North Carolina, Hurricane Helene

Will Hurricane Helene impact voting in western North Carolina?
With Election Day being Tuesday many voters across the state will have a chance to cast their vote, including the western part of the state, despite their devastation from Hurricane Helene. Early voting in 25 counties in the west were declared disaster areas,
North Carolina man sleeping in tent after Hurricane Helene had to rebury father's casket on property
Chris Griffin lost his North Carolina home, cars and garage during Hurricane Helene. He also had to rebury his father's casket, which was unearthed during the storm.
How many people are still missing in western North Carolina five weeks after Hurricane Helene?
BUNCOMBE COUNTY, N.C. — In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, North Carolina Emergency Management was keeping track of the number of missing people in western North Carolina. It utilized information from NC 211, where people could report an unaccounted person. However, that registry has since been closed.
Hurricane Helene jeopardized high-risk pregnancies and abortion access in North Carolina
Since Hurricane Helene struck North Carolina in late September, the full spectrum of reproductive health care in the region has been in precarity, from treatment for high-risk pregnancies to abortion care.
North Carolina government calculates Hurricane Helene damages, needs at least $53B
The catastrophic flooding and destruction caused by Hurricane Helene in western North Carolina likely caused at least a record $53 billion in damages and recovery needs, Gov. Roy Cooper's administration said Wednesday.
North Carolina County Overcounted Hurricane Helene Deaths by 30
Buncombe County, which includes Asheville, miscounted the deaths during a period when communications were severely hampered by the storm, the sheriff’s office said.
Many North Carolina students return to class for first time since Hurricane Helene
When Hurricane Helene hit, 459 schools in 28 North Carolina districts were affected. Schools in five of those districts remain closed.
North Carolina couple recount being swept away on couch during Hurricane Helene
Residents Howard and Lisa Ray from western North Carolina say they are lucky to be alive after devastating flooding during Hurricane Helene. The couple says despite the catastrophic flooding, their dog was able to survive the flood waters.
Schools reopen in North Carolina amid Hurricane Helene devastation
Thousands of students returned to classrooms in western North Carolina for the first time since Hurricane Helene devastated the region. Hundreds of mental health counselors were brought in to help students with the transition back to school.
North Carolina flags lowered for victims of Hurricane Helene
"Today, we remember those who lost their lives to this terrible and powerful storm and we mourn with their loved ones,” Gov. Cooper said.
Advocates Call for Eviction Moratorium in North Carolina Following Hurricane Helene
As the state grapples with Hurricane Helene's destruction, tenant groups push for a 90-day eviction moratorium to prevent a surge in homelessness.
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A symbol of resilience and hope: White House Christmas tree chosen from North Carolina area hit hard by Hurricane Helene
This year’s official White House Christmas tree comes from western North Carolina, one of the areas hardest hit by Hurricane ...
21 USPS locations still closed in western North Carolina, mobile units deployed
United States Postal Service (USPS) operations in North Carolina have resumed following Hurricane Helene, but significant ...
Nearly 60% of voters in North Carolina have cast a ballot, setting new early-voting record
Voters in North Carolina have set a new record for early voting ahead of Tuesday's presidential election and the last chance ...
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NC breaks all-time record in early voting turnout
North Carolina early voting ends with record turnout ahead of Election Day Letitia James Issues Election Warning Healthy ...