North Carolina News

Attorney Talks About The Legal Side To Gay Marriage In NC

In the days after the Supreme Court decided not to hear appeals related to same sex marriage bans being overturned, the number of states allowing gay marriage jumped from 19 to 32.

Court decision in: City Remains in Control of the Airport

A North Carolina judge says Charlotte will maintain control of one of the nation's busiest airports instead of a commission pushed by state Republican lawmakers.

District Judge: Same-Sex Marriage Ban Unconstitutional

Just before 6:00 Friday evening, a judge ruled same-sex couples can marry in North Carolina.

New Election Rules Shorten Voter Registration Period

Thanks to some controversial new election rules, Friday was the last day to register to vote for the Novemeber 4 election.

Charlotte Airport Battle Lingers On

There could be a ruling next week on the City of Charlotte's lawsuit that blocks a new commission from taking control of the airport.

Judge Strikes Down Same-Sex Marriage Ban

A federal judge has struck down North Carolina's gay marriage ban, opening the way for the first same-sex weddings in the state.

New Effort to Block Same-Sex Marriage in North Carolina

House Speaker Thom Tillis and Senate leader Phil Berger filed a motion Thursday seeking to intervene in legal challenges to Amendment One.

NC Reports Its First Flu Related Death Of The Season

The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services has reported the state's first flu related death.

Anthony Foxx Weighs in on Airport Fight

The fight for control over Charlotte-Douglas Airport may end Friday. That's when a judge could decide on the constitutionality of the Airport Commission.

Judge Lifts Stays in Same-Sex Marriage Cases

A step forward for gay marriage in North Carolina. A federal judge lifted stays in two cases challenging Amendment One Wednesday.

Joshua Houser Faces Judge in Custody Hearing

The Davenports want Houser to give up his rights to his son, Bladen, who was born while Houser was in jail for abusing Kilah.

Enterovirus Spreading in North Carolina

Health officials have confirmed another three cases in North Carolina, bringing the toal to nine.

Mecklenburg County Prepares for Same-Sex Marriages

A federal judge appears ready to strike down North Carolina's ban, following a landmark decision by the Supreme Court.

Experts: Same-Sex Marriage Debate Could Sway NC Senate Race

Same-sex marriage is one of the topics North Carolina Senator Kay Hagan and challenger Thom Tills sparred over in their second live debate Tuesday night.

Officials looking for missing teen

The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children and the Caldwell County Department of Social Services is asking for the public's help in locating a missing teenage girl.