Weather NewsA year after Helene, mountain landslide closes popular Smoky Mountains road“The road is currently impassable, and park officials are actively assessing the situation,” rangers said.Updated September 27, 2025 at 4:58 PM
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‘Betrayal.’ 3 CMS board members who voted against Hill’s firing speak outSeptember 24, 2026 at 4:40 PM
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HurricaneFreezers full of hope: After Helene, a renewed effort to protect at-risk seedsUpdated September 2, 2025 at 8:29 AM
LocalAfter Helene, flood victims wonder: Should we still be living in this part of Charlotte?Updated February 27, 2025 at 8:27 PM
North CarolinaMissing after Helene: Torn apart by landslides and floods, families frantic for newsUpdated December 3, 2024 at 7:03 PM
HurricaneThey planned to wed in NC on Nov. 9. Instead, in Helene’s wake, there’ll be four funerals.Updated December 3, 2024 at 7:03 PM
North CarolinaHelene’s NC death toll expected to climb, as recovery enters second weekUpdated December 3, 2024 at 7:03 PM
North CarolinaHelene North Carolina death toll is rising, but incomplete. What we know so far.Updated December 3, 2024 at 7:03 PM
North CarolinaUp until the moment Helene took her life, this NC mom was watching out for her loved onesUpdated December 3, 2024 at 7:03 PM
Weather NewsNC officials detect damage to Lake Lure dam after emergency evacuation of people nearbyUpdated December 3, 2024 at 7:03 PM
HurricaneWhy isn’t the media reporting on thousands missing in Western NC? Because there’s no proof.Updated December 3, 2024 at 7:02 PM
LocalThe gift of shelter: Donated campers give hope, community in Western North CarolinaNovember 29, 2024 at 5:00 AM
College SportsAfter Helene, App State football returns to Boone as Western NC searches for normalcyOctober 24, 2024 at 5:00 AM
Weather NewsLevine Foundation gives $5M after Helene, other big Charlotte donors also help Western NCOctober 2, 2024 at 12:38 PM
HurricaneColorful new hurricane cone of uncertainty is coming to forecast maps. Take a lookUpdated February 21, 2024 at 12:11 PM
HurricaneDisturbance near Florida could form as Hurricane Nigel starts weakening in busy AtlanticUpdated September 20, 2023 at 5:28 PM
Weather NewsHurricane Lee back to Category 4 strength, Tropical Storm Margot forms. Latest forecasts for NCUpdated September 8, 2023 at 6:12 PM
Weather NewsCharlotte Motor Speedway open as free campground to Hurricane Idalia evacuees. What to knowUpdated August 30, 2023 at 10:16 PM
North CarolinaHurricanes Franklin and Idalia will brush NC this week. Here’s what to expectUpdated August 30, 2023 at 11:40 AM
Weather NewsGov. Cooper declared a state of emergency for Hurricane Idalia. What does that mean?August 29, 2023 at 2:20 PM
HurricaneWill you use a generator if Hurricane Ian cuts power? These tips could save your lifeUpdated August 29, 2023 at 12:37 PM
Our PlanetBefore a hurricane: Prepare now by making an emergency kit. Here’s what to include.Updated August 22, 2023 at 4:19 PM
HomepageIn tropical storm-prone NC, do you need flood insurance? Here’s what to know.Updated August 22, 2023 at 4:19 PM
Latest NewsHurricane preparedness: Plan now to keep your pets safe when a storm strikesUpdated August 22, 2023 at 4:19 PM
HurricaneAfter storms, be wary of buying flood-damaged cars. Here’s what to look out for.Updated August 22, 2023 at 4:19 PM
Latest NewsHurricanes & tropical storms in NC: What to do before, during and after a storm hitsUpdated August 22, 2023 at 4:19 PM