A North Carolina “boomtown” now ranks as the safest place to live in the state. The Raleigh suburb of Apex is No. 1 on a list of small cities boasting lower crime rates and crime-related costs ...

Two North Carolina ... rankings may not correlate directly to population or economic growth, the U-Haul Growth Index is an effective gauge of how well states, metros and cities are attracting ...

Between the state's stunning national parks and spirited cities, North Carolina has something to satisfy even the pickiest of travelers. To help you decide which locales are worth your while ...