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Crime & Emergencies in ...
Kinston police say a 15-year-old was shot in St. John Village; officers detained a man and the victim was taken to ECU Health.
A man was shot early Sunday on Glenwood Avenue near Tucker Street. Police say he is expected to recover and multiple people are in custody.
Weather & Environment in ...
Sunny, unseasonably warm Saturday with a high near 84°F and a slight chance of isolated evening storms. A statewide burn ban remains in effect.
Clear Friday morning with a high near 77°F. Near‑record heat April 14–16 raises fire danger across the area.
Transportation & Infrastructure in ...
City staff proposed higher downtown meter and garage fees to plug a multimillion-dollar shortfall. The package would change the two‑hour free pilot and raise monthly permits.
A Frost Advisory covers Raleigh until 9 a.m. Thursday with patchy frost possible. Sun returns and a quick warmup sends highs into the 60s, then the 80s next week.
Retail & Industry in ...
Raleigh-based product-software company Pendo said it cut about 90 roles — roughly 10% of its staff — calling the changes part of a 'refounding' as tech budgets shift.
Sports in ...
Jaccob Slavin's overtime tap-in lifted the Hurricanes to a 6-5 win over Boston at Lenovo Center, clinching the Metropolitan Division and home playoff dates.
Dry, partly sunny Tuesday with highs near 68°F and chilly nights that could allow patchy frost. A statewide burn ban and low humidity raise fire risk through the week.
Parks & Nature in ...
Raleigh approved construction of the Bailey Drive Gateway at Walnut Creek Wetland Park, bringing a pavilion, public art and a new sidewalk to connect nearby neighborhoods.
UNC reportedly plans to hire former NBA coach Michael Malone, a 2023 champion with family ties to Chapel Hill. The move would replace Hubert Davis.
Several juveniles were detained after a chase ended in a crash on Dacian Road in southeast Raleigh; a Garner police SUV was damaged at the scene. Authorities have not released identities or charges.
A Greensboro Walmart employee was stabbed Tuesday night; a shopper’s quick action helped stop the bleeding. Police arrested 52‑year‑old Tokyia Brown and she’s held without bond.
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