A Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect in parts of North Carolina, warning of slick roads due to snow and black ice. Temperatures are cold but expected to rise over the weekend.

The North Carolina Joint Reentry Council will hold its monthly meeting in Raleigh to discuss strategies for the reintegration of formerly incarcerated individuals.

Carrboro Film Fest to showcase Southern films Jan. 24-26 with an inclusive atmosphere and diverse film offerings.

Live streaming of City Council sessions is available on the city's website, with a YouTube backup stream, minus the split-screen agenda which requires separate access to BoardDocs for full context.

A truck crash in Aberdeen led to a power outage and a fire after it hit a utility pole and a local restaurant. Emergency services responded, and power was cut for safety. The driver fled but was arrested later; no other injuries were reported.

One man died and another was injured in a stabbing in Fayetteville, with 61-year-old Joseph Hannon identified as the deceased. Police are investigating and seeking information.

Kevon Bracey received a 16-year federal prison sentence for fleeing police with cocaine and an automatic machinegun. The Wilmington man had a criminal history and was convicted following a multi-agency law enforcement operation.

Chatham Community Library offers a free Winter Seed Sowing class to teach participants about starting seeds outdoors using repurposed containers as mini-greenhouses.

Garner motorists will encounter a new traffic pattern on N.C. 50 starting today, as the bridge over U.S. 70 is now a two-lane road for ongoing construction until fall 2027.

A Durham man was arrested trying to join ISIS, facing up to 20 years if convicted. His online pseudonym "Sulaiman Al-Amriki" showed support for jihad. The FBI JTTF's collaboration was key in preventing his departure.

Joshua Reed Blackwell was arrested and charged with murder for the fatal December shooting of Deantonio Orlando Mursuli in Raleigh. He is also facing drug and firearm possession charges.

A Henderson man received a 117-month prison sentence for fentanyl trafficking and firearms offenses. He admitted guilt and was convicted after controlled purchases and a search which yielded drugs and a gun.

Pullen Community Center is hosting a "Let's Make Valentines" event where participants can craft valentines during a floating two-hour period for $4 per person on Feb. 11.