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UPDATE: More damage reported on N.C. 12 as coastal flooding continues Thursday morning; emergency ferries operating

N.C. Highway 12 sustained additional pavement damage and lost more protective dunes near the Pea Island Visitor Center Wednesday night, as continued ocean overwash from Subtropical Storm Josephine left the highway closed for a third consecutive day, with no estimated reopening date. The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) reported...

Rodanthe, NC · 15d

WSOC Charlotte

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North Carolina traffic deaths drop 12% in 2025, DMV report finds

Traffic deaths in North Carolina fell 12% in 2025, while the rate of crash injuries reached its lowest level since records began in 1960, according to a new report from the N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles.

North Carolina · 14d

WSOC Charlotte

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North Carolina gets more than $20M for rail improvements

North Carolina is receiving more than $20 million in federal funding for rail infrastructure and safety improvements, including track and bridge upgrades in Montgomery and Stanly counties.

North Carolina · 17d

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NCDOT report shows mixed traffic safety trends in southeastern North Carolina

A new report from the North Carolina Department of Transportation shows a mixed picture for traffic safety in southeastern North Carolina, with serious and deadly accidents down in most places but a rise in bike and pedestrian deaths across the region.

North Carolina · 14d

Queen City News

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SAIL parents continue to push back against proposed bell changes amid CMS bus driver shortage

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — The fight to keep Charlotte-Mecklenburg School students on their regular school schedules continues. The district is considering a bell schedule change at several campuses as a solution to the ongoing bus driver shortage. “We are sympathetic and empathetic to this and want to collaborate as best as we can […]

Charlotte, NC · 15d

Charlotte Observer

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Miles of busy coastal highway closed due to worsening storm off NC's Outer Banks

A 14-mile stretch of North Carolina’s popular Outer Banks highway has been closed due to waves crashing through dunes and washing over the pavement, the N.C. Department of Transportation says. It began around 6:45 p.m. Monday, after road crews spent days battling wind and surf associated with a nor’easter. “N.C. 12 is currently closed from the Marc Basnight Bridge to Rodanthe, due to impacts from the nor’easter. Significant dune erosion and continued overwash at the Pea Island Visitor Center have made travel conditions unsafe on the highway,” NCDOT wrote in an Oct. 19 social media post. “Don’t drive through N.C. 12 in this area or drive around the road closure signs. It’s not worth risking your life.” The highway remains open on Ocracoke Island, officials said. An inspection on Tuesday morning revealed pavement has not been damaged, but “about 1,000 feet of protective dunes ” were lost overnight, NC DOT officials said. Crews are working to rebuild the breached dunes. Forecasters are calling the nor’easter “a long duration event,” that will impact the coast most of this week. It is located “a few hundred miles” off the state’s coast, and is expected to move away from the eastern United States

North Carolina · 17d

WAVY News 10

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NC12 closed and damaged, emergency ferry activated

North Carolina · 15d

AccuWeather

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NC Highway 12 washed away for second time in a month by nor’easters

Powerful waves have damaged 800 feet of pavement and washed away 1,800 feet of protective dunes along the Outer Banks, cutting off a key route to Hatteras Island. For the second time in about a month, a powerful nor’easter has washed away portions of North Carolina’s Highway 12, leaving a key route along the Outer Banks impassable.

North Carolina · 16d

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PaTS Mobility Master Plan: the future of parking and transportation at UNC Charlotte

Parking and Transportation Services (PaTS) released the Mobility Master Plan, a detailed roadmap to improve the current parking and transportation at UNC Charlotte. The plan was released publicly on June 30, 2026, and proposed many changes to parking infrastructure, University policies and the transportation tools available to students. The Mobility Master Plan is different from the University's Campus Master Plan, which is focused on the continued growth of UNC Charlotte as a whole.

