2 weeks ago in Business, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Employers face higher living wage threshold in Asheville area

Just Economics sets $24.10 hourly rate, offers pledged option for businesses

2 weeks ago in Community, Crime & Safety, Lifestyle, Local, Pets, ZZZ App Top Stories

‘Sewer Kitty’ discovered under downtown Asheville storm drain

Two downtown Asheville workers were taken aback when they heard meowing coming from a nearby sewer grate. Upon closer inspection, the duo discovered a small, grey cat beneath a Battery Park Avenue storm drain.

2 weeks ago in Sports

McIlroy leads by one stroke after first round at Dubai Invitational

Rory McIlroy posted a 5-under 66 to lead by one stroke after the first round of the Dubai Invitational on Thursday.

2 weeks ago in Music, Trending

See the dates and ticket plans for the BTS tour that starts in April

The BTS comeback is upon us. The K-pop septet has announced a 2026 - 2027 world tour, kicking off in South Korea in April and running through March 2027 with over 70 dates across Asia, North America, South America, Australia and Europe.

2 weeks ago in National

Trump threatens to use the Insurrection Act to end protests in Minneapolis

President Donald Trump on Thursday threatened to invoke the Insurrection Act and deploy troops to quell persistent protests against the federal officers sent to Minneapolis to enforce his administration's massive immigration crackdown.

2 weeks ago in Sports

Coco Gauff and Venus Williams set for potential Australian Open meeting in 2nd round

Coco Gauff and Venus Williams could meet in the second round of the Australian Open, another potential chapter in a tennis tale that started with a 15-year-old on her Grand Slam debut beating a seven-time major winner at Wimbledon.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment

Mattel and Alex Aster team up for Barbie young adult novel, ‘Barbie: Dreamscape’

The publishing arm of Mattel Inc. is teaming with million-selling novelist Alex Aster on a Barbie young adult novel in which the iconic doll embarks on a journey across "treacherous, magical lands."

2 weeks ago in Sports, Trending

John Harbaugh and the Giants are working on a deal to make him their coach, AP sources say

John Harbaugh and the New York Giants are working on an agreement to make him the team's head coach, three people with knowledge of the decision said Thursday.

2 weeks ago in Business, Food & Drink, Local, On The Town, ZZZ App Top Stories

Fork & Dagger: Saffron’s bold Indian flavors outshine rough dining room

New restaurant in the former Barrel House space delivers standout curries despite an uneven first impression

2 weeks ago in Local, Native Advertising, Outdoors, ZZZ App Top Stories

Bitter cold, gusty winds follow snow across Asheville area

Wind chills as low as minus 15 degrees prompt advisories for high elevations through Friday

2 weeks ago in Local, Outdoors, ZZZ App Top Stories

Slick roads divide Asheville area as snow moves in

Drivers report clear streets downtown but icy conditions west of the French Broad River

2 weeks ago in Arts & Culture, Community, Entertainment, Food & Drink, Health & Wellness, Lifestyle, Local, Music, On The Town, Outdoors, ZZZ App Top Stories

Things to do in Asheville & WNC: Jan. 16-18

Salsa dancing, plant bingo, zombie movies and winter markets are all on the docket in our weekly weekend guide.

2 weeks ago in Education, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

School closures, delays announced across Asheville area

Icy road conditions prompt multiple districts to close schools, delay start times or shift to remote learning Thursday

2 weeks ago in World

Danish official says there’s a ‘fundamental disagreement’ with Trump over Greenland

A top Danish official said Wednesday that a "fundamental disagreement" over Greenland remains with President Donald Trump after holding highly anticipated White House talks with Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio.

2 weeks ago in Sports

Oregon QB Dante Moore says he’ll return to the Ducks rather than declare for the NFL draft

Oregon quarterback Dante Moore has decided to return to the Ducks next season rather than declare for the NFL draft. Moore, 20, announced his decision on Wednesday on ESPN.

2 weeks ago in Sports

Dell Curry is getting his No. 30 jersey retired by Charlotte in March

The Charlotte Hornets announced Wednesday that Dell Curry — the father of Stephen and Seth Curry — will get his No. 30 retired in a ceremony on March 19 when the team plays host to the Orlando Magic.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment

Actor Michael Keaton is named Man of the Year by Harvard’s Hasty Pudding Theatricals

Actor Michael Keaton has been named 2026 Man of the Year by Harvard University's Hasty Pudding Theatricals. The theater group, which dates to 1844 and claims to be the world's third-oldest still operating, announced Wednesday that Keaton will receive his Pudding Pot award at a celebratory roast Feb. 6.

2 weeks ago in National

US will suspend immigrant visa processing from 75 countries over public assistance concerns

The State Department said Wednesday it will suspend the processing of immigrant visas for citizens of 75 countries, including Afghanistan, Iran, Russia and Somalia, whose nationals the Trump administration has deemed likely to require public assistance while living in the United States.

2 weeks ago in Crime & Safety, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Second arrest made in Buncombe County death investigation

Woman charged with concealing death as murder suspect remains jailed without bond

2 weeks ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Verizon customers report widespread service outage in Asheville area

Users across the U.S. are also seeing phones switch to ‘SOS’ mode