North Carolina named best state for business again

For the third time in four years, the Tar Heel State grabbed the No. 1 spot thanks to its strong economy, skilled workforce and pro-business climate. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — North Carolina has once again claimed the top spot in CNBC’s annual “Top States for …

CNBC Names North Carolina the #1 State for Business

Raleigh, N.C. North Carolina has been recognized as the Top State for Business by CNBC. This announcement marks the third time in the last four years that the state has earned the ranking. "This confirms what we have known for a long time – that North …

CNBC: North Carolina once again #1 state for business

RALEIGH, N.C. (WITN) - North Carolina is back on top. CNBC says the Tar Heel State is #1 for business in the country, according to its latest rankings that came out today. “This confirms what we have known for a long time – that North Carolina is the best …

CNBC Names North Carolina the #1 State for Business

North Carolina has been recognized as the Top State for Business by CNBC. This announcement marks the third time in the last four years that the state has earned the ranking. "This confirms what we have known for a long time – that North Carolina is …

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North Carolina EV battery industry holds steady amid tax credit rollbacks

Move over tobacco — there’s a new cash crop in town. Part of the “battery belt,” North Carolina will soon be home to four major factories producing lithium-ion batteries, the power behind electric vehicles. But President Trump’s sweeping federal …

North Carolina regains top spot on CNBC's list of best states to do business

North Carolina has retaken a key title belt in the no-holds-barred arena of economic development. Finance network CNBC named the Tar Heel State the best state to do business in the latest edition of its influential annual rankings. It’s the sixth year in a …

Highest-rated South Carolina commitment shuts down recruitment

On Thursday, South Carolina football commitment Aiden Harris delivered a piece of good news to Gamecock Nation. The class of 2026 pledge announced on social media that he had “officially shut down” his recruitment. He will sign with USC alongside his twin …

'Don’t wait until it’s too late': Tree specialist urges North Carolinians to be storm-ready

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — As heavy rain and strong winds continue sweeping across parts of North Carolina, arborists are urging residents to look more closely at possible dangers in their yards. What You Need To Know  Forecasts predict more heavy rain and wind …

South Carolina could receive up to $10M in national opioid settlement

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - South Carolina and nine other states have reached a settlement with several drug manufacturers for their role in the opioid crisis. South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson’s office said the settlement, totaling $720 million from …