The North Carolina Senate voted along party lines Wednesday to ban anyone from wearing masks in public for health reasons, following an emotional debate about the wisdom of the proposal.


NC Senate votes to ban people from wearing masks in public for health reasons

Protestors gather in Graham 

North Carolina is a hotbed for hurricanes. Here are the best tips and facts for hurricane season in NC.

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Hurricane Season in NC

The N.C. Chinese Lantern Festival has been celebrated in China for nearly 2000 years, this New Year will celebrate the Year of the Dog.  The festival runs through Jan. 14 in Cary. Photo credit: Suzie Wolf

North Carolina Chinese Lantern Festival - Koka Booth Amphitheatre