A North Carolina man whose son was murdered says he was "swindled" into appearing in an ad supporting the Republican Senate candidate, and he's voting for the Democrat.

As Duke Energy Progress asked for higher electric rates at a Utilities Commission hearing on Tuesday, concerns about affordability grew louder just outside the hearing room.

When the heat index tops 105°F, as it has this week in central North Carolina, the National Weather Service issues a heat advisory. Meteorologists warn people to limit their time in the sun and advise that hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat-related illness.

Community leaders called on Thursday, July 13, in front of the state Capitol, for the adoption of mandatory standards against heat stress, greater job protections, and public spending focused on worker well-being.

Environmental activists and a Democratic state lawmaker are calling on Duke Energy to lower its rate hike request as the North Carolina Utilities Commission reviews its case.

Duke Energy is asking state regulators to approve an 18% increase in electricity rates for residential customers over the next two years.

Michael Whatley, the NC Republican US Senate candidate, is facing renewed criticism over his relationship with Harvey West Jr., a GOP official who served six years in prison after being accused of raping three minors in 1999.

Duke Energy is asking state regulators to approve an 18% increase in electricity rates for residential customers over the next two years.

If you've had higher electricity bills recently, you're not alone. And another blow could hit your wallet. Duke Energy is seeking an 18% increase that could mean more of your money toward your utility bills.