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Two National Guard members shot in Washington, D.C., and their condition isn’t known, AP sources say

A suspect is in custody in the shooting of National Guard members in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, police said.

4 days ago in National

National Parks to raise fees for millions of international tourists to popular US parks

The National Park Service said Tuesday it is going to start charging the millions of international tourists who visit U.S. parks each year an extra $100 to enter some of the most popular sites, while leaving them out of fee-free days that will be reserved for American residents.

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Trump spares turkeys — but not his political opponents — at annual pardoning ceremony

President Donald Trump didn't bring much holiday cheer Tuesday when bestowing ceremonial pardons on two Thanksgiving turkeys, dispensing more insults than goodwill at the traditional White House ritual.

5 days ago in National

One of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre’s last survivors, Viola Ford Fletcher, dies at age 111

Viola Ford Fletcher, who as one of the last survivors of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre in Oklahoma spent her later years seeking justice for the deadly attack by a white mob on the thriving Black community where she lived as a child, has died. She was 111.

5 days ago in National

Judge dismisses Comey, James indictments after finding that prosecutor was illegally appointed

A federal judge on Monday dismissed the criminal cases against former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James, concluding that the prosecutor who brought the charges at President Donald Trump's urging was illegally appointed by the Justice Department.

6 days ago in National, Trending

The shutdown is over. Flights have resumed. Thanksgiving travelers might wonder: What now?

The turbulence caused by the longest government shutdown on record may still be fresh on travelers' minds this Thanksgiving, but experts say preparing for the usual holiday crush of winter weather, heavy traffic and crowded airports can help ease those jitters.

1 week ago in National

A federal judge blocked Trump’s National Guard deployment to DC but troops aren’t leaving just yet

A federal judge on Thursday ordered President Donald Trump to end the deployment of National Guard troops to the nation's capital. But the ruling is unlikely to be the final word by the courts, the president or local leaders in the contentious duel over the federal district.

1 week ago in National

Respect and remembrance for Cheney from Bush, Biden and past vice presidents as Trump is excluded

They gathered at the Washington National Cathedral on Thursday — former presidents, vice presidents, sworn political foes and newfound friends — in a show of respect and remembrance for Dick Cheney, the consequential and polarizing vice president who became an acidic scold of President Donald Trump.

2 weeks ago in National

Melania Trump and Usha Vance are making an early holiday visit with North Carolina military families

Melania Trump and Usha Vance took their first trip together, spending time in North Carolina on Wednesday with service members and their families to show appreciation for their service and sacrifice as the holidays approach.

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4 days ago in World

Soldiers in Guinea-Bissau appear on state television saying they have seized power

Soldiers in Guinea-Bissau appeared on state television Wednesday saying they have seized power in the country, following reports of gunshots near the presidential palace, three days after national elections. The president told French media he had been deposed and arrested.

4 days ago in World

3 arrested in Hong Kong, as a high-rise fire leaves at least 36 dead and 279 reported missing

Police in Hong Kong arrested three men on suspicion of manslaughter, several local news media reported, in connection with a blaze that has killed at least 36 people and left another 279 missing in the city's deadliest fire in years.

6 days ago in World

The G20 summit in South Africa ends with the glaring absence of the US after Trump’s boycott

The Group of 20 summit in South Africa ended Sunday with the glaring absence of the United States — the next country to lead the bloc — after the Trump administration boycotted the two days of talks involving leaders of the world's richest and top developing economies.

6 days ago in World

European officials welcome progress in talks on US proposals to end Russia-Ukraine war

European officials said Monday they were comforted by the outcome of discussions on U.S. peace proposals for Ukraine that they had viewed as tilted in Russia's favor, but they didn't disclose details of the weekend talks and warned of a long road to peace.

1 week ago in World

European leaders assure Ukraine of their support after US peace plan leaves them sidelined

The leaders of Germany, France and the United Kingdom spoke by phone Friday with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, assuring him of their continued support amid the war with Russia as European officials scrambled to respond to U.S. peace proposals that apparently caught them unawares.

2 weeks ago in World

Russian drone and missile attack on Kyiv kills 6 people and injures at least 35

Russia unleashed a major missile and drone barrage on Kyiv early Friday, killing six people, leaving gaping holes in apartment buildings and starting fires as the sound of explosions boomed across the city and lit up the night sky.

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7 hours ago in Asheville History, Local, Native Advertising

Strangeville: The Enduring Mystery of the Wampus Cat

The Wampus Cat legend has long prowled across North Carolina - part myth, part reflection of the people who told it.

17 hours ago in Arts & Culture, Lifestyle, Local, On The Town, Outdoors

Hikes of WNC: A Troll Treasure Trail

The North Carolina Arboretum is currently home to 12 massive, wooden trolls by internationally renowned sculpture artist Thomas Dambo. The statues, constructed from reclaimed wood and fashioned with distinct names and personalities, are scattered around the NC Arboretum grounds, making for a solid walk in the woods in addition to troll-borne delight.

1 day ago in Business, Community, Local

Go Local Asheville opens preorders for 2026 community card

Program encourages residents to support independent businesses and local nonprofits through holiday giving

1 day ago in Asheville History, Local, Native Advertising

Tombstone Tales: Caleb Miller, “Old as the Hills and Twice as Wise

A simple stone marking a remarkable Blue Ridge life.

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4 days ago in Sports

Enhanced Games to offer performance enhancers … and stock … to the public

The Enhanced Games is going public in two ways — with a new listing on the Nasdaq stock exchange and also by offering a direct-to-consumer business focused on performance products in a move it says "aims to democratize access to performance enhancement tools and protocols."

4 days ago in National, Trending

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National

Two National Guard members shot in Washington, D.C., and their condition isn’t known, AP sources say

National Parks to raise fees for millions of international tourists to popular US parks

Trump spares turkeys — but not his political opponents — at annual pardoning ceremony

One of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre’s last survivors, Viola Ford Fletcher, dies at age 111

Judge dismisses Comey, James indictments after finding that prosecutor was illegally appointed

The shutdown is over. Flights have resumed. Thanksgiving travelers might wonder: What now?

A federal judge blocked Trump’s National Guard deployment to DC but troops aren’t leaving just yet

Respect and remembrance for Cheney from Bush, Biden and past vice presidents as Trump is excluded

Melania Trump and Usha Vance are making an early holiday visit with North Carolina military families

World

Soldiers in Guinea-Bissau appear on state television saying they have seized power

3 arrested in Hong Kong, as a high-rise fire leaves at least 36 dead and 279 reported missing

The G20 summit in South Africa ends with the glaring absence of the US after Trump’s boycott

European officials welcome progress in talks on US proposals to end Russia-Ukraine war

European leaders assure Ukraine of their support after US peace plan leaves them sidelined

Russian drone and missile attack on Kyiv kills 6 people and injures at least 35

News from 828NewsNOW

Strangeville: The Enduring Mystery of the Wampus Cat

Hikes of WNC: A Troll Treasure Trail

Go Local Asheville opens preorders for 2026 community card

Tombstone Tales: Caleb Miller, “Old as the Hills and Twice as Wise

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Enhanced Games to offer performance enhancers … and stock … to the public

Trump spares turkeys — but not his political opponents — at annual pardoning ceremony

More flag-planting celebrations could be in store for college football’s rivalry week

What’s open on Thanksgiving? Not much, as many stores rest — or prepare — ahead of Black Friday

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