North Carolina man wins $2M lottery after winning $1M two years ago
After winning a $1 million lottery prize in 2021, a man has doubled his luck by taking home a $2 million-winning lottery ticket in North Carolina.
Crochet made easy: 'The Woobles' company finds big success in teaching craft to beginners
The Woobles, a crochet kit business based in North Carolina, is looking to expand further after a blockbuster 12 months for the company, including a "Shark Tank" appearance and licensing deals.
Long-distance real estate investment in residential properties a hotbed in US South and Midwest
Long-distance real estate investment in single-family rental homes is growing amid inflationary pressures, interest rate hikes and an influx of instructional investors.
Century-old NC paper mill that employs 1,100 to abruptly close, mayor says small town's soul being ripped out
A paper mill that has operated in Canton, North Carolina, for over a century announced it will be shutting down, leaving the local community devastated.
Southwest Airlines passengers detail 'horrifying' flight diverted in Carolinas, some vomited in 9-hour ordeal
Southwest Airlines passengers reportedly vomited and had panic attacks when their plane shook "like crazy" approaching Raleigh, and the flight was diverted to Myrtle Beach.
Washington, DC-bound flight forced to divert after passenger reportedly tried to breach cockpit
A flight bound for Washington, D.C., had to divert to Raleigh, North Carolina, due to a "disruptive passenger" on board, officials said Wednesday.
Is the US ready for a four-day work week?
Research shows 64% of managers expect their company to transition to a four-day schedule within the next five years.
Viral photo shows Delta flight attendant comforting jittery passenger
A viral photo shows a Delta flight attendant going above and beyond to comfort an anxious, crying passenger on a flight from Charlotte to JFK Airport in NYC.
States look to secure electrical grid after substation attacks
Several states are moving to strengthen the security of the electrical grid after a series of attacks at substations around the country in recent months exposed vulnerabilities.
Texas, Florida, Carolinas among most moved to states in 2022 data shows
Texas, Florida, and the Carolinas are among the most moved-to states in 2022.
How much does it cost to sponsor a college football bowl game?
The cost of sponsoring a college football bowl game varies widely between those occurring early in the bowl season and the New Year's Six games.
New research suggests simple ways to help ease burnout
Although the research regarding simple ways to ease burnout was conducted on healthcare workers, the study's authors say the lessons can be applied to any profession.
North Carolina power outage points to Homeland Security long-documented threats to US power grid
Power outages expected to extend to Thursday in North Carolina's Moore County serve as a reminder that the nation's electrical infrastructure could be vulnerable to domestic terrorists.
North Carolina electric grid gunman knew how to disable stations: sheriff
A North Carolina sheriff said Monday that the person who orchestrated the gunfire on power stations in the state knew exactly what they were doing.
North Carolina power still dark for nearly 35k customers, Mayorkas addresses 'attack' on infrastructure
Nearly 35,000 Moore County, North Carolina residents are without power, and Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas said the attack on the grid appeared to be deliberate.
Expect to pay a little more for your Christmas tree this year
High fertalizer and fuel prices are making the cost of business skyrocket for some Christmas tree farmers. Those farmers are in turn passing the cost on to consumers.
Man allegedly pulls gun on Wendy's employee after not getting sauce with his meal
Wendy's employees called the police after a customer brandished a firearm after not receiving sauce with his meal last week. The man was using a stolen firearm, police say.
Woman calls 911 to report ‘pink meat’ at a North Carolina barbecue restaurant
A woman in North Carolina called 911 to report “pink meat” at a barbecue restaurant in the area.
North Carolina mural of 'life is beautiful, life is hard' becomes key site for those who are struggling
Cancer survivor Kate Bowler wanted a place for others to feel comfort and understanding amid hard times. Her team connected with artist Loren Pease — and a healing mural in Durham is the result.
NC senator-elect looks to ‘put the brakes on’ Biden’s agenda hurting 'purses and pocketbooks'
North Carolina Sen.-elect Ted Budd says he's ready to work with Republicans to "put the brakes on" President Biden's policies that are scraping "purses and pocketbooks."