North Carolina

US April 17

North Carolina teenager, aspiring truck mechanic, killed on way to senior prom

A teen in North Carolina was killed on Saturday in a car crash after he initially wasn't going to the event. NC State Highway Patrol troopers said speed was a factor in the crash.

Crime April 16

NC serial offender accused of mowing down teacher was in and out of 'revolving door' jail for 2 decades

A North Carolina repeat offender is back in jail on $5 million bond after he was charged with fatally striking a Durham teacher in a crash while he was not supposed to be driving.

North Carolina April 15

Federal judge weighs in on last undecided 2024 election

The North Carolina State Board of Elections was ordered by a federal judge to carry out the state Supreme Court plan in the country's last 2024 election.

Missing Persons April 11

NC police release new photo of missing girl Madalina Cojocari on her 14th birthday

North Carolina police have released a new age-progression photo of missing Cornelius girl Madalina Cojocari, who was 11 when she was last seen getting off a school bus in November 2022.

Hurricanes April 10

NC House lawmakers pass bill banning emergency aid discrimination after FEMA Trump sign debacle

NC lawmakers have passed legislation banning discriminations in emergency relief after reports that FEMA skipped houses with Trump signs after Hurricane Milton in 2024.

Senate April 9

Dem takes aim at Trump in 2026 Senate launch video for 'tanking our economy'

Democrat former Rep. Wiley Nickel is aiming to unseat GOP Sen. Thom Tillis in 2026, saying the North Carolina Republican is helping President Donald Trump in "tanking our economy."

U.S. Defense & Military Politics April 3

US to host Military World Games for the first time ever

The U.S. will host the Military World Games for the first time in 2027, when it comes to Charlotte, North Carolina, bringing soldiers from across the world.

True Crime April 3

Ex-Duke football murder suspect keeps returning home after arrests thanks to soft-on-crime judges: police rep

A former Duke University football player who allegedly confessed to killing his former friend in Charlotte was arrested and released four separate times after her death in July 2024.

North Carolina April 2

Machete-wielding, cinnamon bun-stealing North Carolina man arrested for armed robbery: police

Asheville, North Carolina police arrested a man on Monday after he allegedly stole a cinnamon bun from a grocery store and displayed a machete before fleeing on foot.

True Crime March 31

North Carolina woman allegedly murdered Green Beret husband, concealed his death: officials

North Carolina authorities have arrested retired Green Beret Clinton Bonnell's wife, Shana Cloud, in connection with his January disappearance and murder.

Fox News Flash March 29

Hurricane Helene survivor endorses Trump admin's plan to nix FEMA after storm devastated Southeast

North Carolina resident Mona Roper said she supports the Trump administration's plan to eliminate FEMA, calling DHS Secretary Kristi Noem's changes "promising."

Crime March 26

Former Duke football player confesses to killing ex-real estate agent friend in her upscale townhome: police

Former Duke University football player Brandon Braxton has allegedly confessed to killing his former high school friend and Charlotte, North Carolina, real estate agent Whitney Hurd.

Politics March 25

Military ballots in spotlight in final unresolved race from 2024 election

As a legal fight continues in North Carolina's unresolved and contentious state Supreme Court election from last November, the Republican challenger in the race faces pressure over contested military ballots.

North Carolina March 24

North Carolina family can sue over COVID-19 vaccine administered without consent, court rules

A North Carolina mother and her son can sue after the boy was given a COVID-19 vaccine without consent, the state Supreme Court ruled.

Politics March 17

North Carolina primed for showdown over Dem AG’s ability to sue Trump

North Carolina Republicans want the state's attorney general to be restricted from joining lawsuits against presidential orders, as the House is primed to take up the bill.

North Carolina March 14

North Carolina GOP town hall turns heated as self-described veteran escorted out by security

A town hall event hosted by Rep. Chuck Edwards, R-N.C., grew heated as a man who identified himself as a veteran was removed by security, video shows.

VIDEO March 14

North Carolina GOP town hall turns heated as self-described veteran is removed by police

Town hall in Asheville hosted by Rep. Chuck Edwards, R-N.C., becomes heated as audience member starts shouting. (Credit: Cory Vaillancourt/The Smoky Mountain News)

Politics March 7

Fort Bragg is back: Army renames NC base to honor WWII hero

Fort Bragg, North Carolina, is returned to its former name without the Confederate namesake, as the Pentagon honored WWII Pvt. Roland Bragg of Maine.

North Carolina March 5

Meet the oldest llama in the world, who works with sick children in North Carolina

Whitetop, a 27-year-old llama who comforts sick and disabled children at Victory Junction camp, was declared the world’s oldest llama in captivity by the Guinness World Records.

Sports March 4

Payton McNabb, HS volleyball player severely injured by trans opponent, to be at Trump's speech to Congress

Payton McNabb, a former high school volleyball player who was left permanently injured after a spike from a trans athlete, will be in the audience for President Donald Trump's joint speech to Congress.

US Fires March 3

175 wildfires in North and South Carolina force some evacuations

Wildfires in North and South Carolina have scorched thousands of acres as crews battling more than 175 blazes face dry and windy conditions.

South Carolina March 2

Wildfires scorch the Carolinas, SC Governor McMaster declares state of emergency

Gov. Henry McMaster declared a state of emergency in South Carolina as wildfires scorch the state.

US Fires March 2

Multiple wildfires in the Carolinas force evacuations, burn ban issued in South Carolina

Brush fires erupted in both North Carolina and South Carolina on Saturday, forcing officials to order evacuations as crews work to contain the fires.

North Carolina February 28

Haitian man charged in NC triple murder flew into US under Biden migrant flights program: ICE

ICE said a Haitian migrant, who had flown into the US as part of former President Biden's migrant flight program, was arrested and charged with triple murder in North Carolina.

Airlines February 26

Delta flight bound for Atlanta returns to Charlotte airport after takeoff due to 'mechanical issue'

A mechanical issues resulted in a Delta Air Lines flight bound for Atlanta returning to Charlotte, North Carolina., shortly after takeoff, the airline said.

North Carolina February 19

North Carolina high school football players killed in ATV crash after house party; 3 adults charged

Three North Carolina adults have been arrested and charged in connection with a fatal August ATV crash that left two Rosman High School students dead.

Donald Trump February 14

Released American hostage says Trump is 'the reason I am home alive'

American-Israeli citizen Keith Siegel has released a video message heaping praise on President Donald Trump after he was freed from captivity by the terrorist group Hamas two weeks ago.

Politics February 13

North Carolina school board member rips ‘mediocre White men’ in rant against DEI critics

Wake County, North Carolina, Schools board member Sam Hershey made waves after referring to critics of DEI as potentially "mediocre White men" among other comments.

US Crime February 12

Son of accused attempted Trump assassin has outburst in court after pleading guilty to serious charges

The son of a man accused of trying to kill then-presidential candidate Donald Trump will be sentenced in May for possessing child porn materials, according to reports.

Fox News Flash February 11

North Carolina residents infuriated by FEMA money going to migrants as hurricane victims remain homeless

North Carolina residents Matt Van Swol and Erin Derham blasted FEMA over reports that millions funded housing for illegal migrants as Hurricane Helene victims continue to suffer.