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

2 weeks ago in Local, Native Advertising, Outdoors

Asheville breaks 118-year rainfall record as flooding threat continues Friday

The National Weather Service says another 1 to 3 inches of rain is expected through Friday night after Thursday's storms flooded roads and stranded vehicles in Buncombe County

2 weeks ago in Crime & Safety, Local

Man injured in I-40 motorcycle crash succumbs to injuries

Robert Franklin Owen III, 49, has passed away after an interstate motorcycle accident earlier this month left the rider seriously injured.

2 weeks ago in Business, Food & Drink, Local

Black Mountain details years-long fire code dispute with Oak & Grist

Town says discussions began in 2023; distillery owner says expansion talks were unrelated to current enforcement action

2 weeks ago in Local, Native Advertising

Flash Flood Warning issued for Asheville as Merrimon Avenue floods, stranded vehicles reported

The National Weather Service warns of life-threatening flash flooding in central Buncombe County after 2 to 3 inches of rain fell, with more heavy rain expected through midnight

2 weeks ago in Food & Drink, Local

Fork & Dagger: Hidden South Asheville gem earns 5-fork rating

Fresh sashimi, inventive rolls and colorful décor make Asheville Sushi & Hibachi worth a visit

2 weeks ago in Crime & Safety, Local

Asheville police arrest man accused in string of naked break-in attempts

Detectives say 68-year-old faces attempted burglary, indecent exposure and secret peeping charges after months of incidents in the Deer Lake Drive neighborhood

2 weeks ago in Entertainment

Things to do in Asheville and WNC: July 24-26

Moth Night, Hillbilly Jam, Love Shine Play Festival, “RENT,” Bacon, Beer, Blues, Bourbon Fest and lakefront birding are among July 24-26 events across WNC.

2 weeks ago in Local, Native Advertising, Outdoors

Flash Flood Warning issued in WNC; Asheville remains under Flood Watch

Heavy rain has already produced flooding in parts of the mountains, with additional downpours expected through Friday

2 weeks ago in Health & Wellness, Local

Permanent daylight saving time could mean darker winter mornings in Asheville, experts say

Proposed federal change would end twice-yearly clock changes, but health experts warn of possible impacts

2 weeks ago in Community, Local, On The Town

Asheville seeks public input on Biltmore Village recovery plan

At a Biltmore Village community meeting today, Asheville city planners provided an update on Tropical Storm Helene recovery in the historic neighborhood. Public input on the plan is wanted.

2 weeks ago in Sports

Wilt Chamberlain Lakers jacket found by a teen at a thrift store fetches over $89,000 at auction

A warmup jacket worn by Wilt Chamberlain during the 1972 NBA finals that was bought by a teenager for $3.07 at an Oregon thrift store sold for $89,600 at auction on Monday.

2 weeks ago in Sports

Red Sox win 15th straight, matching longest in club history, with 6-3 victory over Orioles

The Boston Red Sox won their 15th straight game to match a club record for the longest winning streak in team history from 80 years ago, beating the Baltimore Orioles 6-3 in the opener of a split doubleheader on Wednesday afternoon.