Tight electoral margins might be thought to foster centrism. In reality, partisan power grabs are incentivized.

Eastern North Carolina faces severe drought in 11 counties, with another 42 counties experiencing moderate conditions.

Like many across western North Carolina, Williams’ home ... changed the lives lost.” Federal and state agencies are working to update flood maps, but the task is complex.

The entire coast will see the level reach “very high” by Jan. 15. The western half will remain under a high risk of fires, ...