NC Schools Ranked Among 2021’s Best Colleges: US News

New rankings from U.S. News & World Report evaluate colleges based on factors such as academic excellence and graduation rates.

2 NC Restaurants Make Daily Meal's 101 Best In U.S. List

The Daily Meal site has unveiled its picks for the 101 best restaurants in America. See the eateries that made the list in North Carolina.

Sen. Tillis' Office Under Fire For Comments To Cancer Survivor

"Sounds like something you’re going to have to figure it out," Tillis' staffer told the cancer survivor who called for help.

Trump To Hold Campaign Rally In NC Tuesday: Watch Livestream

President Donald Trump is holding a campaign rally in Winston-Salem Tuesday night. Here's how to livestream the event.

NC Moves Into 'Phase 2.5': What You Need To Know

Labor Day weekend marks the next step in loosening restrictions in North Carolina. Here's what you need to know.

NC Parents Want In-Person Classes: NC Patch Survey

"It’s been hard to juggle work and being a teacher," one North Carolina parent said.

COVID-19 In NC: 1,656 New Cases As Death Toll Surpasses 2,800

At least 1,656 newly confirmed COVID-19 cases were reported in North Carolina Thursday.

Stink Bugs Are About To Crawl Into NC Homes: What To Do

Brown marmorated stink bugs, which threaten fruit crops in North Carolina and 45 others, will soon crawl into your home for the winter.

Wilmington Becomes 1st WWII 'Heritage City' During Trump Visit

"A big deal," President Donald Trump said of the coastal North Carolina city's designation.

Land of Oz: How To Get A Private Tour Of The Quirky Theme Park

Beech Mountain's quirky Wizard of Oz theme park is offering private tours this month. Here's how to book one.

School In The Time Of Coronavirus: Take NC Patch's Survey

Whether your district is going in person or remote, the 2020-21 school year is a big adjustment for many North Carolina parents and students

Raleigh Mayor Sets Curfew Ahead Of Anticipated Weekend Protests

The citywide curfew will be in effect Friday and Saturday night, from 10 p.m. until 5 a.m., Raleigh Mayor Mary-Ann Baldwin said.

$2M Winning Powerball Ticket Sold Online In North Carolina

The winner of the $2 million Powerball ticket bought online has 180 days to claim it, lottery officials said Thursday.

Best Employers In North Carolina: New Forbes List

A new ranking from Forbes lists the best employers in all 50 states, including these in North Carolina.

NC Patch Local Business Information Center: A Community Resource

Patch has partnered with scores of local businesses to keep you informed about their services during the pandemic and beyond.

Mail-In Voting In North Carolina: Deadlines, How To Get A Ballot

Thinking of voting by mail this election? Here's how to properly cast your ballot by mail in North Carolina.

35 COVID-19 Deaths In A Day, NC Tally Nears 158,000 Confirmations

At least 1,000 North Carolinians were hospitalized with coronavirus-related illness, state public health officials said Tuesday.

Tropical Storm Laura: How Storm's Track Could Impact NC

Tropical Storm Laura, which is expected to turn into a hurricane in the Gulf of Mexico by Tuesday night could impact NC, forecasters said.

Onion Recall Affects HelloFresh Meal Kits Sent To North Carolina

HelloFresh issued a voluntary recall of onions included in its subscription meal kits, citing possible salmonella contamination.

29 Deaths, More Than 2K New COVID-19 Cases In North Carolina

A surge of more than 2,000 confirmations Friday marked the largest one-day jump in COVID-19 cases in North Carolina since late July.

Old Farmer’s Almanac Winter 2020-21 Predictions For NC

The Old Farmer’s Almanac just released its long-range winter forecast. Are we in for a reprieve, or will this year stick to what it knows?

Voting By Mail In NC: Take The Patch Survey

Due to the coronavirus pandemic, a surge in mail-in ballots is expected for the November election.

13 NC Colleges Make Princeton Review’s 2021 'Best' List

The annual list, released this week, includes 386 colleges from across the country. See which NC schools made the list.

Frozen Shrimp Sold At NC Costco, Elsewhere May Contain Salmonella

Kirkland and other brand-name frozen shrimp distributed in North Carolina and nationwide recalled due to possible salmonella contamination.

NC Launches Job Retention Grant Program: How To Apply

Small businesses and non-profits in NC affected by COVID-19 could be eligible for up to $250,000 grants, Gov. Roy Cooper said.

North Carolina High School Football Delayed Until February 2021

The start of this year's high school football season will be delayed for months, NCHSAA announced. Here's the new sports calendar.

NC Aquarium Turns Pandemic Cleaning Into Cash During Closure

Do you know how much 100 gallons of coins are worth? This North Carolina aquarium is turning pandemic cleaning into cash.

Onions Recalled In North Carolina Due To Salmonella Risk

A salmonella outbreak linked to onions and products containing onions recently expanded to 43 states after hundreds reportedly fell ill.

'Felt Like A Big Trash Hauler,' Earthquake In NC Felt States Away

Sunday morning's earthquake that hit western North Carolina was the strongest to hit the state in more than 100 years.

NC Deploys New COVID-19 Testing Mandate For Nursing Homes

North Carolina confirmed 1,545 new coronavirus cases and 42 deaths since Thursday, according to state public health officials.

2020 Census To End Count A Month Early In North Carolina

Plagued by outreach challenges amid the pandemic, the U.S. Census Bureau said it is ending counting efforts for the 2020 census on Sept. 30.

NC's Phase 2 Pause Delays High School Sports Beyond Sept. 1

The start of high school fall sports in North Carolina has been pushed back again due to the extension of Phase 2 closures, NCHSAA said.

An EF-3 Tornado Hit Bertie County On Tuesday, NWS Confirms

The deadly tornado that took two lives and left at least 14 injured in Bertie County produced winds between 140 and 145 miles per hour.

5 Things To Know About Mysterious Seeds In North Carolina

Here’s what we know about the seeds that have been mailed to homes in North Carolina.

Isaias' Impact In NC: 153,495 Without Power, Two Dead​

Two people died in a tornado that ravaged a mobile home park in Bertie County, officials confirmed Tuesday.

Hurricane ​Isaias: State Of Emergency Declared In North Carolina

Gov. Roy Cooper on Friday said North Carolina is in "double trouble" with the looming threats of the pandemic and Hurricane Isaias.

​North Carolina Coronavirus: 2,344 More Cases, 38 New Deaths

In the last 24 hours, 483 people have been admitted to reporting hospitals on suspicion of having COVID-19, state data shows.

North Carolina's Best Hospitals: Latest US News Rankings

New rankings for 2020-21 from U.S. News & World Report identify the best hospitals in North Carolina. Here's the list.

Target Closes NC Stores On Thanksgiving, Adjusts Sale Schedule

The retailer says 'this isn't a year for crowds' and will begin offering holiday savings in October to keep shoppers safe.

FDA Recalls 75 Hand Sanitizers That May Be In NC Homes

As the coronavirus persists and demand for hand sanitizers grows, people in NC may have brands that contain dangerous methanol.