North Carolina's Advisory Council for Student Safety and Well-Being recommends banning cell phones during school to improve student mental health and focus.

NC Health Secretary Dev Sangvai visited Longleaf Neuro-Medical Treatment Center and Walter B. Jones Center, discussing staffing challenges and facility improvements amidst workforce shortages.

Durham's City Council considers ending ties with The Peebles Corp., the developer for the renovation of the old city police headquarters, as costs rise from $300 million to $382 million, creating negotiations issues.

Raleigh partners with iAccess Life to launch a survey tool improving downtown accessibility for people with disabilities, with feedback on ADA parking and public spaces going live on June 16th.

The Town of Wake Forest will participate in the Local Government Career Expo at UNC's Friday Center on June 7, highlighting public sector career paths.

The National Weather Service in Raleigh warns of a change from calm skies to a stormier pattern, with sunny weather turning to a chance of showers and thunderstorms as the weekend approaches.

A stabbing in Raleigh led to serious injuries and the arrest of Willie Lee Garrett, who faces assault and larceny charges. The victim is expected to recover.

The N.C. Department of Transportation revealed its weekly "NCDOT Cash Watch Numbers" report, showing financial transparency in line with Session Law 2019-251.

Hillside High School in Durham was locked down after police responded to a drug complaint and searched for suspects matching descriptions from a carjacking. No weapons or drugs were found, and no arrests were made. The lockdown was later lifted.

Governor Josh Stein of North Carolina announced the winners of the Ready, Set, App! competition, where high school students created apps to solve real-world challenges.

A Raleigh pastor pleaded guilty to bank and wire fraud, using false information to gain over $400,000 in COVID-19 relief funds, and faces up to 30 years in prison.

The Gipson Play Plaza at Dix Park is opening on June 6, transforming the former North Carolina mental health facility site into an all-ages adventure playground and community space.

Lt. Gov. Rachel Hunt visited Kid Appeal Learning Center in NC, discussing child care issues and promoting the Tri-Share program as part of her statewide "Future-Ready Child Care Tour."