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Healthy looking bottlenose dolphin found dead on South Carolina beach had something strange stuck in its esophagus, necropsy reveals. Cause of death a mystery.

Researchers at UNC and CDC data show rising alpha-gal syndrome from lone star tick bites in NC, leading to varied reactions from hives to severe anaphylaxis.

Bryson City, North Carolina mountain destination makes USA Today list, wins award. Beloved, fan-favorite travel spot has camping, nature, comforts for visitors.

The water fatality of the 16-year-old NC boy is the second death on Lake Wylie in York County SC in less than two weeks.

Catch the latest Charlotte restaurant openings, including authentic Latin American dishes at Sonrisa, Vietnamese noodle bowls at Pho Steele Creek and more.

At South 21 Drive In (3101 E. Independence Blvd., Charlotte), classic Super Boy burgers, potato salad and warm apple pie deliver big flavor without a big price.

Charlotte's SouthPark mall and Manolo's Bakery are nominated for USA Today 10Best Readers' Choice Awards. Here's how to vote before deadlines next month.

Some Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools students could not finish end-of-grade tests Thursday due to platform and server disruptions; families will get updated schedules.

El Tropico on N. Tryon St. and Red Lobster in Pineville scored 87 for sanitation May 22–28, with violations from flying pests to broken plumbing and incorrect food storage.

Famous Toastery at 2400 Park Rd in Charlotte has permanently closed. The all-day breakfast chain didn’t renew its lease as it shifts its focus to other markets.