2 weeks ago in World

Vance could be a major Category 3 hurricane Friday as it nears Mexico

Vance became a hurricane Friday and the National Hurricane Center said it would strengthen rapidly as it nears Mexico's Pacific Coast.

2 weeks ago in Crime & Safety, Local, Native Advertising

Leicester man killed in wrong-way I-26 crash

South Carolina driver faces felony death by vehicle and impaired driving charges following Thursday's three-vehicle crash

2 weeks ago in National

Facing a ban on horse-drawn carriages, Central Park’s drivers fear for their future

The horse-drawn carriages that have cruised through Central Park for more than 150 years will soon be banished from New York City, ending an iconic tradition beloved by tourists but long opposed by animal welfare activists.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment

Tom Cruise to receive life achievement award from the American Film Institute

Tom Cruise is being celebrated with a life achievement award from the American Film Institute, AFI's board of trustees said Wednesday The award will be handed out at a gala tribute in Los Angeles at the Dolby Theatre on April 24 next year.

2 weeks ago in Sports, Trending

World Series preview: Surprising Rays-Brewers showdown to open with Jacob Misiorowski’s record heat

The Miz will try to whiz his famous fastball by batters on baseball's biggest stage, opening a new-look World Series between teams guaranteed to produce a first-time champion.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Trending

Tom Skerritt, Emmy-winning actor with roles in ‘Picket Fences,’ ‘Alien’ and ‘Top Gun,’ dies at 93

Tom Skerritt, the Emmy-winning actor who embodied a solid, wry authority figure, whether as a flight instructor in "Top Gun," a tough-but-fair sheriff on TV's "Picket Fences" or the doomed captain of "Alien," has died. He was 93.

2 weeks ago in Local, Native Advertising

I-26 eastbound closed after serious crash in Buncombe County

Emergency crews responded to a reported three-vehicle crash near the Blue Ridge Parkway

2 weeks ago in Business, Crime & Safety, Local

Fire reported at Asheville’s vacant Mountaineer Inn

A witness called 911 after smoke was spotted at the vacant Tunnel Road motel

2 weeks ago in Local, Politics

21 Buncombe absentee ballots rejected over unsealed envelopes

Updated state guidance changes how election officials handle unsealed envelopes, requiring some voters to submit replacement ballots

2 weeks ago in Lifestyle

RSV vs. flu: How to tell the difference

Doctronic reports that RSV and flu, both contagious respiratory infections, have overlapping but distinct symptoms.

2 weeks ago in Crime & Safety, Local, Native Advertising

No arrests in Biltmore Avenue shooting after 3 months

Asheville police say more than 100 search warrants and other court processes have been used in the investigation into the July double killing

2 weeks ago in Local, Politics

FEMA changes raise questions for WNC’s Helene recovery

North Carolina has sought billions more in federal aid as Washington considers shifting disaster costs to states

2 weeks ago in Sports, Trending

Atlanta Dream beat the Golden State Valkyries 97-71 for a 2-1 lead in the WNBA Finals

Angel Reese and the Atlanta Dream are halfway toward their ultimate goal of winning the franchise's first WNBA championship.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music

John Legend on Pharrell’s musical push, Jay-Z’s praise and new creative challenges with ‘Muse’

Jay-Z once told John Legend, "You're our voice." But Pharrell Williams had another idea for Legend's signature baritone: Sometimes, let it do more talking than singing.

2 weeks ago in National

Violent Arizona storms bring possible tornado, toppled trees and golf ball-size hail

Trees fell onto homes and utility poles were knocked down by a possible tornado in a central Arizona community during a series of violent storms that moved through the state overnight into Thursday.

2 weeks ago in Local, Outdoors

NC drought map shows relief for Asheville, WNC

Much of the mountains remains drought-free, but a recent brush fire and more dry weather keep fire concerns in focus

2 weeks ago in Local

How should WNC prepare for future floods? NC wants input

Three public meetings will help guide flood protection projects across the French Broad River Basin

2 weeks ago in Arts & Culture, Entertainment, Music

Things to do in Asheville and WNC: Oct. 23-25 weekend events

Halloween movie nights, fall festivals, the Smoky Mountains Bluegrass Festival, live music, and more are among the events planned across Western North Carolina.

2 weeks ago in Local, Native Advertising, Outdoors

Brush fire along I-40 West backs up traffic for miles

Firefighters battled flames along the highway as westbound motorists faced lengthy delays

2 weeks ago in Arts & Culture, Business, Food & Drink, Local

Asheville’s Wall Street gets new life with murals, businesses

New restaurants, handcrafted signs and colorful artwork are bringing changes to the historic downtown street