North Carolina is known for its stunning coastlines and storied mountains, but there's a lot more to the Tar Heel State than natural beauty. Scattered across its towns and cities are quirky ...

Founded on November 21, 1789, North Carolina was one of the US's thirteen original colonies. Its rich history at the beginning of American history makes it a core part of our nation, and it's seen ...

The North Carolina State Capitol building in Raleigh. The political stakes in purple states — those with small electoral margins that can swing back and forth between the two major parties — are ...