Local News

WNC -- Outdoor/Environmental:  Western North Carolina's Pisgah and Nantahala National Forests are vital resources for recreation, wildlife, and the regional economy.

Mitchell County --  Mitchell County Deputies and Spruce Pine Police responded to a residence yesterday. A person outside a home a concealed weapon, and they were concerned due to the individual's prior history.

Asheville --  Early on Saturday morning, Asheville Police Officers and K9 Macho arrested a man who tried to break into a homeowner's home near Biltmore Village and assaulted him with a handgun.

Jackson County --  Around 10:30 p.m. on June 14, 25th, deputies were patrolling the US-74 Balsam area.   For a driving infraction, deputies performed a traffic stop. 

WNC --   Western North Carolina residents whose lives and homes were upended by the devastating force of Hurricane Helene last fall can now breathe a sigh of relief.

Asheville -- A vehicle accident that claimed a life in West Asheville on Sunday morning is being investigated by the Asheville Police Department. 
On Sunday, at about 11:23 a.m., APD Patrol Officers responded to the accident close to Exit 1B on Interstate 240 West.

Raleigh --  Press Release North Carolina Governor Josh Stein's Office June 13, 2025: Governor Stein released the following statement on planned weekend protests: 

Montreat --   The volunteer firefighting community in Western North Carolina is in mourning following the death of a Riceville Volunteer Fire Department member in an ATV accident during a training exercise on Saturday, June 14, 2025.

Asheville --  Officers from the Asheville Police Department arrested detained a man for brandishing a firearm and recognized him as the robber of a convenience store a few hours earlier.