A hurricane's historic destruction hasn't stopped North Carolina election workers and voters

HOT SPRINGS, N.C. (AP) — About three weeks after Hurricane Helene pummeled western North Carolina, the Hot Springs Community Center was still caked in mud. A paper sign hung on the door warning visitors to use “extreme caution” until the building could be inspected. The reason for the damage...

North Carolina county surrounding Asheville overcounted Helene deaths by as many as 30, sheriff says

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — The North Carolina county that is home to Asheville overcounted deaths caused by Helene by as many as 30, according to a statement Tuesday from its sheriff’s office and data from the state, significantly reducing the death toll from the historic storm. ...

Hospitals' IV fluid shortage may impact surgeries for weeks

Surgery schedules around the country may be washed out for several more weeks while a crucial IV and sterile fluids factory remains shut down for hurricane-related damage. People often plan non-emergency surgeries in the fall and early-winter months when their insurance coverage will...

AP Decision Notes: What to expect in North Carolina on Election Day

WASHINGTON (AP) — North Carolina voters will cast ballots for president and governor in the Nov. 5 general election while many in the state are still dealing with the aftermath and massive destruction caused by Hurricane Helene. The Tarheel State is one of a handful of competitive...

North Carolina county overcounted Hurricane Helene deaths by as many as 30, according to sheriff and state data

The ACC race starts with No. 7 Duke and No. 9 UNC. The league needs more teams to join the chase

Jon Scheyer's third season at No. 7 Duke begins as the Atlantic Coast Conference favorite, even while adding 10 newcomers and preparing to lean on a freshman earning All-America recognition before ever playing a college game. Ninth-ranked North Carolina has its typically lofty status...

Florida State in rebuilding mode as Leonard Hamilton, 78, enters the final year of his contract

Florida State (17-16, 10-10 ACC) Florida State has not reached 20 wins in the last four seasons since claiming the ACC regular-season title in 2020. The Seminoles now have the antithesis of a Leonard Hamilton-coached team: few veterans who have familiarity with his scheme. They return...

No. 9 North Carolina aims to ride returning 1st-team AP All-American RJ Davis to ACC contention

No. 9 North Carolina (29-8, 17-3 ACC) The Tar Heels won last year's ACC regular-season title and claimed a No. 1 seed in the NCAA Tournament before falling in the Sweet 16. They have two starters back and 10 newcomers with big shoes to fill, in the frontcourt. The Tar Heels are picked...

NC State aims to follow ACC title, Final Four run with more transfer-driven success

N.C. State (26-15, 9-11 ACC) The Wolfpack went from seemingly closing the season quietly with coach Kevin Keatts facing an uncertain future to winning five games in five days for the program's first ACC Tournament title since 1987 — which ended up as merely a precursor to an even...

Michigan State's Tom Izzo enters 30th season as head coach, hoping to extend NCAA streak to 27

Michigan State (20-15, 10-10 Big Ten) Basketball Hall of Fame coach Tom Izzo is entering his 30th season in charge of the program, shooting to extend an NCAA Tournament streak to 27. The Spartans lost their top three scorers from last year. Senior shooting guard Jaden Akins will have...