Gov. Josh Stein lifted North Carolina's State of Emergency as Hurricane Erin moved away, sparing the state. Efforts shift towards cleanup and assessing damage.

NC Governor's Highway Safety Program launches "Booze It & Lose It" campaign to reduce impaired driving for Labor Day, with increased patrols from Aug. 25 to Sept. 7.

Raleigh Mayor Janet Cowell completed the challenging police academy fitness test, demonstrating high physical fitness and gaining appreciation for the demands of police work.

Raleigh, NC, starts with a humid morning, but the NWS predicts clearer skies and mild temperatures, with highs around 86°F and calm winds for the day.

Raleigh's Annie Louise Wilkerson Nature Preserve Park is hosting a nature craft workshop where participants will create weaves from foraged materials.

Wayne Henderson, a firefighter with 50 years of service, will receive the Order of the Guardian Award from Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey at his retirement party.

Raleigh residents can expect varied weather with chances of rain and clear skies, peaking at 82 degrees today, potentially reaching 86 degrees over the weekend with some showers.

Amy Pridgen becomes the new director of Wake Forest's Renaissance Centre, taking over from the retired Debbie Dunn, and brings experience from academia and her previous role in Garner.

A fire in downtown Carrboro led to E. Main Street being closed, causing traffic delays and smoke. The cause is under investigation; authorities advise avoiding the area.

Wake Forest's Community Celebration of the Arts event, featuring artist Luke Vandergriff, offers a mix of performances, activities, and art displays for all to enjoy on October 11.

Chatham County is hosting a program to honor those lost to drug overdoses, which includes a naloxone training session, on August 29 at the Wren Memorial Library.

Amtrak travelers at Raleigh's Union Station to get reduced parking fees thanks to a subsidy, slashing the daily rate from $18 to $8, funded by a $3.1 million grant.

Raleigh City Museum hosts Indie Rewind on September 5, celebrating the 2010s local indie music scene, free for those 18+, highlighting the cultural impact of indie artists.