September 2026
NC retailers warn of ‘last chance’ to buy THC beverages before they are gone
THC-infused drinks and other intoxicating products will be banned when the federal law changes for hemp products. Total Wine among retailers warning buyers.
Lake Norman Charter volleyball embraces cancer survivors, aims for 2nd state title
Lake Norman Charter volleyball draws strength from cancer survivors Avery Caruso and Zoe Sinclair while chasing a second straight N.C. 4A state title.
Thom Tillis sure doesn’t seem optimistic about Republicans winning NC | Opinion
In a recent TV appearance, CNN’s Jake Tapper asked Tillis if North Carolina is a “lost cause for Republicans.” | Opinion
Forensics expert clarifies what deleted ‘things’ were on Nolan Wells’ phone
Forensics expert Andrew Garrett clarifies some Snapchat messages were deleted remotely from Nolan Wells’ phone; no evidence someone unlocked it after July 4.
Hundreds have now joined petitions calling for Sneed, CMS board resignations
Online petitions call for Stephanie Sneed, other Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools board members to resign after voting to fire Superintendent Crystal Hill.
Team behind Harp and Crown opens doors on new Lake Norman cocktail lounge
The Alleyway cocktail lounge near Lake Norman is from the team behind Harp and Crown and focuses on refined whiskey, rum, gin and dessert cocktails, plus wine.
Man came from India to NC home of girl who blocked him on social media, sheriff says
Man from Mumbai, India, faces felony charges after traveling to North Carolina to find 17-year-old girl who blocked him on social media, sheriff says.
Here’s how to watch or stream Carolina Hurricanes hockey games this season
The Canes launch Hurricanes Hockey Network airing 72 games with Spectrum, Prime Video, Fubo, WRAL/Fox 50 and national TV broadcasts across the 2026-27 season.
Candidates for open NC Court of Appeals seat speak on judicial ethics, recusals
Judicial candidates Craig Collins and Christine Walczyk detail positions on recusal, political speech and judicial conduct ahead of 2026 election.
NC Court of Appeals judge and Mecklenburg challenger on judicial independence
Read candidate questionnaires for NC Court of Appeals featuring George Cooper Bell and Toby Hampson on judicial philosophy, recusal and courtroom conduct.