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Elections

Search warrant FBI served at Georgia elections office seeks records tied to 2020 election

Search warrant FBI served at Georgia elections office seeks records tied to 2020 election

  • KATE BRUMBACK Associated Press
  • Updated Feb 12, 2026

Last week, Trump predicted prosecutions over a contest in which judges and other officials said they found no evidence of widespread fraud.

Democrats prevent Texas House from moving forward with Trump-backed congressional map

Democrats prevent Texas House from moving forward with Trump-backed congressional map

  • BILL BARROW and NADIA LATHAN Associated Press
  • Updated Feb 7, 2026

Republican Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said he'll try to remove Democratic lawmakers from office if they do not return after many left to block the adoption of redrawn House maps. 

Republicans can't stop talking about Joe Biden. That could be a problem

Republicans can't stop talking about Joe Biden. That could be a problem

  • BILL BARROW and MATT BROWN Associated Press
  • Updated Jan 25, 2026

It's been six months since Joe Biden left the Oval Office. Republicans, including President Trump, can't stop talking about him.

Democrats want to focus on Trump. Instead, they're being asked about Biden's mental acuity

Democrats want to focus on Trump. Instead, they're being asked about Biden's mental acuity

  • JONATHAN J. COOPER Associated Press
  • Updated Nov 19, 2025

PHOENIX — Joe Biden's time in public office is now behind him, but his age and mental acuity have become a litmus test for the next leaders in his party.

Wisconsin, Florida elections provide early warning signs to Trump and Republicans

Wisconsin, Florida elections provide early warning signs to Trump and Republicans

  • JILL COLVIN and MAYA SWEEDLER Associated Press
  • Updated Oct 6, 2025

A trio of spring elections provided early warning signs to Republicans and President Donald Trump on Tuesday.

PHOTOS: The top images from the 2024 elections

PHOTOS: The top images from the 2024 elections

  • The Associated Press
  • Updated Jun 9, 2025

Associated Press photographers captured voters with raw emotions of joy, excitement, contemplation or sorrow.

Number of women who are state lawmakers inches up to a record high

Number of women who are state lawmakers inches up to a record high

  • ISABELLA VOLMERT Associated Press
  • Updated May 27, 2025

Women will for the first time make up a majority of state legislators in Colorado and New Mexico next year, but at least 13 states saw losses in female representation after the November election.

Trump hammered Democrats on transgender issues. Now the party is at odds on a response

Trump hammered Democrats on transgender issues. Now the party is at odds on a response

  • Updated May 20, 2025

Democrats are grappling with how to handle transgender politics and policy following a campaign that featured withering and often misleading GOP attacks on the issue.

Elon Musk's PAC spent an estimated $200 million to help elect Trump, AP source says

Elon Musk's PAC spent an estimated $200 million to help elect Trump, AP source says

  • Updated May 18, 2025

Elon Musk's super PAC spent about $200 million to help elect Donald Trump, according to a person familiar with the group's spending.

Trump's win brings uncertainty to borrowers hoping for student debt forgiveness

Trump's win brings uncertainty to borrowers hoping for student debt forgiveness

  • Updated May 15, 2025

Trump has not said what he would do on student debt forgiveness, leaving millions of borrowers facing uncertainty over their personal finances.

A record 13 women will be governors next year after New Hampshire elected Kelly Ayotte

A record 13 women will be governors next year after New Hampshire elected Kelly Ayotte

  • Updated May 16, 2025

A record 13 women will serve as governor next year after the election of New Hampshire Republican Kelly Ayotte, breaking the record set in 2023. 

AP VoteCast takeaways: Gender voting gap was unremarkable compared with recent history

AP VoteCast takeaways: Gender voting gap was unremarkable compared with recent history

  • Updated May 13, 2025

Trump benefited from narrow gains among both men and women, with Harris modestly underperforming compared with Biden in 2020.

Biden and Trump will meet in the Oval Office on Wednesday, the White House says

Biden and Trump will meet in the Oval Office on Wednesday, the White House says

  • Updated May 16, 2025

Trump, a Republican, did not host Biden, a Democrat, for a sit-down after Trump lost his reelection bid in 2020.

Biden gets blamed by Harris allies for the vice president's resounding loss to Trump

Biden gets blamed by Harris allies for the vice president's resounding loss to Trump

  • Updated May 13, 2025

Joe Biden's name wasn't on the ballot, but history will likely remember Kamala Harris' resounding defeat as his loss too.

