October 2026
Friday’s high school football rewind: NC scores, how the Super 25 fared, schedule
NC NCHSAA NCISAA CMS high school football kicks off Thursday. Get previews, predictions, prep football rankings polls, Talking Preps
NC’s State Health Plan sues Atrium, saying it can’t set plan members’ copays
The NC State Health Plan and state treasurer sued Atrium Health in Wake County, arguing Atrium can’t set copays and its program threatens coverage for 750,000 members.
CLT airport lease draft set for City Council unveiling Monday. Here’s what we know
Charlotte Douglas International Airport will present the airport use and lease agreement to the City Council on Monday. The agreement would apply to 5 airlines.
Fact check: Tricia Cotham, challenger Ken McCool on limiting property tax hikes
NC state Rep. Tricia Cotham and her Democratic opponent in the 2026 election, Ken McCool, share their views on property tax constitutional amendment on ballot.
This change just hit Walmart checkout lanes in NC. Here’s what to expect
Tap to Pay is live at select North Carolina Walmart stores including Charlotte and Raleigh. Learn how touchless payments work and tips to protect your accounts.
SC boy, 9, died near Rock Hill. Parents charged with neglect of him, older sister
South Carolina police investigating the death of a 9-year-old Rock Hill boy charged his parents with unlawful conduct toward the boy and his older sister.
Kyle Busch’s Widow and Son, 11, Pay Tribute to the Late NASCAR Legend
Kyle Busch’s widow, Samantha Busch, and son Brexton, 11, honored the late NASCAR legend in a celebration of life ceremony.
UNC men’s basketball blows past Southern Cal in 2nd half. What stood out
Michael Malone’s Tar Heels rallied in the second half to beat USC 88-70 in Nashville; Maximo Adams, Isaiah Denis and Sayon Keita made key efforts off the bench.
Hurricane Isaias hits Category 3 as it closes in on Florida landfall
Isaias could hit near Pensacola as a major storm with 120 mph winds, heavy rain and high tornado risk; mandatory evacuations and a state of emergency are in effect.
Stabbed 130 times in NoDa: Mary Collins’ case sits with jury after 6 years
Prosecutors say Pham and Salerno killed Mary Collins in a drug-fueled weekend at the Yards at NoDa; defense blames Pham’s girlfriend, who pleaded guilty.