Local News

Buncombe County --   Press Release: The Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office is looking for the two people pictured below. They have open arrest warrants and are wanted for questioning regarding a fraud investigation.

Asheville --  Asheville Police Department officers arrested and charged a registered sex offender Thursday afternoon. Officers responded to an Asheville City School property near downtown Asheville around 4:30 p.m. on May 22nd  to investigate reports of a man seen against a fence near the educational facility.

Raleigh --  North Carolina Governor Stein's Office Press Release May 23, 2025: Today Governor Josh Stein released the following statement in reaction to news that FEMA had denied North Carolina’s request for an extension of its 100% cost reimbursement for debris removal: 

Buncombe County --  Winston Eccleston has been charged with First Degree Kidnapping in the case of Sadie Tolley by detectives from the Buncombe County Sheriff's Office.

Asheville --  Press Release City of Asheville: The City of Asheville is committed to ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors to parks and public spaces damaged by Tropical Storm Helene and thanks the community for their cooperation.

Asheville --  During proactive crime prevention on Wednesday night in West Asheville, officers from the Asheville Police Department apprehended a man on narcotics trafficking charges.

Franklin --  Franklin Police Department officers responded to a complaint of a car crash at Holly Springs Plaza on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, at around 1:03 AM. 

Henderson County --  The Henderson County E-911 Center was notified of a stabbing in the Mills River community on Tuesday, May 20, 2025.

Asheville --  On Tuesday night, a guy with many outstanding warrants was apprehended by Asheville police officers stealing goods from an east Asheville store.