A detention officer in Wake County has been arrested for trafficking drugs to inmates, facing serious charges including trafficking opium and providing contraband.

The SPIRIT of Inclusion Expo in Wake Forest offers resources and support for individuals with disabilities on March 23 at the Joyner Park Community Center.

Beyond The Book Children’s Book & Art Festival, featuring "The Mystic Sea" theme, offers workshops and performances at Fred Fletcher Park on April 5, free with encouraged registration.

Raleigh has installed raised crosswalks on St. Mary's Street to improve pedestrian safety, with the final markers laid down last month as part of the Vision Zero strategy.

Join First Friday Museum Mornings at Raleigh's John P. Green Community Center for local Black history through exhibits and activities, open to all, free from 11 am to noon.

Dense fog in Raleigh prompted a weather advisory for reduced visibility; sunny skies later with a high of 77 expected. Storms and possible tornadoes forecasted for Sunday with gusty winds. Sunny and warmer weather to return midweek.

Raleigh police and K9 unit found a missing 76-year-old woman with cognitive issues near Peach Road Park after a neighbor's footage helped redirect their search.

Former Governor Roy Cooper and Dr. Betsey Tilson received the Ron H. Levine Public Health Award for their contributions to North Carolina's public health.

Treasurer Briner praised the response to Western North Carolina's devastation, highlighting the prompt action of the State and the $100M Cashflow loan program for relief efforts.

The Mordecai Egg Hunt, a free spring event for all ages, offers staggered age-group hunts, crafts, and games at Mordecai Historic Park on April 12, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The National Weather Service has issued an Increased Fire Danger alert for central North Carolina, cautioning against outdoor fires due to low humidity and dry conditions.

NCDOT awarded the Fred Smith Company $4.1 million for an 8-mile road improvement project in Wake County, expected to begin in April and conclude by fall 2026.

Raleigh introduces Little All-Star Sports for kids 3-5, offering basketball, football, and soccer basics at Lake Lynn Community Center starting May 14.