Asheville NC

Anyone living in Western North Carolina knows that affordable housing is increasingly out of reach. Rising costs, limited housing supply and the devastating loss of homes caused by Hurricane Helene have only deepened the crisis. Today, simply having a full-time job is no longer a guarantee that someone can afford to se

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — That old ring sitting in a jewelry box could be worth more than its sentimental value — or it could be worth considerably less than you think. Figuring out what jewelry is actually worth can be tricky. A piece’s age, appearance or family history...

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Asheville City Council spent nearly five hours Tuesday discussing public transit, accessory dwelling units, the city’s urban forest and other issues, with council delaying a vote on a proposed redesign of the Asheville Rides Transit system. The meeting also included public comment from re

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Asheville nurses and community members are expected to gather Thursday as part of a nationwide protest calling on hospitals and elected officials to cut ties with technology company Palantir. The event, organized by National Nurses United, is scheduled for noon Aug. 27 at Pack Square...

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — More than $69 million in federal disaster recovery funds will support 10 projects expected to provide 828 affordable rental units across Western North Carolina, state officials announced Tuesday. Gov. Josh Stein, the North Carolina Department of Commerce and the North Carolina Housing Fin

A jury Wednesday found an Asheville woman guilty of forging deeds and illegally obtaining two Buncombe County properties that were flipped for a profit of nearly $140,000. The jury deliberated seven hours over three days before convicting Lisa Roberts-Allen on eight of 10 charges: two counts of obtaining property by fa

Family challenges shifting accounts and seeks transparency in Elijah Timmons’ fatal shooting. Nearly three years after Elijah Edward Timmons was killed outside a Hendersonville nightclub, his family continues to press for clarity, consistency, and accountability. What began as a birthday gathering in his honor has grow

Murder suspect dies while in custody at Western NC jail

Rural Americans often face healthcare access challenges that are less common in major metropolitan areas, with hospital closures, limited access to specialists, and long travel times for emergency or advanced care. Yet some smaller cities and towns serve as regional healthcare hubs, offering major hospitals, specialty

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — The Asheville Symphony is now offering financial aid to Asheville Middle School following cuts to its orchestra program. Students affected by the cuts are being offered a new private lesson assistance program and expanded financial assistance to participate in the Asheville Symphony Youth Orche