The justices' 6-3 decision effectively protects from legal challenges many efforts by Trump's Republican administration and state governments to roll back protections for transgender people. morganton.com/news/nation-wo…

Fed officials see inflation, according to its preferred measure, rising to 3% by the end of this year, from 2.1% in April. morganton.com/news/nation-wo…

"This really has the possibility of ending HIV transmission," said Greg Millett, public policy director at The Foundation for AIDS Research. morganton.com/news/nation-wo…

Grab your lawn chair or picnic blanket and head out to one of these local concerts for a fun, relaxing evening. morganton.com/life-entertain…

Mental health issues among children are rising, and school officials say it's a crisis. Millions of dollars in federal aid for mental health was cut and state funding is threatened. morganton.com/news/local/edu…

The delay gives the Trump administration more time to broker a deal to bring TikTok under American ownership. It is the third time Trump has extended the deadline. morganton.com/news/nation-wo…

The Burke County Sheriff's Office said two residents were assault during a recreational outing to a local park. morganton.com/news/local/cri…

He left a federal facility in Louisiana and was expected to head to New York to reunite with his U.S. citizen wife and newborn son. morganton.com/news/nation-wo…

The decision to directly involve the U.S. came after more than a week of strikes by Israel on Iran. morganton.com/news/nation-wo…

Homemade Caesar dressing and croutons are so good, they could elevate almost anything. morganton.com/life-entertain…

The Oklahoma City Thunder won the franchise's first NBA title since moving from Seattle, top Indiana in Game 7 of the NBA Finals. morganton.com/sports/profess…

Meet Beau, and all of the adoptable animals at Burke County Animal Services in Morganton. morganton.com/life-entertain…

Iran said that it attacked American forces at Qatar’s Al Udeid Air Base and called it “a mighty and successful response by the armed forces of Iran to America’s aggression.” morganton.com/news/nation-wo…

"The department (emergency management) also reminds all outdoor enthusiasts to prioritize safety, especially during the summer heat.” morganton.com/news/local/gov…

President Donald Trump says Israel and Iran violated ceasefire terms with attacks following an early Tuesday deadline to cease hostilities. morganton.com/news/nation-wo…

A federal judge partially granted a preliminary injunction that sought to release funds for the build out of electric vehicle chargers in more than a dozen states. morganton.com/news/nation-wo…

An unnecessary and deadly high-speed car chase ensued after a police officer threatened to physically remove the Bristow mom and jail her for a suspended license and unregistered vehicle. morganton.com/news/nation-wo…

NATO leaders have agreed on a massive hike in defense spending after pressure from President Donald Trump, and expressed their “ironclad commitment” to come to each other’s aid if attacked. morganton.com/news/nation-wo…

The homeowner is charged with failure to secure a firearm in the protection of a minor. morganton.com/news/local/cri…

The Dallas Mavericks select Duke forward Cooper Flagg with the No. 1 pick in the NBA draft. morganton.com/sports/profess…