North Carolina Reports 17 Measles Cases Amid Major U.S. Outbreak
North Carolina reports 17 measles cases since December. Nearby South Carolina sees nearly 1,000 cases amid an outbreak.
February 6, 2026
North Carolina reports 17 measles cases since December. Nearby South Carolina sees nearly 1,000 cases amid an outbreak.
A Winston-Salem man pleaded guilty to second-degree murder in the fatal 2023 shooting of Greensboro Sgt. Philip Nix.
Democratic candidates for Forsyth County Board face off, with District B’s race pivotal for party control shift.
Twenty candidates vie for three Asheville City Council seats, focusing on housing and transit, with a budget gap looming.
High Point Museum’s exhibit “To Form a More Perfect Union” showcases African American stamps honoring civil rights.
North Carolina’s Gov. Stein aims to enhance mental health support, focusing on crisis intervention and staffing issues.
The NC DOT will elevate I-77 express lanes through uptown to reduce property impacts, despite some local opposition.
North Carolina schools report a 6.1% drop in crimes, with incidents concentrated in specific grades and challenges.
In December 2025, unemployment rates in North Carolina saw a widespread decrease, with 99 of the state’s counties reporting declines, according to a recent government press release. Edgecombe County reported the highest unemployment rate at 5.4 percent, while Stanly County had the lowest at 2.6 percent. All fifteen metro areas
Commissioner Jennifer Horton sues Buncombe County, alleging suspension of funds for her care homes violates state law.
Canton may ban crypto mining and data centers, prioritizing local resources over tech growth. Public hearing Feb. 11.
Sen. Thom Tillis seeks detailed records from DHS on “Operation Charlotte’s Web,” questioning arrests and force used.
