Putting GPS-tracked plastic bottles into this Raleigh creek will help researchers study and possibly reduce litter.

A 16-year-old Kinston boy who was swept away in the Neuse River Saturday was found dead after a 20-hour multi-agency search ...

Nestled in the heart of North Carolina, Asheboro offers small-town charm with big-time affordability. The cost of living here sits well below the national average, making it ideal for retirees on ...

These 14 charming communities offer stunning sights and memorable adventures for under $60 per visit! Sanford gives day-trippers the perfect mix of small-town beauty with just enough city attractions.

Republicans are encountering some early headaches in. Senate races viewed as pivotal to maintaining the party’s majority next year. Democrats still face the uphill battle. The party needs to net ...

North Carolina has declared a state of emergency after Tropical Storm Chantal caused severe flooding and at least six deaths.

Historian David Cecelski has "devoted a fair bit" of historical research to the people of Betty Town, how their land was ...

FEMA determines areas at high-risk for flooding. UNC-Chapel Hill researchers see evidence of additional and repeated flooding outside of these areas in North Carolina.

Tropical depression Chantal brought flooding to North Carolina and spurred water rescues before moving over Virginia overnight Monday.

Officials say the crew aboard the Delta flight from Atlanta to North Carolina had no idea that part of the plane's wing fell off until after landing.

On a rural road trip in the eastern part of the state, a writer explores the food and culture of an old-school tradition.

North Carolina has faced catastrophic flooding from hurricanes, with inland water damage often surpassing the destruction caused by wind.