Livingstone College mourns sophomore Gabriella Muñoz after her death on Friday. The school praised her academics while details about the death remain limited.

A Southport jumper survived a catastrophic July 5 fall and is beginning recovery after emergency surgery and a medevac. The local jumping community and donors have rallied to help.

The state budget names the Diaper Bank as North Carolina’s official supplier of period products for schools, but advocates warn funding and distribution still lag demand.

Homeowners in Hendersonville say their HOA pooled FEMA Helene grants to hire a contractor for the only access road and then stopped answering records requests. Neighbors worry the repairs aren't properly permitted and that emergency access could be blocked.

Two North Carolina pilots give small monthly cash payments to people leaving prison. Early data show housing gains and low re‑arrest rates as officials collect multi‑year evidence.

County officials say volunteer advisory boards that inspect nursing homes and assisted‑living communities are short‑staffed, leaving thousands of local beds with thinner oversight. Leaders want faster recruitment and training fixes.

A severe storm collapsed the ceiling at Roof Above's Hub, closing its dining room and pausing laundry and shower services; meals have been shifted to the Depot next door.

Gastonia officers measured about 170°F inside a parked car during a Walmart safety demo and urged residents to "look before you lock." The outreach included handing out materials and reminding people to call 911 if they see a child or pet alone.

A June Catawba College–YouGov poll found most North Carolinians call cars, gas and groceries unaffordable; 72% say they’re cutting back and many struggle with monthly bills.

Atrium Health launched Care Everywhere, a street medicine project sending emergency physicians and med kits to Charlotte encampments for testing, wound care and chronic treatment.

Davidson College will waive tuition for households earning up to $175,000 and cover full direct costs for families at $85,000 or less beginning with fall 2027 applicants.

State and county reviews found unlicensed plumbing and electrical work at SouthPark Swim & Tennis Club created safety issues; retroactive permits and repairs are underway.

Commissioners delayed a $130K plan to install 25 AI‑enabled cameras downtown after a heated meeting over privacy and oversight. The board wants more information and public input.