Swing states: Why these 7 states could decide the 2024 presidential election
These seven U.S. states have played key roles in past presidential elections, and it appears 2024 will be no different. Issues like inflation, abortion, and immigration will be top of mind for voters.
Shark bites teenager's leg in attack at North Carolina beach
A teen is recovering after being bitten by a shark at a North Carolina beach over the weekend.
Airbnb renters-turned-squatters refuse to vacate property unless evicted: court docs
An Airbnb host in Durham, North Carolina, filed a complaint in court against renters-turned-squatters after they refused to vacate the property until they received an order of eviction, according to court documents.
Charlotte the pregnant stingray has a 'reproductive disease,' aquarium says
Charlotte the stingray, initially believed to be pregnant without a male companion, was found by a North Carolina aquarium to have a rare reproductive disease affecting her health.
Jerry Seinfeld’s commencement speech prompts Duke students to walk out
Multiple graduates walked out of the commencement ceremony because of the comedian’s stance on Israel amid the ongoing war in Gaza.
Catholic school can legally fire gay teacher, court finds
On May 8, the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that a North Carolina Catholic high school could legally fire gay teacher Lonnie Billard, citing the "ministerial exception" to uphold its religious doctrines.
3 homes on North Carolina island struck by lightning minutes apart
In North Carolina, one home was nearly destroyed by an ensuing fire, while two others suffered minor damage.
Charlotte officer killed in line of duty remembered in memorial as man who'd give the 'shirt from his back'
The Charlotte, North Carolina, community last week honored CMPD Officer Joshua Eyer, who died in the line of duty on April 29 along with three other officers while serving a warrant.
GoFundMe raises thousands for UNC fraternity that guarded flag during protests
Pi Kappa Phi fraternity members defended the American flag against Gaza war protesters on the University of North Carolina campus and were rewarded with a massive amount of cash on the online fundraising platform.
North Carolina man wins huge lottery jackpot after sister dreams he won
A North Carolina man is celebrating after he won over $800,000 in the lottery — and after his sister dreamed he won big.
North Carolina child says she hears 'monsters' in the wall, turns out to be 50K buzzing bees
A mother has gone viral on TikTok after she revealed that her little girl's complaint about hearing "monsters" inside her walls ended up being a swarm of 50,000 bees that somehow entered the family's home.
Charlotte law enforcement officers who died in shootout identified
The officers have been identified as Joshua Eyer, of the Charlotte-Mecklenberg Police Department, and Sam Poloche and Alden Elliott, who worked for the North Carolina Department of Adult Correction, and US Deputy Marshal Thomas M. Weeks Jr.
Charlotte shooting: 4 officers killed, 4 hurt while serving warrant
Eight police officers were shot, leaving four dead, during a confrontation with a wanted felon at a suburban Charlotte home, officials said. The suspect was also killed.
Emerging cicadas' cacophony triggers calls to police in South Carolina from confused residents
“Although to some, the noise is annoying, they pose no danger to humans or pets," Newberry County deputies said. “Unfortunately, it is the sounds of nature."
US Marine dies in training accident in North Carolina
A U.S. Marine, Sgt. Colin Arslanbas, tragically lost his life in a training accident on April 18, as confirmed by military officials.
Video: Group seen pulling bear cub from tree to take pictures in North Carolina
One bear cub was later found in poor condition, “likely a result of the unnecessary and irresponsible actions of the people involved," the wildlife agency said.
Charlotte the stingray: Aquarium gives update on fish with virgin pregnancy
Charlotte the stingray, pregnant despite having no male companion, “continues to be healthy," according to a new update from aquarium staff.
North Carolina mother charged in 2nd infant co-sleeping death
A North Carolina mother, Mackenzie Katlyn Reed, is facing charges related to the death of her infant due to co-sleeping, marking the second such incident involving her.
North Carolina man shot, killed at Walmart while defending mother, family claims
In a tragic incident at a Walmart in North Carolina, 29-year-old Colton Valdez lost his life while attempting to defend his mother. Garner police reported that Valdez was fatally shot on Tuesday at the Walmart on Fayetteville Road.
Plane stolen from Addison flight school; pilot killed in crash
DPS identified the pilot as 23-year-old Logan Timothy James from Stokesdale, North Carolina. He was pronounced dead at the scene.