Local News

Foothills Community School students lead leadership experience with LINC class

Foothills Community School students lead leadership experience with LINC class

  • Mar 31, 2026

“To see these students confidently lead, evaluate, and engage with adult professionals speaks volumes about the strength of their program and the future of our community.”

Highway patrol: Juvenile killed in McDowell County wreck while driving electric bike

Highway patrol: Juvenile killed in McDowell County wreck while driving electric bike

  • Updated Mar 30, 2026

The driver of an electric bike was declared dead at the scene, according to highway patrol.

State, local agencies issue bans on open burning in North Carolina

State, local agencies issue bans on open burning in North Carolina

  • Mar 30, 2026

“With drought severity across the state, forecast fire weather and the potential for limited rainfall, it is critical to reduce the number of new fire starts,” Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler said in a statement.

Fire in Buck Creek section of McDowell still 175 acres Monday morning, 0% contained

Fire in Buck Creek section of McDowell still 175 acres Monday morning, 0% contained

  • Updated Mar 30, 2026

Fire crews from multiple departments continue to work diligently to contain the fire and protect surrounding structures.

State & Regional

4 biggest remaining needs for the Panthers following free agency

4 biggest remaining needs for the Panthers following free agency

  • 23 hrs ago

The early stages of the 2026 offseason may have gone according to plan for the Carolina Panthers.

NC high school senior accepted to 90+ colleges, received $5.3 million in scholarship offers

NC high school senior accepted to 90+ colleges, received $5.3 million in scholarship offers

  • Mar 31, 2026

“In high school, when I started taking a chemistry class, I realized it was something I was kind of good at and it was also something I enjoyed." 

Billy Donovan responds to UNC coaching speculation

Billy Donovan responds to UNC coaching speculation

  • Mar 30, 2026

Chicago Bulls coach Billy Donovan is one of the names that has been floated since North Carolina fired Hubert Davis, and he did not deny having interest.

North Carolina coaching search: Who should be next coach for Tar Heels basketball?

North Carolina coaching search: Who should be next coach for Tar Heels basketball?

  • Updated Mar 30, 2026

Frank McGuire, Dean Smith, Bill Guthridge, Matt Doherty, Roy Williams, Hubert Davis.  That’s the list of UNC basketball coaches over the last 70-plus years. Six coaches, six NCAA championships.

Nation & World

Trump lashes out at allies, says securing the Strait of Hormuz is 'not for us'

Trump lashes out at allies, says securing the Strait of Hormuz is 'not for us'

  • 14 mins ago

Trump said the military could end its offensive in two to three weeks and that the U.S. won't have anything to do with what happens next in the strait, which has been closed by the Islamic Republic.

Jill On Money: How to pay for college

Jill On Money: How to pay for college

  • 2 hrs ago

College acceptance letters are rolling in for the Class of 2030, and the total cost of attendance has never been higher.

Trump plans to attend Supreme Court hearing on his bid to limit birthright citizenship

Trump plans to attend Supreme Court hearing on his bid to limit birthright citizenship

  • Updated 13 mins ago

The citizenship restrictions are a part of Trump’s broader immigration crackdown, signed as an executive order in January 2025, but they have not yet taken effect anywhere in the country after being blocked by several courts. A definitive ruling from the Supreme Court is expected by early summer.

Trump to challenge US birthright citizenship in Supreme Court

Trump to challenge US birthright citizenship in Supreme Court

  • Updated 13 mins ago

Trump targets birthright citizenship as the Supreme Court reopens the 14th Amendment battle, sparking protests and fears for US identity.

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Highway patrol: Juvenile killed in McDowell County wreck while driving electric bike

Highway patrol: Juvenile killed in McDowell County wreck while driving electric bike

  • Updated Mar 30, 2026
NC high school senior accepted to 90+ colleges, received $5.3 million in scholarship offers

NC high school senior accepted to 90+ colleges, received $5.3 million in scholarship offers

  • Mar 31, 2026
Marion woman charged with starting wildfire in northern McDowell County

Marion woman charged with starting wildfire in northern McDowell County

  • Updated 13 hrs ago

Shopping

How to Buy WLFI Token: Full Beginner Guide

How to Buy WLFI Token: Full Beginner Guide

  • Updated Feb 23, 2026

Affiliate. Learn how to buy WLFI Token in this step by step guide for beginners. 

