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NC To Ease Coronavirus Restrictions, Allow Larger Gatherings

The new executive order that goes into effect Friday will allow indoor service at bars, along with fans at indoor sporting events.

Winter Weather Delays COVID-19 Vaccine Shipment To North Carolina

Severe winter weather has affected first and second dose shipments from the federal government, DHHS said Thursday.

Patch Survey: What Do You Think About Vaccine Rollout In NC?

More than 1.3 million doses of coronavirus vaccine have been administered in NC. Have you gotten a shot? If so, tell us about it.

NC COVID-19 Update: Positivity Rate Drops To 7.2 Percent

More than 5,000 newly confirmed coronavirus cases were reported in North Carolina Thursday, according to state public health officials.

5 Things To Know About Getting Vaccinated In North Carolina

NC will now receive about 20,000 additional vaccines per week. Here's what you need to know about getting your vaccination.

Stay-At-Home Order, Eviction Moratorium Extended In NC

As of Wednesday, NC had administered about 99 percent of the nearly 795,000 first doses of COVID vaccine sent by the federal government.

Wilmington Seniors Defying the Odds

12 Inspirational "60-Somethings" to be Featured on 2021 Calendar

North Carolina Reports 7,540 New COVID-19 Cases In 24 Hours

The record-breaking surge in the state's daily case count comes as new restrictions are set to go into effect throughout the state.

North Carolina Publix Stores Recall Holiday Cookie Platter

Publix grocery stores in North Carolina have issued a recall for holiday cookies due to an allergy alert.

Coronavirus Thanksgiving Plans In North Carolina: Take Our Survey

Is the coronavirus pandemic affecting your Thanksgiving celebrations this year? Take our reader survey.

Telework Among Top Worries In NC: Pandemic Survey

The latest findings from the U.S. Census Bureau’s Household Pulse Survey measures how Americans have been affected by the pandemic.

Virus Cases Spike In Nursing Homes; See Numbers In North Carolina

A new report links community spread to the increasing number of coronavirus outbreaks in nursing homes.

NC's 'Phase 3' Restrictions To Extend Another 3 Weeks: Cooper

Wear a mask anytime you're with someone who isn't part of your household, DHHS Secretary Mandy Cohen said.

Seniors Can Navigate Medicare Options From Home

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North Carolina Among States With Highest Childhood Obesity Rates

A new report from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation says about 1 in 7 children nationwide are considered obese.

NC COVID-19 Update: Cooper Responds To Trump Testing Positive

"We pray for a quick and complete recovery for President Trump," Gov. Roy Cooper said Friday morning.

US News: 4 NC Counties Among 2020’s Healthiest Communities

Four communities in North Carolina are among the 500 healthiest in the United States, new rankings say.

NC COVID-19 Update: 51 Deaths, 1,106 Newly Confirmed Cases

As of Tuesday, North Carolina's death toll was 3,111, representing an increase of 51 coronavirus deaths reported in the state in a day.

COVID-19 In NC: 1,656 New Cases As Death Toll Surpasses 2,800

At least 1,656 newly confirmed COVID-19 cases were reported in North Carolina Thursday.

35 COVID-19 Deaths In A Day, NC Tally Nears 158,000 Confirmations

At least 1,000 North Carolinians were hospitalized with coronavirus-related illness, state public health officials said Tuesday.

Onion Recall Affects HelloFresh Meal Kits Sent To North Carolina

HelloFresh issued a voluntary recall of onions included in its subscription meal kits, citing possible salmonella contamination.

29 Deaths, More Than 2K New COVID-19 Cases In North Carolina

A surge of more than 2,000 confirmations Friday marked the largest one-day jump in COVID-19 cases in North Carolina since late July.

Onions Recalled In North Carolina Due To Salmonella Risk

A salmonella outbreak linked to onions and products containing onions recently expanded to 43 states after hundreds reportedly fell ill.

NC Deploys New COVID-19 Testing Mandate For Nursing Homes

North Carolina confirmed 1,545 new coronavirus cases and 42 deaths since Thursday, according to state public health officials.

​North Carolina Coronavirus: 2,344 More Cases, 38 New Deaths

In the last 24 hours, 483 people have been admitted to reporting hospitals on suspicion of having COVID-19, state data shows.

North Carolina's Best Hospitals: Latest US News Rankings

New rankings for 2020-21 from U.S. News & World Report identify the best hospitals in North Carolina. Here's the list.

FDA Recalls 75 Hand Sanitizers That May Be In NC Homes

As the coronavirus persists and demand for hand sanitizers grows, people in NC may have brands that contain dangerous methanol.

NC's COVID-19 Tally Now More Than 101K, Hospitalizations Dip

At least 92 COVID-19 cases in North Carolina are associated with either a school or a child care center, DHHS said Monday.

NC Given No Warning Before Fed COVID-19 Data Collection Change

The new federal policy directs hospitals in North Carolina and the nation to stop sending their COVID-19 data to the CDC.

Health Insurance Losses Soar In North Carolina, Other US States

The number of Americans who have lost health insurance during the pandemic shattered the previous record set in 2008, a new study says.

NC COVID-19 Confirmations Spike, Record Day Of Hospitalizations

North Carolina's known cases of COVID-19 jumped by more than 2,000 Thursday — a new record for the state.

22 COVID-19 Deaths In NC, New Hospitalization Record

COVID-19 hospitalizations reached a new high in North Carolina Tuesday as 1,346 cases were confirmed in the state since Monday.

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North Carolina Becomes 18th State To Mandate Face Masks

On Wednesday, North Carolina became the 18th state to issue a mandate requiring face coverings in public. The order went into effect Friday.

1K New Cases As NC COVID-19 Death Tally Reaches 1,290

For the second day in a row, COVID-19 hospitalizations dipped slightly in NC, however three out of every four beds remained filled.

Masks Mandatory In NC, Phase 3 Reopening Delayed: Cooper

NC residents must wear face coverings in public spaces, Gov. Roy Cooper said Wednesday. Reopening plans are also delayed three weeks.

NC COVID-19 Hospitalizations Up To 870, Cases Near 54,000

NC confirmed 804 new COVID-19 cases Monday as hospitalizations rose to 870, state health officials said.

Best Children’s Hospitals In NC: US News & World Report

See which hospitals in North Carolina are ranked the highest for children, according to U.S. News & World Report.

Nearly 1,000 New COVID-19 Cases Confirmed In North Carolina

Nine deaths were reported Monday, increasing the coronavirus death toll to 1,118 in North Carolina, according to state health officials.

Flu Season Sends People To Their Doctors In Droves

Visits to the doctor for the flu haven't been this high since 2009.