A federal inmate who walked away from Butner surrendered after holding a woman at gunpoint in Lemon Springs. He’s jailed without bond and faces state and likely federal charges.

A state Senate package would bar misdemeanor domestic abusers from buying or possessing guns, require universal checks and bring back pistol permits while adding school‑year safe‑storage forms.

Holly Springs unanimously approved new rules for e-bikes and e-motos, authorizing impoundment and fines and planning outreach ahead of a June 1 effective date.

A Wake County man was arrested and charged with murder in the October 2024 death of his infant daughter, authorities say.

Orange County DA Jeff Nieman said he won't seek the death penalty in the case of Matthew Vukmer, charged in the March 6 fatal stabbing of his longtime housekeeper.

Progress at the Blue Ridge Road underpass has shifted from bridge building to deep excavation and track work; NCDOT plans a track switch by September 2026 and a 2027 State Fair opening.

A newly published video appears to show an argument that ends in a deadly shooting at a Raleigh apartment complex. Authorities are asking anyone with footage or tips to come forward.

After Cary voters rejected funding for a South Hills sports center, developers are pivoting to an arts-led plan anchored by Carolina Ballet while small shops face relocation pain.

A 2 a.m. brawl in downtown Greenville left three juveniles with stab wounds; a 19-year-old has been charged and police are asking witnesses to come forward.

A Keck Road traffic stop in Haw River led deputies to seize a loaded handgun fitted with a conversion device; two people were arrested and face multiple charges.

Breezy Sunday with a brief chance of light showers and gusts to the low 30s. Fire danger increases Monday and a statewide burn ban remains active.

A juvenile walked into a Durham EMS station on Saturday with a gunshot wound and was taken to a hospital. Police say injuries are non-life-threatening and are investigating two shootings.

Raleigh Police posted a 2025 year-in-review showing 15,000-plus calls, 1,004 cruelty investigations and a June rescue that removed 101 dogs. The post pairs photos with case tallies and outreach notes.