2 weeks ago in Sports

Judge rallies Yankees past Blue Jays 9-6 to save season and avert ALDS sweep

Aaron Judge hit a tying homer and drove in four runs during a clutch performance for the ages, and the New York Yankees staved off elimination by rallying from five runs down to defeat the Toronto Blue Jays 9-6 on Tuesday night in Game 3 of their AL Division Series.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment

Bob Ross paintings to be auctioned to support public TV stations after federal funding cuts

Thirty paintings created by the bushy-haired, soft-spoken Bob Ross will soon be up for auction to defray the costs of programming for public television stations suffering from cuts in federal funding.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music

Elton John, Olivia Rodrigo, Doja Cat, Questlove, Twenty One Pilots and Raye to present at Rock Hall

A glittering list of music figures will help present awards at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony this year, including Elton John, Olivia Rodrigo, Doja Cat, Questlove, Twenty One Pilots, Missy Elliott and Raye.

2 weeks ago in National

Comey will make first court appearance in Justice Department case accusing him of lying to Congress

Former FBI Director James Comey is set to make his first court appearance Wednesday in a Justice Department criminal case accusing him of lying to Congress five years ago.

2 weeks ago in National

Hurricane Priscilla moves along Mexico in the Pacific as Tropical Storm Jerry churns in the Atlantic

Hurricane Priscilla weakened in the Pacific as it moved Wednesday along the west coast of Mexico while Tropical Storm Jerry in the Atlantic was expected to strengthen on a track for the Leeward Islands, forecasters said.

2 weeks ago in Local, Politics, ZZZ App Top Stories

Key dates, locations announced for 2025 municipal elections

Weaverville and Woodfin residents to head to the polls Nov. 4; early voting opens Oct. 16

2 weeks ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Buncombe County OKs new EMS station, backs conservation efforts

Commissioners approve $500K for paramedic expansion and move forward with farmland preservation goals

2 weeks ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Cold front brings rain, cooler weather and possible frost to WNC

Scattered showers today give way to sunny skies, gusty winds and the season’s first hint of frost

2 weeks ago in Arts & Culture, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local, Music, On The Town, ZZZ App Top Stories

October concert calendar: Live music in Asheville area this month

The Asheville area boasts a vibrant live music scene with venues catering to a wide array of genres, performers and taste. Read our calendar of shows coming up later this month.

2 weeks ago in Education, Health & Wellness, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Mannequins breathe, talk — even give birth in Mission’s new sim lab

High-tech mannequins, connected classrooms bring hands-on education to life in Asheville hospital

2 weeks ago in Lifestyle

Here are the 3 fashion trends that ruled spring runways

As Paris Fashion Week wrapped up this week after myriad debuts and shake-ups, three trends took hold. Shoulders were broadened and jackets snapped to attention. Skin showed on the wearer's terms. And dressy, formal fashion came back — lighter, simpler, and meant for real life, not just red carpets.

2 weeks ago in World

Priscilla nears major hurricane status as new tropical storm forms in the Atlantic

Hurricane Priscilla neared Category 3 status on Tuesday in the Pacific as a new tropical storm formed in the Atlantic, the U.S. National Hurricane Center said.

2 weeks ago in National

National Guard members from Texas are in Illinois in Trump’s latest move to send troops to cities

National Guard members from Texas were at an Army Reserve center in Illinois on Tuesday, the most visible sign yet of the Trump administration's plan to send troops to the Chicago area despite a lawsuit and vigorous opposition from Democratic elected leaders.

2 weeks ago in Sports

NFL fines Jerry Jones $250,000 for obscene MetLife gesture he says was inadvertent

The NFL said Tuesday it has fined Jerry Jones $250,000 for an obscene gesture toward fans at MetLife Stadium that the Dallas owner said was "inadvertent" and intended for fans of the Cowboys, not the New York Jets.

2 weeks ago in Sports

Alex Ovechkin is ready for his 21st season in Washington and his first after turning 40

When Alex Ovechkin was asked what he is most looking forward to on opening night this season, his answer was a subtle reminder that the 40-year-old version of the star forward is different than the player who entered the NHL two decades ago.

3 weeks ago in Arts & Culture, Lifestyle, Local, On The Town, ZZZ App Top Stories

‘The Gift’ of giant puppets: Paperhand Puppet Project plans Wortham Center show

The Paperhand Puppet Project, a puppet-focused performance troupe, will return to Asheville next month to present "The Gift," the company's 25th anniversary production. Performances of 'The Gift" will run from Nov. 7-9 at the Diana Wortham Center for the Performing Arts.

3 weeks ago in Community, Food & Drink, Local, On The Town, ZZZ App Top Stories

Hilton Asheville to host Thanksgiving buffet for Eblen, 12 Baskets Café

Next month, Embassy Suites by Hilton Asheville Downtown will host a Thanksgiving Buffet charity benefit. The community is invited to partake in a meal to benefit Eblen Charities and 12 Baskets Café. The Thanksgiving Buffet will be held from noon to 5 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 27 at the Embassy Suites, 192 Haywood St.

3 weeks ago in Community, Health & Wellness, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

FEMA extends funding for water treatment through Nov. 30, city says

The city of Asheville has shared an update on the water pre-treatment systems that have been temporarily installed at the North Fork and DeBruhl water treatment plants. These systems, installed after Hurricane Helene hit the plants in September 2024, will remain in place through Nov. 30, 2025, thanks to funding from the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

3 weeks ago in Community, Crime & Safety, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

APD to participate in statewide crash reduction safety campaign

Organized by the North Carolina Governor’s Highway Safety Program, Operation Crash Reduction will run from Oct. 6-12.

3 weeks ago in National

Attorney General Bondi faces Senate questions over political pressure on Justice Department

Attorney General Pam Bondi is facing lawmakers at a congressional hearing Tuesday amid growing questions about political influence over a Justice Department that has already criminally charged one of President Donald Trump's longtime foes and is facing intense White House pressure to prosecute others.