Open enrollment is underway. Advocates urge beneficiaries to review their options carefully to avoid unexpected expenses or gaps in coverage.

In North Carolina, Democrats picked up seats that were considered reliably red before or had even been gerrymandered by GOP leaders. In a district covering part of Mecklenburg County, a Democrat and first-time political candidate, LaKesha Womack, even unseated one of North Carolina’s most powerful politicians, Republican Tim Moore — in a U.S. House district he redrew to be more GOP-friendly before running for the seat.

For many members of the LGBTQ+ community, third spaces offer more than just a place to wind down and socialize. They allow for connections to be made, a place where people can be authentic, build friendships and find a sense of belonging. But these spaces are becoming harder to find.

Retired federal scientist Frank Bove and Camp Lejeune advocates Mike Partain and Jerry Ensminger challenge the Justice Department’s kidney cancer arguments, citing federal research and revealing courtroom exchanges.

Trump administration policies and Congressional inaction have undermined Hurricane Helene recovery in many parts of western North Carolina.

Silfab Solar could begin part of its solar panel manufacturing process involving industrial chemicals as early as this week.The Rock Hill Herald reports the company provided a 72-hour notice Friday to the South Carolina Department of Environmental Services. The notice was required under an agreement with state regulators after two chemical releases in March halted Silfab's plans at its Fort Mill facility.The Canada-based company has been at the center of controversy because of its use of industrial chemicals near homes and schools. Several legal cases regarding what operations Silfab can conduct at the site remain ongoing.

RTI International, based in Research Triangle Park, recently produced a report that looks at ways to create new opportunities for coastal North Carolina businesses.

Authorities on Sunday arrested a man in a shooting during homecoming weekend at Winston-Salem State University that left one person dead and at least one other person injured.