North Carolina's State Board of Elections has an open meeting in Raleigh on April 16, 2025, discussing ethics, vacancies, complaints, and campaign finance. The public can attend physically or via Webex and phone.

Sertoma Arts Center offers a range of art classes for various ages, including drawing, painting, beadwork, yoga, metalwork, pottery, knitting, and inclusive programs, starting next month.

The TSA adopted a policy requiring transgender swammers to compete based on birth sex, clashing with USA Swimming rules and leading to the JCC J-Rays' withdrawal over inclusivity concerns.

Wake County Public Health urges the public to get the MMR vaccine due to a rise in national measles cases, emphasizing the importance of prevention and community protection.

Raleigh's Community Engagement Board partners with Cortico to enhance public dialogue and aims to improve participation and transparency in civic processes.

Raleigh Police Department reinitiates "Cops on the Block" to improve police-community relations, led by Chief Rico Boyce for closer officer-resident engagement.

Wake Forest is reactivating the drinking fountains in its parks on April 11, following their winter shut-down to protect the pipes from freezing. This is part of routine seasonal maintenance to ensure clean and functional amenities for the community.

Durham County Veteran Services will hold a Memorial Day event to honor fallen service members, featuring a keynote by Commissioner Valentine, open to the public on May 29.

Durham County offers support for formerly incarcerated individuals through events like job fairs, health screenings, and seminars during Second Chance Month.

North Carolina's Treasurer Brad Briner returned $59,790 to Shaw University through the NC Cash Program, which reunites lost funds with rightful owners.

The NCDHHS is hosting a live fireside chat and tele-town hall to discuss mental health resources in North Carolina, highlighting access to support and crisis services, and improving mental well-being.

A shooting in northeast Raleigh resulted in a fatality and another severely wounded, later succumbing to injuries. The incident is being investigated as a murder-suicide related to domestic violence.

Wake County Public Libraries celebrates National Library Week, showcasing their impact with millions of visitors, items circulated, and programs conducted, while inviting the community to participate in various activities.