Durham's Holiday Parade on December 13 promises a festive morning with local bands, drill teams, community groups, and a Santa appearance, free and regardless of weather.

Raleigh Fire Department quickly extinguished a fire at Raleigh Convention Center in under an hour with no injuries reported. The cause is still unknown.

Wake County Sheriff's Office addresses community safety regarding ICE activity, noting no coordination with ICE and advising against confronting ICE personnel. They emphasize their commitment to local safety and respect for all community members.

Renew NC sets a December 31 deadline for western North Carolina homeowners to apply for housing recovery aid after Hurricane Helene, with over 6,000 applications received and ongoing efforts to rebuild affected homes.

North Carolina celebrates two years of Medicaid expansion, extending healthcare to over 690,000 individuals, with Governor Stein advocating for continued funding to sustain its success.

Weaver Dairy Road Extension reopened after being closed due to a late-night single-vehicle crash involving a driver hitting a utility pole; all occupants were injured but are expected to survive.

The NC Board of Elections is sending out a second round of "Registration Repair" letters to voters with incomplete registrations to satisfy a legal settlement and ensure integrity in future elections.

Two Fuquay-Varina Police officers graduated from the Leadership Institute, providing them with advanced knowledge for law enforcement leadership. The department shared their pride on Facebook.

Sergeant S. Kooiker of the Rolesville Police completed the NC Justice Academy Leadership Institute program, receiving recognition from his department.

Morrisville Police share tips on social media to secure homes during holiday travels, including locking up, using timers on lights, not posting plans online, having a neighbor collect mail, and checking security devices.

Wake Forest Police Department teamed up with Tri-Area Ministry to distribute free turkeys to support local families during the holiday season, using a drive-thru system for efficient pick-up.

North Carolina announces over 3,400 new job opportunities and a $1.8 billion investment, led by Vulcan Elements' magnet factory and supported by other diverse industry investments, signaling strong economic growth.

Raleigh's Budget Office releases the FY26 Program Catalog, offering detailed insights into city spending and programs for greater transparency in local government operations.