Driver of stolen vehicle sought after fleeing from deputies, sheriff’s office says
BUNCOMBE COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — The driver of a vehicle that was reported stolen is on the run after leading officers on a chase on Thursday, Aug. 28, according to the Buncombe County Sheriff's Office (BCSO). Deputies with the sheriff's office's Illegal Gun Reduction Narcotics Task Force (IGRANT) attempted...
Brother Wolf celebrates hundreds of adoptions despite losing building to Helene
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Brother Wolf Animal Rescue (BWAR) is celebrating its successes after a tough year of recovery from Helene. The Asheville-based animal rescue said it has placed more than 450 pets into loving homes so far in 2025. BWAR said it has also helped more than 350 families keep their pets this year...
Asheville police investigate gun discharge incident; no injuries reported
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — The Asheville Police Department (APD) is investigating gun charges that occurred late Tuesday night. According to a news release from APD, the incident took place on Sept. 2, when officers responded to the report of gunfire around 10:43 p.m. on the 30 block of Granada Street.
N.C. Mountain State Fair opens; here’s what you need to know
FLETCHER, N.C. (WLOS) — Today marks the opening day of the Mountain State Fair, with a ribbon-cutting to kick off the event. Here's what you need to know based on the state fair website. The fair will run from Friday, Sept. 5, to Sunday, Sept. 14, at the WNC...
North Carolina’s Most Famous House is a Tourist Must-See
Every state in the United States has at least one famous and celebrated house that stands above the others. Touring homes can be a fun experience, and many cities offer a parade of homes-type activity where people venture to different houses, usually brand new or special in some nature, and look at what awesome home...
Man’s body found on I-40 in Haywood Co.: NCHP
On August 29 at 7:15 a.m., the Haywood County Sheriff's Office and NC Highway Patrol responded to a body found on the side of road on I-40.
Asheville woman accused of financial card theft
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WSPA) — An Asheville woman is behind bars for a slew of charges, including financial card theft. The Asheville Police Department arrested 34-year-old Jessica Breanne Awalt on Thursday, charging her with multiple felonies, including financial card theft and possession of cocaine, following a breaking...
The Gardner’s Cottage reopens in Biltmore Village nearly a year after Helene
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — The Gardner's Cottage Home and Garden Store celebrated its grand reopening Thursday, Sept. 4, after being closed for nearly a year due to severe flooding caused by Helene. The shop, which has been operating in Biltmore Village for 20 years, was forced to close after...
Ole’s Guacamoles AVL to reopen in Biltmore Village
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Ole's Guacamoles AVL much like Gemelli Italian Eatery will soon be calling Biltmore Village its new home. Ole's Guacamole announced through a social media post that it will be taking over the former location of Moe's Barbecue in the historic village at 4 Sweeten Creek Road.
Nearly a year after Helene, Buncombe ends community briefings
Almost one year after Helene, Buncombe County held its 86th and final Community Briefing this week. In the aftermath of the storm, the briefings – aired on Blue Ridge Public Radio, online and elsewhere – were a crucial resource for people who needed updates on food, water, electricity and other essential services at...
