October 2026
Sandwich chain in Charlotte earns ‘B’ grade for handwashing, debris violations
A Charlotte Jersey Mike’s scored 87.5% on Oct. 8: violations included incorrect handwashing, food at wrong temperatures, stacked wet dishes and cabinet debris.
Hurricane Isaias cancels Charlotte flights, events as storm strengthens in Gulf
Charlotte flights and events were canceled as Isaias became a major hurricane in the Gulf packing what the National Hurricane Center said were 120-mph winds.
4 NC colleges rank among nation’s best for career success (one is No. 2)
Four North Carolina schools made LinkedIn’s Top Colleges list based on career outcomes: Duke (No. 2), Wake Forest, UNC Chapel Hill and Davidson College.
Prep football update: Providence Day, Latin get Thursday wins; Friday’s previews
NC NCHSAA NCISAA CMS high school football kicks off Thursday. Get previews, predictions, prep football rankings polls, Talking Preps
Vegas showgirl impersonators attacked 2 NC tourists over tip dispute, reports say
Attack on 2 North Carolina tourists in Vegas gets tabloid coverage due to viral video of “showgirl impersonators” beating victims outside casino, reports say.
How much rain could NC get from Hurricane Isaias? The latest forecast
The latest forecast, wind, rain and possible flooding ahead of Hurricane Isaias, including what folks in Raleigh, Charlotte and all of North Carolina.
Faith Hedgepeth murder: Witness recalls blood on roommate’s finger
Faith Hedgepeth’s roommate faced cross-examination as another witness testified about seeing blood on her finger the morning the UNC student was killed.
Without greenhouse gas limits, Duke Energy claims it will save $10 billion
Duke Energy claims a $10B reduction in costs after the EPA removed greenhouse gas limits, sparking legal challenges and questions about public health impacts.
NC announces first flu death of 2026 season. Here’s when to get a flu shot
An adult in central North Carolina died from flu complications, marking the first 2026 season death; NCDHHS recommends vaccines for everyone over 6 months.
Will Isaias match Helene? National Weather Service forecasters address concerns.
Could Hurricane Isaias that strengthened in the Gulf Thursday deliver the destruction of 2024’s Hurricane Helene in the North Carolina mountains? No, NWS says.