 reward after North Carolina mail letter carrier robbed in Greensboro

USPS offering $150,000 reward after North Carolina mail letter carrier robbed IT IS 656. HERE’S A LOOK AT TODAY’S TOP HEADLINES. NORTH CAROLINA WILL SOON JOIN A NATIONWIDE FIGHT OVER REDISTRICTING. STATE REPUBLICAN LEGISLATIVE LEADERS SAY NEXT...

Taco Bell employee shot to death in North Carolina

Taco Bell employee shot to death in North Carolina IT IS 656. HERE’S A LOOK AT TODAY’S TOP HEADLINES. NORTH CAROLINA WILL SOON JOIN A NATIONWIDE FIGHT OVER REDISTRICTING. STATE REPUBLICAN LEGISLATIVE LEADERS SAY NEXT WEEK THEY PLAN TO VOTE ON A...

North Carolina man owes nearly $1M after business fails — Dave Ramsey’s advice cuts straight to his top priority

A $1 million mountain of debt is a tall order to conquer, but John from North Carolina called in to The Ramsey Show with that major challenge. His business failed and he owes money to just about everyone. Dave Ramsey’s advice? “Screw ’em.” (1) "I...

“A frustrating situation”: Whiteville mayor addresses repeated downtown flooding

WHITEVILLE, N.C. (WECT) – The mayor of Whiteville is speaking on what city leaders have been considering to address repeated floods in downtown Whiteville. A nor’easter storm impacted several areas of Columbus County and led to emergency crews...

US government shutdown threatens home sales in flood-prone areas, report says

WASHINGTON (Reuters) -A shutdown of the U.S. government could hinder the accessibility of insurance coverage to prospective homeowners in flood-prone areas, and cost the already struggling housing market billions of dollars in delayed contract...

Cocoa Prices Surge Ahead of Halloween — But North Carolina’s Favorite Candy Isn’t Chocolate

RALEIGH, N.C. — Halloween candy lovers across the U.S. may face a little “sticker shock” this year. According to the Asheville Citizen Times, cocoa prices have more than doubled since early 2024, sending the cost of popular chocolate treats...

Climate & Democracy with Jamie Raskin, Heather McGhee and Rebecca Willis

Greg Dalton: This is Climate One. I’m Greg Dalton. Our climate and democratic systems are under threat. Jamie Raskin: We have to save the democracy in order to save the climate and save our species. Greg Dalton: For some people, progress on...

Nor'easter brings flooding to North Carolina coast, conditions improve

Over the past few days, a nor'easter system has battered the North Carolina coast, causing significant flooding in several areas. Conditions have now improved, particularly in Pamlico, where water levels have receded from reaching buildings to...

Could North Carolina have a new congressional map for the 2026 election season?

North Carolina could see a new congressional map for the 2026 election season.This comes after state Republican legislative leaders announced plans to vote on a new one next week.Right now, Republicans have 10 of the 14 seats in the U.S. House....

North Carolina ranks eighth nationwide for bullying, new study finds

Sign up for our free newsletter to receive the latest LGBTQ news from the Carolinas in your inbox every week. North Carolina ranks eighth in the nation for bullying, according to a new study released by Innerbody Research for National Bullying...

North Carolina Republicans to vote on new U.S. House map amid nationwide redistricting battle

North Carolina Republican legislative leaders announced plans Monday to vote next week on redrawing the state’s U.S. House district map, with a likely aim to shore up another GOP seat within already right-leaning boundaries.The move comes amid an...

GALLERY | Fall color in western North Carolina 2025

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — The most colorful time of the year has arrived in western North Carolina. Each year, people from across the country flock to the region to catch a glimpse of the fall color display. HOW WEATHER INFLUENCES FALL COLORS ON...

25SP001239-240 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, CRAVEN COUNTY

25SP001239-240 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, CRAVEN COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Benjamin Edward Rathbun to Steven K Bell, Trustee(s), which was dated January 11,...

This Small North Carolina Town Is the Perfect Fall Escape—and It's Only 1.5 Hours From Asheville

Top 5 Can’t Miss Every October, fuzzy caterpillars "race" up strings to predict the winter ahead during the quirky Woolly Worm Festival. Whether you drive to the top or hike the trails, Grandfather Mountain is a must-visit come autumn, thanks to...

Pentagon retreats from climate fight even as heat and storms slam US troops

This story is from Floodlight, a non-profit newsroom that investigates the powers stalling climate action. Retired Marine Corps gunnery sergeant Vida Rivera knows heat can be as dangerous as any enemy. Early in her military career, she collapsed...

Cleanup begins after deadly nor'easter lashes East Coast with days of coastal flooding, powerful winds

A powerful and deadly nor'easter that slammed the East Coast over the past few days has started to wind down, but some impacts remain across the region. FOX Weather Meteorologists Britta Merwin and Craig Herrera break down the latest forecast on...

Threat prompts remote learning day for school district in North Carolina

Threat prompts remote learning day for Graham County Schools FOR NEWS TO GO. WE’VE GOT A LOOK AT TODAY’S TOP NEWS STORIES, TRAFFIC AND WEATHER ALL BEFORE YOU HEAD OUT THE DOOR. ABSOLUTELY. YEAH. WE’VE GOT SOME BIG NEWS TO GET TO THIS MORNING....