Charlotte, NC · 15d

Charlotte Observer

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Charlotte-area gas stations have received complaints for overcharging customers

North Carolina has the lowest gas prices in the United States after pausing the gas tax, but not everyone gassing up their vehicles is happy. North Carolina’s 41 cent a gallon gas tax is suspended through Nov. 30, in an effort to lower the cost for consumers at the pump. N.C. Fuel Check was announced as part of an effort to make sure gas station operators are charging appropriately following the suspension of the tax. Attorney General Jeff Jackson wants to use the tool to make sure savings are passed along to the consumer, The News & Observer previously reported. More than 450 people have filed complaints through the N.C. Fuel Check Portal as of Tuesday, Oct. 20, according to Jackson’s office. The tax won’t be levied against new gasoline deliveries, but it may take a bit for savings to fully hit the market, and they may not be a full 41 cents. Studies have shown some of the windfall remains with gas stations. As of Oct. 21, the average cost of gas in the country sits at $4.26, compared to $3.57 in North Carolina, according to the AAA. Where are people complaining? Jackson’s office provided a list of complaints

North Carolina · 15d

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Construction begins on bridge connecting Gaston, Mecklenburg counties; completion scheduled for 2032

After years of delays, construction is finally underway on a new bridge that will carry Wilkinson Boulevard over the Catawba River, connecting Gaston and Mecklenburg counties. The long-awaited project will replace the existing bridge with a wider, six-lane crossing that includes a multiuse path for pedestrians and cyclists. For the...

Gaston County, NC · 29d

CBS 17

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Nearly 500 complaints filed about NC gas stations suspected of not passing on tax savings to drivers

A week after launching a website to report gas stations suspected of not passing along tax savings to drivers, the Office of the North Carolina Attorney General said Wednesday that it has received more than 470 complaints.

North Carolina · 16d

North Carolina Jobs Desk

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Charlotte transportation jobs: delivery, airport, diesel mechanic, shuttle, and regional truck driving

Charlotte’s transportation listings span local delivery, airport service, vehicle maintenance, shuttle driving, and regional freight. Spark Driver and The Parking Spot focus on passenger or package movement in and around the city, while Prospect International Airport Services centers on escorting unaccompanied minors at the airport. Waste Connections is looking for a diesel mechanic to maintain and repair fleet equipment, and Pemberton Truck Lines is seeking CDL-A regional drivers for home-weekly freight work. Together, the five roles cover different kinds of road, airport, and shop-based transportation work with employers ranging from airport services to waste hauling and trucking.

Charlotte, NC · 17d

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NCDOT seeks feedback on Union County road improvements

WEDDINGTON – The N.C. Department of Transportation is holding an informational meeting this week about two projects intended to reduce congestion, improve safety and accommodate future growth in Union County. The first project, U-3467, proposes to extend Rea Road east from Providence Road to Weddington Road and to widen...

Union County, NC · 18d

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GasBuddy report shows NC gas prices dropped more than 35 cents in a week

NORTH CAROLINA (WWAY) — Average gasoline prices in North Carolina fell more than 35 cents per gallon over the past week, reaching $3.57 per gallon Monday, according to GasBuddy. The statewide average dropped 35.3 cents from the previous week and was 55.8 cents lower than a month ago. However,...

North Carolina · 17d

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Rebuilding roads and bridges for a brighter future: Blue Ridge Community College participates in Good Jobs WNC

The autumn leaves are starting to show along the Blue Ridge Parkway. Mountainous landscapes adorned with golden and maroon treetops that make up the backdrop of the parkway have become a treasured sight for millions of visitors every year. But this fall is especially special because the parkway is just 11 miles away from being fully reopened for the first time since before Hurricane Helene hit two years ago.

North Carolina · 17d

WTKR News 3

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N.C. 12 access remains a concern for Hatteras Island as coastal storm continues

North Carolina · 18d

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CATS Launches West Charlotte Microtransit Zone, Expands Transit Services

On October 16, the Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) and the Metropolitan Public Transportation Authority (MPTA) celebrated the launch of a new West Charlotte microtransit zone and other recent transit service upgrades at the Renaissance West Community Initiative. The celebration brought together West Charlotte residents, CATS and MPTA leadership, and...

Charlotte, NC · 18d

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North Carolina passenger rail line to get $550M from US DOT

The U.S. Department of Transportation said Thursday it has obligated $550 million for a new passenger rail line in North Carolina. The S-Line project will connect Richmond, Virginia, and Raleigh, North Carolina. Portions of the route will allow train speeds of up to 110 mph, according to the North Carolina DOT. The rail line could reduce travel time between the two cities by up to 90 minutes when completed, according to the US DOT.

Raleigh, NC · 18d

WFMY NEWS2

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Parking a concern with 200,000 visitors expected for GHOE

North Carolina · 17d