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MLB aims for two new teams by 2029. Read how Raleigh’s momentum, Carolina Hurricanes owner Tom Dundon and state support could shape a true expansion bid.

McDonald’s is reintroducing its original fried apple pie nationwide, including in North Carolina. The limited-time return celebrates America’s 250th birthday.

Charlotte-area post offices, banks, government offices will shut down for Juneteenth. North Carolina parks, supermarkets will be open. See grocery store hours.

After being placed on paid leave, Crystal Hill’s contract through June 2029 outlines severance increases, paid leave authority and retirement/resignation terms.

Dynamics in city government are changing. Here’s how Harold Cogdell, Carrie Cook, Robet Harrington, James Mitchell and Caleb Theodros say they will lead.

Identify copperheads in NC: see common color ranges, hourglass patterns and safety tips to reduce risk of venomous snake bites to people and pets.

Grading is underway for a Lowes Foods grocery store beside a four-lane divided highway under construction in Mooresville near Lake Norman, a town official said.

Rapper Swizz Beatz and several record labels sued a popular Lake Norman nightspot over claims the venue played their songs without permission for years.

A 47-year-old Harrisburg man was arrested in Orchard Park after fleeing a traffic stop; deputies seized cocaine and charged him with DWI, felony drug offense and eluding.

U.S. senators Tedd Budd and Thom Tillis joined colleagues to pass a bipartisan resolution honoring Kyle Busch after the driver died of an illness in late May.