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Vaccines for children and adults are widely available to help contain the spread of whooping cough or pertussis, which is up to 27 cases in Henderson County.

Asheville Police Chief Mike Lamb speaks with BPR's Helen Chickering about his background, observations, and departmental priorities.

Just before the first day of spring, the region will feel lows in the 20s, and local officials urge caution with much of the area under a warning for increased fire risk.

With 18 confirmed cases in Buncombe County since mid-August, public health officials urge families to monitor symptoms and seek early treatment.

North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper requests $25.57 billion in federal aid for Hurricane Helene recovery, criticizing the Republican-led state legislature’s relief efforts as inadequate and calling Senate Bill 382 a “disaster bill.”

Retiring Executive Director Jim Barrett and his successor Jackie Kiger share their vision for the nonprofit’s continued impact in Western North Carolina.

The young paddler from Bryson City earns a podium finish in canoe slalom and gears up for the extreme kayak cross competition.

In his final days as governor, Roy Cooper discussed disaster recovery, housing challenges, and plans for the future during a visit to Western North Carolina.

The much-loved Charlotte the Stingray, who became internationally known for her unique pregnancy, diagnosed with a rare reproductive disease, according to the aquarium.

Whooping cough, or pertussis, cases may have peaked in an outbreak in Henderson and Transylvania counties in Western North Carolina counties. Health officials are concerned gatherings such as summer camps could further the spread.