A packed Raleigh hearing criticized proposed PFAS and 1,4‑dioxane rules as “toothless.” Advocates warned downstream communities could end up paying for costly water treatment.

Walker & Dunlop arranged a $105M loan to refinance Maeve, a newly delivered 297‑unit luxury tower in Raleigh’s Warehouse District.

Forty-eight cells at the Wake County Detention Center are offline for renovation, pushing the jail past capacity and forcing temporary bunks while expansion plans move forward.

Raleigh police are investigating a shooting Saturday on Walnut View Road near Rock Quarry and Cross Link Roads; investigators remained on scene and details remain limited.

A reported shooting at Triangle Town Center Friday prompted a major police response in north Raleigh; officials say the investigation is ongoing and details are limited.

A man was fatally shot Friday on the 100 block of Jacklyn Road in Fayetteville. Deputies say the shooting does not appear random and are asking for tips.

Richmond-based Big Kitchen Hospitality plans to open a Granite Grill in GlenLake Office Park near Crabtree, adding an American-grill option to Raleigh's office corridor.

Maehelen Gray won a $100,000 Cash Payday scratch-off; after taxes she took home $72,018. The ticket was bought at a Ramsey Street convenience store in Fayetteville.

Sanford is drawing major chains — from Whataburger to Ulta — as developers push a Riverbirch redevelopment and new retail pads to capture local spending.

Ethan Jamieson was arrested in Raleigh and faces three counts of assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill, court documents say.

Hillside High went on lockdown after a tip about a possible weapon; deputies searched the campus and found none.

Campaign filings show top North Carolina leaders billed campaign coffers for rent, travel and meals. State rules allow some charges but watchdogs want clearer guidance.

Pinehurst-area backers have pledged funds and are seeking federal grants to bring a daily Dulles flight to Moore County Airport. Organizers hope a mix of private money and a federal grant will seal a deal.