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Storm System Stalls Over North Carolina: Heavy Rain, Flash Flooding Possible
Raleigh, NC – A persistent storm front has been affecting North Carolina for the past few days, bringing continuous rainfall and potential flash flooding, especially in the western regions of the state. According to the US National Weather Service in Raleigh, this boundary is expected to weaken in place today but could still focus heavier showers and thunderstorms late this afternoon and evening.
Unemployment claims in North Carolina increased last week
Initial filings for unemployment benefits in North Carolina rose last week compared with the week prior, the U.S. Department of Labor said Thursday. New jobless claims, a proxy for layoffs, increased to 3,497 in the week ending July 13, up from 2,974 the week before, the Labor Department said. U.S....
Kyle Busch and Ricky Stenhouse Jr’s Fight at North Wilkesboro: ‘Wrecky Spinhouse Jr.’ Nickname Coined
Kyle Busch and Ricky Stenhouse Jr’s Fight: Kyle Busch‘s candid reflections on the altercation with Ricky Stenhouse Jr., as shared during his appearance on ‘The Pat McAfee Show,’ offer a fascinating glimpse into the high-pressure world of professional racing. Busch recounted the tension preceding the confrontation, expecting aggression but encountering an unexpectedly composed Stenhouse. This moment of vulnerability revealed the unpredictable and often volatile dynamics that define driver relationships post-race.
Alcohol monitoring for some NC parents could save lives. Uncertainty about the law presents a roadblock
For months now, Michael Dean Smith said, he has feared his infant daughter will be hurt or killed in a drunk-driving related accident with the mother of his child behind the wheel. Smith, 34, of Waynesville, shares joint custody of his now 15-month-old daughter with Valery Francis, who has primary...
Asheville's Community Reparations Commission seeks extension to finalize plans
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — The Community Reparations Commission is asking the Asheville City Council for an extension into next year to complete their work. Dr. Noreal Armstrong, the chief equity and human rights officer for Buncombe County, showed commissioners the current status with 38 recommendations this week. The commission...
Biden exit: Western NC Democrats back Harris and Gov. Cooper or Arizona Sen. Mark Kelly
Many Western North Carolina Democratic officials did not immediately comment on the stunning decision of President Joe Biden not to run again. But of those who spoke out, they said they would have supported Biden in the race, but also supported his decision to step aside. They agreed with the one-term Democratic...
Outage aftermath: Asheville Regional Airport grapples with delays, cancellations
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Passengers at Asheville Regional Airport and around the world are still stuck or scrambling with the residual effects of the cybersecurity disaster that occurred on the morning of Friday, July 19. The CrowdStrike outage caused more than 9,000 delays and another 2,500 cancelations or more...
Celebrating 70 years: Rev. Billy Graham's 1977 Asheville crusade
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — In 70 years of covering Western North Carolina, WLOS has had a front-row seat to one of the world's most famous Christian Evangelists: Rev. Billy Graham. Graham, who was born in Charlotte and lived in Montreat, became well-known for his televised crusades. News 13 dug...
NCSU chancellor announces his retirement after nearly 15 years
RALEIGH, N.C. — Another chancellor in North Carolina’s public university system has announced plans to step down — this time at the state’s largest university by enrollment. North Carolina State University Chancellor Randy Woodson declared his retirement plans at the university’s trustees meeting, capping off nearly...
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