Parents who want to take their children out of a transgender teacher's class at a Wake County elementary school say they weren't given the option — and they're arguing it's their right. They cite recent Supreme Court decisions.

September's unusually high temperatures could slow down the fall foliage. This year's viewing season may be less vibrant, but it will also stretch for longer as trees shift colors throughout the season.

Republican U.S. Senate candidate Michael Whatley is criticizing polling that shows him far behind former Gov. Roy Cooper.

North Carolina has significantly increased funding for the centers over the past decade, though questions remain about oversight and how the money is used.

A 'roadless rule' change could pave the way for roads through national forest lands in North Carolina. A graphic novel tells stories of survival after the flooding caused by Helene. Plus, The Broadside brings us "Competitive whistling and the trill of the chase."

Vice President JD Vance came to Greensboro this week to stump for Republican candidates. An update from Western North Carolina on the recovery, two years after Helene. Plus, Rep. Virginia Foxx weighs in on press access.

We head to Marshall, North Carolina – a small town in the mountains, partially washed away two years ago by Helene. They've rebuilt, reopened, and recalibrated their community. Two years since the storm of the century, we hear reflections and visions for the future.

The twists and turns of the Blue Ridge Parkway continue to captivate travelers. Today on Due South, two conversations about the history and the legacy of the famous parkway. Plus, the "Fall Color Guy" returns for his annual autumn forecast.

Join us for a special screening of A Life Reimagined: The George Masa Story followed by filmmaker conversation moderated by Anisa Khalifa, host of The Broadside on WUNC News Radio.

The documentary uncovers the remarkable life, artistry and enduring legacy of Japanese-born photographer George Masa. His photography was instrumental in the creation of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Set against the breathtaking landscapes of the Southern Appalachians, Masa’s story is one of mystery, reinvention, friendship and a deep devotion to the mountains he called home.

This event is presented by WUNC News, PBS North Carolina, the North Carolina Museum of Art and the NCMA Foundation.

Following the screening, stay for a conversation with filmmaker Paul Bonesteel, moderated by Anisa Khalifa, host of "The Broadside," WUNC News, followed by an audience Q&A.

This is a FREE EVENT, but registration is required.

WUNC's Youth Reporting Internships is a semester-based, paid internship program for young people to interact and share their passion for radio journalism and storytelling. A new cohort of interns is starting this Fall 2026 with the digital news, "Embodied," "Due South," and daily news teams.