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Graphic by Laura Hackett; Photos courtesy of candidatesThere are six candidates running for three seats on Asheville City Council. Many favor more safeguards and civilian oversight of contracts with Axon and other police surveillance equipment – but only one signed an anti-surveillance pledge. -
Helen Chickering/BPR NewsVoters in Buncombe and Henderson counties are deciding whether to raise their property taxes. They'll also decide on the statewide amendment that limits how much taxes can go up. -
Katie Myers/BPR NewsHurricane Helene and the economic troubles it left behind influence what politicians say on the campaign trail. -
Courtesy Cory WallWhat you need to know from the Oct. 20 Buncombe County Board of Commissioners meeting.
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In a rematch with Kim Roney, the incumbent is touting her ability to navigate change and secure Helene recovery money as her competitive edge. -
Experts say the cool, crisp weather this week could help the leaf colors pop soon -
In her campaign for Asheville’s next mayor, council member Kim Roney says she is knocking on thousands of doors and pushing for new ideas around policing and government transparency. -
Early in-person voting runs through Oct. 31, with same-day registration available at every site. -
Voters are most concerned about economic pressures, surveys show -
What you need to know from the Oct. 13 Asheville City Council meeting. -
What you need to know from the Oct. 6 Buncombe County Board of Commissioners meeting -
Hurricane Helene warnings came in the form of calls, texts, broadcasts and door knocks. But what if hearing loss impacts how you can get information? -
The new rule would add criminal penalties to existing local bans and follows weeks of concern over bears getting into homes. -
For many people with disabilities, recovery after a disaster is extra difficult. WNC grassroots groups and agencies are trying to fill the gaps.
