We received nearly 30 nominations from readers for the best chocolate chip cookies. Here's the local bakery with the most ...

NC's rankings in different data points run from the seventh best state overall for economy to 32nd for infrastructure.

Currently, N.C. is one of only 4 states in the nation that requires liquor stores to close on Sundays. A bill introduced in ...

StarNews readers voted Cape Fear Seafood Company as having the best shrimp and grits in the ... The poll included 25 restaurants and received over 46,000 votes. Shrimp and grits may be one of ...

A new report found that Charlotte is among the most desirable places to live in the nation. Charlotte came in at No. 5 on U.S. News & World Report’s Best Places to Live in the U.S. in 2024-2025.

There are many great places to find a delicious dinner in Raleigh, but we’ve narrowed it down to our top 9 favorites. Whether you’re looking for American fare, BBQ, or something else entirely, these ...

Pizza isn’t just a meal—it’s a cultural icon. But with so many choices in every city, finding the perfect slice can be ...

“You can go to your own bank or credit union and not pay any fee,” said Kimberly Palmer, personal finance expert at ...

After devastating floods last year, many Western NC mountain towns are open for business and need your dollars. Here’s where ...

Are your old pennies worth millions? Experts say you shouldn't bank on it. But some wheat pennies could be worth hundreds of dollars; here's how to check yours.

Despite being nearly wiped off the map by the remnants of Hurricane Helene, tiny Chimney Rock Village in North Carolina had ...

“You can go to your own bank or credit union and not pay any fee,” said Kimberly Palmer, personal finance expert at NerdWallet. Both NerdWallet and Bankrate offer tip sheets on exchanging coins for ...