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1 week ago in Sports
Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappé and Lamine Yamal are all going to the World Cup after injury scares
Injuries to some of soccer's star players, including Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappé and Lamine Yamal, sparked concern ahead of the World Cup. All three have been included in their national team squads for the tournament in the United States, Canada and Mexico, but others have not been so fortunate.
1 week ago in Sports
Caleb Williams strikes jump-throw pose for Madden NFL 27 cover
Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams was announced Tuesday as EA Sports' cover athlete for Madden NFL 27. On the standard cover, Williams is depicted in a body position similar to his pivotal, scrambling, fourth-and-8 jump pass to Rome Odunze in a stirring comeback victory over Green Bay in a wild card playoff game on Jan. 10.
1 week ago in Crime & Safety, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Asheville police invite public inside Real Time Intelligence Center
Residents can tour the developing RTIC, learn about drones and license plate readers, and ask questions about privacy and public safety
1 week ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Buncombe commissioners OK $484M budget, new EOC site and $37M recovery grant
Actions include purchase of former Asheville Mall JCPenney property, Helene recovery funding and affordable housing bond proposals
1 week ago in Ask The Expert, Home Building & Remodeling Expert, Local, Native Advertising
How often should you clean your dryer vent?
Warmstead explains how clogged dryer vents can affect appliance performance, energy use and fire safety.
2 weeks ago in Arts & Culture, Business, Community, Lifestyle, Local, Music, On The Town, ZZZ App Top Stories
Marshall Mermaid Parade returns this weekend for ‘magical’ post-Helene celebration
The Mermaid Parade and Festival is Marshall's biggest event of the year. According to the organizers, it is the mountain town's most magical, too.
2 weeks ago in Sports
Josh Jacobs practicing with Packers again while prosecutors consider whether to file charges
Green Bay's Josh Jacobs is practicing with the Packers while prosecutors consider whether to file charges against the three-time Pro Bowl running back following his arrest on domestic abuse allegations.
2 weeks ago in Crime & Safety, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Suspect in Weaverville chase faces charges tied to stolen vehicle, firearm
Suspect remains at large after fleeing on foot near Merrimon Avenue
2 weeks ago in Crime & Safety, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Loving, Grant indicted on Fairview murder charges, felony conspiracy
Star Grant, 16, and Devan Loving, 28, have been indicted by a Buncombe County grand jury for the murders of Sharon Grant, Kimberly Grant and Travis Grant, as well as felony conspiracy. However, court records indicate the murder indictments are split between the two suspects.
2 weeks ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Small earthquake reported near Clyde
The magnitude 1.9 tremor is the latest reminder that Western North Carolina sits within an active seismic zone
2 weeks ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
MANNA FoodBank event brings 17 companies together to pack beans
Event comes as MANNA reports more than 220,000 monthly visits to its food assistance network
2 weeks ago in Business, Local, Sports, ZZZ App Top Stories
Asheville’s first women’s sports bar takes shape downtown
When Q-Hall opens in downtown Asheville later this year, owner JJ Pope hopes it will celebrate local sports history, champion women's athletics and create an inclusive community hub
2 weeks ago in Sports, Trending
Golden Knights and Hurricanes built their Stanley Cup Final teams in different ways
On the eve of the Stanley Cup Final between the Vegas Golden Knights and Carolina Hurricanes, one of the general managers involved laid out his thinking when making roster moves.
2 weeks ago in Health & Wellness, Local, Pets, ZZZ App Top Stories
Tick season hits Asheville: What residents need to know to stay safe
Ticks are small, but the risks aren’t. Health providers across WNC say simple habits like daily tick checks, protective clothing and yard maintenance can make a big difference.
2 weeks ago in Arts & Culture, Business, Community, Local, On The Town, ZZZ App Top Stories
ArtsAVL releases long-term arts recovery plan for Buncombe County
The ArtsAVL proposal, the Asheville-Buncombe Arts Recovery Framework, focuses on uniting and strengthening seven different areas of the local arts economy.
2 weeks ago in Sports, Trending
Last call? States look to extend bar and restaurant hours during the World Cup
World Cup fans in a growing number of U.S. cities won't have an issue finding a well-poured pint to go with their late-night match. State leaders across the U.S. are signing off on extending bar and restaurant hours during the world's most-watched sporting event.
2 weeks ago in Sports
Browns trading 2-time AP Defensive Player of the Year Myles Garrett to Rams, AP sources say
The Cleveland Browns are trading two-time AP NFL Defensive Player of the Year Myles Garrett to the Los Angeles Rams in a blockbuster deal, three people briefed on the move told The Associated Press on Monday.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment
Dua Lipa and actor Callum Turner are married
Dua Lipa and actor Callum Turner are married, local officials in London confirmed to The Associated Press. They tied the knot Sunday at Old Marylebone Town Hall.
2 weeks ago in Sports, Trending
Serena Williams is returning to pro tennis at age 44 after nearly 4 years away from the sport
Serena Williams is returning to professional tennis at the age of 44 after nearly four years away from the sport. The 23-time Grand Slam singles champion has accepted a wild-card invitation to play doubles at the upcoming Queen's Club grass-court tournament in London, the WTA Tour announced Monday.
2 weeks ago in National
Florida sues OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman, claiming company concealed serious risks of ChatGPT
The state of Florida filed a lawsuit against OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman on Monday, claiming the company knowingly released and aggressively marketed ChatGPT to the public while concealing serious risks.
