Soldiers pause to help girl celebrate 9th birthday during hurricane relief efforts

“I just thought it would be nice to do something special, so I called back to leadership, and we got her a cake. It turned into a little birthday party with the kids dressed in costumes—it was a good time," U.S Army Soldier, Spc. John Folk said.

Biltmore Estate announces reopening date after Helene forced closure

Biltmore Estate, one of North Carolina's most popular tourist attractions, will reopen soon, weeks after Tropical Storm Helene devastated Asheville and surrounding areas.

Oscar strengthens into a hurricane in southwest Atlantic as watches, warnings expand for Bahamas, Cuba

Oscar rapidly intensified from a tropical storm into an 80-mph hurricane on Saturday, causing islands in its potential path to issue watches and warnings, ahead of the small but mighty cyclone.

Hurricane season is nearing the endgame, but what can we expect in its final weeks?

Despite an average number of storms so far, this season has the potential to rank among the top four destructive in U.S. history. But hurricane season still has about six weeks left -- what more can we expect?

North Carolina starts early in-person voting while recovering from Helene

More than 400 locations in all 100 counties are expected to open Thursday in North Carolina for the early voting period which runs through Nov. 2.

SBA halts disaster loans after Hurricanes Helene, Milton as funding runs dry

The Small Business Administration has paused new disaster loans due to a funding shortfall caused by Hurricanes Helene and Milton, delaying aid for small businesses, homeowners, and renters. FEMA aid remains available.

Kemp extends emergency declaration in 62 Georgia counties

Gov. Brian Kemp has renewed the state of emergency for several counties in Georgia affected by Helene.

Hurricane Milton impacts already-struggling Florida citrus industry

Federal data shows Florida’s citrus crop was struggling before Hurricane Milton, with the damage expected to further exacerbate the challenges that growers now face.

Biltmore Estate staff, guests host impromptu wedding for couple during Helene

After a couple's dream wedding at the iconic Biltmore Estate was canceled because of Helene, staff and hotel guests came together to save the big day.

Hurricanes worsen IV fluid shortage at metro Atlanta hospitals

Hurricane Helene has caused a critical shortage of intravenous (IV) fluids in metro Atlanta, with at least one major hospital rationing supplies after receiving less than half of its usual shipment.

Atlanta's Furkids mobilizes aid for Florida pets post-Hurricane Milton

A metro Atlanta animal shelter is sending volunteers and supplies to Florida to help rescue pets displaced by Hurricane Milton.