6 days ago in Education, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Cybersecurity issue forces closure of Jackson County schools

District moves to protect sensitive information while technicians restore critical services

6 days ago in National

Judge dismisses Comey, James indictments after finding that prosecutor was illegally appointed

A federal judge on Monday dismissed the criminal cases against former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James, concluding that the prosecutor who brought the charges at President Donald Trump's urging was illegally appointed by the Justice Department.

6 days ago in Sports

Pistons tie their championship teams from years past with franchise-record 13th straight win

Just two years ago, the Detroit Pistons set an NBA record for the consecutive losses in a single NBA season with 28. Now, they seemingly can't lose.

6 days ago in Sports

Shohei Ohtani announces he will play for Japan in next year’s World Baseball Classic

Shohei Ohtani plans to play for Japan in next year's World Baseball Classic, the two-way Los Angeles Dodgers star announced on social media Monday night.

6 days ago in Sports

Christian McCaffrey’s big night leads 49ers to 20-9 victory over Panthers

Christian McCaffrey gained 142 yards from scrimmage and scored a touchdown, and San Francisco overcame a rough performance by quarterback Brock Purdy to beat the Carolina Panthers 20-9 on Monday night.

6 days ago in Lifestyle, Trending

Stores keep prices down in a tough year for turkeys. Other Thanksgiving foods may cost more

The shrinking turkey population amid the ongoing bird flu outbreak is expected to cause wholesale turkey prices to rise 44% this year, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Despite the increase, many stores are offering discounted or even free turkeys to soften the potential blow to Thanksgiving meal budgets.

6 days ago in Entertainment, Music

The best new holiday music releases for 2025

'Tis the season to put on some brand-new holiday music. The best way to get festive is to sing along to Christmas classics new and old. But don't know what to press play on? We've got you covered.

6 days ago in Entertainment

It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s a rare Superman comic book! And it fetched $9.12M!

A copy of the first Superman issue, unearthed by three brothers cleaning out their late mother's attic, netted $9.12 million this month at a Texas auction house which says it is the most expensive comic book ever sold.

6 days ago in Arts & Culture, Community, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local, Music, ZZZ App Top Stories

Mistletoe & Martinis: Free holiday comedy show to support Hands On Asheville-Buncombe

Next month, The Montford Rooftop Bar will host local comedian Cayla Clark for an adults-only evening of cocktails, comedy and community fundraising.

6 days ago in Business, Food & Drink, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Terra Nova Beer Co. to close by year’s end

Owners thank staff and community, encourage customers to visit Asheville, Swannanoa sites before year’s end

6 days ago in Food & Drink, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Thanksgiving without the turkey: Alternative main dishes for a holiday feast

From ham and prime rib to lamb and seafood, here are festive centerpiece ideas for a nontraditional Thanksgiving table

6 days ago in Community, Local, On The Town, Outdoors, ZZZ App Top Stories

City invites public feedback on Azalea, French Broad park projects

The city of Asheville has invited the community to bring their input on two major riverfront recovery projects, the French Broad Riverfront Parks and Azalea Parks and Infrastructure Project, to an open house early next month.

6 days ago in Arts & Culture, Business, Community, Lifestyle, Local, On The Town, ZZZ App Top Stories

Christmas on Main: Downtown Marshall to host ‘old-fashioned street market’

On Dec. 6, downtown Marshall will transform into an affordable street market just in time for Christmas. Over 80 vendors will be in attendance, with town storefronts decked out in holiday regalia all over Main Street.

6 days ago in Ask The Expert, Health & Wellness, Lifestyle, Local, Native Advertising, Yoga Fitness Expert, ZZZ App Top Stories

Three ways to be grounded in gratitude this holiday season

As the holidays approach, life starts to speed up with family gatherings, travel plans and end-of-year deadlines. Amid the flurry, it’s easy to lose our sense of steadiness. Yet November also invites something deeper: a reminder to pause, breathe and reconnect with gratitude for the simple things that keep us grounded.

6 days ago in Crime & Safety, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Use your seatbelt: APD launches Thanksgiving ‘Click It or Ticket’ campaign

The Asheville Police Department, in partnership with the North Carolina Governor’s Highway Safety Program, has launched its annual Thanksgiving "Click It or Ticket" campaign, which will run from Nov. 24-30.

7 days ago in World

The G20 summit in South Africa ends with the glaring absence of the US after Trump’s boycott

The Group of 20 summit in South Africa ended Sunday with the glaring absence of the United States — the next country to lead the bloc — after the Trump administration boycotted the two days of talks involving leaders of the world's richest and top developing economies.

7 days ago in National, Trending

The shutdown is over. Flights have resumed. Thanksgiving travelers might wonder: What now?

The turbulence caused by the longest government shutdown on record may still be fresh on travelers' minds this Thanksgiving, but experts say preparing for the usual holiday crush of winter weather, heavy traffic and crowded airports can help ease those jitters.

7 days ago in World

European officials welcome progress in talks on US proposals to end Russia-Ukraine war

European officials said Monday they were comforted by the outcome of discussions on U.S. peace proposals for Ukraine that they had viewed as tilted in Russia's favor, but they didn't disclose details of the weekend talks and warned of a long road to peace.

7 days ago in Sports

There are more questions than answers after NFL games Sunday

The Kansas City Chiefs saved their season. The Philadelphia Eagles gave critics more fuel. The Los Angeles Rams made a dominant statement. There are more questions than answers Sunday in the NFL.

7 days ago in Sports

Dallas Wings win the WNBA draft lottery for the second consecutive season

The Dallas Wings won the WNBA draft lottery for the second consecutive season on Sunday night. The Wings, who drafted Paige Bueckers No. 1 last year, had a 42% chance to secure the top pick again.