The City of Raleigh Museum is starting a free "Yoga in the Galleries" program, inviting guests of all levels to practice yoga amidst the exhibits on select Sundays.

Durham, NC is replacing a waterline on Nelson Highway, requiring a detour via Crossland Drive and Celeste Circle. Residents should expect traffic changes and check the city's website for details.

Durham firefighters quickly extinguished a second-story fire on Morning Glory Ave, with no injuries reported. They reminded the public through Facebook to evacuate immediately during a fire and not to re-enter.

Raleigh's weather will be calm and sunny with comfortable temperatures, including highs around the 50-degree mark and lows near the 30s, with a chance of rain midweek.

The NCDOT releases weekly financial updates for transparency, detailing receipts, disbursements, and reserved cash balances, important for fiscal accountability and public trust.

Durham provides free Christmas tree disposal from January 2 to February 2 for yard waste customers; trees over six feet need halving, with all decorations removed. Drop-offs are also available at select locations and times.

Raleigh invites locals to join the Zig-Zaggers Dance program at Powell Drive Park, with beginner Round Dance and advanced Square Dance classes available.

Raleigh City Council invests $2.88M in affordable housing along the New Bern Avenue BRT line, offering land at $10/year to integrate housing and public transit for low-income families.

Raleigh City Council approved $2.88 million for the Duplex Village redevelopment, creating about 120 affordable rental units near a transit line, with a guaranteed affordability period of 80 years.

North Carolina is named the Top State for Workforce Development for 2026, recognized for its skilled labor force and strategic initiatives, by Site Selection magazine.

The North Carolina Labor Commissioner, Luke Farley, has eliminated the state's elevator inspection backlog, ensuring all elevators are now inspected annually.

NWS Raleigh predicts a few clouds, 34°F, and gentle winds in the morning, 65°F and possible patchy fog later. Midweek sees sunny days with low rain chances, but a 40% chance of rain by the weekend.

A gas leak in Apex closed Harwood Street and First Street, causing traffic disruptions and safety concerns for several hours, with officials advising alternative routes.