Wake Forest's municipal services schedule for MLK Day includes closed town offices but regular trash/recycling collection, paused yard waste and bus service, and bulk pickups scheduled for the following day.

Governor Josh Stein of North Carolina announces his new cabinet members, expressing confidence in their abilities to enhance state security and prosperity.

A fire severely damaged the House of Art in downtown Raleigh, with emergency crews responding early Tuesday. No injuries were reported, and the cause of the fire is under investigation.

Senator Natalie Murdock kicked off the NCASWCD Annual Meeting, focusing on soil and water conservation in North Carolina, as stated by Durham County Government.

A woman died after an apparent accidental shooting in Moore County. The Sheriff's Office is investigating, no charges have been made, and the shooter is cooperating with authorities.

A fire on Christmas Eve damaged a wooden bridge on Walnut Creek Trail in Raleigh, causing a trail closure between mile markers 2.25 and 2.50 and a 2-3 month recovery period.

A shooting on Guess Road in Durham wounded three people, with one in critical condition. The incident, which took place near a shopping plaza, is under investigation.

Master Trooper Anthony S. Godwin of the North Carolina State Highway Patrol passed away off-duty on New Year's Eve, deeply mourned by family, colleagues, and the communities he served.

Governor Josh Stein signed five executive orders to support western North Carolina's recovery from Helene, providing housing, repairing infrastructure, and setting up support structures like GROW NC and a Division of Community Revitalization.

Maurice "Mo" Green was sworn in as North Carolina's Superintendent of Public Instruction, aiming to enhance academic and character development in schools.

Two individuals, Zikera Wardlow, 16, and De’Anthony Letrelle Morgan, 20, were found shot dead in a vehicle in Hillsborough. The police are investigating the incident.

The article details the current sunny weather outlook for Raleigh in early 2025, with daily forecasts including temperatures, wind speeds, and chances of precipitation.

The article describes Governor Roy Cooper's success in improving North Carolina's economy and job growth, noting that over 640,000 new jobs have been created and praising the state's recovery after the repeal of the controversial House Bill 2.