FRANKLIN, N.C. — A woman suspected of shoplifting at a local Ingles Supermarket died Thursday night after fleeing from police and crashing her vehicle during a pursuit, according to the …
North Carolina News
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Suspect Arrested in North Carolina for Murder of Maryland Woman **Leland, NC** – Raheem Hawkins-Boseman, 23, from Silver Spring, has been apprehended for the murder of Jessica Somerville, 27, following …
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Good News
North Carolina county warns tourists, gawkers: Stay out of restricted hurricane recovery zones
HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. — Henderson County authorities are issuing stern warnings to keep tourists and onlookers out of areas severely impacted by recent hurricane damage, vowing to cite anyone who disregards …
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Featured News
Watch: Fired FEMA Official Says Leaders Ordered “Trump Avoidance” in Florida and North Carolina
WASHINGTON — A supervisor with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has been dismissed following allegations that she directed staff to avoid providing assistance to homes displaying support for President-elect …
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Just when you thought we’d moved past blaming entire groups of people for election results, Joy Reid’s latest commentary swoops in with a bold—and baffling—target: white women voters. Following North …
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Police Blotter
North Carolina man accused of poisoning wife and daughter ordered to remain in custody
GASTONIA, N.C. — A North Carolina man accused of fatally poisoning his wife and later attempting to poison his 10-year-old daughter with eye drops was ordered to remain behind bars …
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Politics
Early voting in North Carolina shows nearly even split among Democrats, Republicans, and Unaffiliated voters
RALEIGH, N.C. — North Carolina’s early voting turnout reflects a nearly even distribution among Democratic, Republican, and unaffiliated voters, with unaffiliated voters making up the largest share of those who …
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Travel
Travel restrictions remain on highways in Bat Cave and Gerton as temporary access road opens for residents
HENDERSON COUNTY, N.C. — Authorities are urging the public to avoid travel along Highway 64, Highway 74, and Highway 9 in the Bat Cave and Gerton areas as road conditions …
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Community News
Temporary road in Bat Cave area allows limited access for residents, emergency vehicles
HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. — The Henderson County Sheriff’s Office clarified on Monday that a temporary road near the Bat Cave and Chimney Rock areas remains unsuitable for general public travel. In …
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MACON COUNTY, N.C. — After Hurricane Helene swept through the region, Macon County Board of Education Chairman Jim Breedlove noticed the state flag at one of the local schools was …
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HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. — The Henderson County Department of Public Health is offering free well water testing for residents whose private drinking wells may have been affected by Hurricane Helene. The …
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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is mourning the loss of Corrections Officer Bradley McNew, a 24-year veteran of the department, who was fatally shot while attempting to intervene …
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HENDERSON COUNTY, N.C. — Local authorities have restricted travel to the Bat Cave area following a modification to the county’s State of Emergency declaration, officials announced Wednesday. The order prohibits …
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CAPE MAY, N.J. — Two Cape May County firefighters have joined New Jersey Task Force 1 (NJTF1) in the ongoing search and rescue efforts in Asheville, N.C., following the devastation …
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Community News
North Carolina Hurricane Victims Could Soon Face Near-Freezing Overnight Weather, Here’s How to Help
ASHEVILLE, N.C. — The Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office is collecting cold-weather items for survivors of Tropical Storm Helene, as temperatures are expected to dip into the 30s in the coming …
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Burnsville, NC — A helicopter allegedly destroyed Hurricane Helene recovery supplies at a local distribution site in Burnsville on Sunday evening. According to reports from local volunteers, the helicopter arrived …
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MACON COUNTY, N.C. — Authorities have charged Yakeeva Latai Davis of Franklin, N.C., with one count of felonious murder following the death of a seven-year-old child. The Macon County Sheriff’s …
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MACON COUNTY, N.C. — The Macon County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death of a 7-year-old child, who was found deceased at a local residence on Sunday. Deputies responded to …
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YANCEY COUNTY, N.C. — Nine people have been confirmed dead in Yancey County following the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene, local officials reported on Saturday. Recovery teams are still searching …
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HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. — Henderson County officials are urging residents to avoid burning debris in the wake of recent storms, citing safety concerns. In a notice posted on social media Monday, …
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Politics
Trump Slams Harris-Biden Over Slower Than Needed Response to North Carolina Hurricane Survivors
Former President Donald Trump has criticized the Biden administration, specifically targeting Vice President Kamala Harris, for what he describes as a slow and inadequate response to relief efforts in North …
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HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. — Henderson County remains under a State of Emergency following the impact of Hurricane Helene, with officials amending the curfew to run from 10 p.m. to 8 a.m., …
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ASHEVILLE, N.C. — The Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office is working with Environmental Health to ensure residents with storm-damaged wells have access to safe drinking water, following recent flooding in the …
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North Carolina News
Federal law enforcement officerfs deployed to support search efforts in Yancey County
BURNSVILLE, N.C. — Federal law enforcement officers have been deployed to Yancey County to provide security for search crews, according to a statement released by the Yancey County Sheriff’s Office …