The Urban News

Governor Roy Cooper and President Biden discuss the impacts of the storm on NC. On Wednesday, October 2, 2024, Governor Roy Cooper and President Joe Biden took an aerial tour…

Shirley Rotolo Urban News photographer, Renato Rotolo, lost his wife Shirley Rotolo during the hurricane as the result of a heart attack.  On Saturday night, September 28, 2024, in the…

Watch out for door-to-door solicitors. Hurricane Helene, which has caused significant damage across western North Carolina to homes, businesses, and infrastructure, has left many in need of urgent repairs and…

The town of Marshall runs along the French Broad river. For North Carolina Residents and Businesses Impacted by Tropical Storm Helene Low-interest disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration…

River Arts district flooded North Carolina homeowners and renters in 25 counties and the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians who had uninsured damage or losses caused by Hurricane Helene may…

On September 20, 2024 Beloved Community Center held a march and rally in Asheville as part of their statewide initiative. The march focused on amplifying the voices of all North…

On a glamorous evening filled with music and recognition, Dr. Rashad Richey, the youngest inductee into the National Black Radio Hall of Fame – 2022, presented the prestigious “Talk Radio…

Governor Tim Walz, Vice Presidential candidate, speaking at the Salvage Station in Asheville. Photo: Andrea Wright/Urban News By Caleb Rudow – On Tuesday, September 17, 2024, Governor Tim Walz spoke directly…

Photo by Andrea Clark. Visit YMI’s Corner Spot for an art exhibit featuring the work of photojournalist Andrea Clark. Clark’s photographs capture the full spectrum of community life in Asheville’s…