$590M PFAS settlement, new RDU airline lead Thursday’s top NC stories: What to know
Catch up on today's top News & Observer stories, from a $590M PFAS settlement to a new RDU airline, Wake…
Teen Mom’s Jenelle Evans Addresses Her ‘Situation’ With David Eason
Teen Mom 2 star Jenelle Evans is promising her fans that she is "done" with ex David Eason after recently…
Why King Charles Sent Letter About Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s Status
King Charles III issued a letter this week about Prince Harry and Meghan Markle clarifying questions about their royal statuses…
Forbes ranked the country’s top colleges. These 4 NC schools made the top 100
Forbes ranked the nation’s 500 colleges by outcomes. Four North Carolina schools — Duke, UNC-Chapel Hill, NC State and Davidson…
High School football update: Thursday’s live NC scores, RPI playoff glance
The high school football gameday with previews for key games in Charlotte, NC, NCHSAA CMS area, plus complete schedule
Bull riding at NC rodeo provides a ‘safe place’ to belong. Photos tell the story
Shady Acres Rodeo in Cumberland County North Carolina provides a place for bull riding but also connection where mental health…
2 NC BBQ restaurants rank among South’s best new spots, Southern Living says
Southern Living names Ben’s Backdraft Barbecue in Waynesville and The Honey Hog in Morganton among the best new barbecue restaurants…
How much has Duke football’s defense improved? The next test is at Illinois
Duke’s defense looks sharper under Manny Diaz and Jonathan Patke after a strong showing vs Tulane. Next test: Illinois at…
When to get flu, COVID vaccines this year? Here’s what to know in NC
Respiratory virus season is near in North Carolina. Find when to get updated flu and COVID vaccines, who should be…
RDU lands another new airline and another international destination
Volaris, the low-cost Mexican carrier, will begin flying nonstop between Raleigh-Durham International Airport and Guadalajara, Mexico, in October 2026.