September 2026
Explosions will happen at 2 NC islands, including in the water, coastal city warns
The sights and sounds of war will erupt along the North Carolina coast, as part of U.S. Marine Corps exercises in the Bogue and Pamlico sounds, officials say.
4 key questions Carolina Panthers need to tackle after Chicago Bears loss
Carolina Panthers coach Dave Canales and players answered to their Week 1 loss to Chicago Bears. But questions about defense, injuries, roster linger.
After Mallard Creek upset, Myers Park back in The Observer’s Sweet 16 football poll
After upsetting Mallard Creek at home Friday, Myers Park returns to Charlotte NC Observer Sweet 16 high school football poll
‘I’m going to kill you.’ Inmate used plastic spoon as his weapon, NC sheriff says
A plastic spoon was turned into a dangerous weapon in one of North Carolina’s jails, and it caused enough damage to send a man to hospital, investigators say.
NC Democrats drop candidate over social posts but warn GOP incumbent falls short
North Carolina House Democrats withdraw support for General Assembly candidate Shelly Headen after posts referencing concentration camps, while citing concerns about John Blust.
Will a Trump stump in NC help Senate candidate Michael Whatley?
President Trump visits Gastonia to campaign for Michael Whatley as North Carolina polls show a close Senate race against Roy Cooper.
Sarah Michelle Gellar Gives a Rare Glimpse at Her Lower Back Tattoo at Emmys
Sarah Michelle Gellar offered a rare look at her lower back tattoo at the 2026 Emmy Awards.
What You Didn’t See on TV at the 2026 Emmys: PDA, Reunions and More
The biggest names in entertainment celebrated excellence in television during the 2026 Emmys.
KY’s McConnell returns to Senate, says he wants to get back to ‘business as usual’
Kentucky senator Mitch McConnell is back on Capitol Hill, citing recovery progress as he prepares to vote on the farm bill and resume legislative duties.
NC legislature’s I-77 toll project penalty may force Charlotte to flip — again
Charlotte may revive the I-77 toll lane project after state pressure threatens repayment of up to $69M, forcing tough budget and tax choices.