Unifi Shutters Massive Manufacturing Plant Near North Carolina’s HQ

Unifi is closing shop in Madison, North Carolina. The maker of Repreve recycled synthetic yarns said it’s placing the 947,000-square-foot manufacturing plant on the market sometime this year. All production out of the factory, which opened around 20 years …

Hurricane Recovery in North Carolina: delays, failures, and lessons from other states

Nearly a decade after Hurricanes Matthew and Florence struck eastern North Carolina, more than 1,000 homes remain under construction, leaving many residents still in temporary housing such as hotels, motels, or trailers. As state officials now navigate …

Carrboro's first Black mayor remembered for leadership, influence beyond North Carolina

Robert Drakeford also worked with the federal government to bring sustainable energy to Carrboro and North Carolina as a whole.  “He was not only the mayor of Carrboro, he became a national mayor for the United States, and he was a spokesperson for energy …

Column: Environmental injustice in North Carolina is often racial injustice too

Although environmental activists have been fighting for change for more than 40 years, environmental racism persists. No matter where you look in the world, marginalized and low-income communities are disproportionately affected by environmental hazards. …

Illinois falls to No. 7 Duke, bounces back to take down North Carolina

Illinois (2-2) comes out of its second weekend with one loss and one win to stay .500 on the season. After a 1-1 ITA Kickoff Weekend, Illinois faced No. 7 Duke (7-0) and North Carolina (2-2) on a two-game road trip. Illinois has now lost both of its ranked …

Legal challenge over extremely close North Carolina election stays in state court for now

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — An appeals court agreed Tuesday that a federal trial judge acted properly last month in declining… RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — An appeals court agreed Tuesday that a federal trial judge acted properly last month in declining to rule on the …

Brian Moore Jr. hits 3-pointer at buzzer to lift Norfolk State over North Carolina Central 81-78

NORFOLK, Va. (AP) — Brian Moore Jr. buried a wild 3-pointer at the buzzer and scored 19 to rally Norfolk State to an 81-78 victory over North Carolina Central on Monday night. Terrance Jones hit a jumper with 1:13 left to play to get Norfolk State within …

Unifi to close Madison, North Carolina, manufacturing facility

Donovan Murph joins South Carolina football on National Signing Day 2025

COLUMBIA — Four star wide receiver Donovan Murph has officially signed with South Carolina football in coach Shane Beamer's 2025 class. Murph, from nearby Irmo, announced his commitment to the Gamecocks on Jan. 2, right before the 2024 Under Armour All …

North Carolinians can bet on the Super Bowl for the first time

This will be the first time North Carolinians can place wagers on the Super Bowl since sports betting became legal in 2024. RALEIGH, N.C. — For the first time, North Carolinians can legally place bets on the Super Bowl, marking a major change in the state’ …