In early 2025, the Tri-City Violent Crimes Task Force began an investigation into criminal gang activity in the Tri-City area, focusing on a group identified as “448.”

On November 13, 2025, Tyree Delante Boyce of Rutherfordton was served with multiple indictments, including three counts of trafficking opium or heroin. Boyce was issued a secured bond of $750,000.

The nation’s No. 2 producer – 1 in 5 of all grown in America by more than 900 farmers overseeing 53 million trees on more than 33,000 acres come from the state – won’t be plagued by a hurricane disrupting the industry.

“North Carolina’s veterans have given selflessly in service to our country. When you’ve spent a career helping others, asking for help can be difficult,” said Governor Josh Stein.

The Carolina Climbers Coalition (CCC) and Access Fund have finalized the purchase of Lower Ghost Town, a 16.5-acre property in Chimney Rock, marking the conclusion of a 25-year effort to provide public access to one of North Carolina’s most challenging and scenic climbing areas.