There are many critters designated by law to symbolize North Carolina. For example, we have an official state bird (red ...

There are many critters designated by law to symbolize North Carolina. For example, we have an official state bird (red cardinal), reptile (eastern box turtle), horse (colonial Spanish ...

When most visitors flock to North Carolina’s famous mountains or beaches, this 4,200-acre riverside sanctuary remains delightfully under-visited, offering miles of trails where sometimes your only ...

When summer temperatures in North Carolina climb to levels that make you question your life choices, the Eno’s swimming holes become the state’s best-kept refreshment secrets. The Eno Quarry, a former ...

Scientists must journey to remote islands in the middle of the Bering Sea, braving uncertain conditions, to reach the ...

Three species of fire ants have been found in North Carolina: red imported fire ants, black fire ants, and hybrid fire ants.

Cooper Flagg Duke is headed to the Final Four. In large part, the Blue Devils' run has been sparked by a freshman who is on ...

The possession of feathers and other parts of native North American birds without a permit is banned by the Migratory Bird ...

North Carolina has an official state dog, state tree and state bird. But what about an official state hip-hop song? On ...

North Carolina has an official state dog, state tree and state bird. But what about an official state hip-hop song? On ...

A state Senate bill filed on Tuesday proposes adopting the song “Raise Up” as North Carolina’s official state hip-hop song.

A new Senate bill proposes adopting the song "Raise Up" as North Carolina's official state hip-hop song. Why it matters: All ...