The Swain County sheriff notified county commissioners July 1 that he will retire immediately, as police continue to ...

The longtime sheriff of a western North Carolina county who was suspended following allegations of sexual misconduct has ...

The longtime sheriff of a western North Carolina county whom some women accused of sexual misconduct has quit before he could ...

A Swain County judge issued more restrictions for suspended Sheriff Curtis Cochran, who appeared in court on several charges ...

Swain County Sheriff Curtis Cochran, who was suspended from his duties following his arrest on felonious sexual charges, has ...

Swain County Sheriff Curtis Cochran retired July 1, following his recent suspension from office and arrest under multiple charges, including felonious restraint and sexual battery.

A tragic small‑plane crash near Sanford Raleigh Executive Jetport claimed the lives of a local family on Monday afternoon. Passengers included Travis and Candace Buchanan, both ...

SWAIN COUNTY, N.C. (FOX Carolina) - Swain County announced its longtime Sheriff Curtis Cochran is retiring. The move comes just days after Cochran was arrested and suspended from office. Cochran, 72, ...

A western North Carolina sheriff has retired from office after being accused of sexual misconduct and corruption.