1 week ago in Crime & Safety, Local

Man charged in shooting police say led to deadly Biltmore Avenue attack

Authorities say the Maple Crest Apartments shooting triggered the retaliation that left two people dead and seven wounded

1 week ago in Local, Native Advertising, Outdoors

Forecasters watching Tuesday’s storm threat across Asheville, WNC

National Weather Service Weather says forecast uncertainty remains, but any storms that develop could produce damaging winds, large hail and dangerous lightning

1 week ago in Community, Crime & Safety, Local

Timeline: Asheville shootings in 2026

Has Asheville gun violence increased in recent weeks? Following a string of shootings in the Asheville area, 828newsNOW looks back at a timeline of gun-related incidents in 2026.

1 week ago in Ask The Expert, Custom Jewelry & Care Expert, Local, Native Advertising

Thinking about custom jewelry? Here’s what you need to know

The experts at D.C. Creasman Jewelers answer common questions about designing engagement rings, anniversary gifts and heirloom jewelry

1 week ago in Local

Asheville targets junk vehicles with proposed nuisance ordinance

Planning committee recommends expanding the city's litter law to cover abandoned, trash-filled vehicles that create public health and safety hazards before the measure heads to City Council

2 weeks ago in Local, Politics

NC absentee ballot rules: What Buncombe County voters should know

Proposed changes haven't been adopted, and election officials say current rules still apply

2 weeks ago in Crime & Safety, Local

Teenager robbed and wounded in Friday night Asheville shooting

The Asheville Police Department named Elijah William Poore, 18, as the primary suspect in a Friday night shooting that left an Asheville teenager with a gunshot wound.

2 weeks ago in Local

Asheville wants better bus service, but funding is a challenge

The Asheville bus system overhaul would shift resources toward higher ridership routes, adding 15-minute service in some areas while cutting coverage elsewhere

2 weeks ago in Asheville History, Local

Tombstone Tales: The Reems Creek pitcher who played one game in the Major Leagues

Richard "Rome" Chambers became the first known Western North Carolina native to play Major League Baseball before returning home to Buncombe County, where he died just one day before his 27th birthday.

2 weeks ago in Sports

LeBron James is heading to the Philadelphia 76ers, saying it will be his ‘last decision’

LeBron James' first "final" decision was that he would retire. Weeks of deep reflection led him to change his mind, however, with all the familiar options in front of him to extend his career; a third trip with Cleveland, a second stop in Miami, maybe even stay in California for a high-profile union in Golden State. Nope — to all of those teams.

2 weeks ago in Sports

Former Cowboys QB Tony Romo arrested on suspicion of operating a vehicle while under the influence

CBS NFL analyst and former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo has been arrested on suspicion of operating a vehicle while under the influence.

2 weeks ago in National

Outbreak of diarrhea-causing parasite linked to 4 more states

Federal health officials on Friday expanded the scope of their investigation into an outbreak of a diarrhea-causing parasite to four additional states, broadening the size of the largest U.S. outbreak of cyclospora.

2 weeks ago in Crime & Safety, Local

Hendersonville man charged with animal cruelty after 26 dogs found neglected

Timothy Hefner, 68, was charged with 26 counts of misdemeanor animal cruelty after 26 dogs were found in inhumane conditions in the Dana neighborhood in Hendersonville.

2 weeks ago in Crime & Safety, Local

Up to $5,000 reward offered in deadly Asheville shooting

National nonprofit Youth Peace & Justice Foundation hopes larger reward will generate new leads in the July 19 shooting that killed two people and injured several others

2 weeks ago in Crime & Safety, Local

Man stabbed, pepper sprayed over bicycle dispute in West Asheville

The Asheville Police Department responded to a non-lethal stabbing in West Asheville last night. The victim said the attack was related to a loaned bicycle.

2 weeks ago in Crime & Safety, Local

Asheville police: Deadly Biltmore Avenue shooting was retaliation for July shooting

APD says two groups known to each other are behind ongoing cycle of violence

2 weeks ago in Lifestyle

Biking to work: Tips to get started, stay safe and look presentable when you arrive

If you've considered bike commuting but assumed you needed expensive gear and to be in excellent physical shape, or worried about arriving at work disheveled or smelly, there are ways to overcome those hurdles.

2 weeks ago in National

There are already more US measles cases this year than in all of 2025

The number of measles cases in the U.S. has surpassed the record-breaking tally for all of 2025, with five more months of 2026 still to come.

2 weeks ago in Crime & Safety, Local

Asheville police believe Biltmore Avenue shooting was ‘targeted attack’

The Asheville Police Department has provided an update on the July 19 shooting on Biltmore Avenue.

2 weeks ago in Local, Native Advertising

I-26 Connector: Traffic shift planned ahead of Westgate interchange closure

Drivers should expect changing traffic patterns as crews prepare for the next phase of the major Asheville interstate project