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1 week ago in National
Trump says he has deals with China after meeting Xi to try to solve trade tensions
President Donald Trump said he's made deals with China after meeting Chinese leader Xi Jinping on Thursday, the final day of a trip to Asia that was an opportunity for the leaders of the world's two largest economies to stabilize relations after months of turmoil over trade issues.
This orange flower cloaks Mexico during Day of the Dead. Climate change is putting it at risk
Mexican marigold growers say they've been left reeling by torrential rains, stretching drought and other impacts from climate change — caused by the burning of fuels like gas, oil and coal – that have grown increasingly common.
1 week ago in Features
How tiny drones inspired by bats could save lives in dark and stormy conditions
The robotics lab at Worcester Polytechnic Institute lab is a testing ground for tiny drones that can be deployed in search and rescue missions even in dark, smoky or stormy conditions.
1 week ago in World
Haiti, Jamaica and Cuba pick up the pieces after Melissa’s destruction
People across the northern Caribbean were digging out from the destruction of Hurricane Melissa on Thursday as deaths from the catastrophic storm climbed.
1 week ago in Food & Drink, Lifestyle, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Fork & Dagger: Juicy Lucy’s still a must-visit Asheville staple
Brisket burgers, fried green tomatoes and an adult milkshake menu make this spot stand out among local favorites
1 week ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Rockslide temporarily closes Blue Ridge Parkway near Pisgah Inn
Officials say no one was hurt in Wednesday night’s slide near the Frying Pan Tunnel
1 week ago in Arts & Culture, Business, Community, Entertainment, Food & Drink, Lifestyle, Local, Music, On The Town, Outdoors, ZZZ App Top Stories
Things to do in Asheville & WNC: Oct. 31-Nov. 2
Looking for weekend plans? Search no further than our guide to things to do in Asheville this weekend. From Halloween festivities to Japanese dance festivals, we have your weekend activity guide covered.
1 week ago in Sports
Rozier and Billups will not receive NBA salaries while on leave in gambling cases, AP sources say
NBA guard Terry Rozier and coach Chauncey Billups will not receive their salaries while on leave for their arrests on federal gambling-related charges, two people with knowledge of the matters told The Associated Press on Wednesday.
Paris prosecutor says 2 suspects in the Louvre jewel heist admit their involvement
Two suspects in the Louvre jewel heist have admitted their involvement and are believed to be the men who forced their way into the world's most visited museum, a Paris prosecutor said Wednesday.
1 week ago in Business, Community, Local, On The Town, ZZZ App Top Stories
Skeletons for sale: Curio-filled estate sale arrives just in time for Halloween
The Blue Ridge Estate Liquidators sale will be held from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 30-Nov. 1 and from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Nov. 2.
2 weeks ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Cooler temps, gusty winds follow heavy rain in Asheville area
High-elevation gusts could reach 35-45 mph Thursday into Friday morning
2 weeks ago in Sports
Manny Pacquiao hints at possible rematch with Floyd Mayweather
Manny Pacquiao has hinted a rematch of his 2015 blockbuster with Floyd Mayweather Jr. could be on the cards next year. "Right now we have a lot of negotiations about my next fight — there's a possible rematch with Floyd Mayweather," Pacquiao told a news conference Wednesday.
2 weeks ago in Sports
Guerrero homers off Ohtani as Blue Jays even World Series with 6-2 win over Dodgers in Game 4
Dodger Stadium was still shaking with joy when Monday turned to Tuesday as the Toronto Blue Jays trudged into their clubhouse. Their 18-inning loss in Game 3 felt like a monumental setback that might have already decided the World Series.
2 weeks ago in Trending, World
Hurricane Melissa weakens as it churns across Cuba as a Category 2 storm
Hurricane Melissa was grinding across Cuba on Wednesday as a Category 2 storm after pummeling Jamaica as one of the strongest Atlantic hurricanes on record, the U.S. National Hurricane Center said.
2 weeks ago in Community, Health & Wellness, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
BeLoved Asheville launches EAT Card as SNAP benefits set to end
Families, children, veterans and elders to receive direct food support through the initiative
2 weeks ago in Crime & Safety, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Man arrested after I-40 traffic stop turns up fentanyl, crack cocaine
Buncombe County sheriff says seizure likely prevented distribution of thousands of lethal doses
2 weeks ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Crash shuts down U.S. 64 near Hendersonville
Both directions closed near Lovely Lane; significant traffic delays expected until mid-morning
2 weeks ago in Arts & Culture, Community, Lifestyle, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
2026 Color Me Asheville fashion show now accepting designer applications
Up to seven design teams of no more than three people each will be selected for Color Me Asheville. Following the show, the winner of the audience award will take home $500, in addition to a $300 stipend given to each design team. Applications must be submitted by Friday, Nov. 14 at www.colormeasheville.org.
2 weeks ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Asheville OKs Bee Tree Dam repairs after Helene
City leaders accept state grants to support storm recovery, housing repair and water infrastructure improvements following storm damage
2 weeks ago in Arts & Culture, Education, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Hendersonville filmmaker awarded prize for Black history doc at TRIFF
Documentarian David Weintraub, the executive director of the Center for Cultural Preservation, an organization dedicated to Western North Carolina history and documentary film, has been awarded the Human Rights and Dignity Award at the 2025 Tryon International Film Festival for his film, "Color Beyond the Lines."