Solana Wallet for Beginners (2025): Setup, Safety, Staking & Swaps

Solana Wallet for Beginners (2025): Setup, Safety, Staking & Swaps

  • Updated Jan 15, 2026

Affiliate. Learn how to create and use a Solana wallet, stake SOL, swap tokens, bridge assets, and stay secure with Best Wallet’s multi-chain features.

Web3 Wallet for Beginners: How to Set Up, Stay Safe, and Pick the Right App

Web3 Wallet for Beginners: How to Set Up, Stay Safe, and Pick the Right App

  • Updated Dec 24, 2025

Affiliate. Learn what a Web3 wallet is, how to set one up, and how to stay safe while exploring DeFi, NFTs, and new crypto coins with beginner‑friendly apps like Best Wallet.​

Which Crypto May Boom in 2025? A Look at What’s Trending

Which Crypto May Boom in 2025? A Look at What’s Trending

  • Updated Sep 16, 2025

Affiliate. Find out which crypto coins you should watch closely in 2025. 

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The Future of E-Commerce Payments: How Crypto Could Cut Transaction Fees for Merchants

The Future of E-Commerce Payments: How Crypto Could Cut Transaction Fees for Merchants

  • Updated Dec 19, 2025

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Are Starter Homes Becoming a Thing of the Past?

Are Starter Homes Becoming a Thing of the Past?

  • Updated Sep 26, 2025

Provided content. Rising costs, limited supply, and shifting priorities are making starter homes harder to find.

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From Playa to Reality: Hints and Tools for Recovering From Burning Man

From Playa to Reality: Hints and Tools for Recovering From Burning Man

  • Updated Aug 14, 2025

Contributor content. This guide offers practical tools to potentially help ease the transition from Black Rock City to daily life. 

Crime

Marion woman charged with starting wildfire in northern McDowell County

Marion woman charged with starting wildfire in northern McDowell County

  • Updated 13 hrs ago

As of Tuesday morning, the fire is 185 acres in size and 20% contained. 

Marion man charged with  death by distribution in 22-year-old's 2025 overdose death

Marion man charged with death by distribution in 22-year-old's 2025 overdose death

  • Updated Mar 30, 2026

An autopsy revealed the man died from toxic levels of fentanyl and cocaine in his system.

McDowell County man charged with abuse of child, adults with special needs

McDowell County man charged with abuse of child, adults with special needs

  • Updated Mar 27, 2026

An 11-year-old girl, an adult man and adult woman (both with special needs) were living at the home without running water or indoor plumbing, the sheriff's office said.

McDowell Sheriff’s Office warns about text message scam claiming unpaid parking citation

McDowell Sheriff’s Office warns about text message scam claiming unpaid parking citation

  • Updated Mar 27, 2026

“Know this: Government agencies do not send notices like this via text or QR codes,” the sheriff's office said.

Politics

Defunct Greensboro nonprofit tied to Mark Robinson’s wife owes $100,000

Defunct Greensboro nonprofit tied to Mark Robinson’s wife owes $100,000

  • 44 mins ago

The N.C. Justice Department — at the request of N.C. Department of Health and Human Services — sent a collections letter to the Balanced Nutrition officials in August 2025 with a demand for the repayment of the $101,142. DHHS said Monday that "no payment has been made to date."

Marion, McDowell leaders seek public’s input on future of Drexel Heritage site

Marion, McDowell leaders seek public’s input on future of Drexel Heritage site

  • Updated 13 hrs ago

"This was a kickoff event intended to engage the community and begin gathering feedback and ideas about what residents would like to see in this space moving forward.”

‘No kings’ rally in downtown Marion draws more than 275 people, organizers say

‘No kings’ rally in downtown Marion draws more than 275 people, organizers say

  • Updated Mar 30, 2026

“Folks are paying attention, and they’re ready to head to the polls in the midterms and vote for leadership that respects all Americans.”

McDowell County Emergency Services Director Will Kehler to retire

McDowell County Emergency Services Director Will Kehler to retire

  • Updated Mar 27, 2026

“Will’s leadership has left a lasting impact on our organization and our community in ways that will continue for generations."